Galveston County
Justice of the Peace Court
Precinct 2
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Galveston County Justice of the Peace — Precinct 2 — Driver Safety Course Instructions
DSC Court Fees
This court does not publish its DSC fee schedule online. Call (409) 766-2250 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
- •Court permission (request within 10 days of citation)
- •Proof of liability insurance
- •Completed driver safety course certificate
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: Within 10 days of citation issuance
- •Court has two locations: 1922 Sealy St, Galveston TX 77550 (main, (409) 766-2250) and 11730 Hwy 6, Santa Fe TX 77510 ((409) 770-5484).
- •You must obtain court permission before enrolling in the driver safety course.
- •Presiding judge: D. Blake Apffel.
Always verify DSC requirements directly with Galveston County Justice of the Peace — Precinct 2 before submitting anything. Court fees, deadlines, and procedures can change. Call (409) 766-2250 or visit www.galvestoncountytx.gov/our-county/justice-of-the-peace-courts/justice-of-the-peace-pct-2.
Court information last verified: June 2026
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