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Municipal Court
The Municipal Court is the judicial branch of the city government. In addition, the municipal court is part of the state judicial system.
The municipal court processes and adjudicates all Class "C" misdemeanor violations of state law and city ordinances that occur within the corporate limits of the city. All traffic violations issued by the city are processed by the court. Punishment for these offenses is by fine only.
The court maintains records of all traffic and misdemeanor complaints and convictions, processes payments of fines, prepares documents and schedules trials, notifies witnesses and attorneys of court dates, processes overdue notices of outstanding fines, and collects data for.
Mission Statement
The City of Beaumont Municipal Court's mission is to provide fair and impartial justice under the laws of the State of Texas and to provide due process to defendants in an efficient, professional, and courteous manner.
Self Help Resources
Representing yourself in Court? As required by law under Section 51.808 Texas Government Code, and designated by the Office of Court Administration (OCA), in consultation with the Texas Access to Justice Commission, the links below are provided for you, if you are representing yourself in a case, or thinking about doing so.
Help for Self-Represented-Litigants
The Texas State Law Library website has Self-Help information, forms, and links.
Nothing contained herein is intended to be nor should be construed as legal advice and should not be relied upon as such.
Related Documents
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Bree Thibodeaux, CCC I
Court AdministratorPhone: 409-980-7200
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Municipal Court
Physical Address
700 Orleans
Beaumont, TX 77701
Phone: 409-980-7200Fax: 409-980-7244
- What is the Municipal Court? What do they do?
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The Municipal Court is dedicated to providing access to fair and equal justice to all who appear before the court. The municipal court is the judicial branch of the city government. In addition, the municipal court is part of the state judicial system.
The municipal court processes and adjudicates all Class "C" misdemeanor violations of state law and city ordinances that occur within the corporate limits of the city. All traffic violations issued by the city are processed by the court. Punishment for these offenses is by fine only.
The court maintains records of all traffic and misdemeanor complaints and convictions, processes payments of fines, prepares documents and schedules trials, notifies witnesses and attorneys of court dates, processes overdue notices of outstanding fines, and collects data for reporting purposes. The office also processes warrants issued for non-payment of outstanding fines.
- How can I speak to Court Clerk?
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Phone: 409-980-7200
Email Municipal Court - How do I see a Judge?
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The Beaumont Municipal Court has Walk-In Sessions:
- Monday through Friday - 8 am
- Monday through Thursday - 1 pm
- Tuesday Morning Walk-In Sessions are subject to change due to Jury Trials.
- Can I request a certain Judge?
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With the Beaumont Municipal Court, you are unable to select a specific Judge to see.
Judges are available:
- Monday through Friday - 8 am
- Monday through Thursday - 1 pm
- How do I check to see if I have a warrant?
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The Warrant Listing located on the City of Beaumont Website is updated weekly. You may also call to speak to a clerk at 409-980-7200.
- Where can I find my Citation Number?
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Your citation number is located on the top of the citation you received, or the summons that was sent to you by mail.
- How do I obtain a Marriage License/Schedule a Ceremony?
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The Beaumont Municipal Court only handles Class C Misdemeanors. Anything Related to Marriage/Divorce will need to be obtained at the Jefferson County Court House located at 1149 Pearl Street Beaumont, Texas 77701.
- How do I plea not guilty?
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A plea of not guilty means that you are informing the court that you deny guilt or that you have a defense in your case, and that the State must prove what it has charged against you. To Plea Not Guilty you may do one of the following:
- Fill out the Not Guilty Form on The City of Beaumont website.
- Email Municipal Court the signed form.
- Fill out the Not Guilty Form on The City of Beaumont website.
- Mail the signed form to:
Beaumont Municipal Court
P.O. Box 3827
Beaumont, TX 77704
- Mail the signed form to:
- Fill out the Not Guilty Form on The City of Beaumont Website.
- Place the Form in the Night Deposit Box Located on the Forsythe side of the Beaumont Municipal Court.
- Appear before the Judge on your set Court date, or any of the court times listed:
- Monday through Friday: 8 am.
- Monday through Thursday: 1 pm
- Fill out the Not Guilty Form on The City of Beaumont website.
- How do I pay my fine?
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- City of Beaumont Website. Click the Tab - Pay Traffic Citation.
- You will need your Citation Number
- Pay by Phone: 800-887-5931 - You will need your Citation Number
- Mail in Check or Money Order to:
Beaumont Municipal Court
P.O. Box 3827
Beaumont, TX 77704
Please make sure your Money Order or Check has your name and Citation Number located on it.
4. With a clerk at the Beaumont Municipal Court. Cash, Money Orders, Check, and Credit / Debit Cards are accepted.
Please bring a Valid ID
Monday through Friday 8 am TO 5 pm5. Night Deposit Box - Check or Money Order only.
Located on the Forsythe side of the Beaumont Municipal Court. - City of Beaumont Website. Click the Tab - Pay Traffic Citation.