City of Lake Oswego Municipal Court Judge Cierra Brown was sworn-in at the July 30, 2024 City Council meeting by Clackamas County Circuit Court Judge Heather Karabeika. Judge Brown took the bench on July 31, 2024 following the retirement of The Honorable Wm. Bruce Shepley.
On December 1, 2023 Governor Kotek signed an Order on Remission of Fines. Cases in our court are listed beginning on Page 527 of the Order.
Did you know, most traffic and code violations can be handled over the phone or via email. Please feel free to contact court staff via phone at (503) 635-0217 or via email at municipalcourt@lakeoswego.city.
In addition, when appearing in court you need to be dressed appropriately (no shorts, tank tops, etc). The Judge does not allow hats, food or drinks while in the courtroom. And remember, please silence your cell phones.
The Municipal Court is the judicial branch of Lake Oswego city government. It has jurisdiction over all violations of city and state laws committed within city limits other than felonies. The court does not handle civil or small claims cases.
Criminal Charges require an appearance in person on the date and time listed on your citation or release agreement. Failure to appear will result in a warrant being issued for your arrest.
Honorable Cierra Brown
Darci Roberts, Court Manager
Jillian Tucker, Senior Court Clerk
Lisa Maguire, Court Clerk
Phone: 503-635-0217
Fax: 503-697-6570
Email: municipalcourt@lakeoswego.city
Office Hours: M-F, 8am-5pm
EMERGENCY CALLS DIAL 911
Non-Emergency Calls
503-635-0238
Police Records
503-635-0250
City Attorneys Office
503-635-0225