Yorktown Justice Court

Yorktown Justice Court has two Town Justices that handle matters related to traffic violations, small claims, summary proceedings, Town Code violations, and criminal matters. Each are elected to a four year term of office. 

Court Office Hours

Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, except on Tuesdays and Thursdays which are late nights, when court is in session.

Note: During inclement weather, if you are scheduled to appear in Court, contact the Court office, at 914-962-6216, to confirm Court is still in session.

Payments

Online: Click here or the nCourt payments button at right to pay online. At Office: cash or credit card. By Mail: money order or certified bank check. NO PERSONAL CHECKS. Credit cards accepted VISA, Mastercard, Discover and American Express or debit card with VISA or Mastercard logo.

Email

[email protected]

F.O.I.L. Requests

Courts are not subject to inquiries under the Freedom of Information Law (FOIL). To obtain case information, please contact the Court office.

Marriages

Performed by both Judges. Call the Court office to schedule the ceremony. You will need two witnesses and the marriage license. To obtain a marriage license, see the Town Clerk's marriage information page: Getting Married in Yorktown.

Traffic Tickets

Traffic tickets must be answered and submitted to the Court by the date of appearance indicated on the ticket. The appearance date on the ticket is not a Court date. If you enter a plea of "guilty," you will be sent a fine notice and given a date when payment is due.  If you enter a plea of "not guilty," you will be sent an appearance notice indicating the time and date you are scheduled for Court. All pleas require your signature. Questions - contact the Court Office at 914-962-6216.

Lost your ticket!  Send your plea in writing to the Court as soon as possible. If you fail to answer your ticket with a plea, your driver's license can be suspended. If you fail to pay a fine by the due date, a civil judgment may be filed against you. Other Questions? Contact the Court office at 914-962-6216.

Court Sessions

The Court handles matters related to traffic violations, small claims, summary proceedings, Town Code violations, and criminal matters.