Municipal Court

Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm

The Municipal Court of Owens Cross Roads handles: Traffic and non-traffic offense violations Municipal ordinance violations State misdemeanors as adopted by the Code of Ordinances Court Location: Address: Court Room, 9032 Highway 431 S, Owens Cross Roads, Alabama Court Sessions: First Thursday of Each Month: 5:00 p.m.  Third Thursday of Each Month: 3:00 p.m. Court Personnel: Brandy Wilson: Court Clerk/Magistrate Teresa Carpenter: Magistrate Court Clerk Contact Information: Phone: (256) 725-5165

Methods of Payment: Mail:Acceptable forms: Money order or cashier’s check.Ensure payment is received at least 24 hours prior to the court date listed on your ticket. In-Person:Traffic tickets or non-traffic cases listed on the fines schedule can be paid at City Hall by the person who received the citation.Acceptable forms: Cash, check, money order, debit/credit cards.Note: Debit/credit card payments will incur a 3.5% service fee (minimum of $2), charged by a third-party company. The City of Owens Cross Roads does not receive any revenue from this fee. Court Date and Fine Amount Inquiries: If you are unsure about your court date or the amount of your fine, please call (256) 725-5165 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Consequences of Non-Payment or Non-Appearance: Failure to pay before your court date or to appear in court will result in: A warrant for your arrest. Suspension of your driver’s license. Pleading Guilty: Certain charges listed on the back of all citations may be paid in person to the court clerk/magistrate without appearing in court. Traffic Safety Education Program: “Defensive Driving School” and “Alive at 25” A traffic safety educational program has been established under the supervision of the Court Clerk, following guidelines set by the Municipal Court Judge. Each person attending the seminar shall be charged a registration fee not exceeding one hundred fifty dollars ($150.00). Fees are assessed by the Municipal Court Judge, unless waived by the Judge or the Court Clerk for individuals referred by an outside agency. If a defendant needs to reschedule or cancel their attendance, a penalty of thirty-five dollars ($35.00) shall be charged in addition to the registration fees. Attendees must be in the classroom on time. Doors are locked at the beginning of class and no late entry is allowed. For Additional Information: For additional inquiries about court dates, driving school, fines, or payment methods, please contact the office during business hours. City of Owens Cross Roads Phone: (256) 725-5165 Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.