Shiawassee County Criminal Records
Shiawassee County criminal records are maintained by the 35th Circuit Court, the 66th District Court, and the Shiawassee County Sheriff's Office in Corunna. You can search court cases online through the county's Circuit Court Case Inquiry portal or through the statewide MiCOURT system. The Michigan State Police ICHAT database gives you access to state-level criminal history. This guide covers every major search tool and office that handles criminal records in Shiawassee County.
Shiawassee County Overview
Shiawassee County Sheriff and Courts
The Shiawassee County Sheriff's Office sits at 201 E. McArthur Street in Corunna. Sheriff Doug Chapman runs the office, which handles arrests, inmate booking, and law enforcement reports. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. You can reach them at (989) 743-3411. They also have an anonymous tip line at (989) 720-8477 if you want to report something without giving your name.
The county has two trial courts. The 35th Circuit Court is on the second floor of the courthouse at 208 N. Shiawassee Street. It handles felony cases and major civil matters. Call (989) 743-2239 for the Circuit Court or (989) 743-2602 by fax. The 66th District Court is nearby at 110 E. Mack Street and handles misdemeanors, traffic cases, and lower-level civil claims. Reach them at (989) 743-2395. County Clerk Caroline Wilson manages the clerk side, with her office at 208 N. Shiawassee Street, phone (989) 743-2242.
The sheriff's office website at sheriff.shiawassee.net has general information about the department. The county site at shiawassee.net connects you to the clerk and courts. Both are good starting points for any records search.
The Shiawassee County Sheriff's Office website lists department contacts, services, and FOIA request information for criminal records access.
| Sheriff's Office | 201 E. McArthur St., Corunna, MI 48817 |
|---|---|
| Sheriff Phone | (989) 743-3411 |
| Tip Line | (989) 720-8477 |
| 35th Circuit Court | 208 N. Shiawassee St., 2nd Floor, Corunna, MI 48817 |
| Circuit Court Phone | (989) 743-2239 |
| 66th District Court | 110 E. Mack Street, Corunna, MI 48817 |
| District Court Phone | (989) 743-2395 |
| County Clerk | (989) 743-2242 | 208 N. Shiawassee St., Corunna, MI 48817 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
How to Search Shiawassee County Criminal Records
Shiawassee County offers a direct online search portal for Circuit Court cases. Go to the Circuit Court Case Inquiry page on the county website. You can look up cases by name or case number. This tool covers felony criminal cases that went through the 35th Circuit Court. It is free to use and updated regularly.
The Shiawassee County Circuit Court page provides access to case inquiry tools, court schedules, and clerk contact information for criminal record searches.
For a broader statewide search, use MiCOURT Case Search. This Michigan Supreme Court tool covers district, circuit, and probate courts across the state. You can search Shiawassee County cases along with records from any other Michigan court. MiCOURT is free and does not need a login. It shows case numbers, charges, dates, and hearing status.
The Michigan State Police run ICHAT, the Internet Criminal History Access Tool. You can find it at apps.michigan.gov/ichat. ICHAT pulls from the state criminal history repository maintained under MCL 28.241. This is the most complete official source for background checks. A fee applies for each name search. Results cover arrests, charges, and dispositions reported to the state by law enforcement agencies statewide, including Shiawassee County.
The Circuit Court Clerk page covers filing procedures, forms, and record request information for Shiawassee County criminal cases.
Note: In-person case file review is free at the clerk's office during business hours; fees apply for certified copies or printed records.
FOIA Requests in Shiawassee County
Michigan's Freedom of Information Act, codified at MCL 15.231, gives you the right to request records from public agencies. Shiawassee County agencies must respond within five business days. You can request an extension in writing if more time is needed.
For sheriff's office records, submit your FOIA request through the online form at sheriff.shiawassee.net/foia. The FOIA contact number for the county is (989) 743-2222. Dr. Brian Boggs serves as the county FOIA coordinator. You can email requests to foia@shiawassee.net or mail them to 201 N. Shiawassee Street, Corunna, MI 48817. Some records may be exempt from disclosure under MCL 15.243, which lists protected categories including certain law enforcement materials and personal information.
The Shiawassee County Sheriff's FOIA page allows you to submit formal public records requests online for arrest and incident reports.
If you need a fee waiver, use the MC20 form. That form is available at the clerk's office. Indigent requesters can file an affidavit to request that fees be waived or reduced. If a request is denied in whole or in part, you have the right to appeal under state law.
Fees for Shiawassee County Criminal Records
Many criminal records in Shiawassee County can be viewed at no cost. Free inspection is available during business hours at the clerk's office and at the Circuit Court. You do not need to pay just to look at a public file. Fees apply when you want copies.
Certified vital record copies cost $10 for the first copy and $3 for each additional copy. Court record copy fees depend on the document type. Contact the clerk at (989) 743-2242 for current pricing. Online payments are accepted for court fines, costs, and restitution through the county's payment portal. FOIA fees cover search time, retrieval, and copying at rates set by the agency. The MC20 fee waiver form is available if you need cost relief.
ICHAT charges a per-search fee for each name run through the state criminal history system. Check the MSP website for the current rate before you start a search.
Local Resources for Criminal Records
The County Clerk's office is a central resource for criminal record requests in Shiawassee County. The clerk maintains court files and can help you find case documents, docket entries, and court orders. The clerk's office is at 208 N. Shiawassee Street in Corunna and is open during regular county hours.
The Michigan Department of Corrections runs OTIS, the Offender Tracking Information System, at mdocweb.state.mi.us. OTIS is free and shows current and past MDOC inmates, including those sentenced in Shiawassee County. You can search by name or prisoner ID. For sex offender information, use the Michigan Sex Offender Registry at michigan.gov/psor. Both tools are available around the clock with no account required. People with convictions may be eligible to have their records set aside under MCL 780.621, Michigan's expungement law.
Cities in Shiawassee County
Shiawassee County includes several communities. Corunna is the county seat and home to the main courts and sheriff's office. Other cities in the county include Owosso, Perry, Durand, and Laingsburg. None of these cities currently exceed the population threshold for a dedicated records page. All criminal cases in the county go through the courts in Corunna.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Shiawassee County. Each has its own courts and sheriff's office handling local criminal records.