What types of cases are heard in the Circuit Court?

Cases

  • Adoptions
  • Appeals from General District Court, and Appeals of civil matters from the Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court
  • Appeals of felonies and misdemeanors committed by juveniles
  • Cases involving juveniles 14 or older that have been certified to the Circuit Court by the Juvenile and Domestic Relations General District Court
  • Civil cases (Law): Exclusive jurisdiction for almost all claims exceeding $15,000
  • Concurrent jurisdiction with the General District Court for claims from $3,000 to $15,000
  • Equity suits
  • Felonies and misdemeanors originating from grand jury indictments
  • Name changes
  • Writs of mandamus, prohibition and certiorari involving proceedings arising from actions of the local governing body

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1. What are the Circuit Court's hours?
2. What types of cases are heard in the Circuit Court?
3. Do I need an attorney to represent me?
4. How much are the Circuit Court's filing fees?
5. How long is a "term" of Circuit Court?
6. How are cases scheduled on the Circuit Court's docket?
7. Where is the Circuit Court located?
8. How can I make a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request?