Macomb Township Family Court Records
Macomb Township family court records are filed and maintained at the Macomb County Circuit Court (16th Circuit) Family Division in Mount Clemens. The 41A District Court Shelby Division serves Macomb Township for local district matters but does not handle family court cases. All divorce, custody, child support, and paternity cases go to the 16th Circuit at 40 North Main Street in Mount Clemens. You can search basic case information for free through Michigan's statewide MiCOURT Case Search portal. This page explains where to find Macomb Township family court records and how to request copies.
Macomb Township Court Overview
Where Macomb Township Family Court Records Are Filed
Macomb Township residents file all family court cases at the Macomb County Circuit Court Family Division at 40 North Main Street, Mount Clemens, MI 48043. Phone: (586) 469-5240. The 16th Circuit handles all domestic relations cases for Macomb County including Macomb Township.
The 41A District Court Shelby Division is at 51660 Van Dyke, Shelby Township, MI 48316. Phone: (586) 739-7325. This division serves Macomb Township for misdemeanors, traffic, and civil matters. It does not handle divorce, custody, or paternity. Those cases always go to the 16th Circuit in Mount Clemens.
Note: Mail requests to Macomb County Circuit Court must include a self-addressed stamped envelope and check or money order payable to the Macomb County Clerk.
Searching Macomb Township Family Court Records Online
The free statewide MiCOURT Case Search is the main online tool for Macomb Township family court records. Search by party name, case number, or attorney. Results show case numbers, filing dates, party names, and docket entries but not document images. For actual documents, contact the Macomb County Circuit Court clerk at (586) 469-5240.
41A District Court Overview
The 41A District Court Shelby Division at sterling-heights.net/421/41A-District-Court serves Macomb Township for local district matters including traffic and civil cases.
The 41A District Court handles district-level matters only. For Macomb Township family court records including divorce, custody, and child support cases, contact the Macomb County Circuit Court Family Division at 40 North Main Street in Mount Clemens.
Copy Fees for Macomb Township Family Court Records
Standard copy fees under MCL 600.2546 apply at the Macomb County Circuit Court: $1.00 per page for regular copies and a $10.00 certification fee per document plus the per-page charge. Viewing records in person is free under MCR 8.119. Call (586) 469-5240 for a current fee estimate before mailing payment.
For certified copies of a divorce judgment or custody order for use in another state, obtain them in person or by mail with the official court seal. Include the case number if known, full names of both parties, the approximate filing year, and the specific documents needed. Add a self-addressed stamped envelope and check payable to the Macomb County Clerk.
Types of Family Court Records for Macomb Township Residents
The Macomb County 16th Circuit Family Division keeps all domestic relations records for Macomb Township. Divorce files contain the complaint, proof of service, judgment of divorce, and all orders. Custody files hold parenting time orders and modifications. Paternity files include the order of filiation and child support orders.
SCAO-approved court forms are at courts.michigan.gov/scao-forms. Michigan statutes governing court records access are at legislature.mi.gov.
Note: Michigan FOIA does not cover court records; if access is denied, file a motion directly with the Macomb County Circuit Court.
Nearby Cities
Family court records for residents near Macomb Township may also be filed in the counties serving these nearby cities.