Ellis County
Justice of the Peace Court
Precinct 3 Place 1
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Ellis County Justice of the Peace — Precinct 3 Place 1 — Driver Safety Course Instructions
DSC Court Fees
This court does not publish its DSC fee schedule online. Call (972) 825-5030 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
- •Valid Texas driver's license
- •Proof of liability insurance
- •Payment (court fee — amount to be confirmed)
After Completing the Course — Submit These
- •DSC Certificate of Completion (signed)
- •Certified Type 3A Driving Record from Texas DPS
Important Deadlines & Local Rules
- •Request deadline: Before response/appearance date on citation
- •Judge Dan D. Cox presides over Precinct 3 Place 1.
- •Court address: 101 W Main St., Suite 106, Waxahachie, TX 75165.
- •No DSC fee is published on the official county website; call court to confirm.
- •Do not confuse with Midlothian Municipal Court (separate entity at (972) 775-7130) — that court posts $144/$169 DSC fees but serves the City of Midlothian, not this JP court.
Always verify DSC requirements directly with Ellis County Justice of the Peace — Precinct 3 Place 1 before submitting anything. Court fees, deadlines, and procedures can change. Call (972) 825-5030 or visit www.elliscountytx.gov/141/Precinct-Three.
Court information last verified: June 2026
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