Access Macomb County Warrant Records
Macomb County warrant records are available through the sheriff's office and a large network of courts based in Mt. Clemens. As Michigan's third most populated county with about 880,000 residents, Macomb handles a high volume of warrants. The 16th Circuit Court and seven district courts process warrant cases across the county. The sheriff's office has dedicated phone lines for records and warrants. This page covers every method for searching Macomb County warrant records and what to expect from each source.
Macomb County Quick Facts
Macomb County Sheriff Warrant Search
The Macomb County Sheriff's Office is at 43565 Elizabeth Rd. in Mt. Clemens. The main line is (586) 469-5151. For records, call (586) 469-5370. The warrants division has its own number at (586) 469-5371. These dedicated lines make it easier to check on active warrants and request records without getting bounced between departments.
Arrest warrants in Macomb County follow MCL 764.1a. A judge signs each warrant after reviewing a sworn complaint with probable cause. The warrant names the person, states the charge, and directs law enforcement to bring them in. Felony warrants never expire in Michigan. Misdemeanor warrants stay active for six years. Per MCL 764.15, any peace officer in Michigan can serve a warrant from Macomb County.
Bench warrants make up a big part of the active warrant list in Macomb County. Judges issue these when people miss court dates or break court orders. The sheriff coordinates with local police departments in Warren, Sterling Heights, Clinton Township, and other cities to serve warrants across the county. Call the warrants line to check if someone has an active warrant. Walk-in checks work too during business hours.
With nearly 900,000 people in the county, the sheriff processes a lot of warrants. The warrants team updates the active list daily. Bring a full name and date of birth when making a request.
Court Records in Macomb County
Macomb County has seven district courts spread across the county. The 37th District Court serves Warren. The 38th covers Eastpointe. The 39th is in Roseville. The 40th handles St. Clair Shores. The 41A District Court serves Sterling Heights. The 41B covers Clinton Township. The 42nd District Court is in Romeo and serves the northern part of the county. Each court handles misdemeanors, traffic cases, and small civil matters in its area.
The 16th Circuit Court is at 40 N. Main St. in Mt. Clemens. Call (586) 469-7110. It covers all felony cases, family law, and larger civil disputes for the whole county. This is where most serious warrant cases end up.
Court clerks at any of these courts can look up case records tied to warrants. Under MCL 764.3, a court must explain why it issued a bench warrant instead of a summons. The clerk can check case status and confirm if a warrant is active. The register of actions for any public case shows all docket entries from start to finish.
The Macomb County Clerk is at 40 N. Main St. in Mt. Clemens. Phone is (586) 469-5120. They keep circuit court records and can help with older case files.
The MiCOURT Case Search portal covers all Macomb County courts. It is free and does not require an account. Search by name or case number. MiCOURT shows case status but does not flag active warrants.
Note: MiCOURT does not display active warrant status. Call the court clerk or the sheriff's warrants line at (586) 469-5371 to confirm.
Macomb County Warrant Records Online
State databases add more search options for Macomb County. The Michigan ICHAT system costs $10 per search. It shows felony arrests and serious misdemeanors statewide. You need the full name, date of birth, race, and gender. ICHAT does not show active warrants, traffic offenses, or local-level misdemeanors.
The Macomb County court system provides online access to records through the county's court portal.
From this portal you can search case records across all seven district courts and the 16th Circuit Court in Macomb County.
The MDOC OTIS system tracks people under state corrections supervision. It shows inmates, parolees, and probationers. If someone in Macomb County violated parole or probation, OTIS may list a related warrant. The system only covers people under MDOC control within the last three years. County jail inmates are not included.
FOIA Requests for Macomb County Records
Michigan's Freedom of Information Act under MCL 15.231 gives you the right to request records from Macomb County. Write a FOIA request to the county clerk for warrant records tied to closed cases. You do not need a specific form or reason. Just describe what you want.
The county has five business days to respond. They may take a 10-day extension for large or complex requests. Copies cost $0.10 per page. Labor fees can apply for time-consuming searches. Active warrant records may be exempt under MCL 15.243 if release would interfere with law enforcement. Closed case records are more likely to be released. Send your request by mail, in person, or email to the clerk's office in Mt. Clemens.
Public Access to Macomb County Warrants
Court records in Macomb County are mostly open to the public. Under MCR 8.119, anyone can view court records without being a party in the case. This covers case files, docket entries, and most warrant documents. You can access records at any courthouse in the county.
Some records have restrictions. Juvenile cases are sealed. Personal Protection Orders do not appear in online searches. A judge can seal records when the situation warrants it. Active warrant details may be withheld if release could compromise an investigation. Once a warrant has been served and the case moves through court, the records generally become public.
Residents of Warren, Sterling Heights, Clinton Township, and Macomb Township can visit their local district court or the county courthouse in Mt. Clemens for in-person record access. The clerk's office handles a high volume of public requests.
Note: Records involving minors or sealed by court order are not available through public access channels.
Search Warrants in Macomb County
Search warrants in Macomb County must follow MCL 780.651. A judge issues them based on probable cause, backed by a sworn affidavit. The warrant describes the place to be searched and items to be seized. Under MCL 780.654, officers have 10 days to execute the search. After that the warrant expires. Returns of service are filed with the court. You can request copies of executed search warrants from the court clerk or through a FOIA request.
Nearby County Warrant Records
Macomb County sits in the metro Detroit area and borders several other counties. Cases can cross county lines, so checking nearby records may help.