The Municipal Court is the judicial branch of Cannon Beach city government. It has jurisdiction over all violations of city and state laws committed within city limits other than felonies. The court does not handle civil or small claims cases.
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The Municipal Court clerk can answer questions about the court schedule, fine amounts, and other administrative matters, but they cannot give legal advice. If you need legal advice, you should consult an attorney. For help in finding one, call the Oregon State Bar's Lawyer Referral Service at (503) 620-0222 or 1-800-452-8260.
To pay a parking ticket online click here
To pay a parking ticket over the phone, call (503) 610-4200
Presiding Judge: Honorable Macon Benoit
Court Clerk: courtclerk [at] ci.cannon-beach.or.us (Natosha Adams)
Phone: (503) 436-2046
Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
City Prosecutor Attorney: ashley [at] flukingerlaw.com (Ashley Flukinger)
Phone: (503) 739-7101
Police Records: (503) 436-2811
The size of the presumptive fine imposed by the court will depend on the severity of the offense, whether state law requires a minimum fine for the offense, whether there are any mitigating circumstances, and whether the person has been convicted of prior offenses. Please note that the presumptive fine indicated on a violation ticket is the amount the court may forfeit if the person who received the ticket does not respond by the time specified to appear in court.
If a person who receives a ticket believes there are mitigating circumstances the court should consider before imposing a fine, he or she may:
- Plead no contest with an explanation to the judge at the court appearance, or
- Sign and date for Option #2 (No Contest plea), send a check or money order for the full amount of the presumptive fine, along with a letter explaining the circumstances, to the court. The judge will review the letter and may return some or all the bail if appropriate.
- If you are unable to make it to your in person arraignment, please contact the court clerk to access court by zoom or phone at least 24 hours before your court date.
Did you know, most traffic and code violations can be handled over the phone or via email. Please feel free to contact court staff via phone at (503) 436-2046 or via email at courtclerk [at] ci.cannon-beach.or.us.
In addition, when appearing in court you need to be dressed appropriately (no shorts, tank tops, etc.). The Judge does not allow hats, food or drinks while in the courtroom. And remember, please silence your cell phones.