Hitchcock County District Court

Hitchcock County District Court cases in Hitchcock County, Trenton, NE

Hitchcock County District Court in Trenton, Nebraska, is a state district (trial) court of general jurisdiction. It conducts jury and bench trials and has authority over felony criminal prosecutions, significant civil actions (including tort, contract, and equity matters), and domestic relations cases such as divorce, paternity, and child custody. The court also issues injunctions and protection orders and hears appeals from the Hitchcock County Court and certain administrative decisions. Routine misdemeanors, probate, small claims, and most traffic infractions originate in county court, though traffic-related felonies and appealed matters are handled by the district court.

Hitchcock County District Court Contact and Location Information

Services and Case Types Handled in Hitchcock County District Court

Hitchcock County District Court (Nebraska) is the general-jurisdiction trial court serving the public by:
- Accepting and maintaining case filings; opening cases; scheduling hearings and trials; issuing orders and subpoenas; and providing access to court records and approved forms.
- Managing jury services, including summons, orientation, reporting instructions, and juror compensation.

Primary case types:
- Felony criminal matters (arraignments, pretrial motions, jury trials, sentencings).
- Major civil and equity cases (contract, tort, property, injunctions).
- Domestic relations (divorce, legal separation, paternity, custody, parenting time, child support) including modifications and enforcement.
- Protection orders (domestic abuse, harassment, sexual assault).
- Appeals as authorized (e.g., from county court) and post-judgment enforcement.

The court conducts hearings and trials, ensures due process, and maintains the official record for the community.