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St. Clair County 72nd District Court
Filing fees, hours, e-filing rules, and the forms the clerk in Port Huron expects from self-represented filers.
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Quick Answer
Where and how do I file at the 72nd District Court?
The St. Clair County 72nd District Court is located at 201 McMorran Blvd, Port Huron, MI 48060. Clerk hours are Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Paper filing is standard for small claims and landlord-tenant matters. Some civil case types accept MiFILE submissions. Filing fees are set by Michigan statute, so they do not change from county to county — a fee waiver is available through form MC 20.
Address
201 McMorran Blvd, Port Huron, MI 48060
Clerk phone
(810) 985-2077Hours
Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
E-filing
Paper filing is standard for small claims and landlord-tenant matters. Some civil case types accept MiFILE submissions.
What the 72nd District Court handles
- Small claims up to $7,000
- Landlord-tenant and eviction cases
- General civil claims up to $25,000
- Misdemeanors and traffic matters
- Land contract forfeitures
St. Clair County filing fees
Fees change. Confirm the current amount with the clerk before you file.
| Filing | Fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Small claims (claim up to $600) | $25 | — |
| Small claims (claim $600.01 – $1,750) | $45 | — |
| Small claims (claim over $1,750) | $65 | — |
| Landlord-tenant summons and complaint | $45 | — |
| General civil claim up to $600 | $25 | — |
| General civil claim $600 – $25,000 | $65 – $150 | Tiered by claim amount |
| Service by court officer / certified mail | Varies | Ask the clerk for the current rate |
What to bring to the clerk
- 1A government-issued photo ID
- 2Your completed, signed forms plus the number of copies the clerk requires (usually the original and two copies)
- 3Payment for the filing fee — most Michigan clerks take cash, money order, or card (card payments usually add a processing fee)
- 4A fee waiver request (form MC 20) if you cannot afford the filing fee
- 5The case number, if your matter is already open
Forms filed most often here
Michigan uses statewide SCAO forms. These are the ones St. Clair County filers ask us about most:
DC 84DC 100cDC 102DC 104MC 20
Michigan court forms library — what each form doesLocal notes for Port Huron filers
The 72nd District Court has divisions in Port Huron, Marine City, and Marysville. File in the division that covers where the defendant lives or where the property is located — filing in the wrong division causes delays and refiling costs.
Official 72nd District Court websiteSt. Clair County Court Questions
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