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Municipal Court

Introduction

The Municipal Court Department is the judicial branch of Grand Prairie’s local government and is responsible for the fair and impartial
adjudication of Class C misdemeanor cases. These cases include traffic violations, code enforcement, and other City ordinance
matters. The Court strives to ensure that all proceedings are conducted efficiently, respectfully, and in accordance with Texas state
law. Full-time and part-time judges preside over trials and hearings, review warrants, magistrate individuals in custody, and are
available 24/7 for search and arrest warrant reviews. The Court also provides defendants with information on their rights,
responsibilities, and options for resolving cases. Staff offer courteous and professional service to help individuals navigate the judicial
process and maintain compliance. The Municipal Court promotes public confidence in the justice system through its commitment to
neutrality, transparency, and procedural fairness. By upholding the law and protecting individual rights, the Court plays a crucial role
in community safety and civic trust.

Revenues Expenses
$8M $3M
Charges For Servi… Personnel
Fines And Forfeitu… Non-Operating Ex…
$2.5M
$6M License Fees & P… Operating Expens…
Misc Revenue $2M Capital Outlay
Debt Service
$4M
$1.5M
$1M
$2M
$500K
$0
$0
-$2M -$500K
2023-24 2024-25 2024-25 2025-26 2023-24 2024-25 2024-25 2025-26
Actuals - Modified Projections - Adopted Actuals - Modified Projections - Adopted
FY2024 Budget - FY2025 Budget - FY2024 Budget - FY2025 Budget -
FY2025 FY2026 FY2025 FY2026
Data Updated: Oct 17, 2025, 5:54 AM Data Updated: Oct 17, 2025, 5:54 AM

Department Summary - General Fund

2023-24 2024-25 2024-25 2024-2025 2025-26
MODIFIED
ADOPTED
ACTUALS ACTUALS YTD PROJECTIONS
BUDGET BUDGET
FY2024 FY2025 FY2025 FY2025 FY2026 Modified vs. Modified vs.
Adopted % Adopted $
Operating Revenues
Charges For Services $634 – $605 $0 $0 – $0
Fines And Forfeitures $5,479,396 $5,427,200 $6,294,317 $6,739,000 $5,801,500 6.9% $374,300
License Fees & Permits $213,190 $241,500 $200,367 $240,500 $215,000 (11.0%) ($26,500)
Misc Revenue ($11) – $1,479 $0 $0 – $0
OPERATING $5,693,209 $5,668,700 $6,496,768 $6,979,500 $6,016,500 6.1% $347,800
REVENUES TOTAL
Total Revenues $5,693,209 $5,668,700 $6,496,768 $6,979,500 $6,016,500 – –
Operating Expenses
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