FAQs • Fountain Hills, AZ • CivicEngage

When can I see the Judge?: Due to the regularly scheduled Court business, the Judge may not be available at all times. Please contact the Court beforehand for the Judge's availability. Please note that it is not always necessary to see the Judge and many procedural questions can be answered by the Court staff. Neither the Judge nor the Court staff can provide legal advice.

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Municipal Court

1. Can you tell me if my driver license has been suspended?: The Court does not have access to Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) records. The MVD is the agency that maintains records of your driving privileges for the State of Arizona. To get information about the status of your driver license, you may contact the MVD at 602-255-0072, or visit their web site by accessing the provided link. Motor Vehicle Services

2. When can I see the Judge?: Due to the regularly scheduled Court business, the Judge may not be available at all times. Please contact the Court beforehand for the Judge's availability. Please note that it is not always necessary to see the Judge and many procedural questions can be answered by the Court staff. Neither the Judge nor the Court staff can provide legal advice.

3. Can I file for divorce at the Fountain Hills Municipal Court?: No. Divorce actions are filed in the Clerk of Superior Court’s Office in Maricopa County. Please visit their website in the provided link for more information. Clerk of Superior Court's Office

4. What is an abstract?: An abstract is a paper the Court provides to the Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) that notifies them of the disposition of a case (such as when a civil traffic default has been paid). The Court electronically transmits dispositions to MVD, but an abstract may be issued if an immediate clearance of a default is requested by a defendant. Fountain Hills Municipal Court can only issue an abstract on cases filed in Fountain Hills Municipal Court.

5. Is there information available regarding my fines, fees or restitution and making payments?: Yes. Once you have entered a guilty/responsible plea or have been found guilty or responsible of a violation, you have an obligation to pay your fines on the date of sentencing. If you are unable to do this, you must fill out a financial application to see if you are eligible for a payment plan.

Note: All fines, sanctions, fees and restitution are due in full on the day of sentencing. To calculate the total amount due on a civil citation, refer to the Fine/Fee Schedule on the bond card given to you by the officer at the time your citation was issued. If you did not receive a bond card, refer to the Fine/Fee Schedule in the “Traffic Violation Information” tab on this cite. Add the fine for each violation on the citation. If you are not sure of the violation charged or the fine due, you can to come to the Court or call the Court at 480-816-5103. To allow for data entry, please wait at least one week after you receive the citation before calling the Court.

6. How can I make a payment?: For mail payments: Send to:
Fountain Hills Municipal Court
16705 East Avenue of the Fountains
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268

Make your check or money order payable to the Fountain Hills Municipal Court in the full amount due and include the complaint number on the check or money order. Please provide your current address if it is different from the address on the check.

Payment by Visa, Master Card or Discover: You may pay by credit card in person or by phone at 480-816-5103, during normal business hours.

Partial Payments: If you are financially unable to meet your court ordered obligation on the day of sentencing, you may be placed on a payment plan. This can only be considered after you have completed a detailed sworn financial affidavit to determine your ability to pay. Credit history verification through a national credit bureau may also be required. This process may take up to one hour or longer. A $20 State-mandated time payment fee will be added to your total obligation and you may also be required to make a substantial down payment.

7. What if I am unable to make my scheduled payment?: If you are unable to make your scheduled payment, you must appear or contact the Court no later than 4 p.m. on your payment due date to request a financial review for a possible extension. You may be required to complete a new financial application and undergo the financial review process. Any requests for an extension on your payment arrangements must be made in writing in person or by email. You can access the correct email address in the provided link.

8. I have a warrant for my arrest for failure to pay. Can I have my payment arrangement reset and have the warrant cancelled?: You must pay in full or appear before a Judge before the warrant can be cancelled (quashed).

9. I had my license suspended for failure to pay. Can I have my payment arrangement reset to have my license reinstated?: If you cannot pay in full, you must appear before a Judge to make this request.

10. Can someone drop off my payment for me?: Anyone can drop off a payment for you. The payment must be received before 5:30 p.m. on the specified due date.