Court Dates

If a Defendant would like to plead Not Guilty and request a Trial by Judge or Jury, the Defendant may make his or her request by in person or by mail within thirty (30) business days from the date of offense. If the Defendant appears in person to request a Jury Trial, there is a mandatory Pre-Trial Hearing the Defendant MUST attend.

If the defendant fails to appear for a scheduled court date, a warrant for arrest will be issued immediately and a cash bond will be required for release.

Appropriate attire is required in the courtroom. No shorts, miniskirts, hats, t-shirts, or tank tops of any kind are permitted. Please note, if a Defendant fails to appear as stated, a notice will be sent to the Texas Department of Public Safety to suspend the Defendant's Driver's License or prohibit the Defendant from getting one. If a Defendant was issued a citation for Failure To Maintain Financial Responsibility (No Insurance) or for an Expired Violation, the Defendant may present proof to the Judge and request to have the citation dismissed. A Defendant may request a trial date, Driving Safety Course, or Deferred Disposition from the Judge.