Dallas County
Municipal Court
Addison
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.
Addison Municipal Court — Driver Safety Course Instructions
DSC Court Fees
This court does not publish its DSC fee schedule online. Call (972) 450-7111 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
- •Copy of insurance information supplied online (only if you applied online)
- •Signed legal affidavit stating you have not taken a DSC for ticket dismissal in the 12 months prior to the citation date
After Completing the Course — Submit These
- •Certificate of completion marked 'Court Copy' from a state-approved driving safety course
- •Certified copy of your driving record (Type 3A) from the Texas Department of Public Safety
Important Deadlines & Local Rules
- •Request deadline: On or before the appearance date on your citation (in person or via the online payment portal)
- •Completion window: 90 days to complete the course and return all documentation to the Court — 'No extensions will be given.'.
- •Requesting DSC requires entering a plea of Guilty or No Contest
- •Must hold a valid Texas driver's license or permit and have proof of financial responsibility (insurance)
- •Not eligible if: CDL holder; speeding 25+ mph over the limit; or charged with construction/work zone violations with workers present, passing a school bus, reckless driving, fleeing police, accident involving vehicle damage, failure to render aid, or serious CDL traffic violations
- •Use the Type 3A version of the DPS driving record
Court Forms & Resources
Always verify DSC requirements directly with Addison Municipal Court before submitting anything. Court fees, deadlines, and procedures can change. Call (972) 450-7111 or visit www.addisontx.gov/Government/Municipal-Court/Driving-Safety-Course.
Court information last verified: June 2026
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Texas Defensive Driving Course 6hr
+ $3.00 state processing fee
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