Municipal Court
Municipal Court Updates
What is a Plea Agreement
A plea agreement is a way to settle a case. Plea agreements in municipal court are negotiated with the prosecutor, an attorney who represents the state. In court, you will be given the opportunity to speak to the prosecutor to try to settle your case. You are not required to speak to the prosecutor. All plea agreements must be approved by the judge....
FOR ALL VIRTUAL COURT SESSIONS, PLEASE WATCH THE FOLLOWING NEW JERSEY MUNICIPAL COURT APPROVED OPENING STATEMENT WHICH YOU ARE REQUIRED TO LISTEN TO BEFORE YOUR VIRTUAL COURT APPEARANCE
ALSO PLEASE WATCH THE VIDEO BELOW FOR TIPS FOR YOUR VIRTUAL COURT HEARING
Court Sessions
Mondays
1:30 pm, 2:00 pm, 3:00 pm, 3:30 pm
Tuesdays
9:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.
Francesco Taddeo, JMC
Susan Keeth
Certified Municipal Court Administrator
Nancy Horvath
Deputy Court Administrator, CMCA.
The Municipal Court hears all violations of the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Code, petty disorderly and disorderly persons offenses, quasi criminal matters and violations of Town Code Ordinances. The court also offers a Mediation Program to aid in resolving neighbor and minor disputes.
Please refer to the back of your ticket for options on how to proceed with resolving your violation.
Contact Us
Phone: 908-369-3532
Fax: 908-369-4401
Email: court@hillsboroughnj.gov
379 S. Branch Rd.
Hillsborough, NJ 08844
Office Hours
M-F 8:00 am to 4:00 p.m.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Municipal Court Open?
Yes. The building is open to the public, court staff is ready to assist you by phone, email or fax. The Municipal Court is still open during regular business hours of 8am to 4pm, Monday through Friday.
How can I make a payment?
I want to enter a not guilty plea to my ticket. How can I schedule a court date?
I have a minor motor vehicle violation. Is it necessary for me to personally appear in court if I’d like to speak to the Municipal Prosecutor?
I have a question about my fine and don’t know my outstanding balance?
I need to request a disposition for a case. How can I do that?