The Town Court is a part of the
Unified Court System of New York State and has both criminal and civil adjudication powers in cases of original jurisdiction. Jury and non-jury trials are held in the Town Courtroom. Town Justices are elected to four-year terms. In criminal proceedings, the Judges:
- Arraign defendants
- Hold felony and other preliminary hearings
- Issue orders of protection
- Sentence defendants
- Set bail
Town Justices also serve as acting Family Court Judges when Family Court is not in session. The Court Clerk is responsible for maintaining all court-related records.