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13th Circuit Court Judges
Welcome to the 13th Judicial Circuit Court Website
On behalf of the Judges and staff of the Circuit Court of Antrim, Grand Traverse and Leelanau Counties, welcome to our website.
The 13th Judicial Circuit has three locations. The Circuit Court is a state trial court where issues involving rights and responsibilities of individuals and Michigan laws are tried. Our Judges hear civil lawsuits involving the awarding of money (matters over $25,000) and enforcement of rights between individuals. The Judges also try criminal cases where the state charges as felonies when laws have been broken and punishment should be imposed.
The Circuit Court also handles family matters including divorce. In addition, the Circuit Court hears cases appealed from the District Court.
This Court has two Circuit Court Judges - Hon. Philip E. Rodgers, Jr., and Hon. Thomas G. Power. The mission of the Circuit Court is to protect rights and liberties, uphold and interpret the law and provide for the peaceful resolution of disputes.
Courthouse hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Please take note of the services offered within the website and the various links for information and services available.
Antrim County Circuit Court
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Grand Traverse County Circuit Court
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Leelanau County Circuit Court
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Use the following link to access:
Circuit Court (Family Division) Civil Cases
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The electronic filing (e-filing) of pleadings and other documents in the 13th Circuit Court is mandatory for all files with "C" and "N" case codes. Mandatory e-filing is authorized by Local Administrative Order 2010-4. This link will direct you to information that will assist you in the use of TrueFile, this Court's e-file software. |
Credit Card Payments
(for CIRCUIT COURT costs and fines)
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GRAND TRAVERSE COUNTY CIRCUIT COURT ONLY |