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News
Changes to Evictions
Two changes to evictions starting now:
1) tenants no longer have to pay the $46 fee to file an answer to the case, and
2) tenants who prevail OR whose cases are dismissed or set aside will have those cases sealed by the court, effectively preventing it from appearing on their record.
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Events
Glendale Stand Up for Veterans
Justice Courts judges and clerks volunteered their time Saturday, September 24th for the 9th Annual Glendale Stand Up for Veterans event. 
They were able to waive fines and clear out court cases for veterans who have served our country. This is what it's about!Â
Spotlight
Justice of the Peace of the Year
Congratulations, Judge Donald Watts!
At the statewide conference of Justices of the Peace and Magistrates, Judge Watts of the Manistee Justice Court earned the 2022 award for Justice of the Peace of the Year.
This prestigious award recognizes dedication and excellence among all the JP's in Arizona!
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New Cases Filed - October 2022
6,408
New Cases Filed - September 2022
6,684
Average Judgment Amount - 2022
$3,305.61
Average Judgment Amount - 2019
$1,976.81
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