Muskingum County Court
Violation Bureau Fine Schedule And Payment Information
The offenses listed below do not require a court appearance
Unless it is your third or more moving violation within the last twelve (12) months
If a personal appearance is necessary, bring with you proof of insurance as of THE DATE OF YOUR TRAFFIC VIOLATION. Proof of insurance may be shown with a form from your insurance agent or a current face sheet of your insurance policy.
Failure to pay or appear may result in your Driver's LICENSE BEING CANCELLED, Suspended, or an arrest warrant.
4513.263 | Seat Belt | As an additional count (same ticket) | |
Driver | $76.00 | Driver | $30.00 |
Passenger | $66.00 | Passenger | $20.00 |
4511.21 | Speed | 0-20 MPH Over Limit | $100.00 |
Speed | 21+ MPH Over Limit | $125.00 | |
4511.12 thru 4511.17 | Traffic Control Devices | $115.00 | |
4511.21A thru 4511.65 | ADCA/Slow Speed | $115.00 | |
4511.70 thru 4511.75 | Miscellaneous Violations | $115.00 | |
4513.02 thru 4513.262 | Mechanical Violations | $115.00 | |
4513.27 thru 4513.31 | Safety and Load Violations | $115.00 | |
4511.69F | Parking on a handicap zone | Must Appear | |
4511.66 thru 4511.69 | Parking Violations | $110.00 | |
4503.11 thru 4503.21 | Registration/Display of Plates | $110.00 | |
4510.12 (MM) | Expired Operator's License (less than six months) |
$175.00 | |
2nd moving violation within 1 year | add $20.00 to amount owed | ||
3nd moving violation within 1 year | $300.00 Bond and must appear |
Payment Options:
By Mail:
- Include your ticket, and mail with check or money order, made payable to the Muskingum County Court, for the total amount due. If you want to receive a receipt, you must send a self-addressed, stamped envelope with your payment.
- Include Proof of Insurance (if not shown to the officer). Proof of insurance is required by Ohio Law.
In Person:
- You may pay by cash or with credit card (Visa or MasterCard
only) during office hours (8:00am-4:00pm M-F).
When the Court is closed, you may pay at the Sheriff's Dept. - If you wish to appear or are ORDERED TO APPEAR:
You must appear on your court date at 8:45 a.m. You may enter a plea of Guilty, No Contest, or Not Guilty. A plea of Guilty or No Contest requires payment of your fine and court cost at that time. A Not Guilty plea will continue your case to a trial date.
Online:
- You can pay your fines online by visiting our Online Payments page.