Long Island East End
Justice Courts
The East End of Long Island has multiple justice courts — one for nearly every town and village. If you received a traffic ticket or have a court appearance, this guide will help you locate the correct court, its address, and its phone number. Dan Fox appears regularly in every one of these courts.
Understanding East End Justice Courts
Unlike city or district courts, most East End traffic and criminal matters are handled by local Town and Village Justice Courts — also known as "lower courts" or "local courts." These courts are presided over by elected justices (judges) and handle a wide range of matters including:
- Traffic violations and speeding tickets
- DWI and DWAI charges (arraignment through trial)
- Misdemeanor criminal charges
- Violations (non-criminal offenses)
- Small claims matters
Because each town and village has its own court — with its own judge, prosecutors, and procedures — local knowledge matters enormously. An attorney who regularly appears in a specific court understands the court's individual procedures, the prosecutor's typical approach, and how to best position your case for a favorable outcome.
East End Justice Courts
East Hampton Town Court
Handles Town of East Hampton violations including East Hampton Village jurisdiction in certain matters.
Get DirectionsQuogue Village Court
Village court handling violations within Quogue Village limits.
Get DirectionsRiverhead Town Court
One of the most active East End courts. Fox Law Firm's main office is located in Riverhead.
Get DirectionsShelter Island Town Court
Handles violations on Shelter Island, accessible by ferry from North Haven or Greenport.
Get DirectionsSouthampton Town Court
Town court for the Town of Southampton, separate from Southampton Village Court.
Get DirectionsSouthold Town Court
Handles violations throughout the Town of Southold, including Greenport, Mattituck, and Cutchogue.
Get DirectionsWhat to Do When You Have a Court Appearance
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Do not ignore the ticket or summons. Failure to appear results in an automatic suspension of your license.
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Do not plead guilty without speaking to an attorney first — paying the ticket is a guilty plea and means accepting all points and consequences.
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Contact Dan Fox before your court date. He can often appear on your behalf so you don't need to take time off work.
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Gather any documentation — photos, dashcam footage, witness information — that may support your defense.
Dan Fox Appears in All East End Courts
Whether your ticket was issued in East Hampton, Riverhead, Southampton, Southold, Shelter Island, or Sag Harbor — Dan Fox has appeared in that court. His familiarity with local prosecutors and court procedures gives his clients a real advantage.
- Former prosecutor — East End courts
- Often appears without client needing to come
- Fights for charge reductions and dismissals
- Free, confidential consultation
Need Help With a Traffic Ticket or Court Appearance?
Call Fox Law Firm PLLC today for a free consultation. Dan Fox has been fighting traffic tickets and defending clients in East End courts for over 20 years.