The City of Amarillo Municipal Court will begin its Court Compliance Campaign on Monday, offering residents with active warrants an opportunity to resolve their cases before enforcement actions begin.
According to city officials, the campaign is designed to encourage voluntary compliance and provide individuals with active warrants time to address their cases through the municipal court system.
As part of the campaign timeline:
February 9: Warrant postcards will be mailed to individuals who have active warrants.
February 9 through March 6: A voluntary compliance period will be in effect, allowing individuals to resolve warrants without enforcement action.
The week of March 9: The City Marshal’s Office will begin serving outstanding warrants.
“Individuals with active warrants are encouraged to voluntarily resolve their cases before enforcement actions begin, and the Court Compliance Campaign is a convenient method,” said COA Director of Court Services and Court Administrator Donna Knight.
City officials stated that residents who appear during the voluntary compliance period may have several options available, depending on the specifics of their case. Once a warrant has been issued, possible solutions may include a trial before a judge or jury, payment plans, or community service. Court officials emphasized that options vary on a case-by-case basis and are determined by the court.
Residents can check for active warrants through the City of Amarillo’s website. Additional assistance is available by contacting the Amarillo Municipal Court by phone at 806-378-3082 or by email at citycourt@amarillo.gov
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The municipal court is located at 201 S.E. Fourth Ave. Residents may also handle certain matters by mail. Court office hours are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
For payments, a night drop box is available in the Amarillo Police Department lobby at 200 S.E. Third Ave. The drop box accepts cashier’s checks and money orders.
