Yoakum County
Municipal Court
Plains
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Plains Municipal Court — Driver Safety Course Instructions
DSC Court Fees
This court does not publish its DSC fee schedule online. Call (806) 456-2288 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 valid Texas driver license
- •Proof of liability insurance at time of offense
- •Request must be made before your court appearance date
After Completing the Course — Submit These
- •DSC completion certificate (Type 3A, TDLR-approved course)
Important Deadlines & Local Rules
- •Request deadline: Before your appearance date (court order required before taking the course)
- •Completion window: 90 days from plea date (Texas standard).
- •Plains is the county seat of Yoakum County, located in far southwest Texas near the New Mexico state line.
- •The city's website (cityofplains.net) does not include a dedicated municipal court page; all court business is handled through City Hall at the same phone number.
- •No online payment portal or court-specific web page found — contact City Hall for current procedures.
- •TX standard DSC rules apply: one dismissal per 12-month period; eligible violations only (not school zone, construction zone with workers, or 25+ mph over limit).
Always verify DSC requirements directly with Plains Municipal Court before submitting anything. Court fees, deadlines, and procedures can change. Call (806) 456-2288 or visit cityofplains.net.
Court information last verified: June 2026
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