Smith County
Municipal Court
Lindale
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Lindale Municipal Court — Driver Safety Course Instructions
DSC Court Fees
This court does not publish its DSC fee schedule online. Call (903) 882-6150 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
- •Request deadline: Defendants must respond within 10 business days of the citation date. DSC request deadlines are not published online — confirm with the court.
- •Anyone under 25 requesting deferred disposition on a moving violation must complete a driver's safety course as a condition.
- •The court does not accept personal checks; Visa/Mastercard with ID or online payment accepted.
- •Phone payments at 877-936-3672.
- •No dedicated DSC page, fee schedule, or downloadable form is published — most DSC details require calling the court.
Always verify DSC requirements directly with Lindale Municipal Court before submitting anything. Court fees, deadlines, and procedures can change. Call (903) 882-6150 or visit www.lindaletx.gov/168/Municipal-Court.
Court information last verified: June 2026
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