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NOTICE - Those attending Franklin County Municipal Court arraignments on Saturday, April 27, 2024, could run into traffic delays if they are not at the courthouse prior to the 8:30 a.m. arraignment hearings.  A marathon will start in Downtown Columbus at 9 a.m. April 27.   Courthouse visitors can utilize two parking decks, one accessible off Mound Street and the other off South Front Street. To enter either parking facility, motorists are advised to access Mound Street at Grant Street and head west. Motorists will be able to access the Mound Street garage before reaching High Street. Motorists wishing to cross High Street to access the Fulton Street garage could run into delays.  Police officers will be stationed along High Street and can allow motorists to pass and proceed to Fulton Street, but only when the traffic does not interfere with the runners.  
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Call: (614) 645-8214

Visit: 375 S. High St., Columbus, OH 43215

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Duty Room

The Judges are assigned to the Duty Room on a weekly rotating basis.

Hours of operation: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM / 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: 375 S. High St, 10th Fl., Courtroom 10C
Phone: (614) 645-3889


The responsibilities of the Duty Judge include: 

  • Sign electronic and walk-in search warrants and subpoenas
  • Rule on motions filed on all non-assigned civil cases
  • Approve all rulings decided by Magistrates
  • Hold hearings for show cause and exemption requests
  • Hold hearings for requests for warrant set asides. Parties must contact the Prosecutors' office at (614) 645-7483 to schedule a hearing.
  • Civil ceremonies are performed at the Judges' discretion and by appointment only. A $25.00 processing fee must be paid on the 3rd floor in the Clerk's Office Civil Division prior to the ceremony. On the day of the ceremony, parties must bring their marriage license, certificate, and receipt for the processing fee. 

Need to schedule a ceremony with the Court? 

Request a Wedding    
 

Need more marriage license information?

Contact the Franklin County Probate Court at (614) 525-3108.

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