Probation/ Deferred

Eligibility

You may be eligible to have your violation dismissed with probation. The Judge in his sole discretion, may defer disposition on most cases.  Generally, probation period is for 90 days to 180 days.  Additional conditions may apply depending on the type of the violation received.  If you successfully complete the required conditions, the case is dismissed and no final conviction will be reported. 

You are eligible for Deferred Disposition if:

  • You do not have a CDL license.
  • You are not charged with a construction zone violation.
  • You are not charged with speeding in excess of 25 mph over the posted limit.
  • You have not participated in a deferred program in this court or another court during the past 12 months. 
  • If you are under the age of 25, you must appear at the Court window to request probation.  State law requires you to complete a Driver Safety Course (only course - no driving record) and return the certificate of completion to the court within the deferral period. 

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Online Request:


The Online Deferred request requires the Defendant to waive his/her right to a jury trial and enter a plea of Nolo Contendere (No Contest) or Guilty.  The Defendant must upload a picture of a Driver's License OR Identification card.  You must be able to receive emails with attachments for the online processing.  

Do NOT make a payment online until the Judge has approved your Deferred Disposition/Probation request.

Online requests are processed Monday - Friday; 8:00 am - 5:00 pm.  If Deferred/Probation is approved, the clerk will send you an additional document requiring your signature.  

If you have multiple violations, you will only be eligible for Deferred Disposition on ONE of your cases.   If you prefer not to complete the Online Request for Deferred Disposition/Probation, you may come to the court office or mail in request. Please see below for additional information.


In-Person Request:


  •      Appear at the court window Monday - Friday; 8:00 am - 5:00 pm prior to the appearance date on your citation
  •      Bring your Driver’s License or Identification Card
  •      Fees are required in full at the time of your request. Citation Fees & Fine Schedule.  The amount due will be the fee/fine amount plus $40.00.
  •      Payments may be made in either cash, money order/cashier check (Payable to City of Midlothian) or  American Express, Apple Pay, Visa or Mastercard with proper ID.

The clerk will provide you the necessary form at the window.  You do not need to print the form from this website.

Mail-In Request:
 

  • Mail in your request on or prior to the appearance date on your citation.
  • Complete the Deferred Disposition (Probation) Request Form.
  • Fees are required in full at the time of your request.  Citation Fees & Fine Schedule.  The amount due will be the fee/fine amount plus $40.00.  
  • Mail in the required fee/fine by either a money order or cashier check made payable to the City of Midlothian (NO CASH OR PERSONAL CHECKS).
  • Mail your request form and payment to: 


    Midlothian Municipal Court

     1150 N. Hwy 67  Ste 200

     Midlothian, TX 6065