South Dallas Government Center – 8301 S. Polk Street, Suite 2100, Dallas, TX 75232
Main Telephone: (972) 228-0280 | Fax: (972) 228.2737
Hours of Operation: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Monday - Friday (except for court approved holidays)
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General Inquiries: JP11Court@dallascounty.org
Due to high volume and duplicate filings, we are no longer accepting filings via email or fax. Please file all filings and pleadings through eFileTexas.gov in person or by mail only.
The appearance date on your citation is not a trial date. It is the deadline date by which you must “appear” to let the court know how you want to take care of your case. You do not need to appear in person but may make an appearance by entering a plea or paying the fine by mail.
Set a court date: If you would like to plead not guilty and set your case for a court date, please mail a written request that includes your name and citation number to our office.
Our mailing address is 8301 S. Polk Street, Suite 2100, Dallas, Texas 75232.
For any questions or concerns please feel free to contact the court at (972) 739-1588.
Texas Rules of Civil Procedure
Texas Rules of Civil Procedure, Part V Rules of Practice in Justice Court
Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code
Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code, Chapter 15
Texas Rules of Evidence
Local Rules of the Civil Courts of Dallas County (Appendix 1 Included)
Local Rules of Decorum (Appendix 2)
Recording & Broadcasting in the Civil Courts
Representing Yourself in Court
The following information is not legal advice and does not take the place of a lawyer.
Self-Represented Litigants
