Harrison County
Justice of the Peace Court
Precinct 1
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Harrison County Justice of the Peace — Precinct 1 — Driver Safety Course Instructions
DSC Court Fees
This court does not publish its DSC fee schedule online. Call (903) 923-6021 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
- •Driver Safety Course Affidavit (available on court website)
- •TDLR-approved DSC completion certificate
- •Valid Texas driver license
- •Proof of current liability insurance
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: Must notify the court of intent to take a DSC on or before your appearance date
- •Completion window: 90 days from request approval (standard Texas JP court window).
- •Court is located in Waskom, TX — not Marshall; Precinct 1 covers the eastern portion of Harrison County.
- •Citation payment plans available — call (903) 935-8418 for plan information.
- •Online citation lookup and payment at payharrisoncojp1.govtportal.com — have your citation number ready.
- •Judge: John D. Oswalt.
Court Forms & Resources
Always verify DSC requirements directly with Harrison County Justice of the Peace — Precinct 1 before submitting anything. Court fees, deadlines, and procedures can change. Call (903) 923-6021 or visit www.harrisoncountytexas.gov/page/harrison.JP1.
Court information last verified: June 2026
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