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1. Where can I find a MADD/Victim Impact Panel in my area?

Go to MADD-Mothers Against Drunk Drivers

2. Where can I find an AA meeting in Lenawee County?

Go to AA Meetings In Lenawee County

3. What are the reporting hours for District Court Probation?

Reporting hours are from 8am -11am or 1p-4p.

4. What day do I report?

Reporting days are on Wednesday's according to the first letter of your last name...
1st Wednesday: A-E
2nd Wednesday: F-L
3rd Wednesday: M-R
4th Wednesday: S-Z

There is NO reporting on the 5th Wednesday of the month

5. What are the business hours of the Probation Department?

We are open M-F from 8am-4:30pm.

6. Can criminal or civil records be viewed online?

No. There is a public terminal in the traffic department. There is also an option to print. We charge a $1.00 a page or $10.00 for a full record check.

7. What happens when my Probation Officer puts in for my release of probation?

Your Probation Officer has to turn your file into the Chief Probation Officer to request a release. The Judge and the Chief PO then decide if you should/should not be released. If they decide that you can be released the process takes about 2 weeks. You will then need to contact your Probation Officer to find out if your case has in fact been closed out or not. We do NOT have release paperwork for you to sign.

8. Can I get copies of my court file?

Yes, but there's a fee. Those copies can printed and purchased in the Traffic Department.

9. Can I look up someone's case information that is on probation?

Yes, IF it is a public record. You can access that information in our Traffic Department on the public computer located in their office.

10. Are children allowed in the Probation Department?

Anyone under the age of 17 is NOT allowed in the Probation Department.

11. Can I wear shorts to court?

NO. Shorts are not allowed in the courtroom.

12. Can I bring my purse into the courthouse?

NO. Purses/bags are not allowed in the courthouse.

13. Can I bring my cell phone into the courthouse?

No. Cell phones are not allowed in the courthouse.

14. When the Judge orders 90 AA meetings in 90 days, what does that mean?

You have to attend 1x AA meeting EVERY day for 90 days straight. No misses are allowed unless it is a medical emergency. Any court ordered program counts as an AA meeting. Make sure you are getting your AA sheet signed by the chairperson.

15. What do I do if the "Colors" (Drug Screen) phone is not working?

Contact your Probation Officer immediately, or call the main number at 517-264-4681. If it's during the week you can even contact McCullough, Vargas and Associates at, 517-264-2244. If it's on a weekend make sure that you at least leave a message (voicemail/email) with your P.O.

16. How do I get an Adult Criminal Conviction set aside (expunged)?

Setting aside a conviction is the process that removes a certain conviction rom your public criminal record. This is sometimes called an "expungement." In Michigan, there is one process to set aside a conviction your adult record and a different process to set aside a juvenile conviction, called an adjudication. Go to Information To Set Aside A Conviction

17. What are some in-home substances that may contain alcohol?

*Mouthwash
*Some toothpaste
*Cologne/Perfume
*Hairspray
*Hand Sanitizer
*Cough Syrup
*After Shave
*Hand Lotion
*Hand Soap
*Deodorant/Antiperspirants
*Facial Cleansers/Toners/Moisturizers
*Hair Coloring
*Iodine
*Rubbing Alcohol
*Throat Lozenges/Spray
*Nyquil/Decongestants
*Breath mints
*Certain Extracts/Flavorings
*Cooking Wine
*Fermented Vinegar
*Cleaning Agents/Household Products
*Disinfectant Spray
*Lacquer
*Fermented Fruit
*Liquid Acne Medication Information To Set Aside A Conviction