Searching Keweenaw County: what to expect
Keweenaw County publishes some records directly — a single local source below — and leans on state systems for the rest. The county docket is online at keweenawcountyonline.org — one of the more useful local sources, since Michigan has no single statewide court search. The county posts nothing for criminal records, so that search runs through the statewide sources on our Michigan criminal records page.
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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Keweenaw County record-source URLs verified against the official local and Michigan state publishers on the review date. 3 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Keweenaw County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Keweenaw County, Michigan — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
2,161
Population
Census estimate
1,065
Households
Census estimate
$55,560
Median income
Annual household
$155,900
Median home value
Census ACS
Eagle River
County seat
In Michigan
Criminal records
2 sources
Court records
7 sources
Wants & warrants
see state portal
Property records
2 sources
Vital records
see state portal
Voter records
see state portal
Professional licenses
see state portal
Recorded documents
see state portal
Count of verified official sources per record type. Multiple sources One source Use state portal
Keweenaw County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Keweenaw County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | 97th District Court - Keweenaw Contact Us - Keweenaw County |
| Criminal records | Sex Offenders VINE is not working right now - VINELink |
| Wants & warrants | |
| Property records | Zoning & Construction Codes - Keweenaw County, Michigan Register to Vote - Michigan Voter Information Center |
| Vital records | |
| Voter records | Michigan Voter Information Center |
| Professional licenses | Search for Licensee - Accela Citizen Access |
| Recorded documents | Zoning & Construction Codes - Keweenaw County, Michigan Keweenaw County Clerk & Register of Deeds Article XVIII Administration Keweenaw County Zoning Ordinance December 15, 2006 |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Keweenaw County. Sources reviewed June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Keweenaw County Records
2026
Keweenaw County official government portal active
The official Keweenaw County government website at www.keweenawcountyonline.org continues to serve as the canonical local source.
2026
Keweenaw County court records portal verified
State court system links for Keweenaw County verified against the Michigan judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Keweenaw County criminal records access
State criminal records repository for Keweenaw County (statewide system, not county-specific) confirmed active in 2026.
2026
Keweenaw County property records online
Keweenaw County property assessment and recorder office online portal active in 2026.
The 4-Step Keweenaw County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Keweenaw County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Keweenaw County clerk's office is the first stop.
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Step 2 — Use the Michigan statewide systems
Criminal background, court case search, voter registration, and professional licensing are all run at the Michigan state level — not by the county.
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Step 3 — Federal sources for federal records
Federal court cases (PACER), federal tax liens (IRS), military records (NPRC), and immigration data (ICE) are all federal — not held by the county.
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Step 4 — Cross-check before relying on data
Most county portals lag 24-48 hours behind the courthouse. For time-sensitive verification, call the clerk directly.
Five Things People Get Wrong About Keweenaw County Records
MYTH"Keweenaw County maintains all criminal records."
FACTCriminal records for Keweenaw County are held by the Michigan state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
MYTH"Records sealed in Keweenaw County are gone everywhere."
FACTSealing removes records from public search but they still exist at the courthouse and may appear in FBI records (Identity History Summary).
MYTH"Free 'instant background' sites have Keweenaw County data."
FACTOnly the official Michigan state repository has verified, current Keweenaw County data. Free sites often have stale data.
MYTH"The Keweenaw County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
FACTThe Keweenaw County assessor's value is for property tax purposes only — usually below market value.
MYTH"All county records older than 50 years are public."
FACTPartially false. Public-records rules vary by record type AND state. Court records and deeds are usually older-public; vital records remain restricted longer (often 75-125 years).
Primary Sources and Official Record Portals
- www.keweenawcountyonline.org — Official Keweenaw County government website
- e.courts.michigan.gov — Court records — official source
- mvic.sos.state.mi.us — Property records — official source
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — Keweenaw County & Michigan Records
For records not specific to Keweenaw County, use Michigan's statewide system or the national hub.
📍 Michigan statewide record systems:
- Michigan Court Records →
- Michigan Criminal Records →
- Michigan Property Records →
- Michigan Vital Records →
- Michigan Voter Records →
- Michigan Wants & Warrants →
- Michigan Licenses →
- Michigan Recorded Documents →
🇺🇸 National hubs:
Related Public Records
Michigan statewide records: Court records · Criminal records · Wants & warrants · Property records · Vital records · Voter records · Licenses · Recorded docs
National directories: Court records · Criminal records · Property records · Vital records · Federal databases
Most Keweenaw County searches end up needing one of these:
About Keweenaw County, Michigan
Keweenaw County is located in the upper peninsula of Michigan. The county seat is Eagle River (official site: https://www.keweenawcountyonline.org/).
- Population: 2,161
- Households: 1,065
- Median household income: $55,560
- Median home value: $155,900
- Below poverty line: 7.8%
- Land area: 540.1 sq mi
- Population density: 4.0 people / sq mi
- Public libraries indexed: 0
- NCES schools indexed: 2
97th District Court - Keweenaw
Official Free
Mail check or money order payable to 97th District Court. Cash Credit and debit card payments are accepted. Contact the Court to access forms. You can visit Michigan Legal Help. Offices of Keweenaw County 5095 Fourth Street Eagle River, MI 49950
Contact Us - Keweenaw County
Official Free
Office directory for Keweenaw County, Michigan. It maps which office holds which record type, the question that stalls most searches. Directories like this exist because the right office varies by county — confirm before you mail anything.
Keweenaw County Magistrate Office
Official Free
Office directory for Keweenaw County, Michigan. Directories like this exist because the right office varies by county — confirm before you mail anything. Bookmark it if you work across multiple counties; the layout rarely changes.
12th Circuit Court | Houghton County, Michigan
Official Free
Court case information for Keweenaw County — dockets, hearing dates, and case lookups. It is independently run, so verify anything critical against the official court office.
Michigan | Pay a Ticket Online
Official Free
Michigan's statewide ticket-payment search. Find a payable citation by ticket number or name and settle it online without a court appearance, where the court allows.
Mifilecourtlist (PDF)
Official Free
Court case information for Michigan. For copies the site doesn't display, the clerk fills requests at a per-page rate. Try surname-only searches when a full name returns nothing; spelling variations are common.
10th District Court - Online - Calhoun County
Criminal & Court Records
OfficialFree
Court case information for Keweenaw County, Michigan. Attorneys of record appear on the docket, useful when you need to contact a party. Coverage is deepest for recent decades and thins out further back — check the stated start dates.
12th Circuit Court
Criminal & Court Records
OfficialFree
Court case information for Keweenaw County, Michigan. The docket is the official chronology; news accounts and third-party sites derive from it. Civil, criminal, probate, and traffic divisions may index separately — check each if a search runs dry.
VINE is not working right now - VINELink
Official Free
The sheriff's side of Keweenaw County record-keeping — bookings, incident reports, and records requests start here. It is independently run, so verify anything critical against the official criminal record office.
Sex Offender Registry
Official Free
City, County, Zip County: Use this search to locate all published offenders found in a specified city, county, or zip code area. See a Neighborhood Map: Street Address, City, Zip Code, County: Fill in one or more of these fields to search for sex offenders living in your area.
Zoning & Construction Codes - Keweenaw County, Michigan
Official Free
Some questions require extensive property and zoning ordinance research. In zoning, even the simplest of questions sometimes require a lengthy response if it is to be concise. Many of the most frequently asked questions the public has about zoning are addressed on this website; however, we encourage your questions by telephone or e-mail to [email protected]. The first key document is the Keweenaw County Zoning Ordinance.
Register to Vote - Michigan Voter Information Center
Official Free
This is where Keweenaw County handles voter registration records and election operations. It is an official government source.
LARA - Subdivisions
Official Free
Property research in Keweenaw County starts here: parcels, assessments, and tax detail. If a link breaks, the office homepage at michigan.gov carries the new path.
Michigan Voter Information Center
Official Free
Election administration for Keweenaw County runs through this office, from voter rolls to results. Searching the official side is free.
Search for Licensee - Accela Citizen Access
Official Free
Once you are logged into your MiPLUS account, you can apply for a license, submit a request, or view existing records, by clicking on the word “Licenses”.
Zoning & Construction Codes - Keweenaw County, Michigan
Official Free
Use the color coded legend to determine the Zoning District for the property in which construction is to take place. You can also call the ZCCD for information.The up-to-date certified map is maintained in the ZCCD, Keweenaw County Courthouse, 5095 4th Street, Eagle River, Michigan 49950.
Keweenaw County Clerk & Register of Deeds
Official Free
The land-records trail for Keweenaw County runs through here: recorded deeds, liens, and related filings. It is independently run, so verify anything critical against the official recorded document office.
Article XVIII Administration Keweenaw County Zoning Ordinance December 15, 2006
Official Free
M. The Keweenaw County Soil Erosion and Stormwater Control Ordinance, and any · applicable regulations of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, Public Act 451 of 1994, Part 91, Section 324.9141 et. seq., as amended. N.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I look up court cases in Keweenaw County?
Keweenaw County court cases are filed with the County Clerk. Search the Payable Ticket Search Page - State of Michigan portal: https://e.courts.michigan.gov/eTix/searchPage3cart.html. For federal matters, see PACER.
What's the difference between sealing and expunging a record in Michigan?
In Michigan, a sealed record is hidden from public view but still exists and remains visible to law enforcement, licensing boards, and some employers. An expunged record is treated by Michigan law as if it never happened — though FBI and federal records may persist regardless of state action. The relief process runs through the sentencing court.
Does an active warrant show up on a background check in Michigan?
Yes. Active warrants in Michigan appear on name-based criminal background checks through the Michigan State Police system the moment they are entered. Some employers also run a separate NCIC warrant query, which catches federal warrants as well.
Does a county sheriff have to honor ICE detainers?
No federal law forces a county to honor an ICE detainer. Multiple federal courts have ruled that detainers are non-binding requests. Some counties honor every detainer, others honor none, and many honor them only when ICE provides a judicial warrant. Policy is set at the county or sheriff level.