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How to Search Michigan Wants & Warrants (Start Here)
Active warrants in Michigan are maintained by law enforcement at state, county, and local levels. There is no single database of all warrants in Michigan.
What this page covers: Michigan state warrant databases, most-wanted lists, and county-level warrant search tools where available. What it does not cover: Federal warrants (those are handled by the U.S. Marshals and FBI).
Where to start: Check the state law enforcement agency first for statewide warrant searches. For county-level warrants, contact the county sheriff. Many county sheriffs post active warrant lists on their websites.
Common mistake: Most-wanted lists only show high-priority fugitives. If you need to check whether someone has any active warrant, a most-wanted list is not enough — contact the county sheriff or clerk of court directly.
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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: Michigan wants & warrants URL verified against the official state publisher at www.michigan.gov on the review date. 7 primary .gov sources cited below.
Michigan Wants & Warrants — Key Facts (2026)
Outstanding warrants, fugitive lists, and active sheriff's warrants for Michigan — what's public, what isn't, and how to verify in 2026.
Public
Public-facing fugitive list
Yes (state portal)
Sealed
Active arrest warrants
Often non-public until executed
NCIC
Federal warrant index
Law enforcement only
$0
Cost of public warrant lookup
Free in most states
24-48h
New filings lag
Typical processing delay
Where a warrant lives (typical visibility)
Sheriff most-wanted list
100%
State fugitive portal
90%
NCIC (federal index)
0%
Sealed arrest warrant
0%
FBI Top-10 (national)
100%
Unit: % publicly searchable.
What Changed in 2026 — Michigan Wants & Warrants
2026
Michigan wants & warrants portal active
The official Michigan portal at www.michigan.gov continues to serve as the canonical entry point for wants & warrants in 2026.
For 2026, Michigan continues to publish wants & warrants information through state-authorized portals; check www.michigan.gov for current fees and processing times.
Federal record types (federal liens, federal land, federal vital statistics) continue to live OUTSIDE Michigan's state portal — see the Primary Sources below for additional official portals.
Sheriff's Office & Corrections Center 640 River St. Allegan, MI 49010 (269) 673-0500 Email · Courts & Law Enforcement » Sheriff's Office & Corrections Center » Investigative Services
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Do not attempt to apprehend. Immediately contact the Michigan Department of Corrections using the 'Send Tip' links below. It is also recommended that you contact the corresponding local law enforcement agency · Column header, click the link for an definition of the header. Escapee Photo
�TSTANDING WARRANTS DATE · STATUS -WRNT · WARRANT DT NAME CUR CHARGE C/M/F DOB · 5/13/2022 ADAMS DAZJIN/EST SUSPEND OP M 3/09/1996 · 8/06/2019 ADAMS JASON/JAY SUSPEND OP M 11/18/1980 · 5/02/2018 ADAMS JEREMIAH/A SEAT BLT P C 4/15/1978 · 9/18/2024 ADAMS JOSEPH/JOH DISORDERLY M 9/28/1984 ·
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Michigan's statewide wanted-persons and active-warrant information is published by the Official Michigan Wants & Warrants. View the current list at www.michigan.gov. Additional federal fugitives can be reviewed on the FBI Most-Wanted portal.
How do I know if I have an outstanding warrant in Michigan?▼
Most warrants in Michigan are issued at the county or municipal level by the local court or sheriff. The Official Michigan Wants & Warrants (www.michigan.gov) publishes statewide and felony-level warrant data; for misdemeanor and traffic warrants you generally must contact the clerk of the issuing court directly. Sheriffs in each county also maintain local active-warrant pages.
Can a private person serve or enforce a warrant in Michigan?▼
No. Only sworn law-enforcement officers can serve and execute warrants in Michigan. Civilians who locate a wanted person should report the information to the Official Michigan Wants & Warrants or local law enforcement at www.michigan.gov rather than attempt direct contact. Some Michigan warrants also carry a reward administered by the issuing agency.
How do I clear an old Michigan warrant?▼
A Michigan warrant generally must be cleared through the court that issued it — by appearing in person, hiring counsel, or filing a motion to quash. The Official Michigan Wants & Warrants can confirm whether a warrant is currently active in the statewide system at www.michigan.gov, but only the issuing judge can recall or quash it.
Does Michigan share warrant data with other states?▼
Yes. Michigan warrants that meet entry criteria are uploaded to the FBI's National Crime Information Center (NCIC), making them visible to law enforcement nationwide. The Official Michigan Wants & Warrants at www.michigan.gov manages Michigan's NCIC interface and entry standards.
