Ten (10)  days after being issued a ticket, you may do any of the following:  

• Contact the court office at 281.997.5900
• Visit a court clerk in person weekdays between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.
• Or, check your citation online here.

Arraignment dates (dates on the citation or initial court summons) cannot be rescheduled.  Depending on your circumstances,  you may be able to take care of your citation at the court office prior to your court  date.  (For example: requesting DSC, paying your fine, showing your proof of  insurance, inspection or registration and paying a dismissal fee.)  You will need to contact the court at 281.997.5900 for more information on your options.

CHECKS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.  You may mail a money order made out to “Pearland Municipal Court.” A payment received in the mail is considered a “no contest” plea.  Juveniles must appear in court and cannot pay fines in advance.  Minors (under the age of 21) charged with an alcohol related offense, or tobacco (under the age of 18),  must appear in court and cannot pay fines in advance.

You may call 877-883-3765, you will need citation number and defendants date of birth. You can use your credit/debit card at our court office, or you may pay online here.  Juveniles must appear in court and cannot pay fines in advance.  Minors (under the age of 21) charged with an alcohol related offense, or tobacco (under the age of 18), must appear in court and cannot pay fines in advance.

Conduct
Pro Se parties (individuals representing themselves without an attorney) should be prepared to present their cases in a proper manner. It is not the court’s duty or responsibility to represent you, instruct you on court procedure, evidence, or rules, or how to present and prove your case. Be on time.

1. Do not argue with the Court.
2. Address the court as "Judge" or "Your Honor".
3. Address opposing parties, counsel, witnesses, and court officers as "Mr.", "Mrs.", "Miss", "Officer", etc.
4. Do not read newspapers, magazines, books, etc. in the courtroom during proceedings.
5. Do not talk at the same time as the court, opposing counsels, or witnesses.
6. Racist, sexist, obscene, or profane language or gestures are prohibited unless it is pertinent to a case and is elicited and quoting from facts in the case.
7. Do not enter and depart the courtroom excessively.
8. Do nothing to disturb or distract the court, counsel, witnesses, or other court personnel.
9. Do not approach the Judge’s bench without permission. Do not rest arms or hands on the bench.
10. Rise when the Judge enters and remain standing until the Judge or bailiff announces "Be seated" or until the Judge is seated. Rise when the Judge exits the courtroom.
11. No food or drinks are allowed in the courtroom.
12. Cell phones and electronic devices are prohibited in the court room.
13. Read the other sections on the Municipal Court web site, particulary the "Tips on Self-representation" and "The Rules of the Municipal Court."

Unacceptable attire includes, but is not limited to:

1. Shorts and cut-offs
2. Muscle shirts, clothing with offensive, vulgar, racist, sexist, obscene, or suggestive words, slogans, depictions, or pictures, including grotesque creatures
3. Clothing that is dirty, torn, or ragged
4. Clothing that is too tight or too short
5. Hats, caps, scarves, bandanas or headgear except with permission from the judge.
6. Shoes are required.

Any persons with complaints regarding treatment (not relating to the Judge's finding or appeal of the case) by court staff may appear in person or submit their complaint in writing and direct said complaint to the Court Administrator, at 281.997.5900.

You may be eligible for a Driver's Safety Course if you were cited for a moving offense, and if you have not had a course in the previous12 months. You may not be eligible for the DSC if any one of the following applies to your offense:

• speeding 25 mph or more over the speed limit;

• driving 95 miles per hour or more;
• ·offense committed in a construction or maintenance zone when workers are present;
• passing a school bus loading or unloading children;
• leaving the scene of a collision after causing damage to a vehicle that is driven or attended;
• leaving the scene of a collision and failing to give information and/or render aid;
• serious traffic violation; and
• ·offense committed by a person who held a commercial driver’s license at the time of the offense or holds a CDL at the time of the request for DSC, including when the person is driving his or her own personal vehicle.

TO REQUEST TO TAKE THE DRIVER SAFETY COURSE FOR YOUR CITATION PRIOR TO YOUR COURT DATE: Present yourself to a court clerk. You must enter a plea of No Contest or Guilty, request to take the Driver's Safety Course, and sign an Affidavit attesting that you have not completed a Driver's Safety Course in the past 12 months. Additionally you must furnish the Court with:

1. your valid Texas Driver's License or proof of active military duty. 

2. A copy of proof of insurance showing your name as an insured driver.
3. Payment of the administrative court fee. Payment must be made at the time of the request and in the form of cash, money order, and Visa or Mastercard.Payment for DSC may not be made online. Upon Court approval, you will be given 90 days to complete the course and provide proof with the Certificate of Completion and a certified copy of your driving record obtained by the Department of Public Safety.

If you enter a no contest or guilty plea, and you appear on or before your initial appearance date, but would like to request additional time to pay your citation in full, you may request a  monthly payment plan. If you choose to request a payment plan, you must complete the application in full, and submit it with your plea and request. 

Please note that if you request a payment plan, pursuant to the Local Government Code, Sec. 133.103, an additional $25.00 will be assessed on each violation, unless you pay the entire balance in full within 30 days from the date of judgment.

Please contact the court with any questions.