Washington County
Municipal Court
Brenham
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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Brenham Municipal Court — Driver Safety Course Instructions
DSC Court Fees
⚠ Payment by money order or cashier's check only; court instructs defendants NOT to pay online when requesting DSC.
How to Request DSC Approval
To Request Approval — Submit These
- •Completed plea/reply form (included with citation) requesting DSC
- •Proof of liability insurance
- •Copy of valid Texas driver's license
- •Court cost payment ($144 standard / $169 school zone) by money order or cashier's check
After Completing the Course — Submit These
- •certificate of completion, certified copy of driving record, and notarized affidavit presented within 90 days
Important Deadlines & Local Rules
- •Request deadline: Submit the reply form within 10 working days of the offense
- •Completion window: 90 days from being granted DSC to present certificate of completion, certified driving record, and notarized affidavit.
- •Do NOT complete the course until the court has granted permission.
- •Do NOT pay online when requesting DSC or deferred disposition — request must be made in writing or in person.
- •Not eligible if cited for 25+ mph over the speed limit, if a DSC was completed in the prior 12 months, or if you hold a CDL.
- •Violations occurring in a construction zone while workers are present are not eligible for DSC or deferred disposition.
Court Forms & Resources
Always verify DSC requirements directly with Brenham Municipal Court before submitting anything. Court fees, deadlines, and procedures can change. Call (979) 337-7599 or visit www.cityofbrenham.org/city_government/municipal_court/index.php.
Court information last verified: June 2026
Texas Defensive Driving Course 6hr
+ $3.00 state processing fee