The mission of the Municipal Court Department is to provide a strong municipal court system for the trial and interpretation of municipal regulations. The Municipal Court strives to ensure that individuals charged with violating Bel Aire ordinances receive a fair and just hearing. The Court adjudicates:
- City traffic violations
- DUI charges
- Parking violations
- Shoplifting
The Court also processes City code violations such as those involving neglected properties.
Court Meetings & Schedule
Municipal court meets the first Wednesday of every month and trials are scheduled for the third Thursday of every month.
View the Municipal Court Schedule
Payments
Payments can be made at the Bel Aire Police Department located inside City Hall. If you are not required to appear in court, you may also pay online or mail your payment to:
Bel Aire Police Department
7651 E Central Park Avenue
Bel Aire, KS 67226
Visit the Online Payment Portal
Effective August 1, 2025, all municipal court payments made with credit cards will be assessed a 3.95% fee ($2.50 minimum). Other payment options, such as cash or check, will not incur any fees. Additionally, transactions made through the online portal will incur a processing fee of $1.00 for amounts under $100, and $2.50 for amounts of $100 or more.
We appreciate your understanding as we work to manage processing costs fairly and transparently.
Appearing in Court
The Bel Aire Community Room serves as the Courtroom for the Municipal Court. The Municipal Judge, Court Clerk and Bel Aire Police Officers will be in attendance at every scheduled event. When you appear in Court you will be required to obey the following rules:
- Appropriate clothing and shoes will be worn.
- Cell phones and pagers will be turned off.
- Food and drink are not allowed in the Courtroom.
- The wearing of hats or caps is not allowed.
