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Contest My Citation

Contest My Citation - Pre-Trial Hearing:

Plead not guilty and request a pre-trial hearing within the first 21 days of issuance of the citation. You may request a pre-trial hearing by mail and in person at the Court. Live chat, phone, and, email are not valid options.

To contest your citation at trial, you must attend a mandatory pre-trial setting. The pre-trial hearing is for the city prosecutor and the defendant to have an opportunity to discuss available options to resolve the case. You will receive a future trial date if the case is unresolved after the pre-trial hearing.

What you need to request a pre-trial: 

•  Acceptable form of identification (Social Security cards and selfies (pictures) are NOT valid forms of identification);

To review citation(s), status, or balances (Click Here). Example: (C12123456 Do not enter the dash) (Warrants will appear in red) 

Request a Pre-Trial Hearing Online:

Click Here to Request Online

Request a Pre-Trial Hearing by Mail or In-Person:

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The City of Dallas Municipal Court does not have free or dedicated parking for the public. Paid parking options include street-metered parking, daily lots, and private garages. You will need to provide:

• Acceptable form of identification (Social Security cards and selfies (pictures) are NOT valid forms of identification);
  

• Request for a Pre-Trial;

• Contact Information Form. 

***When you request a pre-trial by mail, please note this is a REQUEST ONLY.  The Court will provide a response by mail within 5-7 business days and will utilize the address listed on the contact information form. *** 

****If the citation is past due at the time of the request, the Court will provide a response by mail within 3-4 weeks and will utilize the address listed on the request.****

The Court uses the postmark date on the letter (stamped by the postal service) as the received date.  Mailing certified is recommended but is not required. 

What to Expect at a Pre-Trial Hearing:

• The pro se defendant will be informed, via a video presentation, of his/her options to resolve a case. 

• Pro-se defendants (not represented by an attorney) will have the opportunity to discuss the case with the prosecutor for a possible resolution. 

• The case will be placed on a court docket for trial (jury or before the Judge) if the case is still unresolved after the pre-trial hearing. 

• For cases involving an attorney, an additional pre-trial date may be added to ensure the defendant is present when entering his/her plea.