Bratenahl Mayor's Court

Administrative Order

Effective immediately, to resolve minor misdemeanor traffic offenses without appearing in Court, the Bratenahl Prosecutor’s Office will amend all eligible minor misdemeanor moving violations to a non-moving, zero-point violation of Unsafe Motor Vehicle (Ord. 337.01).

The following violations are NOT eligible for this program:

331.34a - Failure to Control

333.03a - Assured Clear Distance Ahead (ACDA)

333.03 - Speed 30 mph over the posted speed limit

Citations marked MANDATORY COURT APPEARANCE REQUIRED at the top of your citation are NOT eligible for this program.
Warrant Blocks, Registration Blocks, and Contempt of Court warrants (balance of fines owed) are NOT ELIGIBLE for this program.
You must apply BEFORE making your payment. If you pay the citation, you accept the 2-point violation, and therefore, the court will deny your request for this program.

The zero-point violation will only be reflected on the defendant's Ohio BMV driving record. This program will not reflect your vehicle insurance policy.

To participate, please choose one of the following links.:

Plea of Guilty Without Personal Appearance Form

Plea Payment Plan

FAQs

How much is my ticket?

Call the (216) 681-1236 or (216) 681-3086 for ticket information or go to Waiver Payment Information Page

How can I pay for my ticket?

You can pay for you citation three ways:

1.) Over the phone: During normal business hours: Using Visa or MasterCard. A receipt can be emailed to you.

2.) In-Person: During normal business hours: Cash, Visa, MasterCard, check or money order (payable to Bratenahl Mayor's Court)

3.) Online: Online Payment and Docket Information (fees do apply)

4. Mail: Send a check or money order (payable to Bratenahl Mayor's Court) along with your citation and copy of you insurance (if not shown at the time of the offense) to

Bratenahl Mayor's Court - 411 Bratenahl Road - Bratenahl, Ohio 44108

How do I submit proof of my insurance to the court?

The State of Ohio law requires that everyone must provide proof of insurance when requested by a law enforcement officer at the time of the offense.

You must bring proof of insurance for the date of your offense to your court appearance or enclose proof with your payment. Proof of insurance is required for the vehicle that you were driving on the date and time you were cited.

You may also submit your proof of insurance:

1. In Person: Monday - Friday 9 am - 4 pm (excluding weekends & holidays)

2. Email: Please send a copy of your proof of insurance to the court at courts@bratenahl.org before making your payment.

3. Online: Proof of Insurance Online Submission Form

4. By Mail: If you are mailing your payment along with insurance, please send it to Bratenahl Mayor's Court, 411 Bratenahl Rd, Bratenahl, Ohio 44108

How can I get information about my case?