Find Shiawassee County Residents Directory

Shiawassee County is in central Michigan, west of Flint and north of Lansing. The Shiawassee County residents directory brings together public records from court filings, property transfers, voter registration rolls, and criminal history databases maintained by county and state offices. Corunna is the county seat, and the main government offices are based there. This page has search tools and agency links to help you look up people and records in the Shiawassee County residents directory. Start with the search box below or scroll through each section.

Shiawassee County Court Records

The 35th Circuit Court serves Shiawassee County. It handles felony criminal cases, civil claims above $25,000, and family law disputes. The courthouse is in Corunna. Most court records are public under Michigan Court Rule 8.119. Sealed records and juvenile cases are not open. You can check with the clerk in person or use the statewide online tool.

The 66th District Court handles misdemeanors, traffic cases, small claims, and civil matters under $25,000 for Shiawassee County. Both courts participate in the MiCOURT portal. It is free and does not need an account. Enter a name or case number, select the court, and view the results. You will see case status, hearing schedules, charges, and any rulings. This is the simplest way to search court records in the Shiawassee County residents directory from your computer.

Probate records for estates, guardianships, and conservatorships are handled by the Shiawassee County Probate Court. Those are also public in most cases. Walk into the courthouse in Corunna if you need files that are not in the online system.

Search Shiawassee County Criminal History

The ICHAT system from the Michigan State Police is the main tool for criminal background checks in Shiawassee County. It costs $10 per search and needs a full name and date of birth. ICHAT pulls records from all 83 Michigan counties. Results include felony convictions and misdemeanors that carry more than 93 days of jail time.

What you get from an ICHAT search includes the person's name, known aliases, arrest dates, charges filed, court info, and sentencing details. ICHAT does not include suppressed records, federal charges, traffic cases, or juvenile records. If you want to find someone in state prison or on parole, the free OTIS tool from the Michigan Department of Corrections shows custody status, sentence dates, and facility information. Search by last name or MDOC number.

The Shiawassee County Sheriff's Office in Corunna manages the county jail. They have current booking and inmate data that may not yet be in the state systems. Contact them for the most recent arrest info.

Shiawassee County Property Records

The statewide search portal shown below is one tool for finding records across Michigan, including Shiawassee County.

The Shiawassee County Register of Deeds keeps all property transfer documents in Corunna. This includes warranty deeds, quitclaim deeds, mortgages, liens, land contracts, and plat maps. MCL 565.29 requires that all property transfers be recorded with the register. You can search records at the office in person. Copies run about $1.00 per page, and certified copies cost $5.00. The register's office can also help with property fraud concerns if you suspect a filing was made without your consent.

Property tax records in Shiawassee County go through the county treasurer's office. You can check tax status, find delinquent balances, and look up tax sale schedules. For the Shiawassee County residents directory, property and tax records are key resources for verifying addresses and ownership history. The equalization department provides assessed values and property classifications.

Shiawassee County Residents Directory Vital Records

The Shiawassee County Clerk in Corunna handles birth, death, and marriage records. Certified copies cost between $15 and $30. In-person requests need a valid photo ID. You can also send a request by mail. The Michigan Division of Vital Records in Lansing holds statewide copies and can serve as a backup source if the county file is not available.

Voter registration data is part of the Shiawassee County residents directory. Check registration status for someone in this county through the Michigan Voter Information Center. Enter their name, date of birth, and zip code. The system confirms whether they are registered and shows their polling location. MCL 168.509(q) keeps full birth dates and Social Security numbers private in voter files.

Shiawassee County Records Requests

The Michigan Freedom of Information Act (MCL 15.231 through 15.246) allows anyone to request records from Shiawassee County government offices. Put your request in writing. Be specific about the records you need. Include your name and how to reach you. The county must respond within five business days per MCL 15.235, with a possible ten-day extension.

Copy fees in Shiawassee County are $0.10 to $1.00 per page. Certified copies cost $5.00 each. Fee waivers may be available under MCL 15.234 if you meet the criteria. Certain records are exempt from disclosure under MCL 15.243, including some personal data, investigation files, and attorney-client communications. Denials must come with a written explanation and the specific exemption cited.

Shiawassee County Clerk Office

Nearby Counties

Shiawassee County borders several counties in central Michigan. You can search the residents directory for these areas too.