Justice Court
Justice courts and state courts decide legal questions in Marion County.
Justice courts are funded by the county. Minor traffic offenses and small civil claims are heard in this court. In addition the justice courts hear cases relating to violations of county ordinances, such as charges of excessive noise or dogs running at large.
The Justice Court is the county equivalent of the municipal courts which exist in larger cities such as Salem.
Most misdemeanors, all felonies, and civil cases are heard in state courts which are located in the Marion County Courthouse. State judges also conduct hearings at the Marion County Correctional Facility and at the Marion County Juvenile Department.
These courts are under the administrative authority of the State of Oregon which pays the salaries of the 13 elected judges and their staff. Marion County provides space for offices, jury assembly, and courtrooms. The Marion County Sheriff's Office is responsible for court security, prisoner transport and service of warrants and other court papers.
Janice ZyryanoffJustice of the PeaceNew Marion County Justice Court4660 Portland Rd. NE, Suite 107Salem, OR 97305(503) 576-7200North Marion (503) 981-8101East Marion (503) 370-8087Stayton (503) 769-7656
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