Garrett, TX · Ellis County
Defendant’s Appearance Waiver of Trial by Jury, Motion for Time Served, and Plea of No Contest
Garrett Municipal Court defendants use this form to request credit for time served and enter a no-contest plea on a citation.
What this form is
This form lets a defendant ask Garrett Municipal Court for credit for time served while waiving a jury or court trial and entering a plea of no contest. Complete the form above the “Judgement” section and send proof showing the arrest or booking date, time served, and facility. Submit a separate request for each citation; the judge reviews the documents and the court notifies you of an update.
Who needs it
A defendant seeking credit for time served on a Garrett Municipal Court citation uses this form and provides documentation of the time served.
How to submit it
Send the request and proof by email to [email protected], fax to 972-875-0226, or mail to P.O. Box 1148, Ennis, TX 75120.
About notarization
This document is signed and dated by the defendant without a notary; the form does not mention a notarized or sworn attachment.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Form
Download the time served request PDF.
- 2
Complete The Form
Fill out the form above the words “Judgement,” including the defendant’s signature and date.
- 3
Gather Proof
Attach documentation showing the arrest or booking date, time served, and facility.
- 4
Submit To The Court
Send the request and proof by email, fax, or mail using the contact details in the directions.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the time served request?
- No. The defendant signs and dates the form without a notary, and the document does not mention a notarized or sworn attachment.
- How do I submit the time served request?
- Email it to [email protected], fax it to 972-875-0226, or mail it to P.O. Box 1148, Ennis, TX 75120. Include proof of time served.
- What proof of time served should I send?
- Send documentation that includes the arrest or booking date, the time served, and the facility where it was served.
- Do I need a separate request for each citation?
- Yes. The directions say to submit a time served request for each citation if you have more than one.
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