Find Dayton Traffic Records
Dayton traffic ticket records are managed by the Dayton Municipal Court, which sits at 301 W. Third St. in downtown Dayton. The court is a limited jurisdiction court of record that handles traffic citations, misdemeanor cases, and civil claims. Dayton also runs a photo enforcement program in more than 15 school zones, which generates its own set of traffic records. Presiding Judge Carl S. Henderson and Administrative Judge Deirdre E. Logan oversee the bench. Clerk of Court Marty Gehres runs the office that keeps all files. This guide shows you how to search for tickets, pay fines, and contest photo enforcement citations.
Dayton Overview
Dayton Traffic Court in Montgomery County
Dayton is in Montgomery County. All traffic cases in the city go through the Dayton Municipal Court. The court has jurisdiction over traffic citations, misdemeanor criminal cases, and civil claims. It is open from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday, except holidays.
The courthouse is at 301 W. Third St., Dayton, OH 45402. You can reach them at 937-333-4300. The fax number is 937-333-4468. If you have a question about a photo enforcement ticket, call 937-333-4302 instead. That line handles camera-related citations only.
| Court | Dayton Municipal Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 301 W. Third St., Dayton, OH 45402 |
| Phone | 937-333-4300 |
| Hours | 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Mon-Fri |
| Clerk | Marty Gehres |
The clerk's office can pull up your case and tell you what you owe. They can also let you know if a warrant has been issued for failure to appear. Walk-ins are welcome during court hours.
Search Dayton Traffic Ticket Records
Visit clerkofcourt.daytonohio.gov to look up traffic ticket records in Dayton. The site lets you search by defendant name or case number. You can filter by court type to narrow results to traffic cases only. The system shows charges, hearing dates, and case status.
The Dayton Municipal Court website has more details about how the court works. It lists judges, court hours, and what to expect at arraignment. You can also find parking and photo enforcement citations through the clerk's site. The data may not reflect same-day updates, so call the clerk if you need the most current info.
Dayton Photo Enforcement Program
Dayton runs a photo enforcement program in more than 15 school zone locations. The city also uses handheld speed monitoring camera units. If a camera catches you speeding in a school zone, you get a ticket in the mail. These tickets are civil violations, not criminal. They do not add points to your driving record.
You have 30 days to contest a photo enforcement citation. To do so, complete option B on the back of the citation and mail it in. If you do not respond within 30 days, the court can find you liable by default. A $40 court fee gets added if you are found liable. Payment goes through the Dayton Municipal Court, same as a regular traffic ticket.
Photo enforcement records are separate from standard traffic ticket records. They show up under parking and photo enforcement when you search the clerk's site. The registered owner of the vehicle gets the ticket, not necessarily the driver. If someone else was driving, you can contest it and name the actual driver.
Paying Dayton Traffic Tickets
You can pay in person at 301 W. Third St. during court hours. The clerk's window is open from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Bring your ticket or case number. They accept cash, check, money order, and credit cards.
Mail payments go to the Dayton Municipal Court at the Third Street address. Include your case number on the check. Do not send cash by mail. Online payments are available through the clerk's website for many types of citations. Check the site to see if your ticket qualifies for online payment.
Per ORC Section 4510.036, the court reports convictions to the Ohio BMV within 10 days. Points then go on your record. Two points for most minor violations. Four for more serious ones. Six for the worst offenses like OVI. Twelve points in two years means a six-month license suspension under ORC 4510.037.
Dayton Traffic Resources
The Ohio Legal Help site has guides on traffic cases, public defenders, and fee waivers. The Ohio BMV lets you check your driving record and point total. The Supreme Court of Ohio publishes standard forms used by all municipal courts in the state.
For local help, contact the Montgomery County Bar Association for a referral to a traffic lawyer. A lawyer can sometimes get a charge reduced so you end up with fewer points and a lower fine. This matters most if you are close to 12 points and facing a suspension.
Taking an approved remedial driving course can remove two points from your record if you have between two and 11 points. The BMV only allows one credit every three years, so plan ahead. The Ohio Department of Public Safety keeps a list of approved schools you can attend.
If you can't afford court costs, ask the clerk about a fee waiver. Ohio law lets courts reduce or waive fees for people who can show financial hardship. You will need to fill out an affidavit of indigency. The clerk's office at 301 W. Third St. can give you the form and explain the process.
Nearby Ohio Cities
Several other Ohio cities near Dayton handle traffic cases through their own courts.
Montgomery County Traffic Ticket Records
Dayton is in Montgomery County. All traffic tickets issued in the city go through the county court system. The clerk's office keeps records for every case. For more on how the county handles traffic cases and what resources exist, visit the full Montgomery County page.