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CITY OF HURST

GENERAL FUND PUBLIC SERVICES 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, efficient, and effective, as well as enjoyable to provide
exceptional customer service in a just, fair and impartial way to bring disposition of all
cases 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 court coordinator, an office coordinator, two full time deputy court clerks
and a part time juvenile case manager, which are responsible for the maintenance of the
information system and documentation for all cases filed in the municipal court. Additionally, four
part-time marshals 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.
 Updated and added new forms.
 Implemented new court dockets and processes.
 Implemented new undue hardship program.
 Implemented security committee and plan.
 Increased online e-filing for increased customer service initiatives.

FUTURE INITIATIVES

 Update policies and procedures manual (public service and customer service).
 Increase online filings for increased customer service initiatives (innovation and
customer service).
 Implement next phase of security committee (public safety).

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