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Can I take a Defensive Driving Course for my citation?: There are certain criteria that you and your citation must meet before you can take a Defensive Driving course. You must have a valid current class C Texas Driver License and insurance, speeding no more than 25 miles over the posted sped limit and the violation can not have occured in a school zone or construction zone with workers present. You must first enter your plea and pay a fee of $114.00 to the court ($139.00 if the violation occurred in a School Zone).

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1. Can I pay out my fine?: You can set up a payment plan for your fine. You must appear at the court in person to enter a plea and fill out the paperwork to set up the payment schedule. Payment plans cannot be done over the phone or by mail.

2. Do I have to see the Judge to enter my plea?: No, you can enter your plea with the clerk at the window and take care of your fine.

3. Can I take a Defensive Driving Course for my citation?: There are certain criteria that you and your citation must meet before you can take a Defensive Driving course. You must have a valid current class C Texas Driver License and insurance, speeding no more than 25 miles over the posted sped limit and the violation can not have occured in a school zone or construction zone with workers present. You must first enter your plea and pay a fee of $114.00 to the court ($139.00 if the violation occurred in a School Zone).