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Chief Judge William C. McConico presides over the Court and oversees 28 judges and 5 magistrates. Court Administrator LaWanda Crosby provides daily oversight for the non-judicial functions of the Court and approximately 350 staff.

The 36th District Court is the largest district court in the state of Michigan and one of the busiest courts in the United States. More people have contact with the district court than any other court. For this reason, it is often referred to as the "People's Court".

The 36th District Court is dedicated to administering justice in an equitable, impartial, and timely manner in accordance with the rule of law.

The 36th District Court shall provide the public and other agencies it serves with an accessible, safe and respectful environment in which to conduct business and resolve disputes.

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36th District Court Community Newsletter - Vol. 1

Apr 14, 2021
Court Closure Notice: Memorial Day - Monday, May 31, 2021.

Apr 05, 2021
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Feb 11, 2021

The 36th District Court has exclusive jurisdiction over the following matters occurring within the City of Detroit:
G eneral Civil: Lawsuits seeking damages up to $25,000.
Landlord-Tenant: Disputes between a landlord and tenant(s).
Small Claims: Money disputes up to $6,000.
Criminal: Felony offenses from arraignment through preliminary examination and misdemeanor offenses.
Traffic: Misdemeanor citations/tickets including statute and ordinance violations and civil infractions.

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All Civil filings can be submitted via the website, fax, or U.S. Mail to: 421 Madison St Detroit, MI 48226 Attn: Civil Division. Civil filings not requiring a filing fee may be faxed to 313-967-7551 all other filings must be made by mail or the web.

The Court facility remains closed at this time, except for in-person preliminary exams ONLY. All other dockets will proceed virtually. If you have questions concerning a scheduled virtual proceeding, please call 313-965-8700.

Effective immediately, a mask is required for entry into the courthouse. Only individuals who are a party to a case will be permitted to enter the building, with the exception of minor children.

36th District Court Community Newsletter - Vol. 1

Court Closure Notice: Memorial Day - Monday, May 31, 2021.

Phone Pay/Interactive Voice Recognition (IVR)