ALTERNATIVES TO COMING TO COURT
Many live court proceedings may now be held online via Zoom through computer, tablet, smartphone, or in some cases, a regular telephone line. It is also possible to handle your legal issue with this court through a letter, fax, or email.
Use this form to convey information about your case: Appearance Form (PDF)
Use this form for payment plan requests or when asking for other assistance: Financial Affidavit (PDF)
To schedule a case for an online hearing, please email the court.
PHONE: 254-298-5687 *EMAIL: courtonlinehelp@templetx.gov
*FAX: 254-773-4301 *LETTER: 401 N. 3rd St., Temple, TX 76501
*You must call to confirm when you send a letter, email, or fax. Also, please note that all court dates are deadlines and are required. If you miss court, you may lose options.
- No weapons of any type are allowed in the courtroom, even if you have a permit.* This includes pocket/clip/multi-use knives/tools, pointed/sharp items, and any pepper spray or taser.
- Security Staff has the final say in what is deemed unacceptable.
- All persons who enter the Municipal Court, courtroom, or any office utilized by the Court are subject to search of their person and their belongings. All persons who enter said premises consent to the search of their person and their belongings for prohibited weapons.
- Jokes about weapons or threats will be taken seriously.
- Any act or comment deemed a threat will result in removal from court and charges may be filed.
- Only approach the Judge's bench when directed to do so.
- Stand at the podium and do not lean on the Judge's bench.
- Please remain quiet in the courtroom until you are called upon to speak.
- No fashion hats, shirts with text/images that are offensive, racist, or cause distraction, baggy pants, dresses/skirts/shorts that extend beyond the wearer's fingertips while standing.
*For additional information, see Texas Penal Code Section 46.03(a)(3).
Thank you for your assistance & compliance.
If you have an active warrant with the Temple Municipal Court, please contact the court office at 254-298-5687 to find out what options are available to you.
To clear your warrant immediately you can pay your fine in full online using the City of Temple Municipal Court website. Before proceeding with online payment, please carefully read the notice on the payment system website.
To access this system, go to the Pay Your Ticket.
