The Michigan Supreme Court implemented Administrative Order 2020-6 (April 7, 2020) which gave authority to judicial officers to conduct proceeding remotely. 

You may This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to receive you Notice of Hearing and Remote Participation. 

• Download and become familiar with the program (Zoom, WebEx, etc) being used for the hearing, and test the video, microphone, and speaker controls.
• If you are having technical issues, please review any technical support provided by the program or application.
• Find a space that will have as few interruptions as possible. If you will be using video, make sure there is good lighting.
• The remote court hearing is a court proceeding and therefore an extension of the courtroom — appropriate conduct and attire is required. The judge has control over the proceedings and participants as if they were present in the actual courtroom.
• The information on the Notice of Hearing with Remote Participation form to join the remote hearing may only be used by you to participate in the hearing.