Clinton Township Public Records

Clinton Township public records are available through the township clerk's office and Macomb County agencies. This includes court cases, criminal history, property documents, vital records, and FOIA requests for township government records. Clinton Township is one of Michigan's largest townships and part of Macomb County.

Macomb County Records for Clinton Township

Clinton Township sits entirely within Macomb County. The Macomb County Clerk and Register of Deeds are at 120 North Main Street, Mt. Clemens, MI 48043. Phone: (586) 469-5120. The county website at macombgov.org provides links to online records tools, department contacts, and FOIA submission forms. Property records for Clinton Township parcels are recorded with the Macomb County Register of Deeds.

The Register of Deeds handles deeds, mortgages, liens, land contracts, and other property documents for all Macomb County communities. Clinton Township's property records are part of this system. For a complete guide to Macomb County records access, offices, and fees, visit the Macomb County Public Records page.

The MDOC Offender Tracking Information System (OTIS) is free to use and covers all Michigan inmates and parolees, including those connected to Clinton Township and Macomb County cases.

Clinton Township Court Records

The 41-B District Court serves Clinton Township for misdemeanor criminal cases, civil matters under $25,000, and traffic violations. The 16th Judicial Circuit Court in Mt. Clemens handles felony cases, family law, and larger civil matters for all of Macomb County. Both courts participate in the MiCOURT statewide case search system.

Search Clinton Township court cases for free at micourt.courts.michigan.gov/case-search. Enter a party name or case number to view docket entries, case status, case type, and hearing schedules. Sealed cases and juvenile records do not appear in online results. The 16th Circuit Court is at 40 N. Main Street, Mt. Clemens, MI 48043. In-person searches and certified copy requests are handled by the clerk's offices at each courthouse.

Note: Michigan Court Rule MCR 8.119 establishes the public's right to access court records unless a specific exemption applies.

Criminal History Records - Clinton Township

Criminal background searches for Clinton Township residents are done through the Michigan State Police ICHAT system at apps.michigan.gov/ICHAT. The fee is $10 per name-based search. ICHAT covers felony convictions and serious misdemeanor arrests from Macomb County and all other Michigan courts. Records from the 41-B District Court and 16th Circuit Court in Macomb County are included if they were reported to the state.

Keep in mind that ICHAT does not show traffic offenses, juvenile records, local misdemeanors under 93 days, federal cases, out-of-state records, or warrant information. If you need a more thorough background check, fingerprint-based checks are available through approved vendors for $50 to $70. The MSP criminal history page at michigan.gov/msp/services/criminal-history-records lists approved vendors and explains the process.

Current Macomb County jail inmates can be searched through the Macomb County Sheriff's website. State prison inmates appear in the free MDOC OTIS system at mdocweb.state.mi.us/otis2/otis2.aspx.

Clinton Township FOIA Requests

Clinton Township processes public records requests under the Michigan FOIA, MCL 15.231 et seq. The Township Clerk is the FOIA Coordinator for township government records. Township Hall is at 40700 Romeo Plank Road, Clinton Township, MI 48038. Requests can be submitted in person, by mail, or by email through the township's website. Include "FOIA" in the subject line and describe the records clearly.

The standard response deadline is 5 business days under MCL 15.235. The township can extend this by up to 10 additional business days for complex or large requests with written notice. Fees under MCL 15.234 apply. Copies cost $0.10 per page for standard size. Labor is charged at the lowest capable employee rate, capped at 6 times the state minimum wage. Deposits are required when estimated costs exceed $50.

Fee waivers cover the first $20 for indigent requesters who submit a notarized affidavit. For police records, submit your FOIA request to the Clinton Township Police Department records division. Macomb County FOIA requests go to the Macomb County Clerk at macombgov.org. Township board meeting minutes and agendas are public records and often posted on the township website without needing a FOIA request.

Clinton Township Property Records

Property records for Clinton Township are filed with the Macomb County Register of Deeds at 120 North Main Street, Mt. Clemens. The county website at macombgov.org provides an online search for deeds, mortgages, and liens. Searches can be done by owner name, address, or parcel number. Property transfers, easements, and encumbrances recorded in Macomb County are all available through this system.

Clinton Township also has its own Assessor's Office that maintains assessment data and tax rolls for all parcels in the township. This information is public and can be used to check current ownership and assessed values. Michigan law under MCL 565.201 requires property transfers to be recorded with the county Register of Deeds to be binding against third parties. The township assessor's data is a good starting point for ownership verification.

Vital Records in Clinton Township

Births, deaths, and marriages that occur in Clinton Township are registered with the state through MDHHS. Certified copies can be ordered at michigan.gov/mdhhs/doing-business/vitalrecords. The first copy costs $34. Additional copies of the same record are $16 each. VitalChek at vitalchek.com offers online ordering for a small extra fee.

In-person or mail requests can also go through the Macomb County Clerk at 120 North Main Street, Mt. Clemens. The clerk maintains birth and death records for Macomb County. Marriage licenses are issued by the county clerk, and divorce records come from the 16th Circuit Court. Birth records under 100 years old require proof of eligibility under MCL 333.2888.

Sex Offender Registry - Clinton Township

The Michigan Public Sex Offender Registry at mspsor.com is free and lists all registered sex offenders in Clinton Township and Macomb County. Search by name, address, ZIP code, or MDOC number. Use the map feature to see offenders in any part of Clinton Township. Each listing includes a photo, home address, offense description, and current registration status.

Registrants in Clinton Township report to the Clinton Township Police Department. Michigan's sex offender registration requirements under MCL 28.721 et seq. are tiered by offense type. Tier 1 offenders register for 15 years. Tier 2 for 25 years. Tier 3 for life. Failure to comply is a felony. The MSP Sex Offender Registry Unit in Lansing manages the statewide database and provides updates to local agencies.

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