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Dispute Resolution / Mediation

Mediation is a way to resolve disputes outside of a courtroom through negotiation with the help of a neutral mediator. The Dispute Resolution Department provides mediation services before a lawsuit is filed and during pending lawsuits.

Self Help Center

The Self Help Center is a free walk-in service to help you represent yourself in court without a lawyer. Employees cannot offer legal advice, but can point you to helpful resources and provide legal information.

MARCH Program

The MARCH Program is an on-site resource center partnering with community providers to assist Franklin County residents. The MARCH program will complete basic needs assessments to determine how they can help.

Interpreting Services

Franklin County Municipal Court provides interpreting services for parties and witnesses appearing in Municipal Court in 45 languages and American Sign Language. Interpreters are available for all criminal and civil hearings, trials, motions, and court functions, at no cost.

Pretrial and Probation Services

Pretrial and Probation Services is an evidenced based organization promoting community safety by reducing recidivism, changing offender behavior, and fostering accountability.

Specialized Dockets

This program is made up of two educational programs and five dockets certified by the Supreme Court of Ohio to provide intensive supervision to high risk, high need defendants using promising an evidence based practices with an aim of restorative justice.

About the Court

Prior to 1916, the Court operated under the Justice of the Peace System until the General Assembly of the State of Ohio created the Municipal Court. In 1955, the Court was given countywide jurisdiction and in 1968 it's name was changed to the Franklin County Municipal Court. The Court moved from City Hall in 1979 to the current building at 375 S. High St.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do I do if I get summoned to court?
Where do I pay my fines, costs, tickets and bond?
Can I come watch a trial?
Learn these answers and more to some of the commonly asked questions surrounding the Franklin County Municipal Court.

Events and Media Releases

Get the latest updates on what is happening at the Court. Discover updated policies and procedures, official press releases, and announcements highlighting Franklin County Municipal Court events.

Local Rules

Local Rules govern practice and procedure for cases filed in the Franklin County Municipal Court and are adopted consistent with the Ohio Constitution, Rules of Civil and Criminal Procedure, and the Rules of Superintendence. The Court accepts comments on any proposed rule changes to take into consideration prior to adoption.

Meet the Judges

The Court has fourteen (14) General Division judges and one (1) Environmental Division judge who preside over civil, criminal, and traffic cases and conduct both jury and non-jury trials. Judges are elected to a six (6) year term and each have their own bailiff and secretary.

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