Justice Court

Filings are accepted: Monday through Friday 9:00am – 1:00pm

Guilty Plea by Mail: If you wish to plead “Guilty” to a traffic violation by mail, please date and sign PART A of your ticket and remit it to the Court before the court date which is printed on the front of your ticket. Upon receipt, the Court will notify you in writing to indicate the fines and/or surcharges that may be due.

Not Guilty: If you wish to plead “Not Guilty” by mail, you must date and sign PART B of the ticket. Upon receipt of your “Not Guilty” plea, the Court will notify you on how to contact the District Attorney's Office with further instructions.  

Criminal Court: Requests must be made in writing by the attorney. Mail or fax requests.

Traffic Court: For violations only (not misdemeanors). Requests can be made by mail, fax or phone call.

Small Claims: Adjournment requests made prior to the scheduled hearing must be done by mail to all parties. On the day of the scheduled hearing you or a representative MUST APPEAR to request an adjournment.

Evictions: No adjournments available.

Bail is posted to assure the appearance of a defendant on each and every court date until the case is closed. The bail posted will not be refunded until the case is closed and all fines are paid. A 3% poundage fee may be deducted from the bail amount depending on the outcome of the case. You must present your original bail receipt and photo ID when requesting the return of bail.

To take care of a suspended license, come to the Court Clerk’s counter during office hours. Bring any forms sent to you in the mail concerning your suspension.

Warrants: You must surrender yourself to the Onondaga County Sheriff's Department or, to the NYS Troopers.

Town Of Lysander judges who are authorized to perform marriages:

Honorable Michael M. Bryant
Honorable Charles J. Mantione Jr.

315-638-1308