48th District Court Forms
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DC 84
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Small Claims Affidavit and Claim
DC 84 • Start a small claims case
Use when: Filing claims up to $6,500
Notice of Small Claims Hearing
DC 85 • Notify defendant of hearing
Use when: After court sets hearing date
Small Claims Judgment
DC 86 • Court's decision
Use when: After judge rules
Motion to Set Aside Default
DC 100 • Challenge default judgment
Use when: If you missed court date
Objection to Garnishment
DC 103 • Challenge wage garnishment
Use when: Disputing garnishment
Request for Installment Payments
DC 31 • Payment plan request
Use when: Can't pay judgment in full
Civil Complaint
DC 01 • Start civil lawsuit
Use when: Claims over $6,500
Summons
DC 02 • Notify defendant
Use when: With complaint filing
Answer to Complaint
DC 03 • Respond to lawsuit
Use when: If you're being sued
Default Application
DC 05 • Request default judgment
Use when: Defendant didn't respond
Discovery Demand
DC 23 • Request evidence
Use when: Need documents/info
Subpoena
DC 11 • Compel witness/documents
Use when: Force testimony
Writ of Execution
DC 06 • Seize property
Use when: Collect from assets
Request for Garnishment
DC 04 • Garnish wages/bank
Use when: Collect from employer/bank
Judgment Debtor Exam
DC 16 • Discover assets
Use when: Find debtor's assets
Satisfaction of Judgment
DC 58 • Mark as paid
Use when: Judgment fully paid
Abstract of Judgment
DC 62 • Create lien
Use when: Lien on property
Installment Payment Order
DC 57 • Set payment plan
Use when: Arrange payments
Security Deposit Claim
DC 84 • Recover security deposit
Use when: Deposit not returned
Rent Claim
DC 84 • Collect unpaid rent
Use when: Tenant owes rent
Property Damage Claim
DC 84 • Damage compensation
Use when: Rental damage
Breach of Lease
DC 84 • Lease violations
Use when: Contract breach
Notice Forms
Various • Required notices
Use when: Before filing
Plea by Mail
DC 72 • Plead to traffic ticket
Use when: Minor violations
Motion to Set Aside Conviction
MC 245 • Clear record
Use when: Eligible convictions
Request for Court-Appointed Attorney
MC 222 • Get legal help
Use when: Cannot afford attorney
Appeal forms
Various • Appeal conviction
Use when: Disagree with verdict
Fee Waiver Request
MC 20 • Waive court fees
Use when: Financial hardship
Affidavit of Indigency
MC 20 • Prove inability to pay
Use when: With fee waiver
Motion forms
Various • Request court action
Use when: Need court order
Subpoena
MC 11 • Compel appearance
Use when: Need witness/documents
Proof of Service
MC 18 • Verify service
Use when: After serving papers
Most Common Forms Explained
When to Use
- • Claims up to $6,500
- • No attorney representation wanted
- • Quick resolution needed
- • Simple money disputes
Required Information
- • Defendant's legal name & address
- • Exact claim amount
- • Date and description of incident
- • Your contact information
Automatically generated after filing DC 84. This form notifies the defendant of the court date.
Court Provides
- • Hearing date and time
- • Courtroom location
- • Case number
You Must
- • Serve defendant properly
- • File proof of service
- • Keep copy for records
Used after winning your case to collect money from defendant's wages or bank account.
Requirements
- • Valid judgment
- • Defendant's employer/bank info
- • $35 garnishment fee
Can Garnish
- • Up to 25% of wages
- • Bank accounts
- • Tax refunds
Common Form Mistakes to Avoid
| Common Mistake | Consequence | How to Avoid |
|---|---|---|
Using wrong defendant name | Case dismissed or delayed | Use exact legal name from business records |
Incorrect claim amount | Wrong court division | Calculate total damages including all costs |
Missing information | Forms rejected | Complete every field, even if 'N/A' |
Wrong form version | Not accepted by court | Use current Michigan forms only |
Improper service address | Service fails | Use physical address, not P.O. Box |
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Where to Get 48th District Court Forms
Location
4280 Telegraph Road
Bloomfield Township, MI 48302
Clerk's Office - First Floor
Hours
Monday - Friday
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Phone: (248) 758-3880
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I get 48th District Court forms?
48th District Court forms are available: 1) At the courthouse (4280 Telegraph Road, Bloomfield Township), 2) Download from Michigan Courts website (courts.michigan.gov), 3) Automatically generated when you file online with PettyLawsuit for $29. All Michigan court forms are free to download.
What forms do I need for small claims at 48th District Court?
For small claims at the 48th District Court (up to $6,500), you need Form DC 84 (Small Claims Affidavit and Claim). After filing, you'll also need Form DC 85 (Notice of Small Claims Hearing) for service. PettyLawsuit automatically generates all required forms.
Can I file 48th District Court forms online?
Yes, you can file forms online for the 48th District Court through services like PettyLawsuit. We handle all form preparation and filing for $29 plus court fees. This saves you a trip to the Bloomfield Township courthouse and ensures forms are completed correctly.
What's the difference between DC 84 and DC 01 forms?
Form DC 84 is for small claims (up to $6,500) with no attorneys allowed and simplified procedures. Form DC 01 is for general civil cases ($6,501-$25,000) where attorneys are permitted and procedures are more formal. Use DC 84 for most consumer disputes under $6,500.
Are Michigan court forms complicated to fill out?
Michigan court forms require precise information including correct legal names, addresses, exact claim amounts, and detailed case descriptions. Common errors include wrong defendant names, incorrect addresses, or missing information. PettyLawsuit's service eliminates these errors by auto-filling forms correctly.