Northampton County Traffic Court Records

Northampton County traffic court records are public documents maintained by the Third Judicial District in Easton, Pennsylvania. Traffic violations issued anywhere in the county are processed through Magisterial District Judge courts before any appeals reach the Court of Common Pleas. You can search Northampton County traffic court records at no cost using the statewide UJS Web Portal. Records include docket sheets, charge details, hearing dates, and case outcomes. This page explains where to find records and how each office handles requests.

How to Search Northampton Traffic Court Records

The fastest way to find Northampton County traffic court records is through the UJS Web Portal case search. This statewide system covers all Magisterial District Judge courts in Northampton County as well as the Court of Common Pleas. You can search by docket number, defendant name, or citation number. Results show the charge, hearing date, and current case status. Access is free to the public at any time.

For in-person record access, the Northampton County Courthouse is at 669 Washington Street, Easton, PA 18042. The main court number is (610) 829-6500. Court Administration can be reached at (610) 829-6700. The Magisterial District Judges office handles traffic citation questions at (610) 829-6703. Office hours run Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Payments at MDJ offices are not accepted after 4:00 PM each day.

Electronic payments for outstanding traffic fines can be submitted through PAePay at ujsportal.pacourts.us. This option lets you resolve a citation without visiting an MDJ office in person.

Note: No index searches are performed by staff at MDJ offices. You must provide a docket number or defendant name to locate a specific case.

Northampton County Court Structure for Traffic Cases

The Northampton County Court of Common Pleas is the trial court of general jurisdiction under the Third Judicial District. The Pennsylvania Constitution establishes Common Pleas courts at this level statewide. The court handles criminal prosecutions, family matters, juvenile proceedings, and appeals from lower court decisions. Traffic cases from Magisterial District Judge courts can be appealed to the Court of Common Pleas.

The image above shows the Northampton County Court of Common Pleas main website, which provides links to all divisions and court offices. This is a good starting point if you need to find the right office for a traffic records request. The site lists the Clerk of Courts for criminal matters and the Prothonotary for civil matters. Both offices are located at the 669 Washington Street courthouse in Easton.

Under 42 Pa.C.S. Section 1302, traffic court jurisdiction in Pennsylvania is defined at the state level. Northampton County follows these rules, with MDJ courts handling initial traffic citations and the Court of Common Pleas handling appeals. The court division at 669 Washington Street in Easton maintains all appellate traffic records for the county.

Northampton County Traffic Court Records at MDJ Offices

Magisterial District Judge courts are the first stop for all traffic violations in Northampton County. These offices have jurisdiction over traffic offenses, minor criminal matters, and civil actions up to $12,000. An MDJ is available 24 hours a day for emergency matters. Routine office hours are 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday. MDJ offices throughout the county each maintain their own local dockets.

The Northampton County MDJ page shown above lists the individual offices throughout the county. Each office maintains its own docket for citations issued within that district. You can also search all MDJ dockets together through the UJS Portal at no cost. The portal is the most efficient tool for finding Northampton County traffic court records across multiple districts in a single search.

When a driver appears before an MDJ and receives a guilty finding, that result is recorded in the docket and reported to PennDOT. If the driver contests the finding, the case can be appealed to the Northampton County Court of Common Pleas. Under 42 Pa.C.S. Section 1515, MDJ jurisdiction over traffic offenses applies across all Pennsylvania counties, including Northampton.

Note: Electronic payments for traffic fines are accepted through PAePay. Cash and check payments at MDJ offices are cut off at 4:00 PM each day even when the office is still open.

Northampton Traffic Court Records and Public Access

The page shown above, from northamptonrecords.us/court-records, outlines what court records are generally available in Northampton County. Pennsylvania Rule of Judicial Administration 509 governs how court records are made available to the public. Under this rule, civil case files, criminal case files, court judgments, and docket sheets are all available for public inspection. Northampton County traffic court records fall within this category and are accessible at the courthouse.

Certain records are restricted by state rules. Social Security numbers, financial account numbers, minors' names, victim information, and sealed records are not available for public viewing. These restrictions apply across all Pennsylvania counties, including Northampton. Traffic docket sheets that contain only public information can be viewed at no cost during courthouse hours.

Copy fees apply when you want paper copies. Standard copies cost $0.25 per page. Certified copies range from $5.00 to $10.00 depending on the document type. Contact the Clerk of Courts at (610) 829-6500 to request copies or ask about the current fee schedule for certified documents.

Northampton County Court Offices and Contact Details

The Northampton County Courthouse at 669 Washington Street in Easton serves as the central location for all court records and judicial administration in the county. Several offices within the building handle different aspects of traffic court records. Knowing which office handles your type of record will save time when making a request in person or by phone.

The Northampton County Court Contacts page shown above lists all departments and their direct phone numbers. Criminal traffic records are maintained by the Clerk of Courts. Civil records go to the Prothonotary. Court Administration at (610) 829-6700 can direct you to the correct office if you are unsure where to start. Adult Probation is at (610) 829-6800, and Domestic Relations is at (610) 829-7700 if you need those services.

PennDOT and Northampton County Traffic Convictions

Every traffic conviction in Northampton County is reported to PennDOT. The state adds points to your driving record based on the violation type. A high point total can trigger hearings, mandatory training, or license suspension. Convictions from Northampton County carry the same weight as those from any other Pennsylvania county when PennDOT calculates your point total.

You can review your driving history at the PennDOT online driver records portal. This site shows all reported convictions, including those from Northampton County traffic courts. The PennDOT public records FAQ explains who can request driving records and what the records include. The Pennsylvania Vehicle Code, Title 75 defines the offenses that generate points and the penalties that follow from each violation category.

The Pennsylvania Courts website provides additional information on how traffic conviction data flows from local courts to PennDOT. Court decisions from Northampton County MDJ offices are submitted electronically to the state system and typically appear on your driving record within a few days of the court date.

Cities in Northampton County

Northampton County includes several municipalities. Bethlehem is the largest city in the county and shares its border with Lehigh County. Traffic violations issued in Bethlehem are handled by the applicable MDJ office and appear in Northampton County traffic court records.

Easton serves as the county seat and hosts the Northampton County Courthouse. Other municipalities in the county include Nazareth, Wilson, and Hellertown. Any traffic citation issued within Northampton County is part of the county court record system, regardless of which municipality the stop took place in.

Nearby Counties

Northampton County borders several other Pennsylvania counties. If you are unsure which court has your traffic case, check the county listed on your citation.

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