Which court hears traffic violations?

The evidentiary rules governing criminal action trials in district courts apply to criminal proceedings in law courts. The Harris County District Attorney processes traffic cases filed in Harris County law courts. Harris County Justices of the Peace have enacted local rules. The first step in resolving your ticket is to appear for the arraignment.

During your arraignment, you will appear in court at the appointed date and time, the judge will tell you what you are charged with, and then you will plead guilty or not guilty. If you plead not guilty, a future trial court date will be set for you. You must tell the judge if you want a trial by judge or jury. The Court of Justice hears cases of traffic offences (traffic tickets).

If you've received a traffic ticket, you'll need to decide how to file yourself in a process called arraignment. Options for Responding to a Traffic Tickdismissal for driving safety courseDismissal for driving safety course with child safety seat instruction Failure to comply with financial responsibility (without auto liability insurance), expired license, safety registration and inspectionCases of minors with traffic Fines Convictions Failure to appear on your court date New trial and appealPayment MethodsTraffic Ticket Response FormMore forms for traffic cases. This information is provided to you to provide basic information related to the law governing procedures for traffic cases in Harris County law courts. While most people don't consider it a serious offense, many Texans don't realize that a traffic ticket is still a criminal offense in the state of Texas.