FAQs • Groveport, OH • CivicEngage

Who will hear my case in court?: You will have a chance to speak with the City of Groveport Prosecutor prior to the Magistrate's hearing of your case.

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1. Who will hear my case in court?: You will have a chance to speak with the City of Groveport Prosecutor prior to the Magistrate's hearing of your case.

2. May I pay my ticket without appearing in court?: Some violations require you to appear in court. To determine if you can pay without appearing, look at your ticket. The line above the court date will indicate if your appearance is required.

3. How can I contest my ticket?: You may contest a ticket by appearing on your court date and entering a "Not Guilty" plea.

4. What if I can't afford to pay the full amount of the ticket by my court date?: You will need to appear in court and request to be set up on a payment plan. The Magistrate will determine if you are eligible for a payment plan.

5. What if I can't come to court on my court date?: Please call the Clerk of Court's office at 614-830-2043 to verify you are eligible for a continuance. If you are, you must complete a "Request for Continuance" form and submit it to the clerk's office prior to your court date.

6. May I transfer my case to the Franklin County Municipal Court.: Requests to transfer your case must be presented to the Magistrate on your initial court date.

7. I have been ordered to attend a drug/alcohol treatment program. Where are they located?: Driver Intervention Programs (DIP) are available throughout Franklin County. Please see the attached list.

8. I didn't have proof of insurance at the time I received the ticket. How can I provide that to your office?: The proof of insurance must be received by your court date in order to avoid subsequent action by the Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles. Be sure the insurance is for the vehicle you were driving and is valid on the date you received the ticket. You may come into the office between 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, fax the documentation to 614-836-1953 or mail it to City of Groveport Mayor's Court, 655 Blacklick Street, Groveport, OH 43125.

9. Do I need an attorney?: You may have any attorney represent you if you wish. You are not required to have one.

10. When is my court date?: The court date appears on the bottom of your ticket just below the red outlined box.

11. How much is my fine?: Most moving violations carry a fine of $46.00 and court costs of $49.00 for a total of $95.00.