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    Gahanna Mayor's Court hears misdemeanor offenses that occur in the jurisdiction of the Gahanna Police Division, with the exception of 2nd offense driving under the influence and 2nd offense driving under DUI suspension or FRA (Financial Responsibility) suspension. In addition, domestic violence cases are excluded from Mayor's Court jurisdiction. Mayor's Court is in session at 9:00 am each Thursday. Other types of cases heard by the Mayor's Court include, but are not limited to, zoning cases, passing bad checks, assaults, animal-related cases and tax-related cases.

    The Gahanna Clerk of Court's office is located in the Gahanna City Hall Building. Office hours and location are posted in the "General Information" box on the right.

    For inquiries regarding court appearances, fine and costs amounts, court procedures and other court matters, you may call the Clerk of Court's office at (614) 342-4080 or see our Frequently Asked Questions section. To view  a diagram of the Court process, click here.
    Appeal Process
    If you are found guilty in the Gahanna Mayor's Court you have the right to appeal your case to the Franklin County Municipal court, pursuant to ORC section 1905.23. You have 10 days (including weekends) from date of conviction to file an appeal at the Clerk of Court's office.
    About Us
    The Clerk of Courts for the Gahanna Mayor's Court is Karen Woodward. She oversees the administration and daily operations of the Court. Cases brought before the Court are heard by the magistrate, Donald O. Breckenridge. The City Prosecuter is Raymond J. Mularski , who presents the City's case to the Court. The Assistant Prosecuter is Kevin Mantel.

     

     

    Department Staff
    Karen Woodward
    Clerk of Courts

    		 Donald O. Breckenridge
    Magistrate
    Paula Tenzos
    Deputy Clerk of Court
    		 Christy Cox
    Deputy Clerk of Clerk

    Raymond J. Mularski
    City Prosecutor
    ray.mularski@gahanna.gov



    Mayor's Court
    200 South Hamilton
    Gahanna, OH 43230

    (614) 342-4080
    (614) 342-4180 Fax

    Hours of Operation
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM M-F

    Contact the Mayor's Court

    Citations can be paid by cash, check, credit card, or money order. You can pay at the Clerk of Court's office during regular business hours or at the night depository located at the rear of the building. You can also mail payments with the signed citation to the above address. Credit Card payments are also accepted by phone.

    New: Pay Online

  • Avoiding a License Suspension for failure to show proof of Financial Responsibility

  • The Court Process

  • Notice of Appearance of Counsel

  • Notice of Your Rights

  • Notice of Appeal Form

  • Application for Expungement - Not Guilty

  • Application for Expungement - Conviction

  • Traffic Violations

  • Trial Procedure for Unrepresented Defendants
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