Lavaca County
Municipal Court
Shiner
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Shiner Municipal Court — Driver Safety Course Instructions
DSC Court Fees
This court does not publish its DSC fee schedule online. Call (361) 594-2406 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
- •Texas-approved DSC completion certificate
- •Proof of current Texas liability insurance (on date of offense)
- •Copy of your valid Texas driver license
- •Court-ordered affidavit or written request form (confirm with clerk)
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: Must request DSC dismissal before your appearance date; contact court at (361) 594-2406 to confirm exact deadline
- •Completion window: 90 days from court approval (standard Texas requirement; verify with court).
- •Small city court (~2,000 population); procedural details are not published online — call (361) 594-2406 to confirm DSC eligibility, fee amount, and submission method.
- •Court sessions are held Thursdays 9 AM–5 PM; clerk office is open Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM.
- •Online payment portal (nCourt) is available for ticket payments; DSC request via portal not confirmed.
- •Judge: Robert Penley; Court Clerk: Melinda Bottino.
Always verify DSC requirements directly with Shiner Municipal Court before submitting anything. Court fees, deadlines, and procedures can change. Call (361) 594-2406 or visit www.shinertexas.gov/1218/Municipal-Court.
Court information last verified: June 2026
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