The City of Houston Municipal Courts thanks the Morton Ranch High School students, @mrhsmariachi, for their outstanding performance celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month! @mrhsorch @mrhsmavericks @katyisdfinearts. #MCDCelebrates #HispanicHeritageMonth
Teen Court
The City of Houston Municipal Courts begins its Teen Court training!
In observance of Labor Day, all City of Houston Municipal Court locations and offices will be closed on Monday, September 5, 2022. We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, September 6, 2022. Learn more about our court operations at: www.houstontx.gov/courts #BeSafe #HappyLaborDay! 🇺🇸
In observance of Independence Day, all City of Houston Municipal Court locations will be closed on Monday, July 4, 2022. We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, July 5, 2022. Learn more about our court operations at: www.houstontx.gov/courts
#BeSafe #Happy4th! 🇺🇸
#DidYouKnow: When summoned for jury duty, all firearms, including handguns carried by a person with a valid license to carry, are prohibited at all Houston Municipal Courts locations. Visit us at https://bit.ly/39XjGiK to learn more. #MCDSafety #NoFirearms #TexasPenalCode30.06
In observance of Juneteenth, all City of Houston Municipal Courts locations will be closed on Monday, June 20, 2022. The courts will resume its normal business hours on Tuesday, June 21, 2022. #Juneteenth #FreedomDay
#FeatureFriday: MCD recognizes, Sandra Castro, Juvenile Case Manager with the Houston Municipal Courts. Sandra enjoys finding creative ways for truancy prevention, when working with students to achieve their goals and to become - better. Hear why Sandra makes us all #MCDProud!
#FeatureFriday: MCD recognizes, Richelle Atkinson, Juvenile Case Manager with the Houston Municipal Courts. Richelle enjoys working with students, families and Houston ISD with truancy prevention, mentorship and so much more! Hear her story and understand why we are #MCDProud
#DidYouKnow: The Municipal Courts has two Passport Acceptance locations, one in Central Houston at the Herbert W. Gee Municipal Courthouse and one in West Houston at the Westside Command Station. To schedule an appointment at either location, visit: http://www.houstontx.gov/courts/passports.html
Due to inclement weather, all City of Houston Municipal Court locations will be closed today, beginning at 5 p.m., and will resume normal business hours on Wednesday, September 15, 2021. For more information, Visit: https://bit.ly/3AayJkf or www.houstontx.gov/court
#FeatureFriday: MCD recognizes Sydney Bush, Juvenile Case Manager with the Houston Municipal Courts. Sydney takes her responsibilities seriously, especially when it comes to the students she works with through MCDs Juvenile case program. Sydney continues to keep us #MCDProud
#DidYouKnow: If you need to renew or obtain a U.S. Passport, (DS-11 applications only) begin with the Houston Municipal Courts by scheduling your appointment online. Don’t delay, as appointments are booking up fast! Visit https://bit.ly/3e28oww to schedule your appointment.
#DidYouKNow: MCD now accepts passport applications for U.S. citizens wanting to get a passport. Citizens may submit their applications for a U.S. passport in person with a completed DS-11 passport application. Visit http://bit.ly/3e28oww to learn more.
#FeatureFriday: MCD recognizes John Larsen, Customer Service Representative with the Houston Municipal Courts. Hear how John works with MCDs Interactive Voice Response system and special reports he developed, to better assist the team within his division. John keeps us #MCDProud
In observance of Labor Day on Monday, September 6, 2021, all City of Houston Municipal Court locations will be CLOSED. We will resume our normal business hours on Tuesday, September 7, 2021.
Enjoy your holiday and learn more about our court operations at www.houstontx.gov/courts
Jury Service Exemptions
#DidYouKnow: If you or a loved one have been summoned and you are unsure of your eligibility to serve, you can visit: https://bit.ly/3d3elZg to determine if either of you meet any of the disqualifications or exemptions from service.
#FeatureFriday: MCD recognizes Laura Garza & Jeanne Hedin, with Houston Municipal Courts. In the court room, they work with jurors, providing quality service and ensuring their needs are met to effectively fulfill their jury duties. They do this because #MCDCares #AboutMCDJurors.
#FeatureFriday: MCD recognizes, Nydia Trevino, Administrative Assistant, with the Houston Municipal Courts. Nydia takes pride in her many years of service, helping to coordinate judicial trainings and more for court judges. Hear Nydia’s story and understand why she is #MCDProud.
#DidYouKNow: While we urge all prospective jurors to appear on the date they are summoned, we do understand that conflicts arise. Visit https://bit.ly/31ZnzPS to learn more about resetting jury service.
#MCDSafetyAwareness: Texas law requires everyone in a vehicle to buckle up or face fines and court costs. Buckling up is not just the law – it can literally save your life! #Click_It_Or_Ticket. To learn more, visit: https://bit.ly/3hoikC0
#DidYouKNow: MCD and Jury Assembly Room staff will NEVER call or email to ask for Social Security Numbers, credit card, or other sensitive info. Don't give personal info to anyone who calls or emails claiming to be with the municipal courts. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3t4GJQa
#FeatureFriday: MCD recognizes Cara Eugene, Staff Analyst, within the Houston Municipal Courts. Hear how Cara extends herself to help improve court operations, and more. Cara does it because #MCDCares.
#DidYouKNow: Upon completing service for jury duty, jurors will receive a certificate of service. If employers request proof of service, you may request this certificate from the Jury Administrator. Visit https://bit.ly/39XjGiK to learn more. #MCDJuryDuty #JurorCertificates
#FeatureFriday: MCD recognizes Aundrea Scales, Administration Manager for Public Services with the Houston Municipal Courts. Aundrea proudly shares her story on how she provides system trainings, equipping staff to better serve the public. Aundrea does this because #MCDCares.
#DidYouKNow: When summoned for jury duty, all firearms, including handguns carried by a person with a valid license to carry, are prohibited at all Houston Municipal Courts locations. Visit us at https://bit.ly/39XjGiK to learn more. #MCDSafety #NoFirearms #TexasPenalCode30.06
#DidYouKNow: Jurors ride for FREE on METRO, and if you're driving, free parking is provided to all jurors who serve at the city of Houston Municipal Courts. Visit: https://bit.ly/39XjGiK to know what to do on METRO and where there's free parking for Jurors. #MCDJuryDuty