Chandler Court Docket Access

Chandler Municipal Court processes misdemeanor offenses and traffic violations committed within Chandler city limits, serving one of Arizona's fastest-growing communities. The court docket system maintains records for all pending and closed cases, which can be searched through two separate online portals depending on case status. Pending cases with upcoming court dates appear in the active case search, while cases that have reached final disposition move to the closed case search system. The court is located at 200 E. Chicago Street in downtown Chandler and operates Monday through Friday during regular business hours to serve defendants, attorneys, and members of the public seeking court docket information.

Chandler Municipal Court Overview

Chandler Municipal Court has jurisdiction over Class 1, 2, and 3 misdemeanors that occur in Chandler. These include theft, shoplifting, assault, disorderly conduct, criminal damage, trespassing, and domestic violence misdemeanors. Each case gets a docket that tracks charges, court appearances, and outcomes. Traffic cases form a big part of the court's work. DUI charges, suspended license violations, reckless driving, and speeding tickets all go through this court. The docket shows whether someone paid their ticket, appeared in court, or missed a court date.

The court homepage at www.chandleraz.gov/residents/chandler-municipal-court provides information about court services, hours, and resources for people with cases in Chandler.

This screenshot shows the court homepage with links to case searches, payment options, and information about court procedures. The site separates pending cases from dispositioned cases in two different search tools.

Searching Chandler Court Dockets

Chandler uses two separate portals for case searches. Pending cases appear at www.chandleraz.gov/residents/chandler-municipal-court/court-case-search, where you can look up active cases that still have upcoming court dates or unresolved matters.

The pending case search lets you enter a name or case number to find active cases. Results show the charges, next court date, and current status. You can see if a payment is due or if a court appearance is required.

Closed cases appear at www.chandleraz.gov/residents/chandler-municipal-court/find-my-case, which searches cases that have reached final disposition.

The dispositioned case search shows cases that are closed. You can see the final outcome, whether someone pleaded guilty, went to trial, or had charges dismissed. The docket shows the sentence or fine imposed.

Use the pending search if you need to know about an upcoming court date. Use the dispositioned search if you want to see how a case ended. Both searches are free. No login is required. You can search any time day or night. If you are not sure which search to use, try both. The system only shows results in the correct database.

Understanding Court Docket Entries

A court docket lists every event in a case from start to finish. When charges are filed, that creates the first docket entry. The docket shows the date filed, the charges, and the defendant's information. When the defendant gets a court date, that date goes on the docket. If the defendant appears in court, the docket records the appearance. If the defendant fails to appear, the docket notes that too, and the judge may issue a warrant.

As the case moves forward, the docket grows longer. Motions filed by attorneys show up. Hearings before the judge get recorded. Plea agreements appear on the docket with the terms agreed to by both sides. If a case goes to trial, the trial date and verdict show up. After sentencing, the docket lists the fine, jail time if any, probation terms, and any classes or community service the defendant must complete. The docket stays in the court's records even after the case closes. You can look up old dockets to see what happened in cases from years ago.

County Court System Connection

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

Felonies like burglary, aggravated assault, theft over $1,000, and drug crimes go straight to Superior Court. They do not appear in Municipal Court records. Superior Court maintains a separate docket system at superiorcourt.maricopa.gov/docket. Maricopa County also has 26 Justice Courts that handle misdemeanors outside city limits. Justice Courts have their own search portal at justicecourts.maricopa.gov. If you are looking for different types of cases, you may need to search multiple court systems.

Court Location and Services

Chandler Municipal Court is at 200 E. Chicago St., Chandler, AZ 85225. The court is in downtown Chandler with parking available nearby. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The main phone number is 480-782-4700. Call with questions about your case, court dates, or payment options.

The court clerk's office accepts walk-in visits during business hours. You can file documents, make payments, or request copies of court records. Bring valid identification. The clerk can answer questions about procedures and fees but cannot give legal advice. If you need legal help, consult an attorney or visit the court's self-help resources online.

Payments can be made in person, online, or by mail. The court accepts cash, checks, money orders, and credit cards. Online payments are processed through the court website. For certified copies of court documents, submit a written request to the clerk's office. Include the case number and specify which documents you need. Fees apply for copies and certification. Standard copies cost 50 cents per page. Certified copies have an additional fee.

Nearby City Courts in Maricopa County

Other cities in Maricopa County with municipal courts include Phoenix, Mesa, Scottsdale, Glendale, Gilbert, Tempe, Peoria, Surprise, Avondale, Goodyear, and Buckeye. Each court operates independently with its own docket system. Cases filed in one city stay in that city's court. You must search the appropriate city court based on where the offense occurred.