Municipal Court
Justitia Omnibus
The La Joya Municipal Court's mission is to provide an accessible legal forum for individuals to have their Court matters heard in a fair and efficient manner while providing a high level of integrity, professionalism and customer service.
Azanett Garcia
Court Clerk
In 2022 the Council confirmed the appointment of Azanette Garcia as Municipal Court Clerk.
As authorized by Government Code, Chapter 29, "The clerk shall keep minutes of the proceedings of the court, issue process, and generally perform the duties for the municipal court that a county clerk performs for a county court."
Department Description
Quick Facts
The La Joya Home-Rule Charter approved by voter in 2013 established a Municipal Court "... for the trial of misdemeanor offenses with all powers and duties granted by the laws of the State of Texas."
The Mayor and City Council are authorized to appoint a Presiding Judge "... for a term of four (4) years to run concurrently with the term of office of Mayor. Compensation shall be set by the City Council and may not be reduced during the term of office for which the Judge was appointed. ... In the absence or disability of the Judge, the City Council shall appoint an interim judge to preside over the Municipal Court."
Municipal Court Information
Judges
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Alejandro "Alex" Cantu
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Linda Sarabia
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Anthony Uresti
Court Hours
Municipal Court is in session every Wednesdays, 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm -- except for Night Court.
Night Court
Night Court is in session the third Wednesday of every month, 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
La Joya Municipal Court
701 E Business 83
La Joya TX 78560-4051
Courtroom Decorum
Judge Lee R. Alaniz has issued rules governing Courtroom decorum, part of the Court's Standing Orders.
Texas Penal Code, Chapter 46 prohibits any person from carrying a firearm or other weapon on the premises of government Courts and Court offices.
Pay Traffic Fines
Traffic fines may be paid at the La Joya Municipal Court, located at La Joya City Hall by money order only, or you may pay traffic fines online.
Department Docs
More information regarding our Department.
Department Forms
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Court Records Request Form
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