Does Overton accept defensive driving courses for ticket dismissal?

Yes. Overton accepts TDLR-approved Driver Safety Courses to dismiss eligible moving violations. You must request court approval before taking the course — do not enroll first.

How do I submit my DSC request to Overton?

You can submit your DSC request to Overton in-person, email, online. Request approval before taking the course, then submit your completion documents using the same methods.

How much does Overton charge for a Driver Safety Course?

Fees are not currently posted online. Contact Overton directly for current DSC court fees.

Can I email my DSC documents to Overton?

Yes. Overton accepts DSC documents by email.

How long do I have to complete defensive driving after getting a ticket in Overton?

Texas law gives you 90 days from the date Overton approves your DSC request to complete the course and submit your certificate. The clock starts on approval, not your citation date.

Driver Safety Course Information

Rusk County
Municipal Court
Overton

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Overton Municipal Court — Driver Safety Course Instructions

DSC Court Fees

This court does not publish its DSC fee schedule online. Call (903) 834-3171 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

In-personVisit Overton Municipal Court at 111 W North Street, Overton, TX 75684 during office hours (Mon–Fri, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM).

EmailContact the court clerk at kmccandless@cityofoverton.com to request a driving safety course and submit completion documents.

OnlineCitation lookup and court payments are handled through the city's Municipal Online Payments portal.overtontx.municipalonlinepayments.com/overtontx/court/search

Important Deadlines & Local Rules

•Overton Municipal Court is in Rusk County, East Texas, near Longview/Tyler off SH-135.
•The official city website (cityofoverton.com; the old ci.overton.tx.us domain now redirects there) has no dedicated driving safety course page — DSC requests must be confirmed by phone or email with the court clerk.
•An online citation-search and payment portal is available, but it does not document the DSC request process.
•Third-party directories list a separate court phone of (903) 834-3145 x3; the official portal lists (903) 834-3171 — verify by phone.

Court HoursMonday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Phone(903) 834-3171

Emailkmccandless@cityofoverton.com

Websitecityofoverton.com

Always verify DSC requirements directly with Overton Municipal Court before submitting anything. Court fees, deadlines, and procedures can change. Call (903) 834-3171 or visit cityofoverton.com.

Court information last verified: June 2026