Town & Village of Allegany, NY

Village Court FAQS

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HOW MUCH DO I OWE?  CAN I MAKE PAYMENTS?

Contact the Village Court Clerk, 716-373-1460

WHAT IS THE VILLAGE OF ALLEGANY COURT ADDRESS?

Village of Allegany Justice Court, 106 East Main Street, Allegany, NY, 14706
Court Clerk:Athena Silluzio / Phone:716-373-1460

I WOULD LIKE TO GET MARRIED, WHAT DO I NEED TO DO?

Once you have set the date, you must then obtain a marriage license from the Town of Allegany Clerk, any Town Clerk, or City Clerk. The village of Allegany does not issue marriage licenses.
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There is a 24 hour waiting period before the actual ceremony can be performed. No blood test is required. The license is valid for 60 days, and is valid anywhere in New York State.​

IS THERE A FEE IF A JUDGE PERFORMS THE CEREMONY?

By law a judge may not solicit a set amount, and cannot accept more than $75.00. It is appropriate for a member of the wedding party to offer a donation to the judge of an amount not to exceed $75.00.

HOW DO I SUE SOMEONE IN SMALL CLAIMS COURT?

Find You must go to the Court where the person you wish to bring an action against either:
  • lives in the municipality
  • has a place of business
  • works in the jurisdiction of that court.
Note: The amount you are suing for cannot exceed $3,000.00

WHAT DO I NEED TO DO IF MY TENANT HAS NOT PAID RENT FOR 3 MONTH AND I WANT TO EVICT THIS PERSON?

There are laws in place that protect both the landlord and the tenant.
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To begin a summary proceeding to evict a tenant for non-payment of rent, or for other reasons, is a complex legal proceeding. A court cannot assist you in this. You should contact an attorney who deals with this civil matter.

WHY DO I HAVE TO PAY A SURCHARGE AND WHY DOES IT COST SO MUCH?

​Contact the Court Clerk, 716-373-1460

HOW DO I REMOVE POINTS ON MY DRIVERS LICENSE?

A person can remove up to 4 points by attending a 6 hour defensive driving course. These courses are offered by JCC or BOCES.
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In addition to removing 4 points, you will also receive a 10% discount on your Liability and Collision coverage for a three year period. Even if you have no marks on your license, you can still take advantage of the insurance savings.

TOWN OF ALLEGANY
Town Hall, 52 West Main Street
Allegany, NY 14706
716-373-0120
Fax​: 716-373-4522
VILLAGE OF ALLEGANY
Municipal Building, 106 East Main Street
Allegany, NY 14706
716-373-1460
​Fax: 716-373-4388
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