Apache Junction Municipal Court cases in Pinal County, Apache Junction, AZ
Apache Junction Municipal Court is a limited-jurisdiction municipal court serving the City of Apache Junction, Arizona. It handles misdemeanor criminal cases, violations of city ordinances, and traffic matters, including civil and criminal traffic and parking violations, that occur within city limits. The court also issues and hears Orders of Protection and Injunctions Against Harassment, conducts initial appearances and preliminary hearings in felony cases before transfer to superior court, and issues warrants. It does not hear family law, probate, juvenile dependency, felony trials, or general civil lawsuits; those matters are handled by the appropriate justice courts or the county superior court.
Apache Junction Municipal Court Contact and Location Information
| Court Type: | Municipal Court |
| County: | Pinal |
| Street Address: | 300 E Superstition Boulevard |
| City: | Apache Junction |
| Zip Code: | 85119 |
| Phone: | 480-982-8250 |
| Fax: | 480-982-4496 |
| Hours: | Monday - Thursday: 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. |
| Website URL: | https://www.ajcity.net/95/Municipal-Court |
| Parking: | There’s ample free parking on the North and Northwest side of the Roy Hudson Complex |
| Directions: | The Apache Junction Municipal Court is on Superstition Boulevard (also known as University Drive) between Idaho Road and State Route 88 on the north side of the street. The court is in building G, the first building on the left from the main entrance. |
| Restrictions: | Everyone who visits the court must pass through a metal detector and must place all personal belongings on an X-ray machine to be viewed. In addition, your personal belongings may be subject to a search. The following is a list of items that are not allowed in to the courthouse under any circumstances:Food and drink, including water. Drinking fountains are located in the courthouse lobby for your convenience.Weapons. This includes, but is not limited to, guns (with or without a concealed weapons permit), knives (including Swiss Army and Leatherman tools), chains, mace and batons. The Court's definition of weapons also includes items that could be used as weapons. These include, but are not limited to, various tools, kitchen utensils and nail files.Large bags. Please limit the size of bag you bring to the court. Oversized or heavy bags may not be allowed in the courtroom. |
| Languages: | Online documents can be found in other languages. Please provide a 3-workday notice if you do not speak English |
| Email: | 1149@courts.az.gov |
| Facebook: | https://www.facebook.com/pages/Apache-Junction-Municipal-Court/399588136763997 |
| ADA Phone: | 480-982-1055 |
| ADA Fax / Email: | adacoordinator@apachejunctionaz.gov |
| Special Access: | Please provide a 3-workday notice if you have a disability that requires a unique accommodations |
| About / Additional Info: | The Apache Junction Municipal Court handles misdemeanor criminal cases, civil traffic violations and city code offenses that occur within the city limits of Apache Junction.Any court in Arizona can hear petitions for Order of Protections or Injunctions Prohibiting Harassment. These are the only type of civil matters (person versus person) heard in the Apache Junction Municipal Court.Apache Junction Municipal Court operates under the authority of the Arizona Supreme Court. |
Services and Case Types Handled in Apache Junction Municipal Court
Apache Junction Municipal Court is a limited-jurisdiction court serving cases arising within the city. It handles:
- Criminal misdemeanors (e.g., DUI, disorderly conduct, shoplifting) and city code violations.
- Civil and criminal traffic violations, including parking.
- Protective orders: Orders of Protection and Injunctions Against Harassment, including filings, ex parte review, and contested hearings.
Primary public services:
- Case filings and records: intake of complaints/citations and motions; copies and public-record requests; case lookup.
- Court hearings: arraignments, pretrial conferences, change-of-plea, bench and jury trials, sentencing, warrant and compliance/review hearings.
- Jury services: juror summons, qualification, deferral/excusal, orientation, and juror compensation.
- Financial services: fine/fee assessment, payment plans, online payments, and diversion/defensive-driving eligibility where permitted.
The court provides calendars, instructions, and customer service in person, by phone, and online.