Court in the Community: Clear your record and build your future

Published on March 17, 2024

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The City of Fort Worth is taking proactive steps to support its residents by hosting a Court in the Community Warrant Forgiveness Event on Saturday, March 23, 2024, from 9 a.m. to noon at Saintsville Cathedral located at 2200 Oakhill Road. This event is first come first served with a maximum of 120 attendees. All attendees need to be checked in by 9:00 a.m.

This event offers a safe and welcoming environment for individuals with outstanding citations.

  • Attendees can appear without fear of arrest to address their unresolved legal matters.
  • The event caters to anyone with Class C criminal cases, including traffic, ordinance, and penal code violations, filed with the Fort Worth Municipal Court.

Upon appearance, attendees may qualify for alternatives such as community service or a reduction in fines based on their financial situation. This initiative provides a valuable opportunity for individuals to resolve their legal obligations and move forward without the burden of outstanding warrants.

Aside from legal assistance, the event will feature various walk-up services to support community members in need. Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas will offer general civil intake services covering a broad spectrum of legal matters, including family law, wills and estates, landlord/tenant cases, public benefits, federal tax, bankruptcy, and real property matters.

Additionally, Goodwill North Central Texas will provide employment opportunities, job placement services, one-on-one career counseling, and job readiness skills training at no cost. For those seeking support with rent, utilities, or job skills training, the City of Fort Worth EnVision Center and Community Action Partner will be on hand to assist.

To accommodate attendees, services will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis. Individuals interested in learning more about the event or the services offered can visit FortWorthTexas.gov/municipalcourt or contact the Fort Worth Municipal Court at 817-393-6700 during business hours.

 

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