Big Horn County Circuit Court

Big Horn County Circuit Court cases in Big Horn County, Basin, WY

Big Horn County Circuit Court in Basin, Wyoming, is a state circuit court of limited jurisdiction. It handles misdemeanor criminal cases, traffic offenses, small claims and other civil actions within statutory limits, and landlord-tenant matters such as evictions. The court issues domestic violence and stalking protection orders, sets bail, conducts initial appearances, and holds preliminary hearings in felony cases before transfer to District Court. Felony trials, divorces, custody and other major family-law matters, juvenile cases, and most high-value civil disputes are within the jurisdiction of the District Court.

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Services and Case Types Handled in Big Horn County Circuit Court

Big Horn County Circuit Court (Wyoming) is a limited-jurisdiction court that provides public access to swift, practical justice. It:
- Accepts and processes case filings and maintains records.
- Handles criminal misdemeanors (traffic, DUI, wildlife, and ordinance violations) and conducts initial appearances, arraignments, bond settings, preliminary hearings in felony cases, and bench or jury trials.
- Hears civil actions up to $50,000, including small claims (up to $6,000), landlord-tenant/evictions (forcible entry and detainer), and replevin.
- Issues and enforces protective orders (domestic violence and stalking) and related warrants.
- Manages jury services: summons, qualification, orientation, and trial panel administration.
- Schedules and holds court hearings (pretrial conferences, motion hearings, settlement conferences, and sentencings).
- Collects fines, fees, and restitution, and monitors compliance (e.g., payment plans).