Livonia Criminal Records Search
Livonia criminal records are held by the Livonia Police Department's Central Records unit and the Wayne County court system. With about 94,000 residents, Livonia is a large city in western Wayne County. Felony cases from the city go through the Wayne County 3rd Circuit Court. Misdemeanor matters are handled at the 16th District Court. You can request police records by visiting Central Records, emailing the department, or using the city's FOIA process. This guide covers all the main tools for searching and getting criminal records in Livonia.
Livonia Overview
Wayne County Court Records for Livonia
Livonia is in Wayne County, and felony criminal cases from the city go through the Wayne County 3rd Circuit Court in Detroit. The 3rd Circuit is Michigan's largest and busiest trial court and handles all felony matters across Wayne County. Misdemeanor cases and civil infractions for Livonia are heard at the 16th District Court. Both courts produce public records that are accessible under MCL 15.231, and case information can be searched online through MiCOURT at no cost.
| Circuit Court | Wayne County 3rd Circuit Court |
|---|---|
| District Court | 16th District Court |
| Case Search | MiCOURT Case Search |
| Police Department | 15050 Farmington Road, Livonia, MI 48154 |
| Police Phone | 734-466-2470 |
Search Livonia criminal cases on MiCOURT by entering a full name or case number. The system shows charges, case status, hearing dates, and docket entries for the 16th District Court and the Wayne County 3rd Circuit Court. It is free and available any time. Expunged cases under MCL 780.621 will not appear. For certified copies of court records, contact the clerk at the relevant court directly. The Michigan Courts directory at courts.michigan.gov has contact information for all courts.
Court records from older cases may not be available online if they predate the statewide electronic filing system. For those records, contact the 16th District Court clerk or the Wayne County Circuit Court clerk in person or by phone. Staff can confirm whether a record exists and how to get a copy.
Livonia Police Department Records
The Livonia Police Department is the source for police reports, arrest records, and incident documentation in Livonia. The department is at 15050 Farmington Road, Livonia, MI 48154. Call 734-466-2470 to reach the department. For FOIA requests related to police records, email foia@livoniapd.com. For all non-police city records, send requests to the City Law Department at law@livonia.gov. Visit the city's main website at livonia.gov for department contacts and general information.
The City of Livonia's main website at livonia.gov is the starting point for finding department contacts, services, and information on how to submit public records requests.
Police records requests in Livonia can be submitted in person at Central Records, by email, or by fax. For in-person requests, go to the police department at 15050 Farmington Road during business hours. The department has five business days to respond to FOIA requests. If they need more time, you will get an extension notice in writing. Some incident reports are available through online self-reporting depending on the type of incident. Contact the department to find out which reports qualify for this option. FOIA requests for fire department records and other non-police city documents go through the City Law Department, not the police department.
Livonia's FOIA FAQ page at livonia.gov answers common questions about how to submit records requests, what information to include, and what to expect from the process.
FOIA in Livonia
Livonia follows Michigan's Freedom of Information Act under MCL 15.231. Anyone can submit a FOIA request for public records. You do not need to explain why you want the record. Your request must be in writing and describe the record you need clearly enough for staff to locate it. For police records, email foia@livoniapd.com or submit in person at Central Records. For city records not held by the police, contact the City Law Department at law@livonia.gov.
Fees for Livonia FOIA requests are based on standard copy costs and labor time. Payment is required before records are released. If your estimated total is high, a deposit may be required before work begins. Low-income requesters can submit an Affidavit of Indigency to ask for a fee reduction or waiver. For details on the FOIA process, review the FAQ page at livonia.gov/FAQ.aspx?QID=101. If your request is denied under MCL 15.243, the city must give you a written explanation with the specific exemption cited. You can appeal a denial through the city's appeal process or to circuit court.
The two-track system in Livonia is worth noting. Police records go to the Police Department's FOIA contact. Everything else goes to the Law Department. Sending your request to the wrong office will slow it down. Check the FAQ page if you are unsure which office handles the type of record you want.
Note: Livonia police FOIA requests go to foia@livoniapd.com, while non-police city records requests must be sent to the City Law Department at law@livonia.gov.
How to Search Livonia Criminal Records
The Michigan State Police ICHAT system at apps.michigan.gov/ichat is the primary statewide tool for criminal history searches. Each search costs $10 and returns conviction data from courts across Michigan, including the Wayne County courts that handle Livonia cases. Results cover felony and misdemeanor convictions. Because the search is name-based, you may get results for people who share the same name. For identity-verified results, contact MSP Central Records about fingerprint-based searches.
For court case searches, use MiCOURT to look up Livonia cases at no charge. The MDOC OTIS database at mdocweb.state.mi.us tracks current and past state prison inmates. Livonia felony convictions that led to a prison sentence will show up there. The Michigan Sex Offender Registry at michigan.gov/psor is searchable by name or zip code and includes registered offenders living in Livonia. For police info and department contacts, see livoniacityjailmi.org/police-department. For MSP-held state records tied to Livonia residents, submit a FOIA request through the MSP FOIA portal.
Legal Resources for Livonia Residents
Livonia residents who need help with criminal records, expungement, or court access have several options. Michigan's Clean Slate Act under MCL 780.621 expanded expungement eligibility in 2021. More convictions now qualify, and automatic expungement applies to certain offenses after a set waiting period without further offenses. Applications are handled through the Wayne County 3rd Circuit Court.
Michigan Legal Help at michiganlegalhelp.org has free self-help guides on expungement, FOIA, and accessing court records. The State Bar of Michigan Lawyer Referral Service can connect Livonia residents with licensed Wayne County attorneys. Legal Aid and Defender Association of Detroit serves Wayne County residents with income-based free legal services for civil matters. Call 2-1-1 to be connected with local legal aid groups, housing resources, and other social services in Livonia and Wayne County. The Wayne County 3rd Circuit Court self-help center is also available for people who want to file documents on their own.
Wayne County Criminal Records
Livonia is in Wayne County. Felony cases from the city go through the Wayne County 3rd Circuit Court. For full county-level resources, courthouse details, and the Wayne County criminal records guide, visit the page below.
Nearby Wayne County Cities
Other qualifying Wayne County cities have criminal records pages with local court and law enforcement details.