Mineral Combined Court cases in Mineral County, Creede, CO
Mineral County District Court in Creede is a Colorado state district court (trial court of general jurisdiction) within the Twelfth Judicial District. It has countywide jurisdiction over felony criminal cases; major civil disputes; domestic relations (divorce, allocation of parental responsibilities, child support); probate (estates and guardianships); juvenile delinquency and dependency matters; mental health commitments; protection orders; and appeals from Mineral County Court. It also hears serious traffic offenses associated with felonies, while minor traffic and most misdemeanors are handled in county court.
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Services and Case Types Handled in Mineral Combined Court
Mineral County District Court is a general-jurisdiction trial court serving the public by resolving disputes, enforcing laws, protecting rights and safety, and maintaining official records. Core services include:
- Case intake and filings: civil (contracts, injury, property), criminal (felonies and certain misdemeanors), family (divorce, custody, child support), juvenile, probate/estates, and guardianship/conservatorship.
- Protective orders: domestic violence, stalking, and related temporary/permanent orders.
- Court hearings and trials: arraignments, motion hearings, settlement conferences, bench and jury trials, sentencings, and review hearings.
- Jury services: juror qualification, summons, orientation, hardship requests, attendance, and payment.
- Records and calendars: public access to dockets, certified copies, case searches, and scheduling.
- Financial services: filing fees, fines, restitution, and payment plans.
- Support services: interpreters, ADA accommodations, self-help forms, and referrals.