The Sixth Judicial District - Piute County - District Court cases in Piute County, Junction, UT
Piute County Justice Court in Junction, Utah is a county Justice Court (limited-jurisdiction trial court). It serves as the local forum for lower-level matters, handling criminal misdemeanors (primarily Class B and Class C) and infractions; traffic and parking offenses; and violations of county or municipal ordinances occurring within Piute County. It also hears small claims civil cases within the statutory limit, including common debt, contract, and property damage disputes appropriate for small claims procedure. The court does not handle felonies or family law matters (such as divorce, custody, or adoption), which are heard in the Utah District Court. Appeals from Justice Court decisions go to the District Court for a trial de novo.
The Sixth Judicial District - Piute County - District Court Contact and Location Information
| Court Type: | District Court |
| County: | Piute |
| Street Address: | 550 North Main |
| City: | Junction |
| Zip Code: | 84740 |
| Phone: | 435- 577-2840 |
| Fax: | 435- 577-2802 |
| Hours: | Monday-Friday : 8AM–5PM |
| Website URL: | https://www.utcourts.gov/courts/dist/distsites/6th/piute.htm |
| Languages: | English |
| Email: | kgleave@piute.utah.gov |
Services and Case Types Handled in The Sixth Judicial District - Piute County - District Court
Piute County Justice Court serves the public by handling:
- Case types: Class B and C misdemeanors, infractions, and traffic offenses occurring in Piute County; small claims cases up to the statutory limit; criminal violations of protective/stalking orders.
- Case filings and processing: Citations/pleas, small claims affidavits and answers, motions, and expungement petitions for cases adjudicated in this court.
- Court hearings: Arraignments, pretrial conferences, bench or jury trials (where permitted), sentencings, and compliance reviews; remote appearances when authorized.
- Jury services: Juror qualification, summons, orientation, panel management, and attendance documentation for misdemeanor jury trials.
- Public services: Payment of fines/fees and payment plans, warrant/FTA resolution, calendars and case information, records and certified copies, interpreters, and ADA accommodations.
Note: Protective orders are generally filed in District Court; this Justice Court hears criminal cases involving alleged violations of such orders.