Find Warrant Records in Warren
Warren warrant records are kept by the Warren Police Department and the 37th District Court in Macomb County. Warren is the third largest city in Michigan and sits just north of Detroit. The police department handles warrant checks at its main office on Civic Center Boulevard. Court records can be searched through the MiCOURT portal or by calling the 37th District Court clerk. This page covers all the ways to search for active warrants, bench warrants, and arrest records in Warren.
Warren Quick Facts
Warren Police Department Warrant Search
The Warren Police Department is at 29900 Civic Center Blvd., Warren, MI 48093. The main number is (586) 574-4700. The records division handles warrant checks. You can call or go in person during business hours. Have the full name of the person ready. A date of birth helps narrow things down.
Warrants in Warren are issued by judges under MCL 764.1a. The judge needs a sworn complaint with probable cause. The warrant names the person and the charge. It tells officers to bring them to court. Felony warrants do not expire. Misdemeanor warrants are good for six years under MCL 764.1b.
Any peace officer in Michigan can serve a Warren warrant under MCL 764.15. That means if you have a Warren warrant and get pulled over in another city, you can still be picked up on it. The police department works with other agencies in Macomb County on warrant sweeps from time to time.
37th District Court Records
The 37th District Court is at 14140 Twelve Mile Rd., Warren, MI 48088. Call (586) 574-4757. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 4:30 PM. The court handles misdemeanors, traffic cases, and small civil disputes for Warren.
Felony cases start here with an arraignment. Then they move to the Macomb County Circuit Court. Clerks at the 37th District Court can tell you if a bench warrant is open on a case. You can view the register of actions for public cases. It lists all filings, hearings, and orders from start to finish.
Under MCL 764.3, a court must state why it picked a warrant over a summons. Bench warrants in Warren are usually tied to missed court dates. If you think you might have one, call the clerk's office first. They can check the system and let you know before you come in.
Note: Call the 37th District Court clerk at (586) 574-4757 to check for bench warrants before visiting in person.
Macomb County and Warren Felony Cases
Warren sits in Macomb County. Felony cases move from the 37th District Court to the Macomb County Circuit Court for trial. The circuit court deals with felony warrants at that stage. You can search Macomb County court records through the clerk's online system.
Macomb County is one of the most populated counties in Michigan. It covers Warren, Sterling Heights, Clinton Township, and many other communities. For a full look at warrant records in the county, visit our Macomb County page.
Warren Warrant Records Online
The MiCOURT Case Search covers the 37th District Court. It is free. Search by name or case number. You can see charges, dates, and case status. MiCOURT does not show warrant flags, but docket entries may reveal a failure to appear.
The Michigan ICHAT system costs $10 per search. Enter the full name, date of birth, race, and gender. It shows felony convictions and serious misdemeanors statewide. No active warrants appear in ICHAT. Results come back quickly.
The Warren Police Department website provides details on reporting crimes and contacting the records division.
Contact numbers and office hours are listed on the police department site.
The MDOC OTIS tool tracks people under state corrections. It covers inmates, parolees, and those on probation. OTIS may show warrant info tied to parole or probation violations. It only covers people in the MDOC system within the past three years.
The 37th District Court search page lets you look up criminal and civil case records for Warren.
The court search shows docket entries and current case status for all public filings.
FOIA Requests in Warren
You have the right to request records under MCL 15.231. File a FOIA request with the Warren Police Department or the 37th District Court. Put it in writing. Say what records you want. No reason is required.
They have five business days to respond. A 10-day extension is possible for large requests. Copies are $0.10 per page. Labor fees may be added for long searches. Active warrant records may be held back under MCL 15.243 to protect investigations. Closed case records are easier to get. Send your request by mail, email, or in person.
Warrant Types and Resolution in Warren
Warren courts issue arrest warrants, bench warrants, and search warrants. Each type has its own rules and process.
Arrest warrants need a sworn complaint and probable cause. Bench warrants follow missed court dates or broken court orders. Search warrants let police search a place for evidence under MCL 780.651. The judge must see probable cause in a sworn statement. The warrant names the place and what officers can take. They have 10 days to carry it out under MCL 780.654.
To resolve a warrant in Warren, turn yourself in at the 37th District Court or the police department. Bring a valid ID. The court will set bond or schedule a hearing. A lawyer can file a motion to quash a bench warrant, which may help you avoid jail time. Court records in Warren are public under MCR 8.119. Sealed records and cases with minors are the main exceptions.
Nearby City Warrant Records
People sometimes have cases in nearby cities. These pages cover warrant records in communities around Warren.