Access Clinton County Residents Directory

Clinton County is in central Michigan, just north of Lansing. St. Johns is the county seat. About 79,000 people live here. The Clinton County residents directory pulls together court records, property filings, voter data, and other public information from county and state agencies. If you need to look up someone or find public records in Clinton County, use the search tool below. Office addresses, phone numbers, and links to key agencies are listed in the sections that follow.

Clinton County Residents Directory Court Files

The 29th Circuit Court serves Clinton County for felony criminal cases, civil actions above $25,000, and family law matters. The court is at 100 East State Street in St. Johns, MI 48879. Call (989) 224-5140 to reach the clerk. Case records are open to the public under Michigan Court Rule 8.119, unless a judge orders them sealed. You can look up Clinton County cases through the MiCOURT portal at no cost. Just choose the court, type a name or case number, and review the results.

The 65th District Court is also in St. Johns at the same address. It handles misdemeanors, traffic violations, and small claims. Records from both courts are in the statewide system. A single search can return results from either court. Criminal records show charges, pleas, and sentencing info. Civil records list parties, the claim type, and any rulings.

Property Records for Clinton County

All property transfers in Clinton County go through the Register of Deeds. The office is at 100 East State Street in St. Johns. Call (989) 224-5120. Under MCL 565.29, deeds, mortgages, liens, and land contracts must all be filed here. Michigan uses a race-notice recording system. The first document properly recorded wins in ownership disputes.

Clinton County property records are available online and at the office. Search by name, parcel number, or document type. Standard copies cost $1.00 per page, and certified copies are $5.00 per document. The county also has GIS mapping tools for parcel lookups. These show lot boundaries, assessed values, and ownership data. Property records make up a big part of the Clinton County residents directory since the county has a mix of farmland and suburban growth near the Lansing metro area.

Search Clinton County Criminal Records

The Michigan State Police ICHAT system is the go-to tool for criminal history checks in Clinton County. Each search costs $10. You need a full name and date of birth. ICHAT covers felony convictions and misdemeanors over 93 days from all Michigan counties. It does not include federal cases, traffic records, juvenile data, or suppressed information.

The Clinton County Sheriff is at 1347 East Townsend Road in St. Johns. Phone is (989) 224-5200. Call for booking and jail info. Current inmate data includes charges, booking dates, and bond amounts. For people in state prison, the OTIS tool from the Michigan Department of Corrections is free and covers all state facilities.

Statewide Tools for Clinton County Residents

Several Michigan state databases include Clinton County records. The screenshot below shows one of the state search tools you can use for the residents directory.

The Michigan Voter Information Center checks voter registration for anyone in Clinton County. Type in a first name, last name, birth date, and zip code. You get back registration status and polling location. Michigan's Qualified Voter File holds about 7.3 to 7.9 million records statewide. MCL 168.509(q) keeps full birth dates and Social Security numbers out of public voter files.

Clinton County Records Requests

Michigan's Freedom of Information Act (MCL 15.231 through 15.246) lets anyone request records from Clinton County government. Put your request in writing. Be specific about what you want. Include your name and contact info. Under MCL 15.235, the office must respond within five business days. A ten-day extension is allowed with written notice.

Copy fees run $0.10 to $1.00 per page in Clinton County. Certified copies are $5.00. Fee waivers are available under MCL 15.234 for those who qualify. Not all records are public. MCL 15.243 lists exemptions for personal data, law enforcement files, and other protected categories. If Clinton County denies your request, they must explain why in writing. You can check the full law on the Michigan Legislature website.

Clinton County Clerk Office

Cities in Clinton County

Clinton County borders the Lansing metro area. Lansing itself is in neighboring Ingham County but some Clinton County residents use Lansing-area services.

Nearby Counties

Clinton County is in central Michigan near the state capital. Search the residents directory for these neighboring counties.