Ellis County Courthouse

Ellis County Courthouse Court cases in Ellis County, Arnett, OK

Ellis County District Court in Arnett, Oklahoma, is a state district court and the county's trial court of general jurisdiction. It handles the full range of local judicial matters, including felony and misdemeanor criminal cases; civil actions (from small claims to higher-value disputes); family and domestic relations cases such as divorce, custody, and support; probate and estate proceedings; juvenile matters; protective orders; traffic cases; and mental health commitments. The court also conducts preliminary proceedings in criminal cases and oversees the enforcement of judgments and orders within its countywide jurisdiction.

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Services and Case Types Handled in Ellis County Courthouse

Ellis County District Court serves as the county's trial court of general jurisdiction. It handles felony criminal cases; civil disputes (contracts, personal injury, property); family law (divorce, custody, child support); juvenile matters; probate/guardianship; and protective orders (family violence/stalking). Public-facing services include accepting case filings (including electronic where available); issuing summons and subpoenas; maintaining records and certified copies; scheduling and conducting court hearings, conferences, and trials; and publishing dockets/calendars. The court administers jury services (summons, qualification, check-in, deferrals, and payment). It processes and enforces protective orders, assesses and collects fees/fines, and coordinates interpreters and ADA accommodations. Its functional role is to provide accessible, timely, and impartial adjudication and procedural guidance so residents can file cases, obtain orders, meet court obligations, and resolve disputes.