In Detroit, 3rd Circuit Court Judges are on the primary ballot August 6th.

The decisions elected judges make impact majority Black Detroiters every day. Make sure to VOTE in the primary election, August 6, 2024.

Court Break Down so you can Boss Up!

District courts and circuits courts are similar in how they handle cases but differ in which cases they hear. District and circuit courts are both trial courts, which means that the cases can be heard in front of a jury of peers or a bench trial. However, the courts differ in what issues can be brought before the court.

DISTRICT COURTS handle misdemeanor and some felony matters. On the civil side, district courts handle small claims and general civil matters up to $25,000, tenant-landlord matters, and civil infractions.

CIRCUIT COURTS handle civil suits over $25,000, domestic relations, and family court (i.e. adoption, child welfare, divorce, and custody proceedings). They also handle miscellaneous items, such as Driver's License restoration and personal protection orders. The circuit court can also hear appeals from certain issues at the district level.

JURISDICTIONS are geographic boundaries that establish where residents can bring court cases. Circuit courts and district courts cover all of Michigan. The City of Detroit is served by the 36th District Court and the 3rd Circuit.

The 2024 Primary Election is Tuesday August 6! 

Am I Registered? Visit www.mi.gov/vote to see if you are registered to vote or call your city clerk’s office.

Where Do I Vote? Visit www.mi.gov/vote to verify that your polling location has not changed. 

Michigan Voter Information Center: michigan.gov/vote

Detroit City Clerk’s Office, 2978 W. Grand Blvd. (313) 224-3260

detroitmi.gov/departments/elections

If you have a problem voting call 1-866-OUR-VOTE