Flagstaff Traffic Ticket Records

Flagstaff Municipal Court handles traffic tickets issued by Flagstaff Police Department. Flagstaff is the largest city in northern Arizona and a popular destination for travelers on Interstate 40 and Interstate 17. If you got a citation from Flagstaff Police, your case goes to Flagstaff Municipal Court. State trooper and county deputy tickets go to Coconino County Justice Courts. This guide shows you how to search for your Flagstaff traffic ticket, understand fees, and pay fines.

Flagstaff Municipal Court

The Flagstaff Municipal Court is at 101 W. Cherry Ave., Flagstaff, AZ 86001. Phone is 928-213-3000. Court hours are 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM.

Flagstaff sees many traffic tickets from tourists and travelers passing through on the interstates. If you got a ticket while visiting Flagstaff, you can pay online without returning to the city. Contact the court if you need to request a hearing but cannot travel back.

Flagstaff Traffic Ticket Fees

Flagstaff Municipal Court charges specific fees. The time payment fee is $30. This is higher than many other Arizona courts. The default fee is $50 if you fail to appear or pay by your court date. Dishonored payment fees are $35.

The higher time payment fee means setting up a plan in Flagstaff costs more than some other cities. If you can pay in full, you save that $30 fee.

Paying Flagstaff Traffic Tickets

Flagstaff Municipal Court accepts online payments through AZCourtPay. You can pay with credit or debit cards. A convenience fee applies. You need your citation or case number to find your balance.

In-person payments are accepted at the court during business hours. You can pay with cash, check, or credit card. Mail payments by check or money order to the court address with your citation number.

Paying your ticket means you admit responsibility. Points go on your driving record. Contact the court before paying if you want to fight the ticket or attend defensive driving school.

Coconino County Justice Courts

Flagstaff is in Coconino County. Tickets from state troopers or county deputies go to Coconino County Justice Courts. The Flagstaff Justice Court handles county tickets in the Flagstaff area. Check your citation to see which court has your case.

Interstate Traffic Tickets Near Flagstaff

Interstate 40 and Interstate 17 meet near Flagstaff. These highways see heavy traffic enforcement. Tickets from state troopers on these interstates typically go to Flagstaff Justice Court, not the Municipal Court.

If you got a ticket on I-40 or I-17 from a state trooper, check your citation for the court name. Municipal Court handles city police tickets. Justice Court handles state trooper and county deputy tickets.

The Flagstaff area sees a lot of tourist traffic, especially in summer and during ski season. Enforcement increases during peak travel times. Snow and ice make winter driving challenging on the interstates through this high-elevation area. Citations for driving too fast for conditions are common in winter months. If you were cited during bad weather, the citation will still go to the court listed on your ticket.

Defensive Driving School Option

Arizona law lets most drivers take a defensive driving class to dismiss traffic tickets. You must request this option at least seven days before your court date. Contact Flagstaff Municipal Court to get approval. The court will tell you the deadline for completing the course and submitting your certificate.

You cannot use traffic school if you have completed it for another ticket in the past 12 months. CDL holders cannot use this option for violations while driving commercial vehicles. Completing the course keeps points off your record and avoids insurance rate increases.