Justice Court announces new online warrant list

Published on May 05, 2026

Helena, MT — Lewis and Clark County has launched a new online resource that allows members of the public to quickly find out whether they have an outstanding arrest warrant under the jurisdiction of the Justice Court.

The new webpage is designed to promote transparency and help residents address issues before they become stressful or disruptive. Outstanding warrants are frequently tied to minor matters, such as traffic tickets or missed court dates, and many people are surprised to learn they have one.

“People are often caught off guard when they find out there’s a warrant in their name,” said Justice of the Peace Mark Piskolich, Justice Court. “In many cases, it’s something simple like a traffic citation or paperwork that wasn’t finalized the way they thought it was. The online list gives people a straightforward way to check and take care of the issue.”

Residents can access the warrant list by visiting https://www.lccountymt.gov/WarrantList. Those who discover they have an outstanding warrant are encouraged to contact the Justice Court at 406-447-8201 or 406-447-8202 to discuss options and make arrangements to resolve the matter.

“The most important thing to know is that the Justice Court is here to help,” Piskolich added. “If you reach out to us, we can walk you through next steps and work with you to address the situation.”

County officials also note that the online warrant list can help residents protect themselves from scams. Law enforcement agencies do not contact people by text message to demand payment or threaten immediate arrest for warrants or traffic violations. Residents who receive suspicious calls or text messages claiming they have a warrant are encouraged to independently check the official warrant list to verify the claim. If a name does not appear on the list, the message is likely a scam, and no payment or personal information should be provided.

Officials emphasize that checking the list does not automatically trigger enforcement action. Instead, the goal is to give residents information and encourage proactive communication.

For questions or assistance, residents may contact the Justice Court at 406-447-8201 or 406-447-8202 or visit https://www.lccountymt.gov/Government/Justice-Court for more information.

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