Decatur Municipal Court of Record

municipal court of record

The Mission of the Decatur Municipal Court of Record

To administer fair and impartial justice as the judicial branch of the Decatur municipal government. The court strives to provide prompt, courteous, and thorough service while maintaining ethical processing, promoting confidence, and efficiency. All matters within the court are processed in the most efficient and timely manner possible.

All information provided on these pages is for informational purposes only and is not intended as legal advice. For legal advice you will need to consult with an attorney licensed with the State of Texas.

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The Municipal Court of Record of the City of Decatur has jurisdiction over Class C misdemeanors issued by Texas state peace officers, code enforcement officers, and the city's fire marshal. 

Examples of Class C misdemeanors include, but are not limited to:

  • speeding, 
  • disorderly conduct, 
  • disruption of class, 
  • minor in possession of tobacco, 
  • minor in possession of alcohol, 
  • animal at large, and 
  • other similar offenses.