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CITY OF PHOENIX MUNICIPAL COURT “Justice Through Excellence” With pride and integrity, we will provide to all individuals: Equal access, professional and impartial treatment, just resolution of all Court matters.
CITY OF PHOENIX MUNICIPAL COURT Serving a population of 1.6 million 6th largest city in the United States 373 Employees 57 Judicial Officers = 22 Full Time Judges + 35 Pro Tem Judges 30 Courtrooms
CITY OF PHOENIX MUNICIPAL COURT JUDICIAL OFFICERS Municipal Court Judges are appointed by the Mayor and City Council. Judges are merit selected and stand for reappointment every 4 years. Pro Tem Judges are appointed by the Chief Presiding Judge and stand for reappointment every 2 years.
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