San Patricio County
Justice of the Peace Court
Precinct 1
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San Patricio County Justice of the Peace — Precinct 1 — Driver Safety Course Instructions
DSC Court Fees
This court does not publish its DSC fee schedule online. Call (361) 364-9620 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
- •Plea of guilty or no contest
- •Proof of current liability insurance
- •Affidavit stating you have not used DSC dismissal in the past 12 months
- •Completed Texas-approved defensive driving certificate
After Completing the Course — Submit These
- •Driving record (Texas DMV abstract)
Important Deadlines & Local Rules
- •Request deadline: Contact court before or by appearance date on citation
- •Completion window: 90 days from court approval.
- •Judge: Leslie DeAses
- •Address: 300 North Rachal, Sinton, TX 78387
- •Online payment portal available for fine payment only (not DSC dismissal requests); tickets issued to juveniles cannot be paid online
- •Alcohol and Beverage Code offenses involving minors under 21 must be handled directly with the court
Always verify DSC requirements directly with San Patricio County Justice of the Peace — Precinct 1 before submitting anything. Court fees, deadlines, and procedures can change. Call (361) 364-9620 or visit www.sanpatriciocountytx.gov/page/jp1.
Court information last verified: June 2026
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