Orange County
Justice of the Peace Court
Precinct 3 Place 1
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Orange County Justice of the Peace — Precinct 3 Place 1 — Driver Safety Course Instructions
DSC Court Fees
⚠ Court cost plus $10.00 administrative fee; no separate fine. Fee as stated on official JP3 DSC application form.
How to Request DSC Approval
To Request Approval — Submit These
- •Completed and signed DSC/MOTC application
- •Photocopy of current auto liability insurance
- •Photocopy of valid Texas Driver's License
- •Non-refundable check, money order, or cashier's check payable to 'Orange County JP3' for $132.10
After Completing the Course — Submit These
- •DPS driving record (mailed to court upon DSC completion)
Important Deadlines & Local Rules
- •Request deadline: Application must be postmarked on or before your court appearance date; if postmarked by that date, you do not need to appear in court
- •Completion window: Terms mailed after application review; DPS driving record must be submitted upon course completion.
- •Mail or return in person to: Orange County Justice of the Peace, Pct. 3, 2524 Hwy 87 S, Orange, Texas 77630
- •Not eligible if: took DSC to dismiss a ticket within the last 12 months, hold a CDL, exceeded speed limit by 25+ mph, passed a school bus, or cited in a construction zone with workers present
- •Military exemption available for active military, spouses, and dependents (driver's license requirement)
Always verify DSC requirements directly with Orange County Justice of the Peace — Precinct 3 Place 1 before submitting anything. Court fees, deadlines, and procedures can change. Call (409) 882-5310 or visit www.co.orange.tx.us/JudgeJoyDubose-Simonton.
Court information last verified: June 2026
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