What happens to complaints that are referred to the clerk of the county?

Complaints referred to the clerk of the county are processed by the court of violation. This means that once a complaint is filed, it is typically the responsibility of the court to review and take appropriate action concerning the allegations made in the complaint. The clerk plays a crucial role in facilitating this process by managing the documentation and ensuring that all necessary information is provided to the court for review.

The option indicating that they are investigated internally does not align with the standard procedure, as the responsibility for investigating complaints typically falls to legal entities such as a court or a state attorney, rather than the clerk’s office itself. Additionally, forwarding to the state attorney suggests a different pathway for handling criminal complaints or serious allegations rather than general complaints in civil matters. Lastly, the dismissal of complaints does not inherently happen; rather, each is carefully reviewed and processed to determine the appropriate legal response.