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Fine Amounts

The amount of fine the court assesses is determined by the facts and circumstances of the case.

Usual Maximum Fines

VIOLATION TYPE USUAL MAXIMUM FINE
Certain City Ordinance Violation $2,000.00
Other City Ordinance Violation $500.00
Penal Violation $500.00
Traffic Violation $200.00

 

Court Costs

In addition to the fine, court costs mandated by law will also be charged. These charges vary according to the kind of violation. Court costs are assessed if you plead nolo contendere or if your case is deferred for defensive driving or probation.

Forms of Payment

The court accepts cash, check*, money orders, cashier's checks, Visa, MasterCard and American Express.

 

Payment Options

Delinquency Notice

Failure to Appear

Failure to make an appearance in person, by mail, or by attorney prior to the initial appearance date may result in a $50 increase for each fine. You may contact the Duncanville Municipal Court at (972) 780-5055, for the initial appearance date and the amount due on each offense.

Collections

The City of Duncanville has currently contracted with McCreary, Veselka, Bragg & Allen, P.C. to assist in collecting fines from individuals with outstanding warrants. If you would like to contact MVBA for payment arrangements, please call:

1-866-955-5455

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