Maricopa Municipal Court Shares 2025 Highlights and What’s Ahead
Published on July 15, 2026
The Maricopa Municipal Court presented its 2025 Annual Report to the City Council this week, providing an overview of the Court’s accomplishments, evolving trends, and priorities for the year ahead.
Guided by a people-first approach, the Court continued its focus on providing accessible, respectful, and efficient service for everyone who interacts with the judicial system. As filing activity increased in early 2026 following shifts throughout 2025, the Court remains focused on adapting resources, staffing, and processes to meet the community’s changing needs.
“We are constantly evaluating how we deliver services to ensure the Court remains accessible and responsive to those we serve,” said Johnny Tse, Maricopa Municipal Court Administrator.
In 2025, the Court advanced several initiatives to improve operations and strengthen service delivery, including streamlined case management, improved processing timelines, and enhanced collaboration with justice system partners. These efforts supported efficient day-to-day operations and helped improve the experience for residents navigating the Court system.
Community engagement also played a major role. The Court expanded civic education opportunities, including student mock trials and participation in local school events, while staff contributed to statewide judicial conferences and committees.
“Connecting with the community helps build trust,” Tse noted. “It also helps people better understand how the justice system works and how we’re here to support them.”
Workforce development remained a priority, with staff completing extensive training in ethics, cybersecurity, trauma-informed practices, interpreter services, and leadership.
“I’m especially proud of the workforce excellence and the commitment our staff has shown to professional development,” said Judge Stephen F. McCarville, who presented the report to City Council. “The Arizona Supreme Court requires every judicial officer and court employee to complete 16 hours of training each year, and our team has exceeded that requirement every year. In 2025, staff averaged 41.5 hours of training.”
He added that the Court's investment in training extends beyond meeting requirements. Every employee is cross trained across multiple areas of Court operations, allowing staff to answer a wide range of questions without transferring callers between departments.
These efforts support a workplace culture focused on professionalism and continuous improvement.
Looking ahead, the Court is preparing to respond to increased activity, including a growing demand for protective orders, while continuing to refine procedures, improve efficiency, and expand community education opportunities.
Watch the full presentation to City Council here