Yorktown Justice Court
Yorktown Justice Court has two Town Justices, each elected to a four year term of office.
Court Office Hours: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday, except holidays. Tuesdays and Thursdays are our late nights, when court is in session.
Note: During inclement weather, if you are scheduled to appear in Court, contact the Court office, at 914-962-6216, to confirm Court is still in session.
Payments: Online: click the Pay Online nCourt payment button at right. At Office: cash or credit card. By Mail: money order or certified bank check. NO PERSONAL CHECKS. Credit cards accepted VISA, Mastercard, Discover and American Express or debit card with VISA or Mastercard logo.
Email: [email protected]
F.O.I.L.: Courts are not subject to inquiries under the Freedom of Information Law (FOIL). To obtain case information, please contact the Court office.
Marriages: Performed by both Judges. Call the Court office to schedule the ceremony. You will need two witnesses and the marriage license. To obtain a marriage license, see the Town Clerk's marriage information page: Getting Married in Yorktown.
Court Sessions
The Court handles matters related to traffic violations, small claims, summary proceedings, Town Code violations, and criminal matters.
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Traffic Cases |
Judge Raniolo Judge Cohen-Pierson |
Tuesdays - court notice will confirm |
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Summary Proceedings |
Judge Raniolo |
1st & 3rd Tuesdays, beginning at 2:00pm
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Small Claims |
Judge Cohen-Pierson |
2nd & 4th Thursdays, beginning at 3:00pm |
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Town Code Cases |
Both Judges |
2nd Tuesday, at 4:00 pm or |
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Criminal Cases
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Both Judges
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Tuesdays and Thursdays |
NOTE: Traffic tickets must be answered and submitted to the Court by the date of appearance indicated on the ticket. The appearance date on the ticket is not a Court date. If you enter a plea of "guilty," you will be sent a fine notice and given a date when payment is due. If you enter a plea of "not guilty," you will be sent an appearance notice indicating the time and date you are scheduled for Court. All pleas require your signature. Questions - contact the Court Office at 914-962-6216.
Lost your ticket! Send your plea in writing to the Court as soon as possible. If you fail to answer your ticket with a plea, your driver's license can be suspended. If you fail to pay a fine by the due date, a civil judgment may be filed against you.
Other Questions? Contact the Court office at 914-962-6216.
