Hidalgo County
Justice of the Peace Court
Precinct 3 Place 1
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Hidalgo 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 (956) 519-8422 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
- •Signed plea form or Criminal Case Request Form
- •Copy of valid Texas driver license
- •Proof of insurance (at time of citation)
After Completing the Course — Submit These
- •TEA-approved driver safety course certificate of completion
Important Deadlines & Local Rules
- •Request deadline: Typically before your court date; contact court to confirm eligibility window
- •Completion window: 90 days (standard Texas JP court window; confirm with court).
- •Address: 730 N. Breyfogle, Suite C, Mission, TX 78574 (serves Mission/Palmview area).
- •Fax: (956) 519-1796.
- •Court handles Class C misdemeanors including traffic citations; offers defensive driving vs. deferral options for ticket dismissal.
- •Court may offer 30-day payment extensions, community service, or indigence waivers for fines.
Always verify DSC requirements directly with Hidalgo County Justice of the Peace — Precinct 3 Place 1 before submitting anything. Court fees, deadlines, and procedures can change. Call (956) 519-8422 or visit www.hidalgocounty.us/305/Justice-of-the-Peace-Precinct-3-Place-1.
Court information last verified: June 2026
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