Ridgeland Mississippi Municipal Court

Ridgeland Mississippi Municipal Court cases in Madison County, Ridgeland, MS

Ridgeland Municipal Court is a municipal court of limited jurisdiction serving the City of Ridgeland, Mississippi. It handles misdemeanor criminal offenses occurring within the city, including DUI first offense, simple assault, shoplifting, and domestic violence misdemeanors; prosecutes violations of municipal ordinances; and adjudicates traffic and parking citations. The court conducts initial appearances, sets bail, issues arrest and search warrants, and holds preliminary hearings in felony cases before transfer to county or circuit court. It does not hear civil or family law cases.

Ridgeland Mississippi Municipal Court Contact and Location Information

Services and Case Types Handled in Ridgeland Mississippi Municipal Court

Ridgeland Municipal Court serves the public by adjudicating:
- Traffic violations and city ordinance violations
- Misdemeanor criminal cases (e.g., DUI, shoplifting, simple assault)
- Initial felony matters within city limits (first appearances, bonds, and preliminary hearings)

Core services:
- Case intake and filings; docketing; records and certified copies
- Arraignments, plea hearings, trials (bench and, where authorized, jury), sentencing, and compliance/probation reviews
- Warrant and subpoena issuance; bond/bail processing
- Protective/no‑contact orders when permitted by law
- Scheduling and conducting court hearings; interpreter and ADA accommodations
- Payments, fines, and fee processing; diversion or community service coordination (if available)
- Jury services where applicable (summons, orientation, voir dire, scheduling)

The court provides calendars and case information, facilitates access to justice, and directs parties to resources for rights, obligations, and hearing logistics.