Hidalgo County
Municipal Court
Elsa
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Elsa Municipal Court — Driver Safety Course Instructions
DSC Court Fees
This court does not publish its DSC fee schedule online. Call (956) 262-9866 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
Important Deadlines & Local Rules
- •Presiding Judge: Eliazar "Eli" Rodriguez.
- •The official court page does not publish DSC-specific request steps, fee, deadlines, or completion window — applicants should call the court to confirm the DSC process.
- •A written plea (which initiates many DSC requests in TX) may be submitted to the court by email or fax.
- •Phone payments incur a $3 convenience fee; money orders, credit cards, and debit cards accepted in person or by mail.
Always verify DSC requirements directly with Elsa Municipal Court before submitting anything. Court fees, deadlines, and procedures can change. Call (956) 262-9866 or visit cityofelsa.net/municipal-court.
Court information last verified: June 2026
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