Access Livingston County Residents Directory

Livingston County sits between Lansing and Ann Arbor in southeast Michigan. About 195,000 people live here. Howell is the county seat, and Brighton is another well-known community. This residents directory page covers all the public record resources for Livingston County. You can search court case files, property records, jail look ups, and voter data using the tools and links listed below. Elizabeth Hundley serves as the county clerk. Start with the search tool on this page, or browse the office contacts and databases further down to find what you need in the Livingston County residents directory.

Livingston County Court Records

The 44th Judicial Circuit Court is the main trial court for Livingston County. It is at 204 S Highlander Way, Howell, MI 48843. The phone number is (517) 546-4000. This court handles felony cases, civil lawsuits over $25,000, family law, and appeals. Under MCL 15.233, court records are open to the public. You can look up cases through the court's website or the free statewide MiCOURT search portal.

The 53rd District Court has two locations. One is in Howell and the other is in Brighton. Both share the phone number (517) 540-7800. This court processes misdemeanors, traffic violations, small claims, and preliminary felony exams. If someone was charged with a minor crime in Livingston County, the case most likely went through the 53rd District Court. Records from these cases can be searched on MiCOURT by entering a party name or case number.

Livingston County does not have a separate probate court building. Probate matters are handled through the circuit court system. If you need to find a probate case, such as a will filing or guardianship record, check with the 44th Circuit Court clerk.

Livingston County Residents Directory Property Data

The Livingston County Register of Deeds keeps all land and property filings. The office is at 304 E Grand River Avenue, Howell, MI 48843. Phone is (517) 546-0270 and fax is (517) 546-0271. You can email them at registerofdeeds@livgov.com. Hours run Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

The online search tool on the Register of Deeds website lets you look up records by owner name, address, or parcel number. Deeds, mortgages, liens, easements, and land contracts are all on file. Document images are available for most filings. Property records matter in the Livingston County residents directory because they show who owns what, when the property changed hands, and what debts are attached to it. If you are trying to trace someone's real estate history in Howell or Brighton, this is the right tool to use.

Sheriff and Jail Look Up in Livingston County

The Livingston County Sheriff's Office is at 150 S Highlander Way, Howell, MI 48843. The main line is (517) 546-2440. The jail is at the same address, and you can reach it at (517) 546-2445.

Here is a screenshot from the Livingston County residents directory showing the sheriff's office page. You can use this site to find inmate search tools and other public safety resources for the county.

The jail search only shows people in custody right now. It does not cover past bookings. For state prison records, use the free OTIS search from the Michigan Department of Corrections. OTIS covers inmates in state facilities, parolees, and probationers. You can search by last name with at least three letters. The results list the person's MDOC number, current facility, sentence start and end dates, and parole eligibility.

FOIA and Livingston County Records Access

All Livingston County offices fall under the Michigan Freedom of Information Act. MCL 15.231 through 15.246 give any person the right to request records that a public body makes, owns, uses, or keeps. That covers everything from emails and typed reports to digital files and audio recordings. To make a FOIA request, put it in writing and send it to the FOIA coordinator at the right department. Name the records you want. Give your name and how to reach you.

Under MCL 15.235, the office has five business days to respond. They can take ten more days if they send a written delay notice. Copy fees run $0.10 to $1.00 per page. A fee waiver is available under MCL 15.234 for those who cannot pay. If the office denies your request, they must cite the exact exemption from MCL 15.243 in writing. You can then appeal or take the matter to circuit court.

Livingston County Criminal History Tools

The ICHAT system from the Michigan State Police is the main criminal history search for Michigan. It costs $10 per search and takes a credit card. Enter a full name and date of birth. ICHAT shows felony convictions and serious misdemeanors from all 83 counties. For people in Livingston County, results come from cases filed in the 44th Circuit Court and the 53rd District Court.

ICHAT leaves out traffic cases, juvenile records, federal charges, and crimes from other states. It also does not cover local misdemeanors that carry less than 93 days in jail. If you cannot pay the fee, an indigent waiver exists. Fill out an Affidavit of Indigency, get it notarized, and mail it to the Michigan State Police. This waiver can be used twice per year.

The Michigan Sex Offender Registry is free. Search by name, address, or zip code to find registered offenders near you in Livingston County. Profiles include photos, home addresses, offense details, and tier levels.

Voter Records in Livingston County

The Michigan Voter Information Center lets you check if someone in Livingston County is registered to vote. Enter their first name, last name, date of birth, and zip code. The tool shows registration status, date of registration, precinct, and district information. Michigan's Qualified Voter File holds about 7.3 to 7.9 million records. It includes names, addresses, birth years, and voting history. Phone numbers and full birth dates stay private under MCL 168.509(q). The full QVF file is available through a FOIA request to the Michigan Department of State for $23.

Livingston County Residents Directory Contacts

Cities in Livingston County

Livingston County includes Howell, Brighton, Fowlerville, Pinckney, and a number of townships like Genoa, Hamburg, and Green Oak. None of the cities in Livingston County meet the population threshold for a separate page in this residents directory. For records on people in these areas, use the county-level tools listed on this page.

Nearby Counties

Livingston County borders several other counties. If you need to search beyond this area, check these nearby options.