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Common Pleas Court

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1. Am I in the right Court?

There are four different Lucas County courts that deal with different types of cases.

The General Division, which is referred to as the Common Pleas Court handles felony criminal cases and civil cases involving foreclosures, personal injury claims, and cases with large sums of money.

The Domestic Relations Court handles divorces and dissolutions, as well as support and custody matters for children.

The Juvenile Court takes care of offenses involving children under 18 years of age, including traffic cases, criminal offenses, and paternity cases.

Probate Court deals with estates when someone has died, the civil commitment of those with mental illness, adoptions, and marriage licenses.

There are also Municipal Courts for Toledo, Maumee, Oregon, and Sylvania.
Municipal Courts handle misdemeanor criminal cases, traffic cases, and civil cases with smaller sums of money involved.

2. How can I find out more about my case?

View Court Docket located on our website.

3. How do I change my Court date?

You need to contact the Court where your case is filed. See response to FAQ, "Am I in the right Court? if you are unsure of which court to contact.

You should also read any paperwork you have been given from prior appearances in the court for contact information.

In the Common Pleas Court, only the Judge can approve a change in your court date. You will need to call the Judges' courtroom and explain your situation and request the change in your court date. The telephone number for each Judge is listed in the Directory.