Desert Ridge Justice Court
General Information About The Court
Desert Ridge Justice Court handles civil cases involving less than $10,000, civil and criminal traffic violations, and misdemeanors. If you receive a ticket from the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office or Arizona Department of Public Safety inside the Court’s precinct, your case will be handled here.
The Desert Ridge Justice Court’s precinct includes a large section of the I-17 in the northern part of Maricopa County, so speeding violations, both civil and criminal speeding, are common in this court.
How To Get Case Information
If you have a case in the Desert Ridge Justice Court, you can look it up online here using your name or case number. You can also pay fines online.
Contact Info & Hours
Desert Ridge Justice Court
18380 N. 40th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85032
Hours:
M-F, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Judge:
Cathy Riggs
Phone: 602-372-7100
Fax: 602-372-7912
Location & Parking
Desert Ridge Justice Court
The Desert Ridge Justice Court is located in the Northeast Regional Court Center along with several other justice courts. Parking is very convenient at this courthouse. There is a very large (free) parking lot out front, and there is always plenty of space.
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