Municipal Court

Municipal Court Judge

The Municipal Court Judge is only available during court session time. If you wish to speak with the Judge concerning your case, you must appear in court. Any contact with a Judge or by a Judge, concerning the merits of a pending case or proceeding, outside the presence of all parties or their representatives, is considered “EX Parte” communication.

Administrative Staff

The Municipal Court Clerks are available at the Court Office and may be contacted by telephone at (956) 233-9200. The clerks are available to answer questions that you have in reference to your citation or arrest. However, court phones are turned off while court is in session which will delay their ability to assist you. The Municipal Court staff does not answer legal questions of any nature. The clerks are allowed to explain court proceedings and procedures only. If you need legal advice, please contact an attorney.

Defensive Driving Request

Defensive Driving is available to eligible individuals.

When requesting Defensive Driving your must comply with the following:

Deferred Disposition

To Request Deferred Disposition

Requests can be made in person at the Municipal Court Office or by writing to the Judge on or before your initial appearance date.

Dismissing a Violation with Deferred Disposition

You may be eligible for deferred disposition and have your violation dismissed. However, you will lose that right if you do not request deferred disposition at the court on or before your initial appearance date.

Qualifications