JUSTICE COURT
COURT IS HELD ON THE 1ST AND 3RD TUESDAY OF THE MONTH AS FOLLOWS:
Court begins at 5:00pm. Please check local new stations for updates on closings due to weather or emergency.
Traffic Infractions:
Vehicle and Traffic Court is held on the 1st Tuesday of each month. (Infractions ONLY)
- You have the right to an attorney to represent you at every stage of the process
- You have the right to a trial
- The Madison County District Attorney’s Office handles the prosecution of traffic
cases. To review the District Attorney's policies and procedures for handling
vehicle and traffic charges, please review its website located at:
https://www.madisoncounty.ny.gov
MISDEMEANOR TRAFFIC AND PENAL LAW:
Criminal Court is held every 3rd Tuesday of each month. Sign in at 5:00 P.M.
- If you have been issued a MISDEMEANOR traffic ticket, your appearance is required
- for arraignment
- In-court appearances ARE required for criminal matters. If you've already been assigned an attorney or retained one, please keep in contact with your attorney regarding future appearances.
- All adjournment requests must be made in writing and mailed, faxed to (315) 655-4389,
- or emailed to:
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. at least 48 hours prior to your scheduled Court session.
COURT PLOICIES:
- The Court staff is not permitted to give legal advice.
- Town of Nelson staff can not assist you with Court matters.
- To schedule an Eviction, please contact court for available date(s) and time(s).