Wayne County State’s Attorney Kyle Ellis is releasing the office’s annual update, marking just over one year since his appointment to the position. Ellis took the opportunity to inform the County Board and the public about the workload his office has managed over the past year.
In 2025, the State’s Attorney’s office filed a total of:
217 Criminal Felony (CF) cases
94 Criminal Misdemeanor (CM) cases
27 DUI (DT) cases
280 Major Traffic (MT) misdemeanor traffic tickets
1,530 Lessor Traffic (TR) petty and business traffic tickets
19 Conservation Offenses (CV) cases
21 Juvenile Delinquency (JD) cases
6 Juvenile Abuse or Neglect (JA) cases
These figures are in addition to various other matters and the ongoing legal advice provided to the County Board, officers, and agencies. For context, the National Advisory Commission on Criminal Justice Standards and Goals recommends a caseload of 150 felony cases or 400 misdemeanor cases per attorney.
Ellis emphasized that he is not seeking additional resources, but rather understanding and patience from the public, especially regarding response times. He acknowledged that, due to heavy caseloads, he has operated under a “triage mindset,” prioritizing urgent matters and sometimes being difficult to reach.
Recognizing the need for improved public access, Ellis announced that his office will now offer dedicated appointment hours for public meetings and calls on Friday afternoons from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Appointments are required, and walk-ins will not be accepted to ensure efficiency and adequate preparation for each meeting.
Ellis concluded by expressing his commitment to serving the community and addressing legitimate concerns within the responsibilities of his office.
For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact the Wayne County State’s Attorney’s office.