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The Verdict
The verdict of the Judge will be based on the testimony which
sounds most reasonable and on the facts presented during the trial.
In making that determination the judge can only consider the testimony
of the witnesses who are under oath.
If you are found guilty by the Judge, s/he may announce the penalty
at that time or may continue the case for a sentencing hearing.
You should be prepared to pay the fine at the time of sentencing.
However, you may be granted an extension of ten (10) days to
appeal the ruling of the Judge.
Fines
The amount of fine assessed by the Court is affected by the facts
and circumstances of the case. Mitigating circumstances may lower
the fine, even if you are guilty. However, aggravating circumstances
may increase the fine.
A fine will generally not exceed $500 for most traffic violations,
$1,500 for Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicating Liquor or
Drugs or $2,500 for City ordinance violations.
Some other City ordinance violations can carry higher fines.
Right To Appeal
If you are not satisfied with the judgment of the Court, you have
the right to appeal your case to the Johnson County District Court.
If you do appeal the Judge's judgment, you must file a written
notice of appeal with the clerk of the Municipal Court, and post
an Appeal Appearance Bond in the amount set out by the Judge.
The appeal must be filed within ten (10) days from the date of
judgment.
Damages in Civil Court
The Prairie Village Municipal Court has no jurisdiction over damages
caused by an auto accident. Settlement of damages is a matter for
a Civil Court to decide.
To recover damages you will have to file a separate civil suit
in another Court. Municipal Courts hear criminal misdemeanor cases
involving violations of City Ordinances, Municipal Code violations
and traffic offenses.
• Your Rights & Obligations:
right to an attorney, appearance and behavior in court
• Your Plea: three possible pleas
to a complaint
• At Trial: testifying on your own
behalf, witnesses, presenting your case
• After the Trial: the verdict, paying
fines, right to appeal
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After the Trial