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LEGISLATIVE & JUDICIAL SERVICES
110 GENERAL FUND
0102 JUDICIAL

MISSION STATEMENT

We will hold to the Code of Ideals, The Hurst Way Philosophy, adhere to
the Code of Judicial Conduct, and incorporate a standard of excellence

as we maintain a work environment that is both productive as well
as enjoyable to ensure reaching our highest potential of service in
providing just, fair and impartial disposition of all cases filed in the

Hurst Municipal Court.

DIVISION DESCRIPTION

The Judicial Division of the Legislative and Judicial Services Department includes the
administration and operations of the Hurst Municipal Court of Record. The Court
has jurisdiction over traffic offenses, commercial vehicle violations and other Class C
misdemeanors committed within the city limits as well as violations of city ordinances.
The municipal court Judge is appointed by the City Council for a two-year term that
coincides with the term of the Mayor. The City Attorney, or his designee, is appointed by
the City Council as the prosecutor for the State of Texas. A full time Court Administrator,
a Judicial Services Manager, a full time Senior Deputy Court Clerk, and two (2) full-time
and two (2) part-time Deputy Court Clerks are responsible for the maintenance of the
information system and documentation for all cases filed in the municipal court. Four
part-time employees serve as Marshal and Bailiff for weekly court sessions, scheduled
jury trials, and enforcement of judicial orders.

PRIOR YEAR RESULTS & ACCOMPLISHMENTS

• Updated policies and procedures manual
• Increased online filing for increased customer service initiatives
• Implemented Legislative changes in an efficient and effective manner
• Implemented security committee and plan
• Implemented MDC for the Marshal vehicles
• Continue to utilize existing resources to locate defendants

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