Hagerstown is materially different from most Wayne County towns because it has its own active Town Court.
The Town also maintains a current Traffic Code regulating parking, pedestrians, bicycles, ATVs, off-road vehicles, and golf carts. (Hagerstown Code)
Which Court Handles a Hagerstown Traffic Ticket?
Hagerstown Town Court 49 East College Street Hagerstown, IN 47346-1299 Phone: 765-489-6219
The current Indiana court directory identifies Judge Susan Bell at this location.
Hagerstown's municipal code confirms the existence and authority of its elected Town Court judge. (American Legal Publishing)
Do not assume every Hagerstown-area citation belongs in Wayne Superior Court No. 3. Use the court printed on the citation.
Hagerstown Indiana Online Driver Safety Program
ABetterDriver.com offers an Indiana BMV-approved online DSP for $28.95.
A Town Court requirement is separate from a BMV-approved DSP requirement, so verify exactly what the judge ordered.
Wayne County Infraction Deferral
The Wayne County Clerk directs general Prosecutor Infraction Deferral questions to 765-973-9406. (Wayne County)
A case assigned to Hagerstown Town Court should be checked against the specific court and Prosecutor instructions rather than assuming the same process as every Richmond traffic case.
Driving in Hagerstown: SR 38, SR 1 and Recreational Vehicles
State Road 38 and State Road 1
Indiana's current Whitewater Canal Scenic Byway designation begins in Wayne County on S.R. 38 at Hagerstown, travels east on S.R. 38 to S.R. 1, and then turns south. (INDOT)
That establishes both S.R. 38 and S.R. 1 as genuine Hagerstown-area state-highway corridors.
ATVs, ORVs and Golf Carts
Hagerstown's current code permits qualifying:
ATVs.
Recreational off-road vehicles.
Golf carts
on roads under Town jurisdiction, subject to the code. (American Legal Publishing)
Importantly, the ordinance expressly states that it does not apply to roads and highways within the state highway system.
Therefore, permission to operate one of these vehicles on a Hagerstown town street should not be interpreted as permission to travel along S.R. 1 or S.R. 38.
Hagerstown Traffic Code
The current Town Code includes separate chapters for:
Traffic rules.
Stopping, standing and parking.
Pedestrians.
Bicycles.
Parking schedules.
ATVs, ORVs and golf carts. (Hagerstown Code)
This gives Hagerstown enough municipal traffic content for a substantive standalone page.
BMV Services for Hagerstown Drivers
Hagerstown does not have a full BMV branch.
The Wayne County branch is in Richmond.
Hagerstown Indiana Online Traffic School FAQ
Does Hagerstown have its own court?
Yes. Hagerstown Town Court is an active Indiana court.
Where is Hagerstown Town Court?
49 East College Street.
What is the court phone number?
765-489-6219.
Does every Hagerstown ticket go to Richmond?
No. Check the citation because Hagerstown has its own Town Court.
Do SR 38 and SR 1 serve Hagerstown?
Yes. The official Whitewater Canal Scenic Byway route uses both highways at Hagerstown. (INDOT)
Are golf carts allowed on Hagerstown streets?
They are permitted on qualifying town-jurisdiction roads subject to the ordinance. (American Legal Publishing)
Does that mean I can drive a golf cart on SR 1 or SR 38?
No. The ordinance excludes roads in the state highway system. (American Legal Publishing)
Does Hagerstown regulate parking?
Yes. The current Town Traffic Code includes parking regulations and schedules. (Hagerstown Code)
Can I take a BMV-approved online DSP from Hagerstown?
Yes.
Can it give me the Indiana 4-point credit?
Yes.
Does it automatically satisfy a Hagerstown Town Court order?
No. Verify the court order first.
Is there a BMV branch in Hagerstown?
No. The current county branch is in Richmond.
Complete Your Indiana Online Driver Safety Program From Hagerstown
ABetterDriver.com offers a BMV-approved Indiana online DSP for $28.95.
If Hagerstown Town Court ordered a specific course, verify its requirements before enrolling.
Sources
Hagerstown Code of Ordinances. (Hagerstown)
Hagerstown recreational-vehicle ordinance. (American Legal Publishing)
Whitewater Canal Scenic Byway. (INDOT)
Wayne County foundation page.
Time-sensitive information verified August 21, 2026.
