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​The following is a list of links to information about courts and judges in Oakland County.

Oakland County District Courts and Judges: 
Courts handle misdemeanor violations and preliminary examinations on felony cases. Jurisdiction includes civil actions not exceeding $25,000. (Juror Information)

Oakland County Circuit Court  and Judges:
Court handles civil and criminal cases and appeals from the District and Probate Courts. Jurisdiction includes Family Division and Friend of the Court. (Juror Information)  
 
Other areas within the Circuit Court:
Family Division (Circuit Court):
Handles divorce, child custody, adoptions, juvenile delinquency, abuse and neglect, personal protection orders, minor conservatorships and guardianships. The Family Division is comprised of four Circuit Court judges and three Probate judges. 

 

Friend of the Court (Circuit Court/Family Division):
Handles specific areas of domestic relations. It administers the SMILE Program for divorced couples with children. Friend of the Court Referees are assigned from the Circuit Court -- see Family Division Assignments.

 
Oakland County Probate Court:
Handles decedent estates, guardianships, conservatorships, mental health and trust matters. (Probate Judges)
 

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Traffic Tickets: 52nd District Court Novi, Clarkston, Rochester Hills, Troy

Traffic Tickets: 16th, 18th, 23rd, 29th, 32A, 41B, 43rd, 44th, 48th, 50th District Courts
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Taylor, Wayne, Westland

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By Court Order, individuals entering the Courthouse are to abide by the following court rules:

No cameras, camera phones, or electronic recording devices;


No weapons or cutting instruments allowed.