Bowie County
Justice of the Peace Court
Precinct 4 Place 1
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Bowie County Justice of the Peace — Precinct 4 Place 1 — Driver Safety Course Instructions
DSC Court Fees
This court does not publish its DSC fee schedule online. Call (903) 543-2279 to confirm the exact amount before submitting payment.
Standard Texas DSC fee is typically $144 for moving violations and $169 for school zone violations, but varies by court.
How to Request DSC Approval
To Request Approval — Submit These
- •Proof of completion of a Texas-approved defensive driving course
After Completing the Course — Submit These
- •Copy of your Texas driving record (obtained from DPS)
Important Deadlines & Local Rules
- •Request deadline: Must request DSC dismissal before your court date or appearance deadline
- •Completion window: 90 days (standard Texas JP court window; confirm with court).
- •Judge Mary Hankins presides over Precinct 4 Place 1.
- •Court is physically located at 4844 US Hwy 67W, Simms, TX 75574 — not at the county courthouse in New Boston.
- •The county JP directory page for Precinct 4 shows limited online information; call the court directly to confirm current hours, fees, and submission requirements.
Always verify DSC requirements directly with Bowie County Justice of the Peace — Precinct 4 Place 1 before submitting anything. Court fees, deadlines, and procedures can change. Call (903) 543-2279 or visit www.co.bowie.tx.us/page/bowie.Justice.Peace.
Court information last verified: June 2026
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