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Chief Judge William C. McConico presides over the Court and oversees 28 judges and 6 magistrates. Court Administrator LaWanda Crosby provides daily oversight for the non-judicial functions of the Court and approximately 300 staff.
The 36th District Court is dedicated to administering justice in an equitable, impartial, and timely manner in accordance with the rule of law.
The 36th District Court is the largest district court in the state of Michigan and one of the busiest courts in the United States. More people have contact with the district court than any other court. For this reason, it is often referred to as the "People's Court".

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Court Closure Notice: Martin Luther King Jr. Day - January 19, 2026

Jan 5, 2026
The 36th District Court will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The Court will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, January 20, 2026.
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