Town Of Whitestown: Courts: <b>Whitestown Town Court [Digital Towpath]

Hours of Operation:

Mondays at 5 PM

Justices:

Daniel Appler ()
Town Justice
Phone: 315 736-0564
Daniel P Sullivan ()
Town Justice
Phone: 315-736-1251

FAQs:

Where is Court Held?

Town Court is held in the Whitestown Community Center Building located at 1 Championship Way in Whitesboro. Championship Way is the name of the Entrance to the Community Center which is in fact located on Westmoreland Road.

The Courts entrance is on the North Side of the building with a separate entrance and parking lot. Courts can not be accessed through the Community Center portion of the building or the Ice Arena. Use designated entrance only.

From Utica travel to Oriskany Blvd (Route 69). Then turn left on Westmoreland Street which becomes Westmoreland Road at the Town line. The Court will be on the right just past the traffic light at the corner of Judd Road (Route 840) and Westmoreland Road.

Traveling from Rome on Route 69 proceed to the corner of Westmoreland St. and Oriskany Blvd, turn right and follow the same directions.

Also from Rome via Route 233, turn left on Sutliff Road which becomes Judd Road at the Airport Road intersection, continue to the intersection of Westmoreland Rd. Take a right on Westmoreland at traffic light and Court is a short distance on your right.

From Route 49 turn right at the light at Mohawk Street in Marcy. Proceed to the second traffic light (Oriskany Blvd) turn right to next intersection and take left up Westmoreland Street. At next traffic light (Judd Road) continue straight and Court will be on your right.

What days do the Judges hold court?

Judge Wolanin's Court is held Mondays at 4 PM

Judge Appler's Court is held Mondays at 5 PM

Who do I call for information on my court date or other concerns.

Call only the court in which you are to appear. Court room telephones are only answered when the court clerk is present. Therefore call only on Mondays after 3:00 PM. No other department can answer questions or take messages for the court system.

What are the business hours on court days?

Court business is conducted between 3 - 7 PM on court days.

How do I pay a parking ticket?

A parking ticket can be paid by either sending a money order with the ticket to the court address or by appearing in person between 5-7 PM on Mondays (excluding Holidays). Credit Cards will be accepted. No credit card payments will be accepted by phone.

Can I send or pay with a personal check?

Cash, money orders or credit cards are the only acceptable method of payment for fines. Personal checks will not be accepted. Credit Card payments will not be accepted by phone.

I just want to mail in the ticket and pay the fine. What is the process?

Follow the procedures written on the back of your ticket. There are no set fines in New York State therefore we will be contacting you as to the amount of your fine.

I don't know whether I am to appear in Village or Town Court. Can I appear in either?

Village and Town Court are two totally different courts. You must appear in the court listed on your ticket. It will state Town of Whitestown or Village of Whitesboro. The two courts have nothing to do with each other and you must appear in or respond to the proper court.

What if I can not read my ticket as to date or court?

Immediately contact the police agency that issued the ticket. They will gladly advise you as to the proper date and court.

What if I disagree with the charges on the ticket?

The court is the judicial branch that interprets the law. Show up at the scheduled time and date to plea your case. Your options will then be explained.

How do I know if I need an attorney?

If you are unsure of the charges or how to proceed then you may need to consult an attorney. However, this is an individual decision.

What if I miss my court date?

Appear on the following Monday.

Can I reschedule the time and day of my appearance if I am working or out of town?

If you are charged with a violation you may plea by mail therefore avoiding the necessity to appear in person on the given date and time. However if you are charged with a misdeanor you must appear in person on the given day and time.

What is the limit for a small claim?

To file a small claim in civil court it must involve no more that $3000 in damages.

Can I file a small claim in any court?

No the small claim action must be filed in the court that has jurisdiction where the defendant lives or works.

What do I need to file a small claim?

Your must appear in person on Mondays after 3 PM to file the claim. Please bring the $10 filing fee and the Name and Address of the person whom you are serving.