Your Harris County Deadline to Request Defensive Driving — Before You’re Locked In
Quick answer: In Harris County you generally must request defensive driving on or before the appearance date on your citation. That’s when you tell the court you’re taking the course — and deciding early keeps the option open. Here’s the thing most Houston drivers don’t realize until it’s tight: the deadline that decides whether you…
What a Harris County Ticket Does to Your Driving Record — and How Long It Lingers
Quick answer: A Harris County ticket no longer adds state “points” or surcharges — Texas ended that in 2019. Its real effect is a conviction on your Texas driving record if you pay it, which insurers see for about three years. A defensive driving course dismisses the ticket and keeps it off your record. After…