Established by statute in 1965, the Family Court's mission is to provide a fair, speedy, economical, and accessible forum for the resolution of matters involving families and children.
Children
The Family Court hears legal matters involving children. These include:
- Delinquency.
- Status offenses.
- Abuse and neglect.
- Termination of parental rights.
- Adoption.
- Guardianships.
- Detention.
Domestic Relations
The Family Court also hears domestic relations cases, including:
- Divorce.
- Child support.
- Paternity.
- Uniform child custody jurisdiction cases.
- Miscellaneous custody matters.
Domestic Violence
Domestic violence cases include:
- Requests for civil restraining orders involving family members.
- Persons charged with the offense of abuse of family and household members.
- Felony charges limited to offenses against household members.
Other Cases
The Family Court also hears civil commitment cases, guardianships of adults, and adult abuse cases.
