Brandon Mississippi Municipal Court

Brandon Mississippi Municipal Court cases in Rankin County, Brandon, MS

Brandon Municipal Court is a municipal court serving the City of Brandon, Mississippi. It is a limited-jurisdiction court that handles misdemeanor criminal offenses, traffic violations (including DUI first/second offenses), and violations of city ordinances occurring within the city limits. The court processes citations, conducts arraignments, accepts pleas, imposes fines and sentences for misdemeanors, and oversees probation compliance related to its cases. It also performs key preliminary functions in felony matters-such as initial appearances, bond settings, and preliminary hearings-before eligible cases are bound over to Rankin County Circuit Court. Additionally, the court issues arrest and search warrants within its jurisdiction. It does not adjudicate general civil, family, or felony trials.

Brandon Mississippi Municipal Court Contact and Location Information

Services and Case Types Handled in Brandon Mississippi Municipal Court

Brandon Municipal Court serves the public by handling local criminal and civil infraction matters within city limits. Core services include:
- Case filings for traffic citations, misdemeanor offenses, and city ordinance/code violations; accepts complaints/affidavits and issues summons or warrants.
- Court hearings: arraignments, pleas, trials, probation/compliance reviews, and preliminary hearings in felony matters originating in the city.
- Fine/payment processing, payment plans, and community service administration.
- Protective and no-contact orders in eligible cases, and enforcement of bond conditions.
- Jury services for misdemeanor jury trials when authorized, including juror summons, check-in, and attendance management.
- Records and scheduling services: calendars, certificates, case information, continuances, and resets.
- Coordination of diversion, non-adjudication, or driver safety options when permitted by law.