Surprise Traffic Ticket Records

Surprise City Court handles traffic tickets issued by Surprise Police Department. Surprise is one of the fastest-growing cities in the northwest Phoenix metro area. If you got a citation from Surprise Police, your case goes to Surprise City Court. State trooper and county deputy tickets go to Maricopa County Justice Courts. This guide shows you how to search for your Surprise traffic ticket, understand fees and penalties, and pay fines online.

Surprise City Court

The Surprise City Court is at 16081 N Civic Center Plaza, Surprise, Arizona 85374. Phone is 623-222-4800. Court hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Surprise City Court handles cases ranging from minor traffic violations to Class 1 misdemeanors. Misdemeanors can carry a maximum penalty of six months in jail and a $2,500 fine plus surcharges. Civil traffic violations have lower fines but can still add points to your license and affect your insurance.

Surprise Traffic Ticket Fees

Surprise City Court has specific fees you should know about. A $30 mandatory fee applies to first-time citation payments. The time payment fee is $20 if you set up a payment plan.

Records requests cost $17 plus $0.50 per page. Certified copies cost $34 plus $0.50 per page. If you need court documents for other purposes, these fees apply.

Paying Surprise Traffic Tickets

Surprise City Court accepts online payments through nCourt. 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.

Defensive Driving School in Surprise

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 Surprise 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. Classes are available online or in person.

Maricopa County Justice Courts

Surprise 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 Surprise in the West Valley with their own municipal courts.