Village Justice Court

Village Justice

Overview

Patchogue Village Justice Court is one of approximately 2,300 justice courts in the State of New York and is part of the New York State Unified Court System. The Patchogue Village Justice Court predominately presides over offenses alleged to have occurred within the boundaries of the Incorporated Village of Patchogue such as:

  • New York State Vehicle and Traffic Law violations
  • New York State Building Code and Patchogue
  • Village Code violations related to Building and Housing matters
  • New York Penal Law and Patchogue Village Code violations related to Quality of Life matters
  • Patchogue Village Code Parking violations

The Process

Defendants are presumed innocent and have a right to an attorney at each and every stage of the proceedings. Defendants are guaranteed certain constitutional rights, including the right to a trial, to cross-examine and confront the prosecutor's witness, to put on a defense, to remain silent, and to force the prosecutor to prove the case beyond a reasonable doubt.

For certain minor violations, pleas of guilty can be made by mail or at the court office. Some summonses require a personal appearance as noted on the hard copy provided to you upon issuance of the notice to appear. If you have any questions as to whether your personal appearance is required, feel free to contact the Clerk of the Court.

Online Ticket Payments

You may now pay your ticket online. A service fee will be assessed on all credit card payments. Service fee information is on website at time of payment. Payments may continue to be made by cash or by money order, cashier/certified check without imposition of a service fee. Please note that neither the municipality nor the court receives any portion of the service fee.

Marriage Ceremonies

Marriages can be officiated at Village Hall by the Judge, 631-475-2753 or the Mayor, 631-475-4300. Please call to schedule your ceremony or if you have any questions. Please note, that your marriage license and $100 cash should be received three days prior to the ceremony. You may obtain a New York State Marriage License at any township.