This section will track and document family court procedures, access to representation, and systemic concerns impacting families in Kalamazoo County.
Resources and reporting related to family court will be added as this section develops.
Friend of the Court
The Friend of the Court (FOC) is an administrative office within the Family Division of the Kalamazoo County court system. It plays a central role in child support enforcement, custody recommendations, parenting time enforcement, and related proceedings.
Because of its influence on family outcomes, FOC practices and procedures are an important focus of judicial accountability and public oversight.
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