2.5Court Rules Applicable to Cases Under the Juvenile Code

MCR 3.901(A) states as follows:

“(1) The rules in . . . subchapter [3.900], in subchapter 1.100, and in subchapter 8.100 govern practice and procedure in the family division of the circuit court in all cases filed under the Juvenile Code.

(2) Other Michigan Court Rules apply to juvenile cases in the family division of the circuit court only when . . . subchapter [3.900] specifically provides.

(3) The Michigan Rules of Evidence, except with regard to privileges, do not apply to proceedings under . . . subchapter [3.900], except where a rule in . . . subchapter [3.900] specifically so provides. . . . ”

As it relates to juvenile traffic offenses, MCR 3.901-MCR 3.950 and MCR 3.991–MCR 3.993 apply. MCR 3.901(B)(1)-(2); MCR 3.903(B)(3).

MCR 3.902(A) states, in part, that these applicable court rules “are to be construed to secure fairness, flexibility, and simplicity. The court shall proceed in a manner that safeguards the rights and proper interests of the parties.”