Jones County
Municipal Court
Hamlin
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Hamlin Municipal Court — Driver Safety Course Instructions
DSC Court Fees
This court does not publish its DSC fee schedule online. Call (325) 576-3212 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 DSC completion certificate (TDLR-approved course)
- •Copy of your Texas driver license
- •Proof of insurance valid at the time of the offense
- •Court-specific request/plea form (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: On or before your arraignment/appearance date — request DSC dismissal before that date to preserve eligibility
- •Completion window: 90 days from date of plea (standard Texas DSC rule — confirm with court).
- •Judge: Don Dennett
- •City main office phone: (325) 576-2711 (Mon–Fri 7:30am–12pm, 1pm–5pm) — use if court line is unreachable
- •No online payment portal or email submission found; in-person or mail submission assumed
- •No DSC fee published on the official website; call the court to confirm the administrative fee amount before your appearance date
Always verify DSC requirements directly with Hamlin Municipal Court before submitting anything. Court fees, deadlines, and procedures can change. Call (325) 576-3212 or visit www.hamlintx.city/municipal-court.
Court information last verified: June 2026
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