Scam Alert - Parking Fines

Scam Alert: We have recently learned of a scam involving residents receiving text messages from an entity claiming to be the City of Helena, stating that they have unpaid parking tickets and must pay immediately. These messages are fraudulent. The City of Helena Parking Division does not solicit payment for parking fines via text message. Questions? Call 406-447-8368.

Helena’s Municipal Court Closing March 20-24

Published on March 01, 2023

Sign and landscaping in front of Helena's Law and Justice Center.

HELENA, Mont. — The City of Helena’s Municipal Court will be closed March 20-24 while the Court transitions to a new software system. The closure will impact all public services throughout the week:

No public hearings will be held.
No trials will be held.
No open court will be held.
Staff will not be able to take any filings.
Phones will be unavailable, and the counter windows will be closed.

The Court will open for regular business on March 27.

Questions about the upcoming closure should be directed to 406-447-8466 ext. 1 or helenamunicipalcourt@helenamt.gov.