McComb Mississippi Municipal Court

McComb Mississippi Municipal Court cases in Pike County, Mccomb, MS

McComb Municipal Court is a municipal court serving the City of McComb, Mississippi. It is a court of limited jurisdiction that handles offenses arising within the city limits, including misdemeanor criminal cases, traffic violations (such as DUI), and municipal ordinance and code violations. The court also conducts initial appearances, sets bail, issues arrest and search warrants, and holds preliminary hearings in felony matters before those cases are transferred to the appropriate county-level courts. It does not adjudicate civil lawsuits or family-law matters, which are heard in justice, circuit, or chancery courts.

McComb Mississippi Municipal Court Contact and Location Information

Services and Case Types Handled in McComb Mississippi Municipal Court

McComb Municipal Court serves the city as a limited-jurisdiction court. It handles:
- Case types: traffic citations, misdemeanors (e.g., DUI first offense, simple assault, shoplifting), and city-ordinance violations; initial appearances and preliminary hearings on felony charges.
- Case filings: accepts criminal affidavits/complaints, motions, and requests; processes citations; issues/recalls warrants and subpoenas; maintains records and certified copies.
- Protective orders: may issue emergency/no-contact orders as authorized and enforce bond/protection conditions; refers parties to the proper court for long-term orders.
- Jury services: jury trials are not conducted in municipal court; jury matters proceed in county/circuit court on appeal.
- Court hearings and public services: arraignments, pretrial conferences, bench trials, probation/compliance reviews, payment of fines/fees, payment plans, community service options, and record inquiries.