How do I file a criminal case?
Crime victims must make a report with the Sheriff’s Department and then present a copy of the incident report to the Magistrate. The Magistrate will determine if there is enough probable cause to file an arrest warrant. The Sheriff’s Department will sign the arrest warrant.

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1. What kind of civil cases are heard in Magistrate Court?
2. How do I file a civil case in Magistrate Court?
3. Where do I file my civil case?
4. I have a judgment from Magistrate’s court; how do I have it executed?
5. How do I file a criminal case?
6. What can I do if I accept a check for payment of merchandise or services and bank returns the check due to insufficient funds, or for some other reason?
7. Can you tell me how to appeal a decision of the Summary Court?
8. Can you explain an “expungement”?
9. What is PTI?
10. Can I discuss my case with the Judge?