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1. How do I get a continuance?

If you need a continuance for your court date, the Court allows one extension per case. You must sign for the new court date at the Court Services window, IN PERSON, at least 24 hours prior to the court date on your citation.

2. Can I pay my fine with a check?

No. You may use cash or money order if you pay at City Hall, and you may use debit or credit cards for online payments. Municipal Court payment website

3. If the officer did not write "Must Appear" on my citation, do I still have to come to court?

It depends on the violation with which you were charged. Please call Court Services at (770) 943-3087 ext. 2012 or 2003 to verify your court appearance requirement.

4. How do I get someone out of jail?

People who are arrested by the Hiram Police Department are held at the Paulding County Detention Center. Release procedures include posting a cash bond or using a bonding company. The jail booking clerk can assist you with this information. Contact the clerk at (770) 443-3030.

5. Who is my probation officer, where are they located and how do I get in touch with them?

The Municipal Court's probation is run by Intertech Probation. Their phone number is 770-749-1539. You may dial extension 120 or 121 for the probation officers handling Hiram cases. All questions concerning probation such as appointments, violation of probation or warrants should be directed to their office, not Court Services.

6. Can someone else pay my citation?

Yes, if payment is made prior to your court date. Municipal Court payment website