FAQ - Municipal Court

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Original Post: Spring 2006
Last Revised: Spring 2008

How do I contact the Municipal Clerk of Court?

The Clerk of Court’s office is located at the police department, 301 W. Ryan Road. Generally, there is someone in the office from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. However, on those days when court is scheduled, phone calls may be forwarded to voice mail and returned within 24 hours.

The direct phone number for the Clerk of Court’s Office is (414)766-7621.

Where is Municipal Court held?

Municipal Court sessions are held at the Oak Creek Police Department, 301 W. Ryan Road.

Please do not arrive too far in advance of your scheduled court appearance time.

What happens if I am issued a citation?

If you are issued a citation, you are assigned a court date. You must only appear at your court date if your citation is marked as a mandatory court appearance. If your citation is not marked as a mandatory court appearance, you can choose one of the following three options:

• Mail or personally deliver payment of your fine to the Clerk of Court’s office at the Oak Creek Police department during business hours prior to your court date. A payment drop box is also located in the Police Department lobby for use after hours.
• Enter a “not guilty plea” in writing prior to your court date. You will then be assigned a trial date at which you will be required to appear.
• Appear in person at the Oak Creek Municipal Court on the date and time listed on your citation.

What will happen if I appear in court on the date on my citation?

The date on your citation is the date of your initial appearance. On this date you will enter a plea to the charge. You may plead guilty, no contest or not guilty.

• Pleading guilty or no contest: You will be assessed a fine and the matter will be resolved at this initial appearance.
• Pleading not guilty: Your case will be scheduled for a pretrial conference with the City Attorney. This pretrial conference can be held at your initial appearance or at your rescheduled trial date.

What happens if I fail to pay my fine or fail to appear for my court date?

If you signed a Personal Recognizance Bond, a default judgment is entered and the court will impose a fine. You will have 30 days to pay this fine. If you fail to pay the fine within 30 days, this will result in either the suspension of your driving privileges for up to two years or until the fine is paid; or the issuance of a Writ for your commitment to the Milwaukee County House of Correction to serve one day for every $25.00 owed.

If you have not signed a Personal Recognizance Bond, a Warrant will be issued for your arrest. When the Warrant is served you will be required to either sign a Personal Recognizance Bond giving you the opportunity to appear for a court date or your fine will be due.

If I am assessed points against my driving record, when are they awarded back to me?

Points from individual violations are awarded back to you one year from that violation date.