Find Criminal Records in Huron County
Huron County criminal records are maintained by the Sheriff's Office and the County Clerk in Bad Axe. The county sits on Michigan's Thumb and handles all criminal filings through the 52nd Circuit Court and 73rd District Court. You can search these records in person, through statewide portals, or by submitting a FOIA request. This page walks you through every step and gives you direct contacts for each office involved.
Huron County Overview
Huron County Sheriff and Circuit Court
The Huron County Sheriff's Office is the primary law enforcement agency in the county. The office is at 120 S. Heisterman Street in Bad Axe and can be reached at (989) 269-6500. The Records division handles requests for police reports, arrest logs, and related documents. The office also provides Livescan fingerprinting for concealed carry permits and employment background checks, available Tuesday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. by appointment.
The Huron County Sheriff's Records Office page lists the services available, contact details, and how to submit records requests. The office handles FOIA requests and can direct you to the right department for specific documents.
The Michigan Offender Tracking Information System (OTIS) is a free statewide tool that covers current and former state prison inmates from all Michigan counties, including Huron. It is run by the Michigan Department of Corrections and updated regularly.
| Sheriff's Office | Huron County Sheriff |
|---|---|
| Address | 120 S. Heisterman St., Bad Axe, MI 48413 |
| Phone | (989) 269-6500 |
| Fax | (989) 269-6434 |
| District Court Address | 250 E. Huron Ave., Bad Axe, MI 48413 |
| District Court Phone | (989) 269-9987 |
| Circuit Court | 52nd Circuit Court |
| District Court | 73rd District Court |
Searching Huron County Criminal Records
The main statewide tool for criminal history searches is ICHAT, managed by the Michigan State Police. ICHAT lets you search felony and serious misdemeanor convictions across all 83 counties. Each name search costs $10. The system relies on reporting from law enforcement agencies as required by MCL 28.241. It covers convictions and is not a full arrest log. Results come back fast and can be saved for your records.
For court case data from the 52nd Circuit Court and 73rd District Court, use MiCOURT, the free state case lookup tool. You can search by name, case number, or date range. It covers both felony circuit cases and misdemeanor district cases. Some older filings may need to be retrieved in person at the courthouse.
The Huron County Sheriff's Office also provides online forms for records requests. You can use these to start a FOIA request or get more info on available records before making the trip to Bad Axe.
FOIA Requests in Huron County
Michigan's Freedom of Information Act, found at MCL 15.231, gives the public a legal right to access government-held records, including criminal records maintained by the Sheriff and the courts. You must submit a written request to the correct office. The agency has 5 business days to respond, with an option to extend by 10 more days if needed.
For law enforcement records, send your FOIA request to the Huron County Sheriff's Office at 120 S. Heisterman St., Bad Axe, MI 48413. You can also email the records division at stevensc@co.huron.mi.us or kocibak@co.huron.mi.us. For court records, contact the 73rd District Court at 250 E. Huron Ave. Under MCL 15.243, certain records can be withheld if disclosure would harm an ongoing investigation or violate personal privacy. You have the right to appeal a denial in writing.
Note: Court records are not available through the Sheriff's Office FOIA process; you must contact the court clerk directly for those files.
Record Copy Fees in Huron County
Huron County follows the standard Michigan FOIA fee schedule. Plain copies are $0.10 per page. Certified copies add a $10 fee per document on top of the per-page rate. Labor costs may apply for large requests that take significant staff time. Fingerprinting fees vary, so call the Sheriff's Office at (989) 269-6500 for the current rate. ICHAT searches cost $10 per name through the Michigan State Police portal.
Additional Resources for Huron County Records
The Michigan Sex Offender Registry is free and searchable by name, address, or zip code. It covers all registered offenders statewide, including those in Huron County. The registry is managed by the Michigan State Police and updated on a rolling basis. You do not need to create an account to run a search.
Michigan's Clean Slate law under MCL 780.621 allows automatic expungement of certain convictions after a waiting period. Up to 4 misdemeanors can be cleared after 7 years and up to 2 felonies after 10 years, assuming all conditions are met. If a search returns no results for someone with a known criminal history, expungement may explain the gap. The Huron County warrant search resource provides additional guidance on checking for active warrants in the county.
Communities in Huron County
Huron County is a rural Thumb-region county on the shore of Lake Huron. Communities include Bad Axe, Pigeon, Sebewaing, Harbor Beach, and Caseville, among others. None of these communities exceed the population threshold for a dedicated city page. All criminal cases from across the county are handled at the courthouse in Bad Axe.
Nearby Counties
Huron County is surrounded by counties in Michigan's Thumb region. If you are not certain which county handled a specific case or arrest, check where the incident took place.