Municipal Court

Payment Options

 

The Village Municipal Court offers various payment options, including:

• Pay Online: Safely and securely pay fines and fees using your credit or debit card through our website. It’s a hassle-free way to complete your payment from the comfort of your own home.

 

• In-Person Payment: Visit our court office during business hours, Monday-Friday from 8 AM- 5PM. We accept cash, checks, money orders, and debit/credit cards. Our address is 2304 Manchester Dr, The Village, OK 73120.

 

• By Mail: Make your check or money order payable to City of The Village and mail to:

The Village Municipal Court

2304 Manchester Dr

The Village, OK 73120

 

Please Note: It is crucial that your payment is received by the due date indicated on your citation. If you choose to pay by mail, allow sufficient time for mail delivery to ensure your payment reaches us on time. Late payments may result in additional fees or penalties.

 

• By Phone: To make a payment over the phone using your debit or credit card, contact our court office at (405) 751-9266 and our staff will assist you. Please note that this option is only available during our regular business hours, Monday-Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM.

 

• Payment Plans: We understand that financial situations can vary. If you need a payment plan, you can complete the required paperwork at our Court Office. Our office is open Monday-Friday, from 8 AM to 5 PM, and you can find us at 2304 Manchester Dr, The Village, OK 73120.  In the event that you miss your court date, you will be required to appear before the Judge prior to setting up a payment plan.

Court Date Extensions

 

If you are unable to appear for your initially scheduled appearance date, we offer court date extensions. Contact our court office at (405) 751-9266 any time on or before your court date to see if you’re eligible, and if so, we will extend your court appearance date up to 30 days.

Alternatively, if you require a payment plan extension but prefer not to appear in court, you can complete the required paperwork at our Court Office any time on or before your scheduled court appearance. Our office is open Monday-Friday, from 8 AM to 5 PM, and you can find us at 2304 Manchester Dr, The Village, OK 73120.

If you have missed your court date and need to schedule a new appearance, you may do so by contacting the Court Office at (405) 751-9266. Please note that failure to appear in court on your originally scheduled date may still result in additional charges, a bench warrant, and/or a hold being placed on your driver’s license.

Common Dismissals and Fine Reductions

 

Welcome to our Dismissals and Fine Reductions section. Below, you will find a list of common court office dismissals. For your convenience, please note that you can submit any required proof of compliance, such as copies of current insurance or updated vehicle registration, via email to court@thevillageok.gov or by visiting us in person at 2304 Manchester Drive, The Village, OK 73120 during our business hours from Monday-Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM. Please note that if you submit documentation by email, it is your responsibility to follow up with the Court prior to your court date to ensure it was received and pay any remaining fines/fees that are owed. 

If you require further information or have additional questions, please feel free to contact us at (405) 751-9266.

 

Expired Tag/Improper Tag

Provide proof of updated vehicle registration before the court date for dismissal with $30 court costs.

 

No Insurance Verification

Important Note: Please be aware that under state law 47 O.S. Section 7-605, convictions for No Insurance Verification will lead to a state-ordered driver’s license revocation. If you provide proof of valid insurance coverage before your court date, the following dismissals and costs apply:

• In effect at the time of the stop: dismissed without cost.
• Obtained within 10 days: dismissed with $80 fines/costs.
• Obtained 11+ days after the stop but before the court date: dismissed with $130 fines/costs.

 

Driving Under Suspension/No State Driver’s License

If you provide proof before your court date of a valid Oklahoma driver’s license that was:

• In effect at the time of the stop: dismissed without cost.
• Obtained within 10 days: dismissed with $30 cost.
• Obtained 11+ days after the stop but before the court date: dismissed with $80 fines/costs.

 

No Driver’s License in Possession

If you provide proof before your court date of a valid Oklahoma driver’s license that was:

• In effect at the time of the stop: dismissed without cost.
• Obtained after the stop but before the court date: fine reduced to $70. This is not a dismissal.

 

Expired Driver’s License

If you provide proof of a renewed driver’s license before the court date, the citation will qualify for dismissal with $30 in court costs.

 

Failure to Use Child Restraint

If it is your first offense of Failure to Use Child Restraint and you provide proof of a properly installed child restraint system before the court date, you will qualify for a fine reduction of $45. This is not a dismissal. 

 

Improper Equipment

If you provide proof before your court date of repairing/replacing improper equipment:

• Within two business days of the stop: dismissal without cost.
• 3+ business days after the stop but prior to the court date: dismissal with $30 court costs.

Deferred Sentencing/Probation Program

The Village Municipal Court offers a Deferred Sentencing/Probation Program to eligible Defendants, providing an opportunity to have moving violations dismissed upon fulfilling specific conditions. To apply for this program, Defendants must visit the Court Office during regular office hours, Monday-Friday, between 8 AM and 5 PM, at 2304 Manchester Dr, The Village, OK 73120.

Qualification Criteria
To be considered for the Deferred Sentencing/Probation Program, Defendants must meet the following qualifications:

• Clean Driving Record: The Defendant must not have received a conviction for a moving violation within the last 3 years.
• No Recent Deferred Sentencing/Probation: The Defendant must not have been granted deferred sentencing/probation by The Village Municipal Court within the last 3 years.
• Eligible Violation: The violation for which the Defendant seeks deferred sentencing/probation must meet the following criteria:
  – The violation must not have resulted in an accident.
  – The violation must not have occurred in a school zone.
  – The Defendant must not have received any criminal charges at the time of the violation.
• Must Not Have a Commercial Driver’s License

 

Participation Requirements:
For Defendants who qualify for deferred sentencing/probation, the program requirements are as follows:

• The Defendant may not violate any city, state, or federal laws for the 6-month period following the issuance of the agreement.
• The Defendant must pass an online driver improvement school. They may choose any online defensive driving school accredited in Oklahoma and recognized by The Village Municipal Court. Some eligible schools include:
  – Go to Traffic School
  – Oklahoma Driver Improvement
  – Oklahoma Safety Council Online Defensive Driving
  It is your responsibility to provide your certificate to the Court Office upon completion of your probation!
• If the Defendant fulfills all obligations, the citation will be dismissed with $130.00 in fines/costs per citation. This is due the week of their return court date.

 

Program Benefits

For those who qualify, the Deferred Sentencing/Probation Program offers the following benefits:

Dismissal of Charges: Upon successful completion of all program conditions, the Court will dismiss the charges against the Defendant with fines and court costs.

Fine Reduction: If all program requirements are met, the fine amount will be reduced to $130.00 per citation. This amount is due in full at the end of the 6-month probation period.

 

Payment Plans, Failed Probation, and Exceptions to Qualification

Please note that fines ordered on deferred sentences/probation are not eligible for payment plans and must be paid in full upon completion of probation. Failure to comply with the program terms or receiving another ticket during the probationary period may nullify the agreement, leading to a conviction.

Defendants who do not meet the standard qualifications or fail to comply with their program terms have the option to request a court appearance so the Judge may review their case and potentially consider an exception. You may request a court appearance by calling (405) 751-9266.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Guide to City of The Village Court Process

 

If you have received a citation from the City of The Village, it’s crucial to understand the court process and your responsibilities. This section will provide you with a step-by-step guide to address your citation properly.

Arraignment Date
Upon receiving the citation, you were given an arraignment date. You have two options to address the citation:

•  Pre-court Resolution: You can take care of your citation before the court date by:
  – Paying the citation in full.
  – Setting up a payment plan with the Court Office during regular business hours (Monday-Friday, 8 AM-5 PM) in person.
  – Signing up for deferred sentencing/probation with the Court Office in person.

If your citation is eligible for a reduced fine or dismissal by court staff, you can find the guidelines for that dismissal listed on your ticket under the “Offense” section or on the “Common Dismissals” tab of this web page.

• Appearing in Court: If you choose to appear in court, the address is 2304 Manchester Dr, The Village, OK 73120.

 

***Need an Interpreter?***
If you require an interpreter, please contact The Village Municipal Court at least two weeks prior to your court date by calling (405) 751-9266, and we will arrange for one to be present to assist you.

 

What Happens When You Appear in Court

When you arrive for court, proceed to the Administration counter to check in. After checking in, you will be asked to have a seat in the courtroom and wait for your turn to see the Judge. When your docket begins, the Judge will call your name in the order you checked in. Approach the bench when your name is called.

Next, the Judge will ask you to enter a plea. You have three options:

Guilty: By pleading guilty, you admit to the charges, and the Judge will order fines/fees or may request that you return with additional documentation on another date.

No Contest: A no contest plea means you do not admit guilt, but you also do not contest the charges. The Judge will order fines/fees or may request that you return with additional documentation on another date.

Not Guilty: By pleading not guilty, you contest the charges, and a trial date will be set. You will be required to return to court on the specified trial date. You may be ordered to post a cash bond.

 

Payment of Fines/Fees and Payment Plans:
After seeing the Judge, you can pay any fines or fees directly at the Administration counter. If you need a payment plan for the fines/fees, you can request one at the same counter. Please note that amounts due on deferred sentences are not eligible for payment plans.

 

Consequences of Missing Your Court Date

Missing your scheduled court date can have serious consequences. If you miss your court date, certain options become unavailable. The court staff will no longer be authorized to grant dismissals, reductions, driving school, or payment plans. To explore these options after missing a court date, you must appear before the Judge in person.

If you miss your court date, you have 30 days to take action. Within this time frame, you have two options:

• Payment in Full: You can make full payment for the fines and fees associated with your citation(s).
• Appear in Court: Alternatively, you can choose to appear in court on a date determined by the court to address your citation in person. To schedule a court date, call (405) 751-9266.

If, by the end of the 30-day grace period, you have neither paid your entire balance nor appeared before the Judge, the following consequences may occur:

• License Suspension: Your driver’s license may be suspended.
• Bench Warrant: A bench warrant for your arrest may be issued.
• Additional Charge: You may receive an additional charge for “Failure to Appear in Court.”

Driver’s License Reinstatements:
If a hold has been placed on your driver’s license by The Village Municipal Court due to failure to appear or failure to make a payment, the hold will be lifted upon full payment of your balance with The Village Municipal Court, unless the Judge orders an early license release. Once your balance is settled, we will provide you with a Driver’s License release document, which you will need to present to Service Oklahoma for license reinstatement. For more information on driver’s license reinstatements at Service Oklahoma, please visit their website.