Population
886K
County Seat
Mount Clemens
Libraries
26
Schools
231
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Edited by Sam Rokni — Editor & Owner, SearchSystems.net. Public records professional since 1999. NAPBS founding member. Full bio & credentials.
Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Macomb County record-source URLs verified against the official local and Michigan state publishers on the review date. 4 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Macomb County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Macomb County, Michigan — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
886,175
Population
Census estimate
354,251
Households
Census estimate
$73,876
Median income
Annual household
$216,200
Median home value
Census ACS
Mount Clemens
County seat
In Michigan
Criminal records
2 sources
Court records
5 sources
Wants & warrants
see state portal
Property records
29 sources
Vital records
2 sources
Voter records
see state portal
Professional licenses
2 sources
Recorded documents
1 source
Count of verified official sources per record type. Multiple sources One source Use state portal
Macomb County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Macomb County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | https://courtpa.macombgov.org/eservices/home.page.2 16th Judicial Circuit Court | Macomb County |
| Criminal records | VINE is not working right now - VINELink Contact Us - Michigan Sex Offender Registry |
| Wants & warrants | No verified source — see Macomb County state portal below |
| Property records | World War I Service Records for Macomb County Macomb County Comprehensive Mapping Service |
| Vital records | Death records FAQs Birth records |
| Voter records | No verified source — see Macomb County state portal below |
| Professional licenses | Macomb County Clerk/Register of Deeds - Self-Service Directory Alpha Search: a | Macomb County Chamber of Commerc… |
| Recorded documents | Real Property Official Records Search |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Macomb County. Data verified June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Macomb County Records
2026
Macomb County official government portal active
The official Macomb County government website at www.macombgov.org continues to serve as the canonical local source.
2026
Macomb County court records portal verified
State court system links for Macomb County verified against the Michigan judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Macomb County criminal records access
State criminal records repository for Macomb County (statewide system, not county-specific) confirmed active in 2026.
2026
Macomb County property records online
Macomb County property assessment and recorder office online portal active in 2026.
The 4-Step Macomb County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Macomb County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Macomb 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 Macomb County Records
❌ Myth: "Macomb County maintains all criminal records."
✓ Truth: False. Criminal records for Macomb County are held by the Michigan state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
❌ Myth: "Records sealed in Macomb County are gone everywhere."
✓ Truth: False. Sealing 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 Macomb County data."
✓ Truth: False. Only the official Michigan state repository has verified, current Macomb County data. Free sites often have stale data.
❌ Myth: "The Macomb County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
✓ Truth: False. The Macomb County assessor's value is for property tax purposes only — usually below market value.
❌ Myth: "All county records older than 50 years are public."
✓ Truth: Partially 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 (All Verified)
- www.macombgov.org — Official Macomb County government website
- e.courts.michigan.gov — Court records — official source
- www.frasercitymi.gov — Property records — official source
- mi.uslandrecords.com — Recorded documents — official source
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — Macomb County & Michigan Records
For records not specific to Macomb 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:
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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
About Macomb County, Michigan
Macomb County is located in eastern Michigan. The county seat is Mount Clemens (official site: https://www.macombgov.org/).
- Households: 354,251
- Median household income: $73,876
- Median home value: $216,200
- Below poverty line: 9.8%
- Land area: 479.4 sq mi
- Population density: 1,848.7 people / sq mi
World War I Service Records for Macomb County
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Macomb County Comprehensive Mapping Service
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Search All Known Address - Allows user to search all property address · in Macomb County. This search differs from Search Tax Parcels by · Property Address in that it allows for the searching of individual · apartment, condo and mobile home unit locations often times ·
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Foreclosure auction and claims
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Macomb County is participating in a settlement of claims for surplus proceeds from previous tax foreclosure auctions. The settlement is for properties that were sold for more than the outstanding taxes and expenses between 2013 and 2020.
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Records | Fraser, MI - Official Website
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The Records Bureau serves as the information center for businesses, attorneys, and the public.
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Preliminary Plat & Condominium Review
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Macomb County Funeral Master Index
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This index covers 227 volumes of records from 17 Macomb County funeral homes which have been indexed, transcribed or abstracted . Copies of the abstracts or actual records are available at MCPL.
Macomb Genealogy Research Service
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Macomb County Vital Records. Birth Records 1867-1923, Marriage Records 1819-1921, Death Records 1867-1949 . The births and deaths are ledger type records, not full certificates, and burial information is not included.
https://courtpa.macombgov.org/eservices/home.page.2
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16th Judicial Circuit Court | Macomb County
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The Macomb County 16th Judicial Circuit Court in Mount Clemens, Michigan, United States of America, has jurisdiction in all civil cases involving more than $25,000; domestic relations cases; cases seeking equitable relief, felony criminal cases ...
Probate Court | Macomb County
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Probate Court has exclusive legal and equitable jurisdiction in decedent's estates, guardianships, conservatorships, protective proceedings and commitment proceedings . Filings will not be accepted after 4:00 p.m. Filings are not accepted
Mount Clemens Public Library, MI
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Payable Ticket Search Page - State of Michigan
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Sex Offender Registry
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Death records FAQs
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Clair Shores, Sterling Heights or Warren, you can contact that city directly. Death certificates are obtained in the county where the death occurred. Mailing Address: Macomb County Death Records, 120 North Main Street, Mount Clemens, MI 48043
Birth records
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Certified copies of Birth certificates are available if you are born in Macomb County and serve as an original document. Birth records are not public records and can only be obtained by the individual, parents of the individual, a legal guardian of the individual, an heir if the individual is deceased and relationship is shown with a court order.
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Macomb County Clerk/Register of Deeds - Self-Service
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The data and information on this website is made available by the Office of the Macomb County Clerk/Register of Deeds as a convenience to the public. The data and information provided herein is intended for the private non-commercial use of the general public.
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From the densely-populated southern cities to the rural northern villages, Macomb County possesses a wealth of assets that make it a desirable place to live, work and play! Located in southeast Michigan , Macomb County is 483.7 square miles.
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Departments | Macomb County
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Macomb Community Action provides of Macomb County. Committed to being a leader in coordinating and providing quality, comprehensive workforce development, employment and training services. Martha T. Berry is a County-operated medical care facility offering rehabilitation for illness or injury, as well as long-term skilled nursing care. Helping people improve their lives by bringing the vast knowledge resources of Michigan State University
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A notarization on a document certifies that the person whose signature is entered on the document personally appeared before the notary, established their identity, and personally signed the document in the presence of the notary. What are the qualifications to become a Michigan notary public? Be a U.S. citizen or possess proof of legal presence; Be a resident of the county
Voter registration statistics - Michigan Voter Information Center
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There are approximately 7.3 million active registered voters in Michigan.
Mount Clemens Public Library Local History Sketches The Macomb County Building
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a crew of 75 men, most of them county residents, worked 24 hours per day, assisted by floodlights Michigan's governor, Wilber M. Brucker, was chief · among the dignitaries present on July 1, 1931, when · the cornerstone was laid for the new Macomb County
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2024 Michigan Election Results
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I look up court cases in Macomb County?
Macomb 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.
How long does an arrest stay on my record in Michigan if I wasn't convicted?
In Michigan, an arrest stays on your record indefinitely unless you petition the court to seal or expunge it, even if charges were dropped or you were found not guilty. Michigan's rules for clearing non-conviction records are stricter than for convictions — start with the Michigan State Police.
Does an arrest show up on a background check before conviction in Michigan?
Yes — in Michigan, an arrest can appear on a name-based background check from the moment of booking, even before any court ruling. Whether it appears on an employment screening depends on the type of check (name-based vs. fingerprint-based) and how recent the arrest is.
How do I run a Michigan background check?
Michigan background checks are handled by the Michigan State Police. Name-based searches are available through the official state portal (per-search fee applies). Fingerprint-based checks — required for licensing, foster care, and many employers — must be submitted through an approved vendor.
