Macomb County covers 571 square miles of the eastern region of Michigan. With a population of 881,217, it is the third most populous county in Michigan. The City of Mount Clemens serves as its county seat.

Courts in Macomb County

The Macomb County Circuit Court is the county's highest court. It has jurisdiction over domestic relations cases, cases seeking equitable remedies, felony criminal cases, some serious misdemeanor cases, and other civil cases where the amounts in dispute exceed $25,000. Additionally, the Circuit Court’s jurisdiction extends to appellate review of cases from the district courts and administrative agencies within the county's limits.

The District Courts in Macomb County have exclusive jurisdiction over civil disputes with amounts not exceeding $25,000. They also handle civil cases concerning wage garnishments, landlord-tenant disputes, land contract disputes, and other civil infractions. In addition to preliminary examinations for felony cases, the District Courts hold proceedings for misdemeanor crimes punishable by up to one year in jail.

The Macomb County Probate Court exclusively handles legal matters related to decedent estates, guardianships, conservatorships, and involuntary mental health commitments.

Where to Find Public Court Records in Macomb County

The Macomb County Clerk maintains records for the Circuit Courts and Probate Courts, while each District Court has its own Clerk's Office that keeps records related to cases within its jurisdiction. Public Court records in Macomb County can be accessed online or by visiting the office of the Clerk in charge of the needed case files. Anyone can request copies of public court records by mail or in person at the clerk’s office.

 Types of Public Court Records in Macomb County

The types of court records in Macomb County that are generally available to the public include:

• Criminal Court Records - details of criminal cases, including charges, court proceedings, and outcome
• Civil Court Records - including court information on non-criminal disputes, such as personal injury claims, contract disputes, and family law cases
• Probate Records - including documents generated at the probate court
• Traffic Court Records - including records of cases involving traffic violations and infractions

Confidential Court Records in Macomb County

Confidential court records in Macomb County are sealed by the court to keep sensitive information private or to comply with Michigan laws. They differ from open records in that they are restricted from public access and are only available to persons authorized by the court. Examples of confidential court records In Macomb County include:

• Juvenile records
• Adoption records
• Mental health records
• Domestic violence victim Information
• Family law records containing the full names of minors
• Sensitive financial information

Juvenile Delinquency in Macomb, MI

Unfortunately, in many areas of the Macomb County, juvenile delinquency issues are on the rise. There are many reasons for the rise in youth offenders. The juvenile sentence in Michigan often depends on the severity of the crime, the number of crimes, and other family matters.

In 2017, a total of 425 juvenile cases were reported for every 100,000 people age 10 to adulthood in the jurisdiction of Macomb County. Of that total, 0% of those proceedings were delinquencies which equaled 1 court cases. Another 100% were dependency cases that accounted for 424 of the juvenile cases.

A lot of counties, including, Macomb County, are focusing on family therapy and relationships rather than punishment for juvenile crimes. Future Macomb County juvenile delinquency numbers will show whether or not this approach is working.

Government of Macomb County, MI

https://www.michigan.gov/

County Seat:	Mount Clemens
Government Type:	County
Authority:	Home Rule
Year Organized:	1818
Total Square Miles:	571
2019 Population:	871,375
Persons/Square Mile:	0.00

Macomb County, MI Courts