Common Pleas
Common Pleas Courts have jurisdiction in criminal felony cases and in civil cases in which the amount in controversy is more than $15,000.00.
Municipal Court
Municipal Courts handle misdemeanor criminal cases and traffic charges, as well as civil cases in which the amount in controversy is less than $15,000.00.
Attention: Please be advised that the Hamilton County Court of Common Pleas, General Division and the Hamilton County Municipal Court will be closed on Thursday, November 28th and Friday, November 29th with the exception of the Municipal Court Morning Arraignment Docket (Room A) on Friday morning.
Attention: Please be advised that anyone entering the Hamilton County Courthouse must enter the building and go through a Sheriff’s Security Checkpoint. Between the hour of 8:30 A.M. to 9:30 A.M. patrons will encounter much longer lines and wait times. Please make sure to take this into consideration when determining your arrival time. Note: Courthouse will open daily at 8:00 A.M.