New Rules for New Orleans Traffic Court during COVID-19

Many of you are likely aware that the New Orleans Municipal and Traffic Courts have begun reopening. Each Court has created their own guidelines that mirror the state and federal ones on reopening protocols. If your traffic case or municipal case was scheduled during the period the Court was closed for the pandemic then you should call 504-658-9700 to determine when your case has been rescheduled. Also, it is likely that you will receive a mailing to your last listed address with your new court date and information, If, however, you have moved or changed your address then it is important that you contact the Court in order to find out your new date and information. Each section of Court is meeting at a scheduled time.

Sec A 8am

Sec B 9am

Sec E 10am

Sec D12pm

Sec G 1pm

Sec H 2pm 

Sec F 3pm 

If you are scheduled in one of these sections you need to show up at this time and no later than 45 minutes after that time. If you fail to appear, an attachment or warrant will be issued for your arrest for failure to appear.

When you arrive at the Courthouse, you will be asked a series of questions regarding any potential exposure to COVID-19. Your temperature will be taken. Social distancing mandates are in effect and being enforced. Limited numbers of individuals are allowed in a courtroom at any given times, Masks must be worn at all times.

For more information visit https://nola.gov/municipal-traffic-court/. If you have a traffic or municipal issue, I can appear on your behalf and eliminate the need for you to go to Court and possibly expose yourself to this virus. Stay home when and if you can. Let me handle this issue for you. Together we can help continue to flatten the curve and take care of any legal issues you may have. Contact me today to discuss. 504-300-8338. Remember … When No One’s Carin’ Call McLaren!