42nd Circuit Court


The 42nd Circuit Court is the trial court of general jurisdiction in Michigan. It has jurisdiction over all actions except those given by state law to another court.

The Circuit Court has original jurisdiction in all civil cases involving more than $25,000, in all criminal cases where the offense is a felony or a serious misdemeanor, all domestic relations cases, and all child abuse, neglect, and delinquency cases.

  • Hear lower court appeals
  • Appeals from Local Gov't
  • Some appeals from State Agencies
  • Reduce Recidivism
  • Expedite Cases


Judge Carras
Honorable Stephen P. Carras - Chief Judge

Judge Beale
Honorable Michael J. Beale

HOW TO REACH US

42nd Circuit Court

301 W Main Street

Midland, MI 48640


Phone: (989) 832-6735

Hours: Mon-Fri (8am-5pm)

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