Court | Town of LeRay

The judges do not keep regular office hours. If you need to speak with a Judge, you must first contact the Court Clerks to schedule an appointment or appear during a scheduled court session.

TOWN COURT INFORMATION

The Court handles a variety of matters including traffic violations, arraignments, criminal cases, small claims cases, and evictions within the Town limits.

To minimize foot traffic in the court offices, it is encouraged that payments are mailed in or paid online. Payment must be made using cash, money order, or credit card. Unfortunately, personal checks are not accepted. Please note that a 2.99% processing fee will be added to all credit card transactions.

If you would like to pay your ticket or case online, please contact the Town Court to obtain your ticket or case number. An additional fee applies to online payments.

Paying Fines & Fees

The Town of LeRay Court accepts payments for fines and fees in several ways. To minimize foot traffic in the court offices, we encourage residents to pay online or by mail whenever possible.

How to Pay Online

Visit the secure payment portal: click here
Enter the required case or ticket information
Pay using a credit card or debit card
Please note: A 2.99% processing fee will be added to all card transactions

How to Pay by Mail

Payments can be mailed to the Town of LeRay Court, 8650 LeRay Street, Evans Mills, NY 13637.

Accepted Forms of Payment:

Money Order
Credit/Debit Card (plus 2.99% processing fee)
Cash

X Do not send cash in the mail

X Personal Checks are not accepted.

Pay in Person

Payments may also be made at the Court Clerks’ Office during regular hours.

Accepted Forms of Payment:

Money Order
Credit/Debit Card (plus 2.99% processing fee)
Cash

X Personal Checks are not accepted.

Have Questions?

Call the Court Clerks at 315-629-0228 if you are unsure about how to pay or whether your fine is eligible for online payment.

Vehicle & Traffic Violations

If the ticket you received is a vehicle & traffic violation you may enter a plea by mail, in person during regular business hours, or drop off in the drop box located at the court office prior to or on the appearance date given at the time of the alleged offense. The drop box is located on the left after the first set of doors, this is accessible during and after business hours. You have various procedural options in the court to bring this matter to disposition. You may want to consult with an attorney for guidance or representation before determining which course of action you will pursue, but you are not required to do so. The court cannot provide you with a recommendation as to how to proceed, or which option you should choose.

1180 VTL Speeding: You are not entitled to automatic discovery due to the highest charge being a traffic infraction, but you have the right to file a motion for discovery. For further information seek legal counsel.

OPTION 1 - Plea of GUILTY

A GUILTY plea results in a mandatory NYS surcharge, and a fine. The NYS fine structure/ Surcharges vary and are NOT a set amount. Please seek legal advice for further guidance on the NYS fine structure/ Surcharges and potential additional penalties from the NYS DMV.

OPTION 2 - Plea of NOT GUILTY & Request a Reduction from the District Attorney's Office

(Section B, right bottom on original ticket)

You may attempt to negotiate an alternative disposition (plea bargain) with the Jefferson County District Attorney’s Office. To access the Jefferson County DA’s reduction ONLINE program please visit: www.co.jefferson.ny.us

Once you have completed the online course, a traffic reduction offer will be emailed to you in approximately 3-5 business days. It is your responsibility to submit a signed disposition to the court. Once the court receives the plea reduction form and approves the disposition, you may then be subject to a Mandatory NYS surcharge and court fine.

If you have any further question regarding the above option, please contact the Jefferson County DA’s Office:

Jefferson County District Attorney’s Office

175 Arsenal Street

Watertown, NY 13601

Phone: 315-785-3053

Email: traffic@co.jefferson.ny.us

OPTION 3 - Plea of NOT GUILTY & Request a Trial

(Section B, right bottom on original ticket), and attach in writing a statement requesting a trial.

An accusatory instrument, alleging that you have committed an offense, has been filed with the court. You are presumed innocent until proven guilty. You have the right to a trial in this matter. You have the right to retain an attorney to represent you now, or at any stage in these proceedings. The People of the State of New York, represented by the District Attorney’s Office (the prosecution), must prove beyond a reasonable doubt that you have committed the offense(s) alleged in the accusatory instrument(s). At trial, you will have the right to hear, see, and challenge any evidence submitted to prove your guilt. This includes confronting and cross-examining witnesses. You also have the right to call witnesses on your behalf to testify. You may but are NOT required to testify on your own behalf. After hearing all the evidence submitted at the trial, the Court determines whether the People have proven your guilt beyond a reasonable doubt and renders a verdict.

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