Smith County
Municipal Court
Tyler
Use this page to see how your court handles Texas Defensive Driving Courses (Driver's Safety Course). Always follow your court's instructions if they differ from what is listed here.
Tyler Municipal Court — Driver Safety Course Instructions
DSC Court Fees
⚠ The court's FAQ states you must pay 'court costs plus $10.00 in full at the time you make the request.' No extensions or payment plans are allowed. The exact dollar total of court costs was not published on the court's website — call (903)531-1266 to confirm.
How to Request DSC Approval
To Request Approval — Submit These
- •Plea of 'Guilty' or 'No Contest'
- •Payment of court costs plus $10.00 (in full, no payment plans)
- •Proof of valid automobile liability insurance with defendant's name on the policy
- •Proof of current Texas Driver's License
- •Copy of Driving Record obtained from the Texas Department of Public Safety
After Completing the Course — Submit These
- •Certificate of Completion from a TDLR-approved Driver Safety Course
- •Copy of Driving Record obtained from the Texas Department of Public Safety
Important Deadlines & Local Rules
- •Within 20 calendar days from the offense date on the citation (in writing or in person)
- •You have 90 days from the date of the court's signed order to complete the course and submit all documents.
- •The court's FAQ states: 'You must make the request for Defensive Driving either in writing or by appearing in person at the municipal court within 20 calendar days from the offense date on the citation.'
- •The court's FAQ states: 'You must pay the court costs plus $10.00 in full at the time you make the request. There are no extensions, or payment plans for this payment.'
- •The court's FAQ states: 'You have 90 days from the date of the court's order to complete your course and submit all paperwork.'
- •The court's FAQ states: 'Extensions of time are not granted.'
Always verify DSC requirements directly with Tyler Municipal Court before submitting anything. Court fees, deadlines, and procedures can change. Call (903)531-1266 or visit www.cityoftyler.org/government/departments/municipal-court.
Court information last verified: May 2026
Texas Defensive Driving Course 6hr
+ $3.00 state processing fee
4.9 out of 5
