City Court  

The Glendale City Court is the Judicial Branch of the Glendale City government and is also a part of the Arizona Judicial System. The Glendale City Court adjudicates criminal misdemeanors, City Code violations, traffic violations, and certain juvenile offenses committed in the City of Glendale. In cases of domestic violence and harassment, the Court issues protective orders. The Court has the authority to issue search warrants for misdemeanors and felonies.

                                                                 Mission Statement

Our mission is to provide an independent and accessible City Court, that maintains a high degree of public trust and confidence, by addressing cases and providing prompt, fair and just resolution in a professional, efficient, and courteous manner.


5711 W. Glendale Ave., Glendale, AZ 85301
Phone: (623) 930-2400 Main Fax: (623) 937-8860 Public Records Fax: (623) 930-2456
Pay by Phone: (623) 930-2427
 Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 5:00PM Closed on City holidays
Except the second and fourth Thursday of each month, open 8:30AM - 5:00PM
Walk-ins: Monday - Thursday, 8:30AM - 10:00AM
Criminal Matters Assigned to Courtroom 1: Monday & Wednesday
Criminal Matters Assigned to Courtroom 4: Tuesday & Wednesday
Civil Traff Matters Assigned to Courtroom 2: Tuesday & Thursday
Protective Order Petitions: Must be filed by 4:45PM to be processed by 5PM

ANNOUNCEMENTS              

Petition to Seal Records

Click here if you have a criminal case that is eligible to be sealed.

Juvenile Debt Relief

Do you owe money on a juvenile case in Arizona? To learn more click here.







COURT SECURITY               

X-Ray Machine

Glendale City Court has full-time security personnel who are stationed at the main entrance.

Everyone who visits the Court must pass through a metal detector and place all personal belongings through an x-ray machine to be viewed. In addition, persons and personal belongings may be subject to a search. Administrative Order No. 2017-15

Administrative Order 2022-001 allows use of recording devices in a courtroom or courthouse with the permission of the Court. However, camera coverage or use of portable electronic devices may be limited or denied if the harm arising from any of the factors set out in the rules outweighs the benefit to the public of camera use or coverage.

Presiding Judge DiPiazza

Presiding Judge Nicholas C. DiPiazza


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CRT Judges 2023

Nicholas C. DiPiazza, appointed by City Council in 2020
          
Jack E. Pritt, Jr., appointed by City Council in 2023

Eartha K. Washington, appointed by City Council in 2023

Carla Bastien, appointed by Presiding Judge in 2020