Tarrant County
Justice of the Peace Court
Precinct 3 Place 1
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Tarrant County Justice of the Peace — Precinct 3 Place 1 — Driver Safety Course Instructions
DSC Court Fees
This court does not publish its DSC fee schedule online. Call (817) 581-3625 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
- •Proof of financial responsibility (auto liability insurance)
- •Notarized affidavit of eligibility
- •Certificate of course completion (after finishing the course)
After Completing the Course — Submit These
- •Texas DPS Type 3A driving record
Important Deadlines & Local Rules
- •Request deadline: Contact court before appearance date to request DSC
- •Completion window: 90 days from date of approval.
- •Two locations: Northeast Courthouse, 645 Grapevine Hwy Suite 220, Hurst TX 76054 (ph 817-581-3625); Southlake Town Hall, 1400 Main St Suite 220, Southlake TX 76092 (ph 682-732-6589)
- •Handles Class C misdemeanor traffic citations filed by DPS, Tarrant County Sheriff, and TX Parks & Wildlife Game Wardens
- •Must request DSC before making any online payment — paying online first forfeits the DSC option
- •Does not accept personal checks; mail payments by money order or cashier's check payable to 'Justice Court, Precinct Three'
Always verify DSC requirements directly with Tarrant County Justice of the Peace — Precinct 3 Place 1 before submitting anything. Court fees, deadlines, and procedures can change. Call (817) 581-3625 or visit www.tarrantcountytx.gov/en/justice-of-the-peace-courts/justice-3.html.
Court information last verified: June 2026
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