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**ATTENTION**
To help prevent the spread of COVID-19,
The Forney Municipal Court lobby is currently closed.
We are available by appointment only by calling 972-564-7311.
Contact the court by phone (972-564-7311), email (court@forneytx.gov)
or online (forneytx.gov). COURT PAYMENTS CAN BE MADE:
BY PHONE (833)303-3772 ONLINE AT FORNEYTX.GOV OR BY DROPPING A CHECK OR MONEY ORDER IN THE DROP BOX LOCATED TO THE LEFT OF CITY HALL’S FRONT ENTRANCE AT 101 E. MAIN STREET.
Court E-mail: court@forneytx.gov
The Municipal Court has jurisdiction over all fine-only offenses committed within the Forney city limits. These offenses include Class C misdemeanors, traffic offenses and city code violations, for which the maximum fine, upon conviction, does not exceed $500, and for which no jail sentence may be assessed.
They also hear cases involving violation of city ordinances, which may have fines up to $2,000 for certain offenses.
Municipal Courts are the judicial branch of city government. In addition, the Municipal Court is part of the state judicial system. The Municipal Court hears Class C misdemeanor criminal cases, including traffic violations. The Municipal Court Judge also arraigns prisoners and performs other magistrate duties.