Does Linden accept defensive driving courses for ticket dismissal?

Yes. Linden accepts TDLR-approved Driver Safety Courses to dismiss eligible moving violations. You must request court approval before taking the course — do not enroll first.

How do I submit my DSC request to Linden?

You can submit your DSC request to Linden in-person, mail, fax, email. Request approval before taking the course, then submit your completion documents using the same methods.

How much does Linden charge for a Driver Safety Course?

Fees are not currently posted online. Contact Linden directly for current DSC court fees.

Can I email my DSC documents to Linden?

Yes. Linden accepts DSC documents by email.

How long do I have to complete defensive driving after getting a ticket in Linden?

Texas law gives you 90 days from the date Linden approves your DSC request to complete the course and submit your certificate. The clock starts on approval, not your citation date.

Driver Safety Course Information

Cass County
Municipal Court
Linden

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Linden Municipal Court — Driver Safety Course Instructions

DSC Court Fees

This court does not publish its DSC fee schedule online. Call (903) 756-3734 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

In-personVisit the court during office hours to request a driving safety course and submit the completion certificate.

MailMail to P.O. Box 932, Linden, TX 75563 (court accepts USPS, FedEx, and UPS).

FaxFax to (903) 756-3514.

EmailEmail the court clerk at reeda.rhyne@casscountytx.gov or sarah.alexander@casscountytx.gov.

Important Deadlines & Local Rules

•The court must grant permission for a driving safety course before you can take one — request it when you call in or appear; approval depends on driving record and offense severity.
•Court clerks: Chief Court Clerk Reeda Rhyne and Court Clerk Sarah Alexander; Judge Hon. Terri Price.
•The court accepts credit cards, cashier's checks, and money orders only — no personal checks or cash.
•An online citation payment portal is available (govtportal.com).
•An older record lists P.O. Box 419; the current court page lists P.O. Box 932 — confirm before mailing.

Court HoursMonday–Thursday 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; Friday 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.; closed daily 12:00–1:00 p.m. for lunch

Phone(903) 756-3734

Emailreeda.rhyne@casscountytx.gov

Websitewww.lindentx.gov/team-3

Always verify DSC requirements directly with Linden Municipal Court before submitting anything. Court fees, deadlines, and procedures can change. Call (903) 756-3734 or visit www.lindentx.gov/team-3.

Court information last verified: June 2026