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Borough of Stanhope

The Gateway to Sussex County

Court and Violations

*** IMPORTANT NOTICE ***

Click on the link below to view the schedule:

2023 Court Calendar

During the COVID-19 pandemic, municipal courts have cancelled their in person court sessions. With the use of technology, certain cases may be able to be heard and adjudicated remotely. It is advised that you contact the court to set up a video court proceeding and provide your telephone and email address.

Defendants may continue to make payments for parking and traffic matters through the municipal court’s online payment website at NJMCDirect.com.

To contact the Hopatcong/Stanhope municipal court office by telephone, please call (973) 770-1200 x5. You may also contact the court office via email at kathryn.mclaren@njcourts.gov.

For updated information, visit the New Jersey Judiciary’s website at njcourts.gov.

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Municipal Court is a Shared Court between the Borough of Hopatcong and the Borough of Stanhope. Court is held in the Municipal Building at 111 River Styx Road, Hopatcong, NJ 07843 on most Monday evenings.

  • Monday sessions start at 1:30 PM.  Please call the court if you need clarification of your court date and time.
  • Violations Bureau Open Daily From 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

NJ Judiciary Mission Statement

We are an independent branch of government constitutionally entrusted with the fair and just resolution of disputes in order to preserve the rule of law and to protect the rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States and this State.

Core Values:
    • Independence
    • Integrity
    • Fairness
    • Quality Service
Accommodations:

If you need the service of an interpreter, please notify the municipal court administrator prior to your court appearance. Please advise the municipal court office in advance if you require an ADA accommodation.

Contact Information

Judge Gerard Smith
Prosecutor Anthony Arbore, Esq.
Public Defender Daniel Agatino, Esq.

Court Administrator & ADA Coordinator Kathryn McLaren
Deputy Court Administrator Shauna Palmer
Violations Clerk Mirsada Kucevic

Telephone:  973-770-1200 option 5
FAX #: 862-930-4096
Email Address:  kathryn.mclaren@njcourts.gov

Welcome to NJ Courts

Click Here To View: What the Court Can and Cannot Do (English)

Click Here To View: What the Court Can and Cannot Do (Spanish)

Your Day In Court

Click Here To View: Information About Your Day In Court (English)

Click Here To View: Information About Your Day In Court (Spanish)

How to Appeal a Decision of a Municipal Court

Click Here To View: How To File An Appeal (English)

Click Here To View: How To File An Appeal (Spanish)

Records Request Form

Click Here for the Records Request Form 

Expedited Expungement

If you are charged with a disorderly persons offense, petty disorderly persons offense, or a municipal ordinance violation, and those charges are either dismissed, you are acquitted, or your case is discharged without a conviction or finding of guilt, you may be eligible for an expedited expungement pursuant to N.J.S.A. 2C:52-6. For more information and to determine if you are eligible, you may inquire with the municipal court at the time of disposition. 

How to Expunge Your Criminal and/or Juvenile Record

Click Here to View/Print: Information On How To Expunge Your Record

Mediation

Mediation is a confidential, structured, non-adversarial process that allows a neutral third party to assist disputing parties in reaching a mutually acceptable solution. The mediation process can be a less expense, informal, and more meaningful alternative than the traditional trial process. This is because of the efforts of trained volunteers and the resolution being decided by the participants. The court will refer appropriate cases to mediation.

MVC Points Schedule, Restoration, and Other MVC Issues

https://www.state.nj.us/mvc/license/suspension.htm

Methods of Payment

PLEASE NOTE: If you make a payment in person, fines may be paid by cash, money order, personal check, or major credit cards such as Master Card or Visa, but not American Express.

If you make a payment in person, fines may be paid by cash, money order, or personal check. Payment by mail may be made by money order or check, but not by cash. On the front of the money order or check in the memo portion, enter the number of the ticket. Installment payments can be arranged for fines assessed in court. Online Traffic Ticket Payment – Certain “Payable Tickets” can be paid online. To determine if your ticket can be paid online, go to – NJMCdirect

For more information including useful court forms and information regarding the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission, please visit www.Hopatcong.org

 Contact Hopatcong Municipal Court for any issues pertaining to court matters or violations.

Hopatcong Municipal Court
111 River Styx Road, Hopatcong NJ 07843
Phone: 973-770-1200

Click Here for Directions

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Make tax or utility payments online via check or credit card:


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Borough Directory

Municipal Departments

  • Borough Administrator
    973-347-0159 (x 14)
    bmcneilly@stanhopenj.gov
  • Borough Clerk
    973-347-0159 (x 16)
    ehorak@stanhopenj.gov
  • Deputy Clerk
    973-347-0159 (x 15)
    lchirip@stanhopenj.gov
  • Court and Violations
    973-770-1200
  • Construction Department
    973-347-0159 (x 20)
    tminniti@stanhopenj.gov

  • Dept of Public Works
    973-347-6368
    stanhopedpw@stanhopenj.gov
  • Finance Department
    973-347-0159 (x 10)
    laponte@stanhopenj.gov
  • Tax Assessor
    973-347-0159 (x 31)
    jlaliker@stanhopenj.gov
  • Tax Collector
    973-347-0159 (x 13)
    asabatini@stanhopenj.gov
  • Registrar and Vital Statistics
    973-347-0159 (x 16)
    ehorak@stanhopenj.gov
  • Deputy Registrar
    973-347-0159 (x 15)
    lchirip@stanhopenj.gov
  • Water and Sewer
    973-347-0159 (x 10)
    tminniti@stanhopenj.gov
  • Zoning and Code Enforcement
    973-347-0159 (x 11)
    zoning@stanhopenj.gov

Emergency Services

  • Ambulance Corps
    973-347-2105 (Call 911 in Emergency)
  • Fire Department
    973-347-5017 (Call 911 in Emergency)
  • Police Department
    973-347-4533 (Call 911 in Emergency)

Government

  • Mayor and Council
  • Board of Health
    973-347-2435
  • Environmental Commission
  • Land Use Board
    973-347-0159 (x 18)
  • Recreation Commission
    973-347-0159 (x 39)
    recreation@stanhopenj.gov
  • Shade Tree Commission
    973-347-0159

How Do I...?

  • Register to Vote
  • View the Borough Calendar
  • Attend a Borough Council Meeting
  • Obtain a Pet License
  • Dispose of Electronics, Air Conditioners, Refrigerators, etc.
  • Apply For or Get a Copy of a Marriage License
  • Get a Construction Permit
  • Put Leaves and Brush Out for Pickup

Code Book, Tax Maps and Zoning

  • View the Stanhope Ordinance/Code Book
  • View Zoning and Tax Maps
  • Learn about Zoning Permits
  • Download a Zoning Application

Meeting Dates and Minutes

Borough Council Meetings

Borough Council meetings are held on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month in Borough Hall Council Chambers. All are welcome to attend.


  • Upcoming Borough Council Agenda
  • Mayor & Council Meeting Dates

Meeting Minutes

  • Mayor and Council
  • Land Use Board
  • Board of Health
  • Recreation Commission
  • Environmental Commission
  • Shade Tree Commission

Trash Collection and Recycling

Recycling is collected every Wednesday morning. Garbage is collected every Thursday morning. Items may be put out for pickup the night before collection.


  • More Information About Trash Collection
  • View the Full Borough Calendar

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Borough of Stanhope

77 Main Street
Stanhope, NJ 07874
Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM

Phone: 973-347-0159
Fax: 973-347-6058

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