Payment Methods
All fines and costs are due within 10 days of the violation. Failure to act on your citation within 10 days will result in a default entered on all civil infractions. A default fee will be added.
To Pay Fines & Costs by Credit Card
888-604-7888
Or online at: www.allpaid.com
The “Pay Location Code” is 5025 (Criminal/Traffic Fines and Costs)
Use “Pay Location Code” A003XA when posting a Bond
*A fee for this service will be added to the total amount charged. This fee is 5% of the amount being paid.
In person payments are also accepted in the form of cash, check (must have a valid license and no warrant), money order, or credit/debit card. There is also a drop box located near the front entrance. Do not place cash in the drop box.
Payment Plans
The 22nd District Court Collection Department now offers various payment plans.
*This does not apply to cases that have an active warrant. For more information on an active warrant, please contact (313) 277-8200.
For a payment arrangement, or for further information, contact Collections Officer Emily Bunch, 313.277.8200, ext. 120, ebunch@districtcourt22.com
You may also scan the QR Code, or click the link below, to complete the payment plan form online.
Traffic/Criminal Department
All criminal cases, for persons 18 years or older, begin in the district court. The district court explains to the defendant the charges, his or her rights, and the possible consequences if convicted of the charge. The court also determines the bond amount and collects the bond. If the defendant is charged with a misdemeanor that is punishable by not more than one year in jail, the district court will conduct a trial and sentence the defendant if found guilty. In felony cases (generally, cases that are punishable by more than one year in prison), the district court will set the bond amount and hold a probable cause conference and a preliminary examination to determine if a crime was committed and if there is probable cause to believe the defendant committed the crime. If so, the case is transferred to the circuit court for trial.
- Felonies – Crimes of a more serious nature that usually carry a possible jail term of more than one (1) year.
- Misdemeanors – Crimes, including serious traffic violations, that can result in an arrest. The maximum penalty for crimes in this category is $1000 fine and/or up to one (1) year in jail. Most misdemeanor cases require a mandatory court appearance. Failure to appear may result in a warrant for your arrest.
- Civil Infractions – Minor traffic violations such as speeding, seat belt violations, etc. Civil Infraction violations are non-criminal and punishable by only fines and costs. The Secretary of State may add points to your driving record. Failure to pay a Civil Infraction may result in the suspension of your driver’s license.
*Adjournment requests will be considered for good cause only. All requests must be submitted to the court in writing five (5) days prior to your scheduled court date. Emergency matters will be considered with verifiable circumstances. Contact 313-277-8200 for more information.
Probation Department
The Probation Department oversees individuals sentenced to supervision. The probation officer will meet the individual regularly, assist in securing entry into required treatment programs, and verify compliance with all aspects of the Judge’s sentencing order. Failure to comply with any part of the order, the probation officer will attempt to bring the individual into compliance. If necessary, a probation violation hearing will be scheduled before the Judge.
Probation Officer Alicia Facey, 313-277-8207 or afacey@districtcourt22.com
Civil Division
The 22nd District Court Civil Division is composed of three distinct case types:
General Civil
- Lawsuits involving $25,000 or less
- Disputes between two or more parties
- Everyone has the right to hire their own attorney
- Everyone has the right to a jury trial
- Everyone has the right to appeal
- Corporation must be represented by an attorney
The Process of Starting a General Civil Suit:
- Ensure proper party name and address
- Prepare “Summons & Complaint” forms: MC01 & MC01a
- Pay a filing fee (check, money order, cash)
- Serve the defendant by certified mail restricted delivery or process server
- Confirm that case is started in the correct District Court (defendant’s city of residence)
- 22nd District Court serves the City of Inkster
General Civil Filing Fee
| Claim | Filing Fee |
|---|---|
| Up to $600 | $35 |
| $601 – $1,750 | $55 |
| $1,751 – $10,000 | $75 |
| Over $10,000 < $25,000 | $160 |
Filing Fee Other Than Money Judgment
| Other than money damages / Claim & Deliver |
|---|
| $85 (add value of claim) |
Landlord/Tenant
The 22nd District Court handles matters involving Landlord / Tenant disputes. This includes those involving eviction procedures such as non-payment of rent or termination of tenancy.
Filing a Landlord/Tenant Case in the 22nd District Court:
When filing a Landlord/Tenant case in the 22nd District Court, you must provide the following to the court:
- Summons packet (Form DC 104)
- Complaint form packet
- Non-payment of rent (Form DC 102a)
- To recover possession of property (Form DC 102c)
- Original notice of either of the following:
- Demand for Possession/Non-Payment of Rent – 7-Day (Form DC 100a)
- Notice to Quit to Recover Possession of Property – 30-Day (Form DC 100c
- Lease (if applicable)
- Advice of Rights (Form DC 538
- One self-address envelope with paid postage
- One envelope addressed to each defendant with paid postage
- Filing fee: Check made payable to the 22nd District Court
- Plaintiffs may request the court mail a second copy of the Summons, Complaint and Attachments at least 7 days prior to the first hearing (MCR 4.201D). Request must be made via Form DC 536. The cost is $13.00 per defendant (include with your filing fee).
*If more than one defendant is listed, you must include two extra copies of all documents/envelopes/forms per additional defendant.
Fees
- Possession only (no money judgment) & Land Contract Cases – $55
| Possession & Money Damages (The Supplemental Complaint) | Fee |
| $1-$600 | $90 |
| $601-$1,750 | $110 |
| $1,751-$10,000 | $130 |
| $10,001-$25,000 | $215 |
Second Court Mailing Fee (Landlord/Tenant) – $13
There is a $20 Motion Fee for any Motions filed, which must be paid at the time of filing.
Small Claims
The 22nd District Court has collaborated with the Wayne County Dispute Resolution Center for small claims cases as an effective method of resolving disputes that provides parties with the opportunity to reach mutually satisfactory agreements in a non-adversarial manner. Further information regarding the 23rd District Court’s Mediation Program will be provided to parties or upon request.
Wayne County Dispute Resolution Center: info@wcdrc.org
Zoom Meeting ID: 976 212 4708
Small Claims Court can handle most civil cases in which the amount in controversy is $7,000 or less. (Form DC 84) *The court is unable to assist you with the collection of your judgment.
You can only get money in Small Claims cases. If you want something other than money, you can’t file your case in Small Claims Court. For example, you cannot ask for a certain object to be returned, for this you must file a claim and delivery.
Some examples of Small claims cases are:
- A dispute between a landlord and tenant about the return of a security deposit
- Performing, setting aside, or changing a contract
- A car accident where the insurance didn’t cover the damages
- A dishonored check (a check someone wrote to you that the bank did not pay)
- A consumer protection violation (you were harmed by someone’s deceptive business practices); or
- A recreational trespass (someone trespassed on your land while engaging in a recreational activity)
You can’t file your case in Small Claims Court if you want to sue someone for:
- Fraud
- Libel
- Slander
- Assault and battery
- Other intentional harm or damage
$7,000 Maximum
The Small Claims Court can’t award more than $7,000. If you have a case you think is worth more than $7,000, you can still file it in Small Claims Court. But if you do, you lose the right to any amount over $7,000. And you can’t sue again based on the same dispute after a judgment has been awarded.
No Lawyers Allowed
You can’t have a lawyer represent you in a Small Claims case. You have to represent yourself. You need to present your case with evidence.
Either party may request to remove the Small Claims case to regular district court where they may have an attorney.
Small Claims Filing Fee
| Claim | Filing Fee |
|---|---|
| Up to $600 | $30 |
| $601 – $1,750 | $50 |
| $1,751 – $7,000 | $70 |
| **Add certified mailing fee | $16 |