What are the business hours on court days?
Court business is conducted between 9AM – 2 PM on Wednesdays.
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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 not answered during court. Therefore call only on Wednesdays before 2:00 PM. No other department can answer questions or take messages for the court system.
Why do I have to pay a surcharge?
The surcharge is a mandatory fee imposed by the State of New York that must be paid on every ticket.
What type of payments are acceptable?
Cash, money orders, bank checks or certified checks are the only acceptable method of payment for fines. PERSONAL CHECKS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. You must also include a self-addressed stamped envelope, if you wish to receive a receipt.
I just want to mail in the ticket and pay the fine. What is the process?
Follow the procedures written on your ticket and if you wish to plead guilty, once we receive your plea, the judge will access the fine, and we’ll mail you a fine notice.
What if I miss my court date?
You must contact the court for instructions.
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 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 file Small Claims?
Click here for the NYS Guide to Small Claims and the Small Claims form.
Is there a fee for filing small claims?
The fee for filing Small Claims between $1.00 and $999.99 is $10.00
The fee for filing Small Claims between $1,000.00 and $3,000.00 is $15.00.
What method of payment does Conesus Justice Court accept for fines?
Bank checks, money orders and exact cash only. Absolutely no personal checks are accepted.
Where Can I Find the Court Calendar?
Visit the Court Calendar here: