Deferred Adjudication (Deferred Disposition) is a method to have your
citation dismissed upon the successful completion of a probationary
period – with the minimum 30 days and a maximum of 180 days probationary period. Even though
you plead “guilty” or “no contest,” the court does not “find you
guilty.” Instead, the court defers further proceedings and places you on
probation for a period of time with conditions of probation.
Generally the primary requirement of a deferred adjudication is that you
do not get another citation in the state of Texas while on probation;
however, the court may impose additional requirements including but not
limited to community service, tobacco, or alcohol classes.
Deferred
Adjudication must be granted by the judge.
To Be Eligible for Deferred Adjudication
- You must make the request either in writing or by
appearing in person at Big Sandy Municipal Court on or before the court date and
time listed on your citation.
- You must pay the fine amount in full within your deferment period. The fine amount and fee will not be accepted
prior to deferred adjudication being granted by the judge. There are no
extensions or payment plans for deferred disposition.
You Are Not Eligible for Deferred Adjudication if:
- If you have a commercial driver’s license
- You are accused of
- speeding
25 miles per hour or more than the posted speed limit or
- speeding in a construction zone or
- passing a school bus while
loading or unloading children
Additional Requirements if You Are Under 25 Years of Age
- You must complete a Driving Safety Course (Defensive Driving)