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MICHIGAN COURT SYSTEM
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Biographies of Michigan Supreme Court Justices
- Current (Michigan Supreme Court)
- Past (Michigan Supreme Court Historical Society)
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Michigan Supreme Court Historical Society
Biographies, special sessions, speeches, projects, and publications.
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Michigan Courts Self-Help Center
Information about the courts for the public.
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The Michigan Court System (98KB PDF)
Outline about the court system created for the Educator's Workshop.
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Your Guide to Accessing the Michigan Courts
Online training module created for new court employees that discusses the three branches of government, the structure and functions of the state courts, and types of cases. The References section includes a printable four-page guide.
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One Court of Justice (17KB PDF)
A brief explanation of the Michigan court system by the State Court Administrative Office.
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Your Guide to the Michigan Courts (132KB PDF)
A quick reference guide to the court system by the Michigan Judicial Institute.
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Specialty Courts (Teen Courts / Drug Courts)
Specialized court programs handle particular issues, such as juveniles and alcohol/drug offenders.
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Michigan Equal Access
Resources from the State Bar of Michigan for groups with special needs or who face barriers to court access. "Information on Family Legal Issues" relates to young people.
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Michigan Government Television
Cablecasts of the Michigan Supreme Court oral arguments are aired across the state on local Michigan Government Television (MGTV) stations.
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LEARN MORE: OTHER COURTS & TRIALS
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American Bar Association, How The Court Works: Steps in a Trial
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Understanding The Federal Courts
An introduction to the federal judicial system, its organization, and its relationship to the legislative and executive branches of the government.
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LEARN MORE: CONSTITUTION
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Astonishing Document: The American Constitution
Streaming video of Chief Justice Clifford W. Taylor discussing the U.S. Constitution on Michigan Government Television.
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Ideas for Celebrating Constitution Day, September 17 (46KB PDF)
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LEARN MORE: CAREERS
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Learning Center, Careers in the Court System (149KB PDF)
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American Bar Association, Careers In Law (PDF)
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LEARN MORE: GLOSSARIES & TERMS
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Learning Center, A Day in Court
Terms related to a trial.
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Michigan Judicial Institute, Handbook of Legal Terms
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