Justice of the Peace

elected Justice of the Peace
Cody Shaw
2023-2026
Contact
20 4th Avenue SW, Suite 311, Conrad, Montana 59425-2317
(located on the top floor of the Courthouse)
Cody Shaw, Justice of the Peace
(406) 271-4030
Ashley Johnson, Justice Court Clerk
(406) 271-4030
Hours
Monday - Friday; 8:00 am - 12:00 pm and 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
(excluding holidays)
Information
Justice Court handles criminal jurisdiction for misdemeanor offenses not exceeding $1000 or 1 year incarceration, civil cases for amounts up to $12,000, small claims valued up to $7,000, Fish & Game statutes, concurrent jurisdiction with the District Court for misdemeanors, examining courts for preliminary hearings, landlord/tenant disputes, temporary restraining orders, traffic citations, and other matters.
Civil Action filing fee = $50
Small Claims filing fee = $30