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Minnesota Judicial Branch seeks public input on strategic plan
February 5, 2026Read moreThe Minnesota Judicial Branch is updating its strategic plan and wants the public's input on its priorities.
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Minnesota judges to offer free Valentine’s Day weddings
Jan. 14, 2026Read moreValentine’s Day is a month away and, to celebrate, Minnesota judges plan to offer free weddings throughout the state.
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Carlton County Treatment Court honors graduates
Feb. 5, 2026Read moreThe Carlton County Recovery Court kicked off the new year by celebrating two participant graduations at the Carlton County Justice Center.
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Cook County Shore Substance Use Recovery Court celebrates graduation
Feb. 5, 2026Read moreThe Cook County Shore Substance Use Recovery Court celebrated the long-awaited graduation of a participant whose recovery started more than five years ago.
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See all Help TopicsChild Support
"Child support" is court-ordered payments for the financial support of a child. Under Minnesota law, a child has the right to be financially supported by both parents.
Conciliation Court
Conciliation Court is also known as "small claims" court. General claims of $20,000 or less can be filed in Conciliation Court.
Criminal Expungement
Expungement is the process of going to court to ask a judge to seal a court record.
Divorce
Getting divorced is a lot more complicated than getting married, and it can take several months before your divorce is final.
Domestic Abuse & Harassment
Minnesota has a law called the Domestic Abuse Act, which is found at Minn. Stat. ch. 518B.
Find a Self Help Center
A Self-Help Center is a place where you can find helpful information, services and resources about your legal problem if you are not represented by an attorney.
Going to Court
People go to court for many reasons, and it’s common not to know what to expect. While it can feel overwhelming, here’s some helpful info and tips.
Landlord & Tenant Issues
Landlord and tenant rights and responsibilities come from federal and state laws, local rules, safety codes, contracts, and court decisions.
How Do I...?
eFile in District Court
eFS is a web-based system used to electronically file and serve documents in the Minnesota district courts.
Participate in a Remote Hearing
The Minnesota Judicial Branch is conducting some court hearings remotely.
Represent Myself in Court
A person who goes to court without being represented by a lawyer is called "self-represented" or "pro se." Pro se is a Latin term that means "for oneself."
Access the Supreme Court Calendar
Calendars and case summaries are available each month of the term.
Access the Court of Appeals Calendar
Court of Appeals oral arguments are open to the public.