Facing a Case in Johnstown City Court?
If you were arrested in the City of Johnstown or given an appearance ticket by the Johnstown Police Department, your case is headed to Johnstown City Court at 33-41 East Main Street. This page explains what the court handles, what happens when you appear, and how to keep it straight from the two other courts people confuse it with.
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Johnstown City Court Information
Johnstown City Court
Address
33-41 East Main Street
Johnstown, NY 12095
Judges
Hon. Brett A. Preston
Hon. Michael C. Viscosi
Chief Clerk
Kaitlyn Roemer (Acting)
Jurisdiction
Misdemeanors, violations, and traffic matters arising within the City of Johnstown; civil claims up to $15,000 and small claims up to $5,000; and arraignment of felony cases before they move to Fulton County Court.
Court details are provided as a public reference and were verified against the New York State Unified Court System at the time of publication. Judges, hours, and contact information can change; confirm current details with the court before relying on them.
Three Courts People Confuse in Johnstown
Johnstown has more than one court, and showing up at the wrong one means a missed appearance. Keep these straight:
- Johnstown City Court, 33-41 East Main Street. Misdemeanors, violations, and traffic in the City of Johnstown; felony arraignments. This is the court on this page.
- Fulton County Court, 223 West Main Street. A separate courthouse that tries felony cases for the whole county.
- Johnstown Town Court. The Town of Johnstown is a separate municipality with its own court, different from the City Court.
Check the court name printed on your appearance ticket. If it says "City Court," it is the East Main Street location.
What Johnstown City Court Handles
The court hears misdemeanors, violations, and traffic matters arising within the City of Johnstown. Cases come primarily from the Johnstown Police Department, with State Police (Troop G) and Fulton County Sheriff cases as well. Common charges include:
What to Expect When You Appear
Your first appearance is usually an arraignment, where the judge states the charges, sets release conditions, and in domestic cases may issue an order of protection. For the full process from arrest to disposition, see what happens after an arrest. Cases here are prosecuted by the Fulton County District Attorney’s Office.
Where Johnstown Felony Cases Go
Felonies are arraigned in Johnstown City Court and then move to Fulton County Court at 223 West Main Street for grand jury and trial. See our felony defense and Johnstown criminal defense pages, browse the full courts directory, or call 518-245-9109 for a free consultation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Johnstown City Court located?
Johnstown City Court is at 33-41 East Main Street, Johnstown, NY 12095, in the same building as the Johnstown Police Department. The main court number is (518) 706-3310, and hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with on-site or adjacent public parking.
Is Johnstown City Court the same as Fulton County Court?
No, even though both are in the City of Johnstown. Johnstown City Court, at 33-41 East Main Street, handles misdemeanors and lower offenses and arraigns felonies. Fulton County Court, at 223 West Main Street, is a separate courthouse that tries felony cases. They are two different courts on two different ends of Main Street.
Is this the same as Johnstown Town Court?
No. Johnstown City Court serves the City of Johnstown. The Town of Johnstown is a separate municipality with its own town court. If your paperwork says "City Court," this is the one at 33-41 East Main Street. Confirm which court your appearance ticket names before your date.
What charges are handled in Johnstown City Court?
The court handles misdemeanors, violations, and traffic matters within the City of Johnstown, most commonly DWI, drug possession, domestic violence, assault, and petit larceny. Felony charges are arraigned here and then move to Fulton County Court at 223 West Main Street.
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