Hockley County
Municipal Court
Sundown
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Sundown Municipal Court — Driver Safety Course Instructions
DSC Court Fees
This court does not publish its DSC fee schedule online. Call (806) 229-3131 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
- •Completed DSC certificate from a TDLR-approved provider
- •Request must typically be made before your court appearance date (confirm with court)
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: Before your appearance date (TX standard; confirm with court)
- •Completion window: 90 days from court approval (TX standard; confirm with court).
- •Small city in Hockley County, SW of Lubbock in the Texas oil-patch region; population roughly 900.
- •Municipal Judge: Kenneth Cole (per Texas Municipal League directory as of 2026).
- •City Secretary: Sylvia Garza; general city email for inquiries: cityofsundowntx@gmail.com.
- •Council meets second Tuesday at 5:30 PM.
Always verify DSC requirements directly with Sundown Municipal Court before submitting anything. Court fees, deadlines, and procedures can change. Call (806) 229-3131 or visit sundowntx.com.
Court information last verified: June 2026
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