Hidalgo County
Justice of the Peace Court
Precinct 4 Place 2
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Hidalgo County Justice of the Peace — Precinct 4 Place 2 — Driver Safety Course Instructions
DSC Court Fees
This court does not publish its DSC fee schedule online. Call (956) 383-0921 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
- •Original citation
- •Texas-approved driver safety course completion certificate (two copies — one for court, one for insurer)
- •Proof of insurance (valid at time of offense)
After Completing the Course — Submit These
- •DSC Certificate of Completion (signed)
- •Certified Type 3A Driving Record from Texas DPS
Important Deadlines & Local Rules
- •Judge: Andre Maldonado. Address: 1212 S. 25th Ave., Ste. C, Edinburg, TX 78542.
- •No official DSC administrative fee published; contact court at (956) 383-0921 for current cost.
- •Course must be approved by the Texas Education Agency (TEA); eligibility limited to once per 12-month period.
- •Online payment available for fines at hidalgo.go2gov.net (not DSC processing).
- •eFile portal (efiletx.tylertech.cloud) available for civil/subsequent filings; DSC applicability unconfirmed.
Always verify DSC requirements directly with Hidalgo County Justice of the Peace — Precinct 4 Place 2 before submitting anything. Court fees, deadlines, and procedures can change. Call (956) 383-0921 or visit www.hidalgocounty.us/230/Justice-of-the-Peace-Precinct-4-Place-2.
Court information last verified: June 2026
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