How to Search Macomb County, Michigan Records (Start Here)
Macomb County, Michigan — court records through the local court clerk, property through the county assessor, recorded documents through the recorder or clerk.
- Court cases: Local court clerk for case search.
- Property: County Assessor for values. Recorder or Clerk for deeds and documents.
- Jail: County Sheriff for current inmate information.
The official sources are listed below. Each one returns different data.
Criminal & Court Records
Criminal & Court Records
Courts | Archived Records
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Mount Clemens Public Library index of court records filed in Macomb County between 1837 and 1969.
Property & Tax Records
Macomb County | GIS
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GIS property search for Macomb County by map, address, or tax ID.
Vital Records
Macomb County | Deaths
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Macomb County Clerk / Register of Deeds death records.
Business, Voter & Other
Census 1930
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Searchable index of the 1930 census in Macomb County.
Macomb County
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Official land records, deeds, mortgages, liens, and more from the Macomb County Register of Deeds.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the fastest way to find Macomb County records? ▼
The Circuit Court Clerk handles all case records for Macomb County. Criminal, civil, family — it's all there. If a search comes back empty, switch offices — the record is probably somewhere else.
Where do I search for Macomb County public records? ▼
Three separate systems in Macomb County: The Circuit Court Clerk is where court records live in Michigan. For property values and ownership details, go to the County Equalization. Marriage records: contact the County Clerk directly.
Why does my Macomb County search return no results? ▼
The record probably exists — you're just in the wrong system. Try another office in Macomb County.
Is there a single database for all Macomb County records? ▼
No. Macomb County records are maintained by separate offices with separate systems.
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