Municipal Court

The Pantego Municipal Court is committed to being responsive to the evolving needs of those we serve and diligently executing the administrative responsibilities and clerical functions set forth under law. As the local branch of the judicial system, municipal courts encounter more defendants than all other Texas courts combined. Therefore, it is our duty to provide fair and impartial administration of justice by promoting the highest standards in customer service, upholding the integrity of the court, and building public trust and confidence.

Methods of Payment

Payment can be made in person at the Larry W. Smith Law Enforcement Center during normal business hours. Please note that the payment window is open on weekdays, excluding holidays, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. We do close daily for lunch from 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m.

* A service fee applies to credit card payments

Code of Conduct and Dress for Court Appearances

  • No weapons
  • All persons, bags, and packages are subject to search
  • No shorts, halter tops, or other inappropriate attire (which shall be based on the Judge's discretion)
  • No food, drink, or chewing gum
  • No cell phones, pagers, or other electronic devices
  • No audio and/or video recordings
  • No newspapers
  • A person who intentionally prevents, interferes with, or disrupts a lawful meeting by physical action or verbal utterance commits a Class B misdemeanor punishable by fine and jail (Penal Code 42.05

GENERAL INFORMATION

  • Our office is open on weekdays, excluding holidays, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. We do close daily for lunch from 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m.
  • All official correspondence must be mailed via the United States Postal Service (USPS) or delivered in person.
  • If the Court is closed due to weather conditions or a Town holiday, your due date will move to the next business day that our offices are open. 
  • Para defendientes necesitando asistencia en español, por favor llamar por teléfono o venir a la oficina entre las horas de 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (13:00 a 17:00) lunes a viernes.

LEGAL NOTICE

Nothing appearing on this site should be considered legal advice. If you have questions about your best course of action, what plea you should enter, your rights, or the consequence of a conviction, you should contact an attorney. The clerk, the judge, nor the prosecutor can give you legal advice. Neither the Municipal Court nor the Town of Pantego makes any warranty as to the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of the provided information and shall not be responsible for errors or omissions nor for results obtained from the application of provided information.



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Phone Numbers
817-617-3733
Fax: 817-617-3755
Emergencies: Dial 911
Location
2600 Miller Lane
Pantego,
TX
76013

Monday – Friday
8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Closed for Lunch
12:00 to 1:00 p.m.
Monday – Friday
1:00 to 5:00 p.m.
La asistencia en español está disponible de lunes a viernes
1:00 to 5:00 p.m.
  • Bill Lane, Presiding Judge
  • Teresa Evans, Associate Judge/Magistrate
  • Michael S. Newman, Associate Judge/Magistrate
  • Craig Magnuson, Prosecutor