Town of Austerlitz


Justice Courts are often called "the courts closest to the people" because they have very broad jurisdiction over matters affecting the everyday lives of community members. Justice Courts can hear civil cases involving amounts up to $3000.00, except in landlord/tenant disputes where the monetary amount is unlimited. Cases may be filed in either the Civil or Small Claims Part of the court.

In addition to having jurisdiction over civil matters, Justice Courts have criminal jurisdiction over all misdemeanors, violations, and infractions such as violations of the Vehicle and Traffic laws of New York. Town Justices may also conduct arraignments and preliminary hearings involving felonies. Town Justices have the authority to conduct marriage ceremonies and Justice Courts share jurisdiction with family court over certain family offenses such as disorderly conduct, harassment, menacing, reckless endangerment, and certain assaults. Austerlitz Town Court is held on Wednesday evenings beginning at 6:30. On the second Wednesday night of each month the Court hears criminal matters involving the Columbia County District Attorney's Office. Questions regarding Court matters may be directed to the Court Clerk at 518-392-2777.

Location:	Town Hall 812 Route 203 Spencertown, NY See Map
Mailing Address:	P.O. Box 119 Spencertown, NY 12165 * Make all payments by certified check or money order to: "Town of Austerlitz Justice Court"
Email:	court@taconic.net
Phone & Fax:	518-392-2777
Town Justices:	Robert M. Lagonia Cheryl Roberts
Court Clerk:	Arlene A. Newton