Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I request case information or a copy of a citation?
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Written Request
You must make a written request which includes:
Defendant’s full name/ Date of Birth/ Texas Driver’s License (If available) /Citation or Case Number (If available) Include the requestor’s contact information. Request can only include documents or other information that are already in existence.
Submit Request
Request can be made in one of the following forms:
Online
Email
By Mail
The City of Baytown Municipal Court
Attn: Open Records
3120 North Main Street
Baytown, Texas 77521
Court Information Records RequestIn Person
The City of Baytown Municipal Court
3120 North Main Street
Baytown, Texas 77521 - How do I request Deferred Dispositon
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Deferred Disposition
Please visit our Municipal Court Disposition webpage.
- How do I request Judicial Records?
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Judicial Records
Judicial records are not subject to the Texas Public Information Act. They must be requested directly from the Baytown Municipal Court.
Contact Information for Court Records
Physical/Mailing Address
Baytown Municipal Court
3120 N Main Street
Baytown, Texas 77521Phone
281-427-9511
E-Mail
- What happens after a request is made?
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The Court will "promptly" respond to your request. Requests are generally completed within 10 business days. However, request may exceed the 14 business days depending on the amount of information you have requested.
Costs for Public Information Records are regulated by the Code of Ordinances, City of Baytown, Texas.
- Why can't I pay my citation online?
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Your case may require your appearance to answer to your charge.Defendants must appear in open court for all family violence and juvenile case. You are not able to pay these citations prior to appearing in Court.If you do not have a family violence or juvenile case, please contact the court at 281-427-9511.
- What options do I have to take care of my case?
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While the Baytown Municipal Court cannot give you legal advice we are able to inform you of your options.
- How do I schedule a hearing before my already pre-scheduled court date?
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You may submit a court continuance request.
- How do I get my court date postponed or reset to another date?
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You may request a reset the following ways:
- Submit the Court Continuance form
- Come to the front window to request a continuance
- Submit a request in writing via mail, night dropbox, or e-mail.
- How long does a court hearing usually take?
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The length of court hearings vary based on the number of defendants scheduled to appear on that day and the nature of their case(s).
- I am 25 years old now but wasn’t at the time of the violation, am I still required to take a driving safety course as part of my deferred?
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Yes, the requirements for deferred disposition are based on your age at the time of the violation.
- Where can I view forms for the court?
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