Municipal Court of Alpharetta
Alpharetta Municipal Court is a city-level court that hears traffic cases arising within the city limits, as well as municipal ordinance violations and certain misdemeanor offenses. As with most municipal courts, its primary function is resolving disputes, issuing traffic citations, issuing arrest warrants when law enforcement requests, and conducting bench trials in cases within its jurisdiction.
Alpharetta Municipal Court Location and Contact
The Alpharetta Municipal Court is located at the following address:
13690 Highway 9
Bldg. B
Milton
GA 30004.
The court is located in the Milton Public Safety Complex behind fire station 44 on Highway 9.
The court is open Monday – Thursday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM and Fridays from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
You can contact the court via phone at 678-297-6250 or via email at [email protected]. An attorney can assist you in contacting the court on your behalf.
How Does the Alpharetta Municipal Court Process Work?
The Alpharetta Municipal Court hears the following cases:
Aggressive driving
City ordinance violations
Disorderly conduct
Driving without insurance
DUI
Offenses by a minor
Possession of marijuana
Reckless driving
Speeding
Suspended license or registration
Court sessions are held Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at 9:00 AM and 1:00 PM. Arraignments are heard on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, while pleas, motions, and trials are heard on Thursdays. Defendants and court lawyers should arrive no later than 15 minutes before the start of the court session.
No children or visitors are allowed in the courtroom. No cell phone usage or talking is allowed.
Alpharetta Municipal Court does not conduct jury trials. Your case will need to be transferred to Fulton State Court in downtown Atlanta at the Justice Center Tower, 185 Central Avenue, Atlanta, Georgia 30303, if it is considered a matter that warrants a jury trial, and that is your demand.
How to Pay Your Fines
Many offenses will require an appearance in court, but if there is an option to pay your fine in advance of court, you can call the clerk’s office at 678-297-6250 to confirm the fine payment.
You must be aware, though, that by paying your fine, you are likely entering a guilty plea on the charge and could face points on your license. It is important to speak to a qualified Alpharetta Court attorney to know all your options.
Misdemeanor offenses can result in up to one year of jail time and expensive fines. Consider consulting a misdemeanor lawyer in Atlanta if you’re charged with a misdemeanor offense.
The Benefits of Working With an Alpharetta Criminal Defense Lawyer
Court proceedings can be intimidating, whether you are trying to resolve disputes or standing as a witness. A skilled attorney will help you understand the charges against you, explain the Alpharetta Municipal Court process, protect your rights, discuss your defense options, and represent you at your court date from the moment you are arraigned on a criminal charge to when the case is finalized.
A criminal defense lawyer can create a defense strategy that can either reduce the punishment or eliminate a guilty verdict. At Chehimi Law, we aim to serve you by providing you with the best legal representation possible.
If your case is scheduled for arraignment in the Alpharetta Municipal Court, contact an experienced Atlanta criminal lawyer for a free consultation.