Montague County
Municipal Court
Bowie
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Bowie Municipal Court — Driver Safety Course Instructions
DSC Court Fees
This court does not publish its DSC fee schedule online. Call (940) 872-4392 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
- •Payment of state costs and administrative fees with the request
After Completing the Course — Submit These
- •At completion (confirm with court): certificate of completion, certified Type 3A driving record, and proof of liability insurance
Important Deadlines & Local Rules
- •Request deadline: On or before the appearance date listed on the citation.
- •CDL holders and anyone cited while operating a commercial vehicle are NOT eligible for the driving safety course.
- •Court offers three approved course types: Defensive Driving/Driving Safety Course, Motorcycle Operator's Training Course, and Seatbelt Safety Course.
- •Certain offenses may disqualify a defendant from the course option.
- •Court fax: (940) 872-5702. Municipal Court Judge: Darla Cordell.
- •Completion window and the exact post-course document checklist are not published online — call (940) 872-4392 to confirm.
Court Forms & Resources
Always verify DSC requirements directly with Bowie Municipal Court before submitting anything. Court fees, deadlines, and procedures can change. Call (940) 872-4392 or visit www.cityofbowietx.com/124/Driving-Safety-Courses-Resources.
Court information last verified: June 2026
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