Peoria Traffic Ticket Records
Peoria City Court handles traffic tickets issued by Peoria Police Department. Peoria is located in the northwest Phoenix metro area and has grown rapidly in recent years. If you got a citation from Peoria Police, your case goes to Peoria City Court. State trooper and county deputy tickets go to Maricopa County Justice Courts. This guide shows you how to search for your Peoria traffic ticket, understand fees, and pay fines.
Peoria Traffic Ticket Quick Facts
Peoria City Court
The Peoria City Court is at 10100 N 83rd Ave, Peoria, AZ 85345. Phone is 623-773-7400. Fax is 623-773-7407. Court hours are Monday through Thursday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The court is closed on Fridays.
Remember to plan around the Friday closure. If you need to visit in person, only Monday through Thursday works. Online services are available any time.
Peoria Traffic Ticket Fees
Peoria City Court charges specific fees for various services. Understanding these helps you avoid extra costs.
The payment plan fee is $20. This applies if you set up monthly payments instead of paying in full. Dishonored check fees are $45. This is charged if your payment bounces. Online payments have a 5% convenience fee. PayNearMe cash payments cost $2.99 at participating retailers.
Paying on time and in full costs the least. Missing deadlines or bouncing checks adds these fees to your original fine.
Paying Peoria Traffic Tickets
Peoria City Court accepts online payments through nCourt. You can pay with credit or debit cards. The 5% convenience fee applies. You need your citation or case number to find your balance.
Cash payments are available through PayNearMe at 7-Eleven, CVS, Family Dollar, Walmart, and Walgreens. Get your barcode from the court or online. The PayNearMe fee is $2.99. In-person payments are accepted at the court Monday through Thursday.
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.
Defensive Driving School in Peoria
Arizona law allows most drivers to take a defensive driving class to dismiss traffic tickets. You must request this option before paying or appearing for your court date. Contact Peoria City Court to get approval. The court will tell you the deadline for completing the class and submitting your certificate.
You cannot use traffic school if you completed one 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 driving record and prevents insurance increases.
Maricopa County Justice Courts
Peoria is in Maricopa County. Tickets from state troopers or county deputies go to Maricopa County Justice Courts. Check your citation to see which court has your case.
Nearby Arizona Cities
These cities are near Peoria in the West Valley with their own municipal courts.