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City Court Home Page
The home page for the Terre Haute City Court.
CITY COURT OF TERRE HAUTE
Honorable John T Roach, Judge
2009 TERRE HAUTE CITY COURT CONTACT:
Hours Office Hours – Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Closed Legal Holidays | Court Staff Jerri – Court Reporter Jill – Court Bailiff
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Address
Terre Haute City Court
17 Harding Avenue
Room 100 City Hall
Terre Haute, IN 47807 | Phone
(812) 232-0697 FAX
(812) 232-3983 |
Jurisdiction
Terre Haute City Court has jurisdiction over criminal misdemeanors, state infractions, and city ordinance violations. The court has geographical jurisdiction in Vigo County, not just within the city limits of Terre Haute.
Misdemeanors
A violation of the Indiana Statutes for which a person might be imprisoned up to one year. Fines up to $5,000 can also be added with a conviction.
Infractions
A violation of the Indiana Statute for which a person might be fined but not imprisoned. Most traffic violations are considered infractions, but not all. Fines up to $10,000 may be added with a conviction.
Ordinances
Terre Haute City Ordinance Violations, such as trash and debris, and overgrowth of grass and weeds, and animal neglect, can be assessed fines up to $300.
Fines, Costs and Fees
The Terre Haute City Clerk’s Office collects fines and costs for all cases under the jurisdiction of the Terre Haute City Court.
