Town Court Overview

The Town Court is a part of the Unified Court System of New York State and has both criminal and civil adjudication powers in cases of original jurisdiction. Jury and non-jury trials are held in the Town Courtroom. Town Justices are elected to four-year terms. In criminal proceedings, the Judges arraign defendants, set bail, issue orders of protection, hold felony and other preliminary hearings, and sentence defendants. Town Justices also serve as acting Family Court Judges when Family Court is not in session. The Court Clerk is responsible for maintaining all court-related records.

The Town Court has jurisdiction over the following matters:

• Criminal offenses committed within the unincorporated area of the Town
  (includes a portion of I-95)

• Original civil actions limited to $3,000
• Small claims limited to $3,000

• Traffic and parking offenses committed within the unincorporated area
  of the Town (includes a portion of I-95)

• Landlord/tenant proceedings
• Violations of Town Ordinances/State & County Codes

Please note:

• All misdemeanor charges require a Court appearance.

• In all court cases defendants are responsible for notifying the
  Court of any address changes.