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Fines & Costs
You may plead "No Contest" and waive a jury trial by paying the full amount of the fines and costs as shown on the Citation or on the following list. In the event of a conflict between the Citation and the following list, use the amount from the following list. Please contact the Rosenberg Municipal Court at 832-595-3450 with any questions. Court payments may be made online.
The list is divided into three sections below.
Rosenberg Municipal Court Fine/Bond List Effective January 1, 2020:
| Violation | Fines and Costs |
|---|---|
| Child Not Secured by Seat Belt | $259 |
| Child Under Age 8 Unless 4 Feet 9 Inches Tall | $259 |
| Defective Equipment (Lights, Brakes, Etc.) | $192 |
| Disregard Railroad Crossings | $225 |
| Disregard (Ran) Red Light or Stop Sign | $210 |
| Drivers License (No Drivers License or Expired Drivers License) | $212 |
| Drive While License Invalid | $212 |
| Drivers License Restrictions | $142 |
| Fail to Control Speed | $217 |
| Fail to Display Drivers License | $116 |
| Fail to Give Information / Render Aid | $334 |
| Fail to Maintain Single Marked Lane | $192 |
| Fail to Report Change of Address or Name | $113 |
| Fail to Stop for School Bus | $660 |
| Fail to Yield Right-of-Way | $192 |
| Fail to Yield Right-of-Way to Emergency Vehicle | $292 |
| Following Too Closely | $192 |
| Exceeding or Unsafe Speed | $192 |
| Expired License Plates (Registration) | $141 |
| Illegal Parking | $142 |
| Illegally Parked in Handicapped Space | $519 |
| Illegal Parking (Fire Zone) | $106 |
| Leaving Scene of Accident | $334 |
| No Headlights When Required | $192 |
| No Liability Insurance / Failure To Maintain Financial Responsibility (FMFR) | $344 |
| No Motorcycle Headgear | $138 |
| Operate Motor Vehicle Without Plates | $146 |
| Permit Unlicensed Person to Drive | $138 |
| Seat Belt Violations (Driver/Passenger) | $170 |
| Speeding (1 to 10 Miles Over Maximum Limit), Plus $5 per Mile in Excess of the First 10 Miles | $167 |
| Unsafe or Improper Backing | $192 |
| All Other Subtitle C, Rules of the Road Violations | $192 |
| All Subtitle C, Rules of the Road Violations in a School Crossing Zone | Add $25 |
| All Other Violations Not Listed, Post Bond | $212 |
| Violation | Fines and Costs |
|---|---|
| Assault Class C | $441 |
| Consumption of Alcoholic Beverages / Business District / Off Premised Licensed Site, Etc. | $391 |
| Disorderly Conduct Charges | $391 |
| Fail to Identify | $241 |
| Loud Music / Noise | $241 |
| Minor in Possession of Alcoholic Beverage | $191 |
| Minor of Possession of Tobacco | $181 |
| Open Container in Motor Vehicle | $241 |
| Possession of Narcotics Paraphernalia | $391 |
| Public Intoxication | $391 |
| Theft Class C | $441 |
| All other penal offenses not listed | $391 |
| Violation | Fines and Costs |
|---|---|
| Juvenile Curfew Violations | $241 |
| Punishable by a Fine Up to $500 | $341 |
| Punishable by a Fine Up to $2,000 | $841 |
Dismissal of Charge upon Compliance
If you were cited for "Expired Registration" (license plates) or "Expired Drivers License," you may be eligible to obtain a dismissal by presenting proof of registration renewal (and payment of state penalty) or drivers license renewal within 20 working days following the date of the citation, and the payment of a $20 fee by your appearance date.
Extensions, Installment Agreements & Time Payment Fee
If you cannot pay the fine and court costs immediately upon entry of judgment, you may have an extension of time of up to 30 days within which to pay. A single extension not exceeding 30 days can be obtained from the clerks at the window. Extensions of more than 30 days, subsequent extensions, or installment payment arrangements must be made with the Judge during regular court sessions. In any event, if you do not pay the fine and costs in full within the 30 days immediately following the entry of judgment, a statutory time payment fee of $15 for each charge extended will be added to the amount that you owe.
Collection Fees & Other Aids in Enforcement
In addition to the amount that you owe, for any balance due that is over 60 days past due, the Court may add a collection fee of 30% to the amount that you owe to offset the costs of collection. Additionally, the Court may report your failure to appear or to pay the balance due to the Texas Department of Public Safety. Until you pay the balance due in full, including any applicable fees, you will not be able to renew your driver's license.