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Court Judicial Capacity and Court Technology
Oakland County
Summary
Both the Circuit and Probate Courts reported being under-judged; the state study recommends four additional circuit judges (courts say two are realistic), and mental health petitions are up 66% since 2019.
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Last discussed Apr 30, 2026.
Impact analysis
💰Financial impact
Adding judges would require courtrooms and staff with significant budget implications, pending in Lansing legislation.
✅Who benefits
Court users would get faster case resolution and better access.
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