Madison County Circuit Court

Madison County Circuit Court cases in Madison County, Fredericktown, MO

Madison County Circuit Court in Fredericktown, Missouri, is the circuit court (trial court of general jurisdiction) for Madison County and part of Missouri's 24th Judicial Circuit. It exercises original jurisdiction over most local matters, with cases heard in its circuit, associate circuit, probate, family, and juvenile divisions. Typical dockets include felony and misdemeanor criminal cases; civil actions of all amounts, including small claims; domestic relations matters such as dissolution of marriage, child custody, and support; juvenile delinquency and abuse/neglect; probate of estates and guardianships; traffic infractions and driving-related offenses; and municipal ordinance violations. The court also issues and enforces protection orders and maintains case records and judgments.

Madison County Circuit Court Contact and Location Information

Services and Case Types Handled in Madison County Circuit Court

Madison County Circuit Court serves as the county's court of general jurisdiction. It:
- Accepts and maintains case filings for felony criminal matters; major civil disputes (tort, contract, property); and family/domestic relations (divorce, custody, support); and, in some jurisdictions, probate/estate and juvenile matters. It also hears appeals from lower courts.
- Issues and enforces protective orders (e.g., domestic violence orders), restraining orders, and injunctions.
- Schedules and conducts arraignments, motion hearings, bench and jury trials, sentencings, and post-judgment proceedings.
- Manages jury services, including summons, qualification, deferrals, and juror support.
- Provides public access to dockets, calendars, and records; e-filing and in-person filing; payments for fines/fees; forms and self-help resources; interpreter and ADA accommodations; and record certification (copies, transcripts).

For case-specific procedures, consult the clerk's office or the court's website.