Dallas County Justice of the Peace Courts
Dallas County
Overview
Guide Overview
Justice of the Peace (JP) Courts handle civil and criminal cases, including small claims (amount is $20,000 or less), justice court, and administrative hearings. These are lawsuits over debts, evictions, car accidents, unlawful towing, and property issues. Most JP’s perform marriage ceremonies as well.
This guide contains information on all Dallas County JP Courts.
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Research Tips
Read our articles on Zoom and how to use it to prepare for your hearing. You should also read the following documents to prepare for your case in a Justice Court:
Common questions about Dallas County
The Tarrant County Justice of the Peace Courts are located in eight precincts across Tarrant County. The city website provides a county map showing each precinct’s geographic area of jurisdiction. You can also access an interactive county map to find your precinct.
Visit the Tarrant County Court Records Search available on the Justice of the Peace Courts homepage. Be sure to select the Justice Court location your case is in under the “Select a location” drop down menu.
You can read How to E-File to learn about E-Filing.
You can also read more about E-Filing in JP Courts on their website.
Go to the Fees and Fines page on the Justice of the Peace Courts homepage and click on the precinct your case is filed in.
Instructions & Forms
Instructions & Forms
Honorable Thomas G. Jones
South Dallas Government Center
8301 S. Polk Street, Suite 2100
Dallas, Texas 75232
Phone: (972) 228-0280
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
This information is current as of February 17, 2023.
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| No. | Zoom. | Yes, for at-risk or vulnerable individuals. Contact the court for information. |
You can visit Justice Court Pct. 1-1's webpage for the most up-to-date information.
Yes. You can make payments online through the Dallas County Justice of the Peace Court Payment Portal.
All documents must be e-filed or filed in person or by mail with the court. Contact the court for information on filing a case.
Contact the court to schedule a hearing.
Yes, if you are 65 years or older or have serious underlying health conditions, such as high blood pressure, chronic lung disease, diabetes, or asthma. You may also be eligible if your immune system is compromised by chemotherapy or other conditions requiring therapy are considered to be part of a vulnerable population.
If you are any of the above, contact the court to notify them and request virtual hearing accommodations. The Court may allow or require anyone involved in any proceeding to participate remotely.
You can fill out a Virtual Court Hearing Request Form and email it with a valid photo ID to jp11court@dallascounty.org.
The court staff will contact you after your hearing is set with instructions for the hearing, including how evidence is submitted and presented to the court.
No. All hearings are in person.
Possibly. Contact the court coordinator if you have concerns.
If you have any questions, contact the Court Clerk Shaketha Gray at (972) 228-0280 or jp11court@dallascounty.org.
Honorable Valencia Nash
South Dallas Government Center
8301 S. Polk Street, Suite 2200
Dallas, Texas 75232
Phone: (972) 228-2272
Hours: Monday–Friday; 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
This information is current as of February 17, 2023.
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| No. | Zoom. | Yes, for at-risk or vulnerable individuals. Contact the court for information. |
You can visit Justice Court Pct. 1-2's webpage for the most up-to-date information.
Yes. You can make payments online through the Dallas County Justice of the Peace Court Payment Portal.
All documents must be e-filed or filed in person or by mail with the court. Contact the court for information on filing a case.
Contact the court to schedule a hearing.
Yes, if you are 65 years or older or have serious underlying health conditions, such as high blood pressure, chronic lung disease, diabetes, or asthma. You may also be eligible if your immune system is compromised by chemotherapy or other conditions requiring therapy are considered to be part of a vulnerable population.
If you are any of the above, contact the court to notify them and request virtual hearing accommodations. The Court may allow or require anyone involved in any proceeding to participate remotely.
The court staff will contact you after your hearing is set with instructions for the hearing, including how evidence is submitted and presented to the court.
No. All hearings are in person.
Possibly. Contact the court coordinator if you have concerns.
If you have any questions, contact the Court Clerk at (972) 228-2272 or jp12court@dallascounty.org.
Honorable Margaret O’Brien
Garland Office
140 N. Garland Avenue
Garland, Texas 75040
Phone: (214) 643-4773
Hours: Monday–Friday; 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
This information is current as of February 17, 2023.
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| No. | Zoom. | Yes, for at-risk or vulnerable individuals. Contact the court for information. |
You can visit Justice Court Pct. 2-1's webpage or Judge O’Brien’s website for the most up-to-date information.
Yes. You can make payments online through the Dallas County Justice of the Peace Court Payment Portal.
All documents must be e-filed or filed in person, by mail, or through the court’s front drop box located in the front of the building. If you use the drop box, call or email the court after leaving your documents in the box so they can find the items on the day you drop them off.
Contact the court for information on filing a case.
Contact the court to schedule a hearing.
Yes, if you are 65 years or older or have serious underlying health conditions, such as high blood pressure, chronic lung disease, diabetes, or asthma. You may also be eligible if your immune system is compromised by chemotherapy or other conditions requiring therapy are considered to be part of a vulnerable population.
If you are any of the above, contact the court to notify them and request virtual hearing accommodations. The Court may allow or require anyone involved in any proceeding to participate remotely.
In an emergency situation, you can request a virtual hearing with at least 24 hours notice.
Call or email the court with a virtual hearing request.
The court staff will contact you after your hearing is set with instructions for the hearing, including how evidence is submitted and presented to the court.
No. All hearings are in person.
Possibly. Contact the court coordinator if you have concerns.
If you have any questions, contact the Court Clerk Lutishia Williams at (214) 643-4773 or jp21court@dallascounty.org.
Honorable Katina Whitfield
Mesquite Office
823 N. Galloway Avenue, Suite 101A
Mesquite, Texas 75149
Phone: (972) 285-5429
Hours: Monday–Friday; 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
This information is current as of February 17, 2023.
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| No. | Zoom. | Yes, for at-risk or vulnerable individuals. Contact the court for information. |
You can visit Justice Court Pct. 2-2's webpage for the most up-to-date information.
Yes. You can make payments online through the Dallas County Justice of the Peace Court Payment Portal.
All documents must be e-filed or filed in person or by mail with the court. Contact the court for information on filing a case. Read about how to file your case online from Justice Court 2-2.
Contact the court to schedule a hearing.
Yes, if you are 65 years or older or have serious underlying health conditions, such as high blood pressure, chronic lung disease, diabetes, or asthma. You may also be eligible if your immune system is compromised by chemotherapy or other conditions requiring therapy are considered to be part of a vulnerable population.
If you are any of the above, contact the court to notify them and request virtual hearing accommodations. The Court may allow or require anyone involved in any proceeding to participate remotely.
In an emergency situation, you can request a virtual hearing with at least 24 hours' notice.
Call or email the court with a virtual hearing request.
The court staff will contact you after your hearing is set with instructions for the hearing, including how evidence is submitted and presented to the court.
No. All hearings are in person.
Possibly. Contact the court coordinator if you have concerns.
If you have any questions, contact the Court Clerk Sandra Lyons at (972) 285-5429 or jp22court@dallascounty.org.
Honorable Adam M. Swartz
North Dallas Government Center
6820 Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway, Suite 3100
Dallas, Texas 75240
Phone: (214) 321-4106
Fax: (214) 321-4912
Hours: Monday–Friday; 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
This information is current as of February 21, 2023.
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| Yes. | Zoom. | Yes. All jury trials are held in person. |
You can visit Justice Court Pct. 3-1's webpage for the most up-to-date information.
Yes. You can make payments online through the Dallas County Justice of the Peace Court Payment Portal.
Filings with payments due must be made in person or via email with fees attached. All documents may be made in person or via mail, fax, or email.
Eviction hearings are automatically set when a case is filed. All other civil filings are at the request of the parties or the court. Criminal and traffic hearings are set by the District Attorney.
Yes, any party is allowed to request a virtual hearing. Email your request for a virtual hearing to JP31Court@dallascounty.org.
Evidence may be submitted in person or via mail, fax, or email.
The court staff will contact you after your hearing is set with further instructions for the hearing, including when to submit your exhibits and how evidence is presented to the court.
No. All jury trials are in person only.
Yes. Contact the court coordinator if you have concerns.
For civil matters, contact the Court Clerk Cristan Shamburger at (214) 321-4106 or JP31Civil@dallascounty.org.
For eviction matters, contact the court at JP31Eviction@dallascounty.org.
For traffic matters, contact the court at JP31Traffic@dallascounty.org.
For weddings, contact the court at JP31Wedding@dallascounty.org.
Honorable Steven Seider
North Dallas Government Center
6820 Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway, Suite 2100
Dallas, Texas 75240
Phone: (214) 904-3042
Hours: Monday–Friday; 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Watch JP Precinct 3-2's court live steam on YouTube.
This information is current as of February 21, 2023.
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| No. | Zoom. | Yes, for at-risk or vulnerable individuals. Contact the court for information. |
You can visit Justice Court Pct. 3-2's webpage for the most up-to-date information.
Yes. You can make payments online through the Dallas County Justice of the Peace Court Payment Portal.
All documents must be e-filed or filed in person or by mail with the court. Contact the court for information on filing a case.
Contact the court to schedule a hearing.
Yes, if you are 65 years or older or have serious underlying health conditions, such as high blood pressure, chronic lung disease, diabetes, or asthma. You may also be eligible if your immune system is compromised by chemotherapy or other conditions requiring therapy are considered to be part of a vulnerable population.
If you are any of the above, contact the court to notify them and request virtual hearing accommodations. The Court may allow or require anyone involved in any proceeding to participate remotely.
In an emergency situation, you can request a virtual hearing with at least 24 hours' notice.
Call or email the court with a virtual hearing request.
Court staff will contact you after your hearing is set with instructions for the hearing, including how evidence is submitted and presented to the court.
No. All hearings are in person only.
Possibly. Contact the court coordinator if you have concerns.
For civil matters, contact the Chief Clerk Nuria Ascon at (214) 904-3042 or JP32Civil@dallascounty.org.
For eviction matters, contact the court at JP32Evictions@dallascounty.org.
For traffic matters, contact the court at JP32Traffic@dallascounty.org.
For weddings, contact the court at JP32Weddings@dallascounty.org.
Honorable Michael Jones Jr.
Grand Prairie Government Center
106 W. Church Street, Suite 205
Grand Prairie, Texas 75050
Phone: (214) 751-4040
Hours: Monday–Friday; 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Beginning May 2, 2023, all communication between the Court and parties must be sent to the court electronically either through eFileTexas, email, or fax and must include a valid email address.
This information is current as of February 21, 2023.
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| No. | CourtCall. | Yes, for at-risk or vulnerable individuals. Contact the court for information. |
You can visit Justice Court Pct. 4-1's webpage for the most up-to-date information.
Also read How to Use CourtCall to prepare for your hearing on CourtCall.
Yes. You can make payments online through the Dallas County Justice of the Peace Court Payment Portal.
All documents must be e-filed or filed in person or by mail with the court. Read Justice Court Precinct 4-1's page on electronic filing for more details.
All appeals or writs of possession must be filed in person, the court will not accept these documents through mail, eFile, or email.
Contact the court to schedule a hearing.
Yes. If you wish to appear virtually for your hearing, you must file and send a motion and order to the Court at JP41Court@dallascounty.org, by mail, or filed in person. A request to appear virtually via CourtCall must be filed and approved at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled court date. If your motion is not timely filed, there is no guarantee it will be granted. Failure to appear may result in the hearing/trial proceeding in your absence.
Justice Court 4-1 provides a form for the Motion to Appear Virtually for Hearing that you can fill out and file with the Court.
If you are 65 years or older or have serious underlying health conditions, such as high blood pressure, chronic lung disease, diabetes, or asthma. You may also be eligible if your immune system is compromised by chemotherapy or other conditions requiring therapy are considered to be part of a vulnerable population.
If you are any of the above, contact the court to notify them and request virtual hearing accommodations. The Court may allow or require anyone involved in any proceeding to participate remotely.
Court staff will contact you after your hearing is set with instructions for the hearing, including how evidence is submitted and presented to the court.
No. All hearings are in person.
Yes. Read the above section about requesting a virtual hearing for information. Contact the court coordinator if you have concerns.
For civil matters, contact the court at (214) 751-4040 or JP41Civil@dallascounty.org.
For eviction matters, contact the court at JP41Evictions@dallascounty.org.
For traffic matters, contact the court at JP41Traffic@dallascounty.org.
For weddings, contact the court at JP41weddings@dallascounty.org.
For general inquiries, contact the court at JP41Court@dallascounty.org.
Honorable Sasha Moreno
Grand Prairie Government Center
106 W. Church Street, Suite 210
Grand Prairie, Texas 75050
Phone: (214) 589-7000
Hours: Monday–Friday; 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Night Court is on the first and third Tuesdays of the month from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Watch Justice Court Precinct 4-2's court live stream on YouTube.
This information is current as of February 21, 2023.
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| No. | CourtCall. | Yes, for at-risk or vulnerable individuals. Contact the court for information. |
You can visit Justice Court Pct. 4-2's webpage for the most up-to-date information.
Also read How to Use CourtCall to prepare for your hearing on CourtCall.
Yes. You can make payments online through the Dallas County Justice of the Peace Court Payment Portal.
All documents must be e-filed or filed in person or by mail with the Court. Read Justice Court Precinct 4-2's page on electronic filing for more details.
Contact the court to schedule a hearing.
If you are 65 years or older or have serious underlying health conditions, such as high blood pressure, chronic lung disease, diabetes, or asthma. You may also be eligible if your immune system is compromised by chemotherapy or other conditions requiring therapy are considered to be part of a vulnerable population.
If you are any of the above, contact the court to notify them and request virtual hearing accommodations. The Court may allow or require anyone involved in any proceeding to participate remotely. Contact the Court if you would like to know more.
Court staff will contact you after your hearing is set with instructions for the hearing, including how evidence is submitted and presented to the court.
No. All hearings are in person.
Possibly. Contact the court coordinator if you have concerns.
Contact the court at (214) 589-7000 or JP42Court@dallascounty.org.
Honorable Sara Martinez
East Dallas Government Center
3443 St. Francis Avenue
Dallas, Texas 75228
Phone: (214) 943-6980
Hours: Monday–Friday; 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Watch Justice Court Precinct 5-1's court live stream on YouTube.
This information is current as of February 21, 2023.
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| No. | CourtCall. | Yes, for at-risk or vulnerable individuals. Contact the court for information. |
You can visit Justice Court Pct. 5-1's webpage for the most up-to-date information.
Also read How to Use CourtCall to prepare for your hearing on CourtCall.
Yes. You can make payments online through the Dallas County Justice of the Peace Court Payment Portal.
All documents must be e-filed or filed in person or by mail with the Court.
Contact the court to schedule a hearing.
If you are 65 years or older or have serious underlying health conditions, such as high blood pressure, chronic lung disease, diabetes, or asthma. You may also be eligible if your immune system is compromised by chemotherapy or other conditions requiring therapy are considered to be part of a vulnerable population.
If you are any of the above, contact the court to notify them and request virtual hearing accommodations. The Court may allow or require anyone involved in any proceeding to participate remotely.
If you need to appear for your hearing due to COVID-19 illness or exposure, please contact the court immediately at (214) 943-6980 or jp51court@dallascounty.org.
Court staff will contact you after your hearing is set with instructions for the hearing, including how evidence is submitted and presented to the court.
No. All hearings are in person.
Possibly. Contact the court coordinator if you have concerns.
For civil matters, contact the court at (214) 943-6980 or JP51_Civil@dallascounty.org.
For eviction matters, contact the court at JP51_Evictions@dallascounty.org.
For traffic matters, contact the court at JP5-1-CourtSettings@dallascounty.org.
For collections, contact the court at JP51.Collections@dallascounty.org.
For general inquiries, contact the court at JP51Court@dallascounty.org.
Honorable Juan Jasso
Oak Cliff Government Center
702 E. Jefferson Boulevard, Suite 2100
Dallas, Texas 75203
Phone: (214) 943-5981
Hours: Monday–Friday; 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Masks are required to be worn at all times when in the courtroom.
This information is current as of February 21, 2023.
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| No. | CourtCall. | Yes, for at-risk or vulnerable individuals. Contact the court for information. |
You can visit Justice Court Pct. 5-2's webpage for the most up-to-date information.
Also read How to Use CourtCall to prepare for your hearing on CourtCall.
Yes. You can make payments online through the Dallas County Justice of the Peace Court Payment Portal.
All documents must be e-filed or filed in person or by mail with the Court.
Contact the court to schedule a hearing.
If you are 65 years or older or have serious underlying health conditions, such as high blood pressure, chronic lung disease, diabetes, or asthma. You may also be eligible if your immune system is compromised by chemotherapy or other conditions requiring therapy are considered to be part of a vulnerable population.
If you are any of the above, contact the court to notify them and request virtual hearing accommodations. The Court may allow or require anyone involved in any proceeding to participate remotely.
Contact the court to find out if you can request a virtual hearing.
Court staff will contact you after your hearing is set with instructions for the hearing, including how evidence is submitted and presented to the court.
No. All hearings are in person.
Possibly. Contact the court coordinator if you have concerns.
Contact the court at (214) 943-5981 or JP52Court@dallascounty.org with any questions or concerns.
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