Municipal Court FAQs

This is a collection of some of the most commonly asked questions and their answers. If you do not find your question and answer, please feel free to contact the court at (972) 317-3660.

How do I keep a traffic violation off my record?

You may take Defensive driving to keep it off you record, if you request defensive driving by the due date of your ticket and you meet all the requirements.

How do I file a small claims case?

Municipal Court does not have jurisdiction over civil cases. You need to file these in the Justice of the Peace office in your precinct. For Highland Village, this would be Judge Becky Kerbow in Lewisville.

I want to file charges on someone - how do I do that?

You will need to make a report with the police department and come to the court and fill out a citizen complaint. The prosecutor will review your complaint. If the prosecutor accepts the case, it will be filed - and the defendant notified. You will be required to appear and testify in court if the case goes to trial.

How do I contest the charge filed against me?

Request a Court Date to see the Judge – This may be done in person (Municipal Court, 1000 Highland Village Road), or request a court date in writing (via mail).

When is the Judge available?

This court has court night on the 3rd and 4th Thursday of each month beginning at 2:00 p.m. (On occasions these dates are altered due to holidays or special circumstances) In order to be placed on the Court docket, you must contact the Court prior to appearing.

Can I pay my fine at the counter (City Hall) and not see the Judge?

You may pay most fines at the counter without seeing the Judge unless you are a juvenile (all juveniles must go before the Judge). All minor alcohol related charges must appear before the judge.

Can I pay by personal check or credit card?

This court does not accept personal checks. Fines must be paid by cash, money order or cashier’s check, or credit card (MasterCard or Visa). You may now pay some tickets online. Please contract the Court if you are not able to pay online - your case may be one that is exempt from paying online.

What if I just ignore this citation and do not take care of it?

If you fail to contact the court and take care of your citation, an additional charge of Failure to Appear may be filed and a warrant for your arrest may be issued. This will be mean extra fines and fees that you will have to pay, as well as possible arrest.

When is the court open?

Excepted for holidays and scheduled events, the court is open Monday thru Friday 8:00 a.m. till 5:00 p.m. (The court is open during the lunch hours)

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