If I received a Class C Misdemeanor citation from the City of Dallas, what do I do?
If within 21 calendar days of being issued, see your options under the “Resolve Your Ticket” section.
If your citation is older than 21 days and you have not taken action on it, see your options by (clicking here).
What should I expect when requesting a court date (Pre-Trial Hearings)? Pre-Trial Hearings
I missed my court date. What are my options?
You have the following options available: 1) You may pay the fine; 2) you may post a cash bond usually for the amount of the fine, and request the case be reset for trial, or 3) you can hire an attorney.
Do I have to pay for parking at 2014 Main Street?
Yes, there is paid parking provided by independent owners not affiliated with the City of Dallas. See the following link for reference: (Parking Map)
The Dallas Police Department says I may bring my insurance card to have my Failure to Maintain Financial Responsibility (FMFR) citation dismissed. Is that correct?
Insurance
citations are handled online, by mail, or in-person at the Court. You must provide the
declaration page of your insurance policy along with the insurance card. For
the judge to consider the citation for a compliance dismissal, the declaration
page must cover the date and time the citation was received.
Where can I learn more about Driver Safety Course and Deferred Disposition for dismissing a citation?
View our Deferred Disposition & Driver Safety School page under the “Resolve Your Ticket” webpage to learn more.
If I have a warrant, will I get arrested when I pay in person?
Individuals who come to the Dallas Municipal Court will not be arrested. We do not have arresting officers at our location. If you see uniformed personnel, they are either there as bailiffs or called to appear in court.
I need information regarding a County, Federal, or Department of Public Safety Office citation.
County Information is (214) 761-9025
Federal Information is 1-800-688-9889
I received a letter from Department of Public Safety regarding the suspension of my driver's license. How can I get this corrected?
You will need to contact the local DPS office for further information or the person whom sent you the letter.
How can I request a Payment Plan?
Learn more in our Payment Plan section.
What do I do if my court date is two months away and I need my registration immediately?
Pay your fine in full.
What is the Scofflaw Vehicle Registration Denial Program?
To better understand the Scofflaw Vehicle Registration Denial Program, please see our
Scofflaw Pamphlet (PDF, in English and en español).
