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. The Pantego Municipal Court, as a Court of Record, operates as a judicial branch of the Town of Pantego. The Court hears Class C Misdemeanor criminal cases, including traffic violations, city ordinances violations, fine only offenses and limited civil cases.

Mission Statement

Pantego Municipal Court is dedicated to the fair, impartial, and timely administration of justice, providing the community it serves with a safe and accessible environment that is respectful to all. To magnify public trust and confidence in our system justice the Court shall conduct business with integrity, competence, and a commitment to excellence.

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.

• In-Person at 2600 Miller Lane: cash, personal check, money order, cashier’s check, most major credit cards
• Online or over the Phone: Most major credit cards*

* 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. 

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.