Apache County Traffic Ticket Records

Apache County covers the northeast corner of Arizona, including parts of the Navajo Nation and the White Mountains. The county has four Justice Courts that handle traffic tickets from state highways and unincorporated areas. Traffic enforcement in Apache County often involves state troopers on highways like US-191 and US-60. This guide explains how to search for your traffic ticket record, understand fines, and pay citations in Apache County.

Apache County Justice Courts

Apache County operates four justice courts spread across this large rural county. Each court handles cases from its assigned precinct. Your citation shows which court has your case.

The Apache County Justice Courts handle civil lawsuits up to $10,000, landlord-tenant disputes, small claims, and all civil and criminal traffic offenses including DUIs. The four courts are:

• St. Johns Justice Court: 928-337-7558
• Round Valley Justice Court: 928-333-4613
• Chinle Justice Court: 928-674-5922
• Puerco/Sanders Justice Court: 928-688-2729

St. Johns is the county seat and handles cases from the central part of the county. Round Valley Justice Court serves the Springerville and Eagar area. Chinle serves the Navajo Nation portion of the county. Puerco/Sanders handles the western corridor.

Search Apache County Traffic Records

You can search for traffic tickets through the Arizona Public Access to Court Case Information system. This database covers all Apache County Justice Courts. Enter a name, case number, or citation number to find records.

Search results display case status, charges, and upcoming court dates. You can see fines due and your total balance. The system also shows vehicle registration holds from unpaid tickets. New cases may take a few days to appear after the officer files them with the court.

Paying Apache County Traffic Tickets

Apache County Justice Courts accept payments online, by mail, and in person. Online payments go through AZCourtPay. You need your citation or case number to find your balance and pay.

Credit card payments include a 3% fee at most Apache County courts. Cash payments are available through PayNearMe for $2.99. You can pay at 7-Eleven, CVS, Family Dollar, Walmart, or Walgreens with a barcode from the court or AZCourtPay site.

A late payment penalty of $20 applies if you miss your court date. Paying on time saves money. Contact the court if you need a payment plan. You must request this before your deadline passes.

Apache County Sheriff

The Apache County Sheriff's Office handles law enforcement in unincorporated areas. If you need information about a traffic stop or accident report, contact the Sheriff.

The Sheriff's Office is at 370 South Washington, St Johns, AZ 85936. The phone number is 928-337-4321 or toll-free 1-800-352-1850. Fax is 928-337-2709. Court records and sheriff records are different. The court has your ticket and case info. The sheriff has any underlying reports from the traffic stop.

Nearby Arizona Counties

Apache County borders other Arizona counties and New Mexico. If your stop was near a county line, check the court name on your citation.