Sixth Circuit Court Bail Bond Information
Have a felony case at Oakland County's Sixth Judicial Circuit Court in Pontiac? Understand what happens after a case is bound over from district court, where criminal bond records are handled, and how to get 24/7 bail bond help.
Oakland County Sixth Circuit Court Information
The Sixth Judicial Circuit Court is Oakland County's circuit court. For criminal matters, it handles felony cases that have been bound over from district courts within Oakland County.
Department 404
Pontiac, MI 48341
8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Oakland County Circuit Court
Pontiac, MI 48341
The Sixth Judicial Circuit Court is located at the Oakland County government campus in Pontiac. Criminal cases at this level are felony matters that have progressed from an Oakland County district court.
How an Oakland County Felony Case Reaches Circuit Court
Circuit court is different from the district courts we have covered. A felony criminal case generally reaches Sixth Circuit Court after initial proceedings in district court.
Arrest
A person is arrested or charged and the criminal case begins.
District Court
Initial felony proceedings take place in the appropriate Oakland County district court.
Bindover
If the felony case proceeds beyond the district-court stage, it may be bound over to circuit court.
Circuit Court
The felony case continues in Oakland County Sixth Judicial Circuit Court.
Follow Bond Orders
The defendant must continue appearing in court and complying with all release and bond conditions.
District Court vs. Circuit Court
Where Felony Cases Begin
Initial felony proceedings generally occur in the district court with jurisdiction over the case.
Those proceedings may include arraignment, probable cause proceedings and preliminary examination.
Where Bound-Over Felony Cases Continue
Oakland County confirms that felony criminal cases filed with the Sixth Judicial Circuit Court are cases bound over from district courts.
Once bound over, later felony proceedings occur at the circuit-court level.
Posting Bond on an Oakland County Circuit Court Case
Bond information can change as a felony case progresses. Confirm the most recent court order and current custody information before attempting to post a bond.
Oakland County Clerk Legal Records
The Oakland County Clerk/Register of Deeds Legal Records Division maintains felony criminal case files for the Sixth Judicial Circuit Court.
The division also collects bond money for criminal and civil cases.
Verify the Current Bond Order
Before posting bond, confirm the defendant's case number, assigned court, current bond amount, bond type and custody location.
This is especially important when a felony case has moved from district court to circuit court.
What Happens After a Case Is Bound Over?
The Case Continues in Circuit Court
Once a felony case is bound over from district court, the Sixth Judicial Circuit Court becomes the court handling the felony case.
Court dates, filings and future proceedings should then be tracked through the circuit court case.
Existing Conditions Still Matter
A defendant released on bond must continue to comply with the bond and release conditions applicable to the case.
Questions about modifying a bond or release condition should be directed to the court or the defendant's attorney.
Bail Bond Agencies & Oakland County
Oakland County maintains requirements for bail bond agents seeking authorization to write surety bonds in criminal cases.
Bondsman Approval Process
The Sixth Judicial Circuit Court requires people seeking to act as compensated sureties in Oakland County criminal cases to submit an application and supporting licensing and insurance documentation.
24/7 Oakland County Assistance
You Call Bail provides bail bond assistance for criminal cases throughout Oakland County.
Call 844-YOU-WALK with the defendant's information so an agent can help determine the next step.
Felony Case? Know What Court You're Dealing With.
A felony case can move from district court into Oakland County Circuit Court. You Call Bail is available 24/7 to help families understand the bond information they have and determine what needs to happen next.
Oakland County Circuit Court Bail FAQs
Where is the Oakland County Sixth Circuit Court?
The Sixth Judicial Circuit Court is located at 1200 N. Telegraph Road, Department 404, Pontiac, MI 48341.
What is the Sixth Circuit Court phone number?
The main Sixth Judicial Circuit Court phone number is 248-858-0344.
What are the Oakland County Circuit Court hours?
Oakland County lists the Sixth Circuit Court's regular hours as Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Does Oakland County Circuit Court handle felony cases?
Yes. Oakland County states that felony criminal cases handled by the Sixth Judicial Circuit Court are cases bound over from the district courts.
Does a felony case start at Sixth Circuit Court?
Generally, no. Initial felony proceedings occur in the appropriate district court. A qualifying felony case is later bound over to Oakland County Circuit Court.
Who maintains felony criminal records for Sixth Circuit Court?
The Oakland County Clerk/Register of Deeds Legal Records Division records and maintains felony criminal case files for the Sixth Judicial Circuit Court.
Does Oakland County Legal Records collect criminal bond money?
Yes. Oakland County lists collecting bond money for criminal and civil cases among the duties of the Clerk's Legal Records Division.
Can bond change after a felony case reaches Circuit Court?
Bond orders and release conditions can be addressed as a criminal case progresses. Always verify the current court order rather than relying on earlier bond information.
Is You Call Bail available 24/7 for Oakland County cases?
Yes. You Call Bail provides 24/7 bail bond assistance for Oakland County. Call 844-YOU-WALK.
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