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City Attorney's Office

FAQ

I filed a police report with the Southfield Police Dept., and I want to check the status.  Whom do I call? 
Southfield Detective Bureau/Investigation Division should you wish to request prosecution; and, Records Division—should you wish to obtain a copy of the police report. Back to top

How do I request an adjournment of a City of Southfield case?
Greater than 24 hours before court date – City Attorney’s Office
Less that 24 hours before court date – 46th District Court- Judge’s clerk. Back to top

I am the victim of a crime and received the crime victim’s rights letter which contains notice of the defendant’s pre-trial date.  Do I need to attend the pre-trial hearing?
No, unless requested by our office. Back to top

How do I request prosecution in a misdemeanor matter?
Southfield Police Dept. Detective Bureau.
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Does the City Attorney’s Office provide legal forms for court filings?
No –  46th District Court.
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Where does one obtain copies of City ordinances; police reports; tax bills; site plan information; etc.?
Ordinances –  City Clerk’s Office
Police Reports – Southfield Police Dept. – Records Bureau
Tax bills and related tax information – Treasurer’s Office.
Site plan information – Planning Department.
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Does the City Attorney’s Office provide legal referrals and/or give legal advice?
No – Human Services Department of Southfield. Back to top

I am involved in a landlord/tenant dispute.  Does the City Attorney’s Office handle this?
No –  46th District Court. Back to top

Does the City Attorney’s Office provide notary service?
No – Notary Service is not provided by our office. Back to top

Will the City Attorney and/or attorney staff represent me in a personal matter such has probate; bankruptcy; pre-nuptials, etc.?
No –  Human Services Department for legal aid programs. Back to top
 

Did You Know?

  • The City Attorney’s Office was once located on the lower level of City Hall.

  • The staff of the City Attorney’s Office will process requests for adjournments in City misdemeanor/civil matters only if the request is made 24 hours or more BEFORE the scheduled court date/time.

  • The City Attorney’s Office does not provide legal advice and/or legal referrals.

  • The City Attorney’s Office does not handle the prosecution of tickets issued in Southfield by Michigan State troopers, only those issued by City of Southfield police officers.

  • The longest tenure, to date, of an Assistant City Attorney is thirty-six (36) years of service.