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1. How can I pay my fine?

You may pay with cash, credit card, money order, or check made payable to the City of Ovilla. Speak with the Court Clerk if you need to arrange a payment plan.

2. May I take a Driving Safety Course to dismiss my ticket?

If you are charged with a traffic offense you may be eligible to take a DSC course to dismiss the charge. The request must be made in person or in writing before the first appearance date of the citation. At the time of request you must plead guilty or no contest, pay a $10 administrative fee PLUS court costs, provide proof of insurance and a Texas driver’s license, have not taken a DSC course within the last 12 months or currently taking the course, do not hold a CDL, and have not committed one of the following: fail to give information or leaving the scene of an accident; passing school bus; serious traffic violation which applies to commercial motor vehicle operators; an offense in a construction zone when workers are present; or speeding 25 mph or more over the limit.

3. Do my parent's need to come with me to Court?

If you are under 18 years of age, then it is required that at least one parent appear with you in court.