Prairie County District Court cases in Prairie County, Terry, MT
Prairie County Justice Court in Terry, Montana, is a justice court (court of limited jurisdiction) serving Prairie County. It handles misdemeanor criminal offenses (including DUI), traffic violations, and fish and game cases. The court conducts initial appearances, sets bail, and holds preliminary hearings in felony matters before transfer to District Court. Its civil jurisdiction covers limited civil disputes within statutory monetary limits, small claims, and landlord-tenant/eviction actions. As authorized by law, it may issue temporary orders of protection. The court does not hear felonies to conclusion or family law cases such as divorce or child custody, which are handled in District Court.
Prairie County District Court Contact and Location Information
| Court Type: | District Court |
| County: | Prairie |
| Street Address: | 217 W. Park St. PO Box 125 |
| City: | Terry |
| Zip Code: | 59349 |
| Phone: | 406-635-5575 |
| Fax: | 406-635-5576 |
| Hours: | Monday - Friday : 8:00 am - 5:00 pm |
| Website URL: | http://prairiecounty.org/clerk_of_court |
| Languages: | English |
| ADA: | Developmental Disabilities Regional Office - Miles City |
| ADA Phone: | 406-232-2595 |
| ADA Fax / Email: | 406-232-0855 |
Services and Case Types Handled in Prairie County District Court
- Criminal and traffic: misdemeanor cases (e.g., DUI, domestic violence, fish and game violations); felony initial appearances and preliminary hearings.
- Civil filings: small claims, landlord-tenant (evictions), and contract/debt disputes.
- Protective orders: filing and issuance of temporary/permanent orders of protection, including stalking-related orders.
- Citations and fines: payments, payment plans, bonds, and warrant processing.
- Jury services: juror qualification, summons, deferrals, and management of jury trials.
- Court hearings: arraignments, status conferences, motion hearings, bench and jury trials; calendars and continuances.
- Records and services: case lookup, certified copies, subpoenas; interpreter and ADA accommodation requests.
- Public assistance: forms, filing guidance, and referrals to legal resources.