Joint Municipal Court
of Wantage, Sussex, Stillwater, and Branchville
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
Court Location
The courtroom is located in the Wantage Municipal Building at 888 State Highway 23.
Map:
https://goo.gl/maps/a21ZftNYZq62
Contact Info
Court Administrator
Donna Chernov
973-875-7310 (option #3)
Fax #: 973-875-8676
Email address: donna.chernov@njcourts.gov
Deputy Court Administrator
Bridget Monroig
Email address: Bridget.Monroig@njcourts.gov
Municipal Judge
Peter A. Fico
Prosecutor
Robert Bohrod
Public Defender
John Grey, Esq.
Business Hours
Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Violations Bureau Window is open for payments until 4:00 p.m.
Closed for holidays and emergencies.
Court Sessions Hours
Court Sessions are held on the first three Tuesdays of the month.
1st Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. - Virtual court session ONLY
2nd Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. - IN person court session ONLY
3rd Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. - IN person court session ONLY
Payment
If you make a payment in person, fines may be paid by cash, check, or money order.
Payment by mail may be made by money order or check, PLEASE DO NOT SEND CASH IN THE MAIL. *Please reference your summons or ticket number.
There is a payment dropbox located on the outside wall of the Municipal Building for after office hours.
You may also pay payable traffic tickets online at www.njmcdirect.com. (Note: There is a fee charged by the vendor for this service.)
ADA
Please advise the municipal court office in advance if you require an ADA accommodation.
ADA Coordinator:
Donna Chernov
973-875-7310 (option #3)
donna.chernov@njcourts.gov
Interpreter
If you need the service of an interpreter, please notify the municipal court PRIOR to your court appearance.
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.
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 resolution being decided by the participants. The court will refer appropriate cases to mediation.
Important Links
General Information, and the Opening Statement Video link
https://njcourts.gov/courts/mcs.html?lang=eng
You may also find useful information under the Self-help Center.
Welcome to New Jersey Courts
https://www.njcourts.gov/forms/11222_welcome_muni_courts_eng.pdf?cacheID=3isj7QX
Bienvenido A Los Tribunales De Nueva Jersey
https://www.njcourts.gov/forms/11222_welcome_muni_courts_spn.pdf?cacheID=9EglPKF
Link to New Jersey DMV point schedule.
https://www.state.nj.us/mvc/license/suspension.htm
Link to pay a ticket online
www.njmcdirect.com
Your Day in Court
https://www.njcourts.gov/forms/10959_yourdayincourt_8x11.pdf?cacheID=dUjn1aQ
Sus Derechos en el Juzgado
https://www.njcourts.gov/forms/10959_yourdayincourt_spn_8x11.pdf?cacheID=l3VO12x
How to File an Appeal
https://www.njcourts.gov/forms/10559_muni_appeal_kit.pdf?cacheID=BUIIIrg
Cómo apelar una decisión de un juzgado municipal
https://www.njcourts.gov/forms/10559_muni_appeal_kit_spn.pdf?cacheID=vt8hya9
How to Expunge Your Criminal Record
https://www.njcourts.gov/forms/10557_expunge_kit.pdf?cacheID=q8OfrLe