Panola County
Municipal Court
Carthage
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Carthage Municipal Court — Driver Safety Course Instructions
DSC Court Fees
This court does not publish its DSC fee schedule online. Call (903) 693-5032 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
Important Deadlines & Local Rules
- •Official municipal court page handles Class C misdemeanors, traffic, parking, state code, and city ordinance violations but publishes no driving safety course details — defendant must contact the court clerk.
- •Online traffic ticket payment is offered via the court page.
- •Mailing address (PO Box 400) differs from the physical clerk location (453 W Sabine); confirm the correct court address when submitting documents.
Always verify DSC requirements directly with Carthage Municipal Court before submitting anything. Court fees, deadlines, and procedures can change. Call (903) 693-5032 or visit www.carthagetexas.us/departments/municipal_court/index.php.
Court information last verified: June 2026
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