COURT MISSION

To contribute to the quality of life in our community by fairly and impartially administering justice in the most effective, efficient, and professional manner possible.

ABOUT US

The Tempe Municipal Court is the judicial branch of Tempe City government. The Presiding Judge is appointed by the Mayor and City Council, pursuant to the City Charter. The Court is of limited jurisdiction and deals with misdemeanors, petty offenses, and civil violations, including traffic and City ordinances. The court also issues orders of protection and injunctions against harassment.

Presiding Judge Louraine Arkfeld
Presiding Judge
Louraine C. Arkfeld

LOCATION AND HOURS OF OPERATION

The Court is located in downtown Tempe, two blocks east of Mill Avenue on Fifth Street between Tempe Mission Palms Hotel and A.S.U. Sun Devil football stadium.

Tempe Municipal Court
140 East 5th Street
Tempe, AZ 85281

Monday through Friday from 8:00AM to 5:00PM (Except Legal Holidays).

     
CIVIL and CIVIL TRAFFIC TICKETS
   
CRIMINAL and CRIMINAL TRAFFIC TICKETS
   
LINKS to RELATED WEBSITES
SELF HELP
   
PARKING and TRANSPORTATION

Parking may be limited in the Downtown Mill Avenue District. Please plan accordingly when coming to court.

CONTACT US

(480) 350-8271 Main Phone Number

(480) 350-8184 CIVIL TRAFFIC DIVISION
(480) 350-2790 FAX

(480) 350-8270 CRIMINAL DIVISION
(480) 350-2789 FAX
 

   
EMPLOYMENT AND VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Court Internships
(Part-Time, Non-Paid)

 

 

 

   

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