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The West New York Municipal Court at 428 60th Street hears traffic, DWI and disorderly persons charges; the town lists the courtroom as Room 18. Indictable charges go to the Hudson County Prosecutor's Office and the Superior Court in Jersey City.

West New York's court page explains that paying a ticket means pleading guilty, and that to dispute a ticket you call 201-295-5195, fill out the virtual court request form (also in Spanish), or email court@westnewyorknj.org. It notes that trials and DWI matters are subject to the judge's review when you ask for a new date. We take West New York cases from our only office, in Newark.

Who handles a West New York case

  • Most complaints here come from the West New York Police Department.
  • For criminal and ordinance complaints, the town says a court appearance is mandatory and payment plans are set directly with the judge.
  • Indictable charges go to the Hudson County Prosecutor's Office.

West New York Municipal Court

Address
428 60th Street, West New York, NJ 07093
Court phone
201-295-5195
Official page
Town of West New York: Municipal Court
Court days
Tuesday, Thursday, and the 1st and 2nd Wednesday (NJ Judiciary list)
Office hours
9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday (NJ Judiciary list)
  • Zoom details are printed on the front of your mailed notice and also emailed; the town says to search your inbox for "MACS".
  • The town links a "Preparing for your day in court" video in Spanish, Polish, Korean, Portuguese, Haitian Creole and American Sign Language.
  • The payment window is Room 17. Payments can be made in person, by mail (check or money order) or on NJMCdirect.

Court details can change. Confirm with the court before you go.

For indictable crimes and restraining orders, read our Hudson County Superior Court guide.

Frequently asked questions

Does paying a West New York ticket mean I plead guilty?

Yes. The town's court page says paying the fine means pleading guilty to the violation.

How do I find my West New York Zoom details?

The town says Zoom details are printed on the front of your mailed notice and emailed to you; search your inbox for "MACS".

Where does a West New York indictable case go?

To the Hudson County Prosecutor's Office and the Hudson County Superior Court in Jersey City.

Sources

This page provides general information about New Jersey law. It is not legal advice, and reading it or contacting us does not create an attorney-client relationship. Every case is different and no outcome is guaranteed.