Local Rules Notice

The following Local Court Rules have been amended or added in 2017: Rule 13, Schedule 4.01 (cutoff time for bail under Schedule 4.01); Rule 13, Schedule 9.00 (new Supervised Community Service Fee); Rule 17 (PVB appeals); Rule 9.16(B) (rescinded; e-filing now governed by interim orders). View Local Rules.

Self Help Resource Center

The Franklin County Municipal Court's new Self Help Resource Center is now open. The Resource Center is located on the 6th floor of 375 S. High Street, and is open to the public between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

The Resource Center cannot provide legal advice or representation. But, people representing themselves in Municipal Court can get basic information about the court system, about forms and applications, and about other available resources. The Resource Center is only for civil matters such as applications to seal criminal records, landlord tenant, and consumer issues. The Resource Center is not for criminal or traffic cases. Those that qualify based on their financial situation can get additional assistance from staff at the Resource Center.

The Resource Center does not accept appointments and staff cannot provide information over the phone, so please come visit in person! For more information about the Resource Center, please visit www.fcmcselfhelpcenter.org