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1. Where do I address questions regarding City court cases?

If you have questions regarding a court case being heard in the City's Municipal Court or questions regarding Municipal Court dates, call (417) 624-0820 ext.230.

2. How do I find out about district court cases?

For information on Jasper County District Court cases, call (417) 625-4310. For information on Newton County District Court cases, call (417) 659-2950.

3. What are the Municipal Court hours?

The court's office hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. For information, call the Joplin Municipal Court at (417) 624-0820 ext. 230.

4. How can I pay a ticket?

Parking tickets may be paid in person at the Municipal Court Office, upstairs of City Hall, 303 E. 3rd Street. If you have a question about a parking or moving violation ticket, call the Joplin Police Department at (417) 623-3131 ext. 230.

5. How do I know when a public hearing on an engineering project will be?

For information about when the City Council will discuss a proposed construction project, call the City of Joplin Engineering Division at (417) 624-0820 ext. 530.

6. How do I report a traffic accident or violation?

To report a traffic accident or obtain an official accident report, please call the Joplin Police Department at (417) 623-3131 and ask for Records and Technical Services. To get information on the status of a traffic violation, please call the Joplin Municipal Court at (417) 624-0820 ext. 230.

7. How do I know the amount of a fine for a traffic violation?

To determine a fine amount for a traffic violation, call the City of Joplin Municipal Court at 624-0820 ext. 230.