Town of Cornwall
Justice Court

 

 

 

 

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Michael A. Ferraro

Judge

Court: Wednesday 2 PM

Lynn A. Beesecker

Judge

Court: Thursday 3 PM

183 Main Street
Cornwall, NY 12518
Phone: (845) 534-8717
Fax: (845) 534-4389

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Welcome to the Justice Court

The Town of Cornwall Justice Court is part of the Unified Court System. The Court arraigns felonies, handles and tries misdemeanors, traffic infractions and other violations. The wide range of responsibilities include securing defendants at county jail; issuing orders of protection; assigning counsel to indigent defendants; reporting case dispositions to the Division of Criminal Justice Service and New York State Department of Motor Vehicles; and properly managing & reporting revenue to New York State. Justice Courts have jurisdiction over civil matters as well: Small Claims up to $3,000 (exclusive of interest and costs) and Summary Proceedings (evictions). Whether a particular case is civil or criminal in nature, Justice Courts must be prepared to select a jury, admit evidence and conduct trials.

Justice Courts play a pivotal role in New York State's justice system, securing a standard of justice New Yorker's expect and deserve.

If you have questions or require assistance, please call the Court office Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.   For assistance at the Court's window, the hours are 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM (except Wednesday to 1:30 PM and Thursday to 2:30 PM while court is in session).

 

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Upcoming Events

Town Board Special Meeting

Sep 30, 2025 5:30 PM — Sep 30, 2025 6:00 PM   
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NOTICE OF SPECIAL TOWN BOARD MEETING

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF CORNWALL WILL HOLD A SPECIAL TOWN BOARD MEETING on Tuesday, September 30, 2025 at 5:30 p.m., at which time the Town Board will discuss the Tentative Budget Overview, the HVSPCA Agreement, and to appoint a full-time police officer, and any other items received after the final agenda publication.

The meeting location will be at Town Hall, 183 Main Street, Cornwall, New York 12518.  Members of the public may attend the Town Board meeting at the above-listed location. 

 

BY ORDER OF THE TOWN SUPERVISOR

 

Dated:  September 24, 2025

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    Sep 30, 2025 5:30 PM — Sep 30, 2025 6:00 PM

Planning Board Meeting

Oct 06, 2025 7:00 PM — Oct 06, 2025 8:00 PM   
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    Oct 06, 2025 7:00 PM — Oct 06, 2025 8:00 PM

CCAC Meeting

Oct 07, 2025 7:00 PM — Oct 07, 2025 8:00 PM   
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    Oct 07, 2025 7:00 PM — Oct 07, 2025 8:00 PM

Comprehensive Plan Committee Meeting

Oct 13, 2025 6:30 PM — Oct 13, 2025 8:00 PM   
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    Oct 13, 2025 6:30 PM — Oct 13, 2025 8:00 PM

Town Board Work Session

Oct 14, 2025 7:00 PM — Oct 14, 2025 8:00 PM   
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    Oct 14, 2025 7:00 PM — Oct 14, 2025 8:00 PM