Deferred Disposition

Deferred Disposition (Probation) 

Deferred Disposition is a way of having your citation dismissed after satisfactory completion of a probationary period during which no additional offenses are received, and after all requirements imposed in the deferred order are satisfied. The probationary period is 90 to 180 days, depending on the type of violation, and begins when the fees are paid. With successful completion of deferred disposition, there is not a final conviction, the complaint may not be used against you, and the conviction will not be reported.

Request for deferred may be made by mail, in person or before the Judge.

Requesting Deferred Disposition

To request this option your request must be received or postmarked by the appearance date on your citation.  At the time of your request, you must:

1. Enter a plea of guilty or nolo contendere (no contest)
2. Present a copy of a valid driver’s license
3. Pay an expense fee and court costs (contact court for amount)

If you are eligible and meet all the requirements, at the end of your deferred period, your citation will be dismissed.

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Deferred Disposition, you must meet these conditions:

1.    Valid Driver’s License: You must have a valid driver’s license that is NOT a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).

2.    Plea Requirement: You must enter a plea of “Guilty” or “No Contest” to the charge.

3.    Fee Payment: You must be able to pay the required fees in full or within the time allotted by the court upon approval.

4.    Not Currently on Deferred Disposition: Must not currently be on Deferred Disposition for another offense, and must not have successfully completed a deferred disposition of a similar charge in the past 12 months in the City of Glenn Heights.

5.    Under 25 Years of Age: If you are under 25 years old, you must agree to complete a Driving Safety Course as a condition of probation.

Eligible Offenses 

The offense must be eligible for Deferred Disposition. Eligible offenses include:

o    Traffic-Related Violations: Such as moving violations, parking, or pedestrian violations.

o    Speeding: Must not be charged with speeding in excess of 25 mph over the posted speed limit and must be less than 95 mph.

o    No Accident Involvement: Must not involve an accident resulting in property damage or personal injury.

o    No School Bus Violation: Must not involve passing a school bus.

o    No Construction Zone: Citation must not have been issued in a construction zone with workers present.

Failure to Comply

If you fail to comply with the conditions and/or requirements, you will have to appear at a Show Cause Hearing before a Municipal Court Judge to explain why you have failed to comply.

If you do not appear for the Show Cause Hearing, a Capias Pro Fine Warrant may be issued for your arrest, and a conviction of the offense charged will be on your record, plus additional fees may be accessed.

Deferred Disposition Application (Under 25 Year of Age)

Deferred Disposition Application (Over 25 Years of Age)