Types of Criminal Courts
The New York State court system has many different courts that handle criminal cases. Where a court case is held depends on the Type of Criminal Case, where you live and how old you are. There are Criminal, City, District, Supreme, County, Town, Village and Appeals Courts. See a chart that explains the New York State Criminal Courts.
Some counties also have courts that focus on only one type of problem:
- Sex Offender Courts
- Human Trafficking Intervention Courts
- Mental Health Courts
- Drug Treatment Courts
- Adolescent Diversion Parts: For non-violent crimes committed by young people. Age groups vary by county.
- Veterans Courts
- Integrated Domestic Violence Courts
- Domestic Violence Courts
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