Greenlee County Traffic Court Records
Traffic court records in Greenlee County are filed at the Justice Court in Clifton, the smallest county seat in Arizona. The Greenlee County Justice Court handles all traffic violations written by Arizona state troopers, county deputies, and other law enforcement on state highways and county roads throughout Greenlee County. These records cover civil traffic citations such as speeding tickets, stop sign violations, and equipment offenses as well as more serious criminal traffic charges like DUI and reckless driving. You can search for case details by contacting the court directly or using statewide online databases. Payment options include online systems and in-person visits to the courthouse. Records retention follows Arizona Supreme Court rules and state statutes.
Greenlee County Traffic Court Quick Facts
Greenlee County Justice Court
The Greenlee County Justice Court sits at 253 Fifth Street in Clifton. The mailing address is P.O. Box 517, Clifton, AZ 85533. This is the only Justice Court precinct in Greenlee County. All traffic tickets issued on county roads, U.S. Route 191, and other highways in the county are filed here.
Call (928) 865-4312 to reach the court. Staff answer questions about cases, due dates, and payment options. They can confirm if your case is on file and tell you what you owe. They cannot give legal advice, but they can explain how to get copies of records or set up payment plans.
The Clifton Precinct 1 page provides contact details and basic information about the court. Greenlee County also maintains a Justice Courts home page with general court information.
Greenlee County is the smallest county in Arizona by population. The Justice Court handles fewer cases than larger counties, but procedures are the same. Cases must be resolved by paying fines, attending court hearings, or qualifying for defensive driving school.
Pay Fines Online
Greenlee County offers online payment for traffic fines. Go to cliftonjp1payments.com to pay your case online. You need your case number to use the system. Credit and debit cards are accepted. A convenience fee applies to card payments. That fee goes to the payment processor.
The payment site is available 24 hours a day. Payments post to your case quickly. You can print a receipt after completing the transaction. Save the receipt for your records. If the online system does not work, call the court at (928) 865-4312 for help.
You can also pay in person at the courthouse or mail a check to P.O. Box 517, Clifton, AZ 85533. Include your case number on the memo line of the check. Allow time for mailed payments to arrive and be processed. In-person payments are accepted during court hours.
Look Up Traffic Cases
Greenlee County does not run its own case search website. Use the statewide Arizona Courts Public Access system to search for cases. Enter your name or case number. The system searches courts across Arizona, including Greenlee County Justice Court.
Results show the case number, charges, and status. Some new cases take a few days to appear after filing. If you cannot find your case online, call the court. Clerks can check their system and tell you the details.
The eAccess portal is another statewide system for court records. Try both if one does not return results. Not all courts update both systems at the same time.
Traffic Fines and Court Fees
Traffic fines in Greenlee County depend on the violation. Civil speeding tickets have set fine amounts based on how many miles per hour over the limit you were driving. Other violations have their own fine schedules. The court adds fees on top of the base fine. These fees fund court operations and state programs.
If you miss a court date or fail to pay on time, the court adds default fees. License suspension and registration holds can result from unpaid fines. Responding to your citation by the due date avoids extra penalties.
Time payment plans may be available if you cannot pay the full amount at once. Arizona Revised Statutes § 12-116 allows courts to charge a $20 fee for setting up installment payments. Contact the court to ask about payment plans. Not all cases qualify.
Request Court Records
To get copies of traffic court records from Greenlee County, contact the Justice Court at (928) 865-4312. Provide your case number and specify which documents you need. The clerk will tell you the cost and how long it takes to process the request.
Arizona courts charge 50 cents per page for photocopies under Arizona Revised Statutes § 12-115. Certified copies cost more. Certification adds a fee on top of the per-page charge. Ask the clerk for the exact cost before submitting your request.
You can pick up records at the courthouse or have them mailed. Mailed records take longer. Allow several business days for processing. Some records may not be available if the case is sealed or the retention period has expired.
Public records laws in Arizona allow anyone to request court documents unless they are confidential. Traffic cases are generally public. Personal information may be redacted for certain individuals under Arizona Revised Statutes § 28-454.
Note: Records older than the retention period may have been destroyed and are not available.
Defensive Driving School
Defensive driving school is an option for many civil traffic violations in Greenlee County. Completing the course prevents points from being added to your driver license. You must finish the class at least seven days before your court date. The Arizona Supreme Court does not grant extensions.
Visit azcourts.gov/drive to find approved schools and check if you are eligible. The site lists online and in-person classes. You pay the school directly. After completing the course, submit proof to the Greenlee County Justice Court before your court date.
Arizona Revised Statutes § 28-3392 sets eligibility rules for defensive driving. Not all violations qualify. Criminal traffic charges are not eligible. You can only use defensive driving once every 24 months for most violations.
Registration Holds and TTEAP
Unpaid traffic fines in Greenlee County can trigger a hold on your vehicle registration. The Traffic Ticket Enforcement Assistance Program (TTEAP) connects Arizona courts to the Motor Vehicle Division. When you fail to pay or miss a court date, the court reports the debt to TTEAP. The MVD then blocks your registration renewal.
You cannot renew your vehicle registration until the hold is cleared. The hold affects both the registered owner and any co-owner. To remove the hold, pay the outstanding balance or set up a payment plan with the Greenlee County Justice Court. Once the court receives payment, it notifies TTEAP. The hold is released within a few days.
More information is available on the TTEAP program page. Ignoring traffic fines results in registration problems and may lead to license suspension.
Motor Vehicle Records
Your driving record shows all traffic convictions from Greenlee County and other Arizona counties. The Arizona Motor Vehicle Division keeps these records. They include points, suspensions, and conviction dates.
Request your driving record online at AZMVDNow.gov. A three-year uncertified record costs $3. A five-year certified record costs $5. These fees are set by Arizona Revised Statutes § 28-446. Certified records are needed for court or employment. Uncertified records are for personal use.
You can also request records by mail using MVD Form 46-4416. Your signature must be notarized unless you submit the form at an MVD office. Mail the form and payment to the address on the form.
Points from traffic convictions affect your insurance rates. Too many points can result in license suspension. Completing defensive driving school prevents points from being added for eligible violations.
Accident Reports
If your traffic violation involved a collision, you may need a copy of the accident report. The Arizona Department of Public Safety maintains reports for accidents investigated by state troopers on highways and state routes in Greenlee County.
Request DPS reports through the DPS Records Request portal. Reports are completed within 14 days of the incident. Paper reports cost $9 for the first nine pages and 10 cents per additional page.
Accidents handled by the Greenlee County Sheriff's Office require a separate request to the sheriff. DPS only has reports for cases they investigated. Contact the agency that responded to the scene to find out where the report is kept.
Arizona Revised Statutes § 28-667 prohibits using accident reports for commercial solicitation. You can request them for legal purposes, insurance claims, or personal records.
Legal Assistance
If you have questions about your traffic case, the Greenlee County Justice Court clerks can explain procedures. They cannot give legal advice. For advice on how to handle your case, consult an attorney.
Arizona legal aid organizations provide free help to people who qualify based on income. These groups assist with civil legal matters and may answer questions about traffic cases. Search online for legal aid offices or ask the court for referrals.
The Arizona Judicial Branch website at azcourts.gov offers information about Arizona courts, including self-service centers and guides for representing yourself. Traffic cases are usually simple, but it helps to know your options before going to court.
Nearby County Courts
If your traffic violation occurred in a neighboring county, check these resources: