does anyone know the regulations regarding a deffered disposition in La Grange, TX/Fayette County?

Question

just got a speeding ticket for doing 97mph in a 70mph speed limit zone. i would like to go with the deffered disposition option but every city seems to have different rules and limitations concerning this option.

Answer 1

Different jurisdictions have variations of the policy however below is the general policy!

Deferred Disposition Policy Requirements

Code of Criminal Procedure Article 45.54
Suspension of Sentence and Deferral of Final Disposition

Required for consideration of Deferred Disposition in Justice Court, Pct. 5:

A defendant is allowed to be on Deferred Disposition once a year in this court.

The defendant must enter a plea of no contest or guilty and make a request to the court for Deferred Disposition in person or by mail on or before the plea due date on the ticket.

If the request for Deferred Disposition is made by mail, it must be post marked on or before the plea due date of the ticket
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Contact the Court for the deferred fee amount as it may vary according to the offense.

For Moving Violations:

The defendant must meet the same requirements as those for taking a Driving Safety Course.

The defendant must have a valid Texas driver’s license or license from state of residency. A copy of the driver’s license is to be submitted at the time of the request.

The defendant must provide proof of financial responsibility and be listed as a driver on the policy or insurance card. A copy of the insurance card or policy is to be submitted at the time of the request.

Out of State Residence:

All rules apply as above


All rules apply as above, however, the following would be exempt from requesting Deferred Disposition

Speeding violations must be no more than 25 mph over the speed limit to qualify

No serious traffic violations

No accidents unless approved in open Court before the Judge

CDL HOLDERS ARE NOT ELIGIBLE

Best wishes.