The determination of who has the legal duty and power to care for a person under age 18 years or a person 18 years or older, who because of some legal disability such as incompetence, is considered unable to care for him/herself.
Where do I go?
The Probate Court where the person resides or is fo…
Proceedings to recover possession of premises and/or obtain a money judgment.
Where do I go?
The District Court where the premises are located. If there is a claim for a money judgement on a landlord/tenant case, the District Court has jurisdiction up to $25,000. If a claim for mone…
The determination of who has the legal duty and power to care for a person under age 18 years or a person 18 years or older, who because of some legal disability such as incompetence, is considered unable to care for him/herself.
Where do I go?
The Probate Court where the person resides or is fo…
Cases involving lawsuits between two or more parties seeking money damages, injunctions, or equitable relief
Where do I go?
In general it depends on the amount of the dispute. Claims of $25,000 or less are handled in the District Court. Claims greater than $25,000 are handled in the Circu…
The most serious category of criminal offenses punishable by more than 1 year in prison.
Where do I go?
Felonies involving persons under 17 years of age are handled as delinquency cases in the Family Court where the minor resides. In some situations, the charge may be waived to the criminal…