Qualifications and Exemptions
Qualifications
Jurors must:
- Be at least 18 years of age;
- Be a citizen of the United States;
- Be a resident of this state, the county, and of the city in which one is to serve as a juror;
- Be qualified under the Constitution and laws to vote in the county in which the individual is to serve as juror;
- Be of sound mind and good moral character;
- Be able to read, write and communicate in English;
- Not have served as a petit juror for six (6) days during the preceding three months in a county court or during the preceding six months in a district court.
- Not have not been convicted of a misdemeanor theft or felony;
- Not under indictment of other legal accusation for misdemeanor theft or a felony.
Exemptions
You may request an exemption in person, by mail, or by email at MCJury@cctexas.com by completing the jury summons questionnaire and submitting it prior to the date scheduled to serve.
If you wish to receive a response by email including cancellation notices, email your jury summons questionnaire to the Court at MCJury@cctexas.com and note “Jury Service” on the subject line.
About Us
Our mission is to provide the citizens of Corpus Christi, Texas with a fair and impartial court of law by interpreting and adjudicating applicable state laws and city ordinances. Municipal Court strives to provide efficient and effective services through the promotion of justice.
Please note that a payment will result in a judgment and conviction which will be reported to the Texas Department of Public safety and be placed on your driving record or criminal history, if applicable.
Contact Information
Phone: (361) 826-2500
Payment by Phone:
1 (866) 299-7084
General Questions:
MCMail@cctexas.com
To request a Payment Plan:
MCPaymentPlan@cctexas.com
Attorney Communication:
MCDefenseAttorney@cctexas.com
Court Location
Municipal Court is open to the public from 8 a.m.- 4 p.m. Monday through Friday with extended hours on Thursdays from 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. The Municipal Court encourages the public to resolve their case online, by email, mail, or by phone.
Municipal Court
120 N. Chaparral Street
Corpus Christi, TX 78401