Martin County Circuit Court

Martin County Circuit Court cases in Martin County, Shoals, IN

Martin County Circuit Court (Martin Circuit Court) in Shoals, Indiana, is a circuit-level trial court of general jurisdiction serving Martin County. It is the county's primary forum for initial filings and trials, handling a full range of matters under Indiana law. Common case types include civil actions (contracts, torts, property), criminal cases (felonies and misdemeanors), family and domestic relations (divorce, custody, paternity, child support), juvenile matters (delinquency, CHINS), probate and guardianships, small claims, traffic and infractions, and local ordinance violations. The court also issues protective orders and oversees related pretrial, post-judgment, and enforcement proceedings within its jurisdiction.

Martin County Circuit Court Contact and Location Information

Services and Case Types Handled in Martin County Circuit Court

Martin County Circuit Court functions as the county's trial court of general jurisdiction, providing public access to justice and case management.

Case types typically include:
- Felony criminal matters
- Significant civil disputes
- Family/domestic relations (divorce, custody, support)
- Juvenile delinquency and dependency
- Probate, guardianship, and mental health
- Traffic and certain misdemeanors
- Small claims (where assigned)

Core public services:
- Case filings and e-filing intake
- Issuance and enforcement of protective orders/injunctions
- Scheduling and conducting hearings, trials, and motions
- Jury services (summons, qualification, orientation, and juror support)
- Records, docket, and calendar access
- Processing fines, fees, and restitution
- Self-help forms and clerk assistance
- Mediation/ADR referrals
- Interpreter and ADA accommodations
- Specialty/problem-solving courts, if offered

The court coordinates with the clerk and justice partners to ensure timely, fair resolution of cases.