| Columbus Municipal Court
The Columbus Municipal Court offices and Courtroom are located in the Columbus Municipal Building at 605 Spring Street. Municipal Court is held in the Council Chambers on the second floor of the Columbus City Hall, 605 Spring Street.
The mailing address is: Columbus Municipal Court Municipal Court Frequently Asked Questions: What is a Failure to Appear Warrant? A telephone call does not constitute an appearance. Any requests for action on a case has to be made in person or in writing before the date you are to appear. Otherwise, you are in danger of receiving a Failure to Appear Warrant. If you cannot make your appearance date, keep in mind that one continuance maybe allowed per ticket if requested in writing prior to your appearance date. How can payment be made on my ticket? Cash will be accepted at the window. Please do not put cash in the mail. Money orders and cashier's checks are accepted. What if I need to make payments? If you desire payments, you will be required to fill out an application and have an interview with the Judge. If you meet the qualifications, you will be given a payment plan. Please keep in mind that there is a $25.00 fee for each violation put on the payment plan. Prompt payment is expected. Where is my ticket filed? Our court only processes cases originated with the City of Columbus. If you are issued a ticket by the D.P.S. or Sheriff's Department, you will need to call the JP Court at 979.732.2734 or 979.732.8725. Requirements for Defense Driving Course: You are eligible to take the course for a moving violation if you have not taken the class in the last 12 months for dismissal of a traffic citation. You will need to furnish a current proof of insurance, Texas Driver's license and pay a $95.00 administration fee. You will be given 90 days to complete your course. What if I have an insurance violation? You must submit proof of insurance valid for the date you received citation for no proof of insurance. Verification will be required from the insurance company as to the time insurance was purchased. If it proves to be valid, the citation will be dismissed. Can I have an expired motor vehicle inspection and/or expired registration dismissed? Upon producing a receipt to the court for either charge, as long as the time expired does NOT exceed 60 days, these citations may be dismissed with a $10.00 dismissal fee. What if I request a trial? If you enter a plea of not guilty and request a trial in writing, the court will inform you of the trial date. You may request either a trial by judge or trial by jury. Please note that a plea form must accompany any request or disposition for any citation that is received. Proper attire and conduct in court is expected and enforced.
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