Montcalm County, MI Public Records

Montcalm public records encompass a wide range of documents, including but not limited to those prepared, owned, or used by a public body to perform an official function. As per the Michigan Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), which promotes transparency, accountability, and openness in government, all public records in Montcalm County are available upon request. This means that any member of the public can access these records by mailing a completed FOIA request form to the FOIA Coordinator at P.O. Box 368, Stanton. For other specific documents such as birth, death, and marriage certificates, genealogy information, DBA (Doing Business As) information, and election requests, individuals may visit the County Clerk's website and select the appropriate record request link or form that serves their needs.

Courts in Montcalm County

Court Records in Montcalm County, Michigan

The court records of Montcalm include all documents that a clerk maintains during a county's traffic, civil, and criminal proceedings. These records include motions, dockets, briefs, judgments, orders, notices, and transcripts. Individuals seeking access to court records may visit the clerk's office at the courthouse where the case was adjudicated. The Circuit Court Clerk's Office in Stanton houses and maintains court files and receives and dockets all records filed in cases before the Circuit Court. Payment plans can be set up through the Clerk's Office, and they can assist with information regarding the file itself, such as obtaining copies of documents or information on whether a particular order has been entered. The county's district court records can be accessed remotely via the statewide public case search portal.

Furthermore, residents may obtain criminal records by contacting the Michigan State Police Central Records Division at (517) 241-0606. Alternatively, individuals may use the Michigan State Police ICHAT Portal. This portal allows you to search for a criminal record by providing the individual's first name, last name, and date of birth.

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Montcalm County Circuit Court

631 N. State Street

Stanton

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Jails and Prisons in Montcalm County

Find Inmate Search and Jail Records in Montcalm County, Michigan

In Montcalm County, residents can access the Vine system, a service provided by the county's Sheriff's Office, to search for detailed information about a person's custody status, including updates regarding any changes in an inmate's custody status. Additionally, residents can utilize the Michigan Department of Corrections Offender Tracking Information System to locate inmates in state-controlled facilities. This system provides a comprehensive list of inmates currently under the jurisdiction or supervision of the Michigan Department of Corrections, offering a valuable resource for residents seeking specific inmate information.

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Carson City Correctional Facility (DRF)

10274 Boyer Road

Carson City

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Montcalm County Jail

649 North State Street

Stanton

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Police Departments and Sheriff Offices in Montcalm County

Arrest Records in Montcalm County, Michigan

Arrest records in Montcalm County are public information anyone can access. These records are generated when an individual is arrested and include details such as the date of the arrest, the charges filed, and any identifying information about the individual. They are created when the suspect's fingerprints are submitted to the law enforcement agency that made the arrest. Requesters interested in obtaining these arrest records can contact the Montcalm County Sheriff's Office at (989) 831-7590. Alternatively, requesters can submit a completed FOIA request form to the FOIA Coordinator at P.O. Box 368, Stanton.

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Montcalm County Sheriff's Office

659 N State St

Stanton

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