P.O. Box 638 • Bernalillo, NM 87004 • Phone: (505) 867-3311 • Fax: (505) 867-0481
MUNICIPAL COURT
Judge: Hon. Sharon Torres-Garcia
The purpose of the Municipal Court is to oversee those cited for violating the Town of Bernalillo Ordinances, which include State Traffic Laws. Court is held on Thursday at 4:00 p.m. Office hours are Monday Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and closed for lunch from 12 noon to 1:00 p.m. Please be advised that payments to the Court will not be accepted after 4:00 p.m.
Effective August 1, 2008 the new Court hours will be 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. remaining open for lunch.
The Head Court Clerk is Bessie Gutierrez. She has been with the Court for 21 years. Her knowledge and experience is an excellent asset. The new Court Clerk is Cindy Leyba. Shes in training and is going full force. For Court assistance call (505) 771-7115. The fax number is (505) 867-0481.
My name is Judge Sharon Torres-Garcia and I am responsible for all administrative matters. I am under the supervision of the State Supreme Court. The Court is budgeted through the Town Administration and is overseen by the governing body City Council. As the third branch of government, the Court takes full responsibility for policies and procedures, independent of the town.
I began my first term in March of 2008 and the term will expire in March of 2012. I am the first elected female Judge for the Town of Bernalillo. Previous to being elected into office I was appointed as the Alternate Judge for four years.
I will dedicate myself in helping our community.
I will make sure that everyone gets a fair trial.
If you are not happy with the outcome of my ruling you have the Right to Appeal it to District Court within 15 days.
Visitors always welcomed! Take care and stay safe!
** Municipal Court is accepting E-Payments at CitePayUSA **