Collin County
Municipal Court
Melissa
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.
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Melissa Municipal Court — Driver Safety Course Instructions
DSC Court Fees
⚠ Administrative fee plus state court costs paid to the City of Melissa; 'All costs and fees are subject to change without notice.'
How to Request DSC Approval
To Request Approval — Submit These
- •Completed Form DD-205 'Affidavit and Request for Driver or Motorcycle Safety Course' — notarized, or signature witnessed in person by the Court Clerk
- •Copy of valid Texas driver's license or permit
- •Proof of financial responsibility (auto insurance) listing you as a driver
- •Plea of Guilty or No Contest (entered on the affidavit)
After Completing the Course — Submit These
- •TDLR-approved course Certificate of Completion
- •Certified Type 3A driving record from Texas DPS (returned with the certificate)
Important Deadlines & Local Rules
- •Request deadline: On or before the court date (the appearance date on your citation)
- •Completion window: 90 days from the date the request is granted — certificate and Type 3A driving record must be returned to the court within 90 days.
- •ADDRESS CORRECTION: Court has moved to 2402 McKinney St., Melissa, TX 75454; 3411 Barker Ave. is now the mailing address. Current page is cityofmelissa.com/242/Municipal-Court.
- •Form DD-205 verbatim: 'You must receive the court's permission BEFORE taking the course. Please allow 48-72 hours to process your request.'
- •Signature may be witnessed by the court clerk if submitted in person; must be notarized if submitted online or by mail.
- •Not eligible if: speeding 25+ mph over limit, construction zone with workers present, passing a school bus, leaving the scene of an accident, CDL holder at time of offense, or completed a DSC within the 12 months before the citation date.
Court Forms & Resources
Always verify DSC requirements directly with Melissa Municipal Court before submitting anything. Court fees, deadlines, and procedures can change. Call (972) 838-2034 or visit www.cityofmelissa.com/242/Municipal-Court.
Court information last verified: June 2026
Texas Defensive Driving Course 6hr
+ $3.00 state processing fee
4.9 out of 5
