Smiley Municipal Court
Smiley, Gonzales County, Texas (830) 203-8611
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Smiley Municipal Court — Driver Safety Course Instructions
DSC Court Fees
This court does not publish its DSC fee schedule online. Call (830) 203-8611 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
- •DSC completion certificate (court copy)
After Completing the Course — Submit These
- •Texas Type 3A driving record
Important Deadlines & Local Rules
- •Request deadline: Must request DSC in writing before or by appearance date
- •Completion window: 90 days from date of plea.
- •Court is held the 3rd Thursday of each month at 9:00 AM.
- •Office hours are Wednesdays only, 8:00 AM–12:00 PM.
- •DSC requests must be submitted in writing (email or mail).
- •Zoom appearances available — contact court for link.
Always verify DSC requirements directly with Smiley Municipal Court before submitting anything. Court fees, deadlines, and procedures can change. Call (830) 203-8611 or visit smiley.texas.gov/municipal-court.
Court information last verified: June 2026
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