Magistrate Judges are Elected
Jury trail
Hears cases from trial courts
Small traffic cases
Appointed Judges
Small Cases
Supreme court justices are appointed by the legislative and executive branch
Wills
Felony trail and Misdemeanor
Superior judges are elected
Civil Cases - Divorces and Law Suit
No Jury
Probate Judge is Elected
Highest court is the supreme court
Certificates
Hear cases for kids under 17
Warrants