Montmorency County Residents Directory

Montmorency County is in the northeast part of Michigan's Lower Peninsula. Atlanta is the county seat, a small village surrounded by state forest land. The Montmorency County residents directory pulls from court files, property records, voter rolls, and public data held by county and state offices. Whether you need to find someone or check records for a person tied to this area, the search tool on this page can help. Scroll down for links to county offices, state databases, and the phone numbers and addresses you need to get records directly.

Montmorency County Court Records Search

The 26th Circuit Court serves Montmorency County along with Alpena and Alcona counties. It handles felonies, civil cases over $25,000, and family law. The Montmorency County courthouse is at 12265 M-32 in Atlanta. Reach the clerk at (989) 785-8022. Under Michigan Court Rule 8.119, court records are open to the public. You can check filings, hearing dates, motions, and judgments. Records that have been sealed or expunged by a judge are the only exceptions.

The 88th District Court covers misdemeanors, small claims, and traffic cases for Montmorency County. It shares the same courthouse address. Use the free MiCOURT portal to search both courts. Enter a name or case number and pick Montmorency County from the drop down. Results show case type, status, filing date, and scheduled hearings. You do not need an account.

Court records make up a big part of the Montmorency County residents directory. Criminal cases show charges, plea details, and sentences. Civil records list the parties and what the dispute is about.

Montmorency County Property Records

The Montmorency County Register of Deeds records all property transfers in the county. The office is at the courthouse in Atlanta. MCL 565.29 requires every deed, mortgage, lien, and land contract to be filed here. Recording protects ownership rights and puts the public on notice of who holds title to a given parcel.

Copies cost $1.00 per page. Certified copies are $5.00 each. You can request records in person or by mail. Montmorency County is a rural area with many seasonal properties, so the register of deeds sees a steady flow of transfers tied to cabins and hunting land. The Montmorency County residents directory uses property records to show ownership data, transfer history, and encumbrances. Tax information goes through the county treasurer, and assessment data comes from the equalization department.

Criminal History in Montmorency County

The Michigan State Police ICHAT system covers criminal background checks for Montmorency County. Each search costs $10. You need a full name and date of birth. ICHAT returns felony convictions and misdemeanors over 93 days. Results include arrest dates, charges, court info, and sentencing. It does not show federal charges, sealed records, traffic cases, or juvenile matters.

Below is a screenshot of the Michigan State Police portal for running criminal history searches that include Montmorency County.

For people in state prison, the free OTIS tool from Michigan Corrections shows facility, release date, and offense details. The Montmorency County Sheriff's Office handles local jail and booking data. Their number is (989) 785-4411.

Vital Records for Montmorency County

Birth, death, and marriage records go through the Montmorency County Clerk. The office is at the courthouse in Atlanta. Certified copies cost $15. Bring a photo ID to make a request. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services handles state-level mail requests too.

Voter registration is another source in the Montmorency County residents directory. The Michigan Voter Information Center lets you check if someone is registered in the county. Put in their name, birth date, and zip code. It confirms registration and shows their polling location. Under MCL 168.509(q), certain personal details like full birth dates and Social Security numbers are not part of the public voter file.

Montmorency County Public Records Requests

Under the Michigan Freedom of Information Act (MCL 15.231 through 15.246), anyone can request public records from Montmorency County offices. Submit your request in writing to the department that has the records. Include your name and contact info. The office has five business days to respond under MCL 15.235, with a possible ten-day extension if they give written notice.

Copy fees range from $0.10 to $1.00 per page. A waiver may be available under MCL 15.234. Some records are exempt under MCL 15.243, which covers personal data and law enforcement files. A denial must come in writing with the specific exemption cited. You can appeal a denial to the head of the public body or go to circuit court.

Montmorency County Courthouse

Nearby Counties

Montmorency County borders other counties in northeast Michigan. Search the residents directory for these nearby areas.