Canal Winchester Mayor’s Court

Canal Winchester Mayor's Court Attorney

The City of Canal Winchester Mayor’s Court hears misdemeanor offenses occurring within the city’s corporation limits. The Mayor’s Court Clerk, under the supervision of the Finance Director, is responsible for the collection of fines and fees, and maintenance of traffic and criminal citations.

It is in your best interests to hire an attorney to represent you if you are facing criminal charges in Mayor's Court. Attorney Adam Burke helps clients charged with misdemeanor offenses and is experienced in representing clients in Canal Winchester Mayor's Court. Call Attorney Adam Burke today at (614) 280-9122 for your free consultation. 

Canal Winchester Mayor's Court Location and Personnel

Canal Winchester’s Mayor’s Court is held the first and third Thursday of each month at 1:00 p.m. and doors open at 12:30 p.m. Additionally, no children are permitted in court and no exceptions will be made.

Mayor’s Court is open from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday and is located at the following address:

10 North High Street
Canal Winchester, Ohio 43110
(614) 837-7691

Canal Winchester Mayor’s Court consists of the following court personnel:

• Clerk of Courts: Bobbi Sumner
• Clerk of Council: Stacey Bashore
• Magistrate: Eric Nordman
• Prosecutor: Jim Hughes

Canal Winchester Mayor's Court Procedures

Upon arrival, each defendant attending court will be asked to sign a Basic Rights form. This form explains your rights and defines what it means to plead guilty, not guilty, and no contest. It is important to complete the form so that the city prosecutor and magistrate know that you are there. 

Defendants will be given the opportunity to discuss their case with the city’s prosecutor prior to pleading in front of the magistrate. Court will not start until each defendant has spoken with the prosecutor and defendants should arrive prior to 1:00 p.m. to expedite this process.

Defendants are seen by the magistrate on a first come, first served basis. Trials will be held after all other defendants have pleaded.

Frequently Asked Questions About Canal Winchester Mayor's Court

I can’t make my court date. How do I reschedule?

Court dates cannot be rescheduled. Contact the Clerk of Court with questions.

I missed my court date. What do I do?

Contact the Clerk of Court as soon as possible. Missing a court date can result in a summons, warrant block, or warrant for your arrest being issued.

Mayor's Court Attorney in Canal Winchester

If you have been charged with a criminal offense in Canal Winchester, OH, it is important to hire an attorney who will hear the particular facts of your case and explain your options to you. Our attorneys will make every effort to reduce the charges against you and fight for your rights. Call Attorney Adam Burke Llc now for your free consultation at (614) 280-9122.