Buckeye Court Docket Information

Buckeye Municipal Court handles misdemeanor criminal cases and traffic violations that occur within Buckeye city limits in western Maricopa County. The court docket tracks all case proceedings from initial filing through final resolution, recording charges, scheduled court dates, hearings, and sentencing details for each case. Buckeye Municipal Court is located at 21749 W. Yuma Road and serves defendants, attorneys, and members of the public who need access to court services or docket information during regular business hours Monday through Friday. The court processes cases for one of Arizona's fastest-growing cities, handling criminal misdemeanors, traffic citations, and violations of city ordinances.

Buckeye Municipal Court Overview

Buckeye Municipal Court has jurisdiction over misdemeanor offenses committed in Buckeye. These include shoplifting, theft under $1,000, assault, disorderly conduct, criminal damage, and trespassing. Traffic violations make up a significant portion of the court's workload. DUI charges, reckless driving, driving on a suspended license, and speeding tickets all go through Municipal Court. City code violations also appear on the court docket. These include property maintenance issues, noise complaints, and animal control matters.

Each case receives a docket number when it is filed. The docket number stays with the case until it closes. The docket shows the defendant's name, the charges filed, all scheduled court dates, and what happened at each hearing. If someone pleads guilty, the docket records the plea date and the sentence imposed. If the case goes to trial, the docket shows the trial date and verdict. If charges are dismissed, the docket notes the dismissal and reason if given. The docket creates a complete record of everything that occurs in a case from start to finish.

Court staff update the docket after each hearing. The updates show what the judge decided, what the next step is, and when the defendant needs to return to court. Attorneys can review the docket to see the status of their client's case. Defendants can check the docket to confirm their next court date. The public can access docket information by contacting the court clerk's office. Most dockets are public records unless the case involves confidential matters like juvenile proceedings or sealed mental health records.

How Court Dockets Work

A court docket is the official history of a case. It begins when charges are filed. The first entry shows the defendant's name, the charges, and the filing date. As the case proceeds, new entries get added to the docket. Each court appearance gets recorded. The docket shows the date and what happened in court. If the defendant enters a plea, that goes on the docket. If the case gets continued to another date, that shows up.

Motion entries appear when attorneys file legal papers. The docket shows when the motion was filed and how the judge ruled on it. Plea entries record plea agreements. The docket shows what charges the defendant pleaded to and what sentence the court imposed. Trial entries list the trial date and verdict. Sentencing entries show the punishment ordered by the court. This might include fines, jail time, probation, community service, or mandatory classes. Closing entries mark when the case ends after the defendant completes the sentence or when charges are dismissed.

You can get docket information by visiting the courthouse or calling the court. The clerk's office can look up cases by name or case number. They can provide basic docket information over the phone or print docket sheets if you visit in person. There is a fee for printed copies. Standard copies cost 50 cents per page. Certified copies cost more and include an official court seal.

Searching for Court Cases

Buckeye Municipal Court cases can be searched through the statewide Public Access portal at apps.azcourts.gov/publicaccess, which provides access to court records from multiple Arizona court systems.

This screenshot shows the Arizona Public Access portal where you can search for court cases by name or case number. The system includes records from Superior Courts and Justice Courts across the state. Municipal court records may vary in availability depending on the jurisdiction.

You can also contact Buckeye Municipal Court directly at 623-349-6510 to inquire about a specific case. Court staff can confirm whether a case exists and provide basic information over the phone. For detailed docket information or copies of documents, you may need to visit the courthouse in person or submit a written request to the clerk's office.

Types of Cases in Municipal Court

Municipal Court handles misdemeanors that carry a maximum penalty of up to six months in jail and $2,500 in fines. Common criminal cases include theft, assault, shoplifting, disorderly conduct, criminal damage, and trespassing. Each case gets a docket that tracks the charges, court dates, and outcomes. The docket shows whether someone pleaded guilty, went to trial, or had charges dismissed.

Traffic violations include both criminal and civil cases. Criminal traffic offenses like DUI and reckless driving require court appearances. Civil traffic violations like speeding tickets can sometimes be resolved without appearing in court by paying the fine. If you contest a traffic citation, you must appear at a hearing. The judge hears your case and decides whether to uphold or dismiss the citation. The docket records all proceedings for both criminal and civil traffic cases.

City code violations include zoning issues, property maintenance problems, noise complaints, and animal control matters. The court can impose fines and order corrective action. The docket shows the violation, what the court ordered, and whether the defendant complied. Repeated violations can result in higher fines or other penalties imposed by the court.

Maricopa County Court Connection

Buckeye is in Maricopa County. Municipal Court handles misdemeanors in Buckeye. Maricopa County Superior Court handles felonies, large civil cases, family law, and probate matters. If a misdemeanor case gets upgraded to a felony charge, the case transfers from Municipal Court to Superior Court. The Municipal Court docket will show the transfer date. A new docket begins in Superior Court with a different case number.

Felony crimes like burglary, aggravated assault, theft over $1,000, and drug offenses go directly to Superior Court. They do not appear in Municipal Court records. Superior Court maintains its own docket system at superiorcourt.maricopa.gov/docket. Maricopa County also operates 26 Justice Courts that handle misdemeanors outside city limits. Justice Courts have their own case search portal at justicecourts.maricopa.gov. Each court system maintains separate records. You need to search the appropriate court based on where the case was filed and what type of case it is.

Court Location and Services

Buckeye Municipal Court is at 21749 W. Yuma Rd., Suite 101, Buckeye, AZ 85326. The court is in west Buckeye with parking available on site. The court is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The main phone number is 623-349-6510. Call with questions about court dates, payments, or court procedures.

Walk-in services include filing documents, making payments, and speaking with court staff about your case. Bring valid identification when you visit. The clerk's office can answer procedural questions and process payments. They cannot give legal advice. If you need legal representation, contact a private attorney or ask about public defender services if you qualify based on income.

Payments can be made in person at the courthouse. The court accepts cash, checks, money orders, and credit cards. For copies of court documents, submit a request to the clerk's office. Include the case number and specify which documents you need. Standard copies cost 50 cents per page. Certified copies have an additional fee. Processing time varies based on the complexity of the request and current workload.

Other City Courts in Maricopa County

Many cities in Maricopa County operate municipal courts. Phoenix, Mesa, Chandler, Scottsdale, Glendale, Gilbert, Tempe, Peoria, Surprise, Avondale, and Goodyear all have independent court systems with their own docket records. Each court handles cases that occur within its city limits. Cases filed in one city remain in that city's court. Search the appropriate court based on where the offense occurred.