What are the requirements to take a defensive driving class?

1. Come to the Court Clerk window on or before your court date to request the Driving Safety Course or you may appear on your court date before the judge. 

2. Plead guilty or nolo contendere (No Contest) and waive a jury trial. 

3. Pay court costs in the amount of $109.00 unless the offense occurred in a school-crossing zone, then pay court costs in the amount of $134.00. 

4. Present to the court a valid Texas Drivers license or permit.

5. Present to the court proof of financial responsibility in your name (automobile liability insurance).

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1. Can I take Defensive Driving to have my ticket dismissed?
2. How do I know if I am eligible to take defensive driving?
3. How long do I have to take the defensive driving class?
4. What are the requirements to take a defensive driving class?
5. Can I show my proof of insurance at the clerk's window?
6. Can I show proof that I have renewed my inspection sticker or registration sticker at the clerk's window?
7. How do I reset my court date?
8. Can I reset my court date the same day I have court?
9. If I have a trial date, can I reset my court date?
10. Can I reset my court date over the phone?
11. When do I have to pay the court costs?
12. Can I be placed on a payment plan?
13. Can I be placed on a payment plan on a warrant?
14. Can I make a payment over the phone or on line?
15. Will I have to pay a fine if I have renewed my stickers?
16. Is there a fee for using a credit card?
17. What credit cards do you accept?
18. Can I show up to court at anytime?
19. Can I pay with someone else's credit card?
20. Can I pay with someone else's check?
21. Can I enter the court room with my cell phone?
22. Can I bring my pad or laptop computer to court?
23. Can I bring a book or newspaper to court?
24. Can I bring my children to court?
25. Can I get a marriage license at your office?
26. Can I pay my ticket at any court?
27. Can I be placed on deferral for my ticket?
28. Can I obtain a birth or death certificate at your office?
29. Can I request my driving record online?