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Finance –

Municipal Court

Mission Statement

The mission of the Watauga Municipal Court is to provide fair
and impartial justice to all persons having business before the Court.

Department Overview

The City of Watauga Municipal Court manages the filing and disposition of all Class C Misdemeanor cases filed
by Police Officers, Code Officers, Animal Control Officers, and the Fire Marshal.
The goal of the Watauga Municipal Court is to serve all those who encounter the Court staff in a courteous
manner while helping them efficiently and effectively manage their cases. The goals are accomplished by
accurately processing and timely filing complaints, efficiently docketing cases, timely and courteous responding
to requests for information from both internal and external customers, and responsibility collecting and
accounting for all fines and court costs.

Highlights/Achievements for FY2024
• All court staff received confidentiality training as required by the Texas Supreme Court and have signed
the required confidentiality agreement.
• The Watauga Municipal court received Honorable Mention Award from the Municipal Traffic Safety
Initiative in conjunction with TXDOT for efforts to promote traffic safety.
• In April 2024 court staff in conjunction with AAA provided a free workshop aimed at educating the
community about the dangers of distracted driving.

Goals/Objectives for FY2025
• Transition all open electronic cases from Laserfiche to Tyler Content Management
• Transition all court documents to allow for electronic signing by defendants at the window and in the
courtroom.
• Continue to look for new and innovative ways to reach citizens and educate them on the importance of
traffic safety.
• Implement a juvenile diversion plan as required by January 1, 2025.
• Focus on employee development by providing continuing education to maintain and upgrade clerk
certification by providing training offered through the Texas Municipal Court Education Center and the
Texas Court Clerks Association.

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