Alpena and Montmorency
Virtual Court Access
Welcome to the Virtual Court Portal for Alpena and Montmorency County. This launch page will provide links to join virtual courtrooms and live stream buttons provided below.
Scroll to the end of the page to Join a Zoom Virtual Hearing.
If you have any questions, you may contact the court that is conducting the hearing.
Use the following link for cases heard in Alpena County.
www.alpenacounty.org
No technology - no problem. You can call into our virtual courtroom.
Notice as of 4/23/2020
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QUICK DIAL LINKS
Before you get started: Test your Windows, Apple, or Android devices: Directions for testing your device and networking prior to the proceeding can be found at https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362313-How-Do-I-Test-My-Video-
Be sure you click the "Weekly Zoom Practice" above
to get training and information prior to your court hearing.
HON. LORA E. GREENE
Probate Judge of Montmorency County
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Option 2: Phone Call Only: Call 646 876 9923 or 669 900 6833 and connect using meeting id 2322823504
HON. K. EDWARD BLACK
Circuit Court Judge
Alpena and Montmorency County
Option 1:
Option 2: Phone Call Only: Call 646 876 9923 or 669 900 6833 and connect using meeting id 7961139791
HON. ALAN M. CURTIS
Probate Judge of Alpena County
Option 1:
Option 2: Phone Call Only: ID Call 646 876 9923 or 669 900 6833 and connect using meeting id 5976739555
ALPENA REFEREES
Hon. Benjamin T. Bolser and Referee Russ Rhynard
Option 1:
Option 2: Phone Call Only: Call 646 876 9923 or 669 900 6833 and connect using meeting id 98877760003
MONTMORENCY REFEREE
Referee Russ Rhynard
Option 1:
Option 2: Phone Call Only: Call 646 876 9923 or 669 900 6833 and connect using meeting id 95748510111
Alternate login option for Zoom:
1. Go to Zoom.us
2. Click Meet
3. Click Join a Meeting
4. Enter the meeting ID number
5. Follow prompts
Using the call in option tips:
Use *6 to mute and unmute while participating by phone.
How to access the virtual courtroom
1. You will receive an invitation prior to the hearing with instructions.
2. Specific instructions regarding courtroom decorum will be provided.
3. Hearings are live-streamed via YouTube, as needed.
4. Be sure to use the following protocol:
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If you are using a desktop computer be sure to have your speakers on. If you do not have a microphone, you will need to call in with your phone and continue to login to Zoom on your desktop.
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When using your smartphone, laptop or tablet, please locate your settings for the microphone and camera to make sure settings are on.
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Call the court from a private/quiet room.
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Do not have radios or televisions on during the call.
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Do not use the speakerphone option on your phone.
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If possible, mute your phone until you are ready to speak.
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The Judge will instruct the parties on the phone when the case begins and when to begin speaking.
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If you are logging in from your smart device, computer, tablet or laptop -- please enter the case number and your name under "Join with a personal link name."
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Example for litigants:
20-001234-FY Bob Smith -
Example for an attorney:
P76484 - Chelsea Wallace
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How to use Zoom
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