Michigan 45th District Court
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What is the 45th District Court?
The 45th District Court serves the south Oakland cities of Oak Park, Huntington Woods, Pleasant Ridge, and Royal Oak Township. Located in Oak Park, the 45th District Court is where a felony case starts when the underlying charges arise out of these cities.
The 45th District Court Judges
The Oak Park District Court is presided over by Judge Michelle Friedman Appel and Judge David Gubow. Both judges are in charge of handling all types of misdemeanor crimes like Huntington Woods domestic violence cases and Pleasant Ridge possession of marijuana charges. They both sit in review of all felony cases, deciding whether they should be bound over to circuit court for trial.
Our Experiences in the 45th District Court
We’ve tried jury trials there over the years and have handled serious felonies as well. The judges in the Oak Park District Court are fair and allow us the necessary time to develop the complex legal strategies that we are known for. They give us a chance to set the stage for a strong defense in the Oakland County Circuit Court.
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