Phelps County District Court

Phelps County District Court cases in Phelps County, Holdrege, NE

Phelps County District Court in Holdrege, Nebraska, is a state district court and the trial court of general jurisdiction for Phelps County. It hears major civil and equity cases; felony and other serious criminal matters; and domestic relations cases, including divorce, paternity, and child custody/support. The court also reviews appeals from Phelps County Court and certain administrative agencies. While most misdemeanors, probate, small claims, and routine traffic infractions originate in county court, the district court handles traffic-related felonies and traffic appeals within its jurisdiction, providing both original and appellate judicial functions in the county.

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Services and Case Types Handled in Phelps County District Court

Phelps County District Court serves the public as the local trial court of general jurisdiction. Core functions include:
- Case filings and records: civil actions, domestic relations (divorce, custody, support), felony criminal matters, post‑judgment proceedings, and appeals from lower courts/administrative agencies; record access and certified copies.
- Protective orders: intake and filing of domestic abuse, harassment, and sexual‑assault protection orders; ex parte review, hearings, and service coordination.
- Court hearings: scheduling and noticing of arraignments, motion hearings, trials (jury and bench), sentencings, and judgment enforcement.
- Jury services: juror qualification and summons, orientation and check‑in, deferrals/excuses, employer letters, and juror compensation.
- Financial/clerical services: filing fees, court costs, restitution and bond processing, payment plans, and issuance of writs and judgments.
- Access services: interpreter scheduling and ADA accommodations.