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Defensive driving for a Fort Worth Municipal Court ticket

Fort Worth gives you 21 calendar days from the ticket to ask. After that, a judge has to approve the request.

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When to ask

Within 21 calendar days from the date the citation was issued. Later requests need judicial approval.

The court decides. We are a course provider, not the court.

Who the court says can ask

  • No course completed to dismiss a citation in the last 12 months
  • Speeding no more than 24 mph over the posted limit
  • At least 17 years old
  • A valid Texas driver license or military ID, not a commercial license
  • Personal proof of liability insurance
  • Not in a construction zone with workers present, and not for passing a school bus

Steps for this court

01
Make the request

Online through the city's citation request portal, in person or by mail.

02
Wait for the notice

The court sends instructions and the amount to pay after it approves you.

03
Then take the course

The court says not to take the course or order your driving record until you have its approval.

04
Order your driving record

From the Texas Department of Public Safety, online or by mail.

Court contact

  • A.D. Marshall Public Safety and Courts Building: 1000 Throckmorton Street, Fort Worth, TX 76102
  • Driving safety office: 817-392-8675
  • Main court phone: 817-392-6700

Source: City of Fort Worth Municipal Court, checked November 10, 2026. Courts change fees and rules, so confirm with the court before you act.

Questions about Fort Worth Municipal Court

What if 21 days have passed?

You can still ask, but a judge has to approve it.

Should I send money with the request?

The court says not to. It tells you how much to pay after approval.

When do I order my driving record?

After the court approves your request, not before.

How it works

Defensive driving in 3 simple steps

01Driving Safety
Step 1

Check before you pay

Three quick questions confirm this is the course your court or insurer wants.

02Unit 3 of 6Progress saved
Step 2

Watch or read

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03COURT / AGENCYCertificate ready
Step 3

Finish and deliver

Your time and place are saved on our side, so you can change devices. Pass the final exam, review your details, and get the certificate with delivery instructions.