Roscommon County Court Records Search
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Roscommon County, Michigan is a north-central Michigan county known for its lakes and forests, with the village of Roscommon serving as its county seat. The county's judicial system is organized around three courts — the 34th Circuit Court, the 82nd District Court, and the Roscommon County Probate Court — all operating out of the Roscommon County Courthouse. Together, they handle the full range of civil, criminal, family, and estate matters for county residents.
If you're looking to access court records in Michigan, you have several options. Clerk offices at the county courthouse accept both in-person and written requests, public-access terminals are available on-site, and online tools let you search from anywhere. MichiganCourts.us can help you identify courts, locate case information, and understand how Michigan's court records framework works at the county level.
How to Look Up a Court Case in Roscommon County?
All requests to access, inspect, or obtain copies of court records in Roscommon County must be submitted on an official Access to Court Records Request Form, pursuant to Local Administrative Order D82, 2025-01J. This requirement applies to all Roscommon County courts.
In-Person Requests
All three courts are housed at the Roscommon County Courthouse. You can submit records requests directly at the clerk windows for each court:
Roscommon County Courthouse
500 Lake Street
Roscommon, MI 48653
By Mail
Completed Access to Court Records Request Forms may be mailed to the courthouse address above. If you want copies returned by mail, include a self-addressed stamped envelope with your request.
Online Search — MiCOURT Case Search
Michigan's statewide MiCOURT Case Search portal gives the public free access to case information from participating trial courts, including Roscommon County. Depending on the court, you can search Civil, Traffic, Criminal, Domestic (Divorce/Family), and Probate cases by party name, case number, or filing date.
Court Contact Information
| Court | Phone | Fax |
|---|---|---|
| 34th Circuit Court | (989) 275-4776 | (989) 275-6321 |
| 82nd District Court | (989) 275-5312 | (989) 275-6033 |
| Roscommon County Probate Court | (989) 275-5221 | (989) 275-8537 |
Are Court Records Public in Roscommon County?
Michigan law starts from a presumption of public access to court records. Under the Michigan Freedom of Information Act (Act 442 of 1976), the public has the right to inspect and copy most records held by government bodies — including Roscommon County courts — unless a specific exemption applies.
At the court level, access is governed by Michigan Court Rule 8.119. Under MCR 8.119(D), any person may inspect court records and obtain copies unless access is restricted by statute, court rule, or a specific court order entered under MCR 8.119(I). Michigan Courts publishes a chart of Nonpublic and Limited-Access Court Records that details which case types and document categories fall outside public access.
Records restricted from public access in Roscommon County include:
- Medical records submitted as court exhibits or contained in mental health proceedings
- Certain law enforcement records where disclosure would interfere with active investigations
- Records protected by attorney-client privilege
- Trade secrets included in civil filings
- Expunged or sealed criminal records — closed by statute or court order
- Juvenile delinquency and child protective proceedings — nonpublic by statute
- Adoption records — sealed under Michigan law
- Mental commitment records — generally restricted
When a court releases records containing restricted elements, clerks redact the protected information before providing copies. Parties to a sealed case retain access to their own files even when general public access is blocked.
Roscommon County Criminal Court Records
Criminal matters in Roscommon County are divided between two courts based on the severity of the offense. The 82nd District Court handles misdemeanor cases from arraignment through sentencing and serves as the initial processing point for felony cases up through the preliminary examination stage. Once a felony case moves forward, the 34th Circuit Court takes over — it handles all felony prosecutions carrying a potential sentence of more than one year, as well as appeals from the District Court.
Court Locations — Criminal Division
34th Circuit Court — Criminal
Address: 500 Lake Street, Roscommon, MI 48653
Phone: (989) 275-4776 | Fax: (989) 275-6321
82nd District Court — Criminal/Traffic
Address: 500 Lake Street, Roscommon, MI 48653
Phone: (989) 275-5312 | Fax: (989) 275-6033
Note: The 82nd District Court is a weapons-free court. No weapons are permitted inside the Roscommon County Courthouse, even for individuals holding a concealed weapons permit.
Criminal case records — including charge documents, arraignment records, plea agreements, trial transcripts, and sentencing orders — can be searched through MiCOURT Case Search. For certified copies or documents not yet available online, submit an Access to Court Records Request Form to the appropriate court.
Arrest Records and Jail Information
The Roscommon County Sheriff's Office handles law enforcement for the county, including arrests and jail operations. The Sheriff's Office is located at 111 S. Second Street, Roscommon, MI 48653, and can be reached at (989) 275-5101. For non-emergency matters, call (989) 275-0911. Current jail information and inmate details are available through the county's Jail/Inmate Information page. Inmate funds can be deposited online at jailatm.com or at the kiosk in the jail visitation lobby.
Expunged convictions are sealed from public view under Michigan's expungement statutes, and juvenile records are maintained as nonpublic files.
Roscommon County Civil Court Records
Civil litigation in Roscommon County falls within the jurisdiction of the 34th Circuit Court for cases exceeding $25,000, matters involving land, and equity proceedings such as injunctions. The 82nd District Court handles smaller civil claims and tends to be the court most county residents encounter for routine disputes. Both courts are located at the Roscommon County Courthouse, 500 Lake Street, Roscommon, MI 48653.
Searching Civil Records
Civil case dockets and available documents can be searched through MiCOURT Case Search. For complete case files or certified copies of civil judgments, orders, or pleadings, submit an Access to Court Records Request Form to the Circuit Court at (989) 275-4776 or the District Court at (989) 275-5312.
Copy Fees
The courts collect fees for record reproduction as permitted under MCR 8.119(H)(1). Contact the relevant court clerk for current per-page copy fee schedules, as fees may vary by document type and format.
Property Records
The Roscommon County Register of Deeds — part of the Clerk/Register of Deeds Office at 500 Lake Street — maintains land records dating back to 1820, with digital records available from May 1963 forward. Online search access is available through the Roscommon Online Services portal (subscription required) or the Public/Guest Login for free access. The Register's office also provides public computers at the courthouse for on-site searches.
Register of Deeds Fees:
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Recording a deed, mortgage, or instrument | $30 per document |
| Copy of deed | $1 per page |
| Certified copy | Add $5 per document to copy fee |
| Fax copy | $2 + $1 per page |
| Mailed copy | $5 postage + $1 per page |
| Emailed copy | $2 + $1 per page |
| Search fee | $5 for first 5 minutes; $1 per additional minute |
Roscommon County Family Court Records
The Family Division of the 34th Circuit Court handles all family law matters in Roscommon County — divorce, child custody, paternity, child support, personal protection orders, adoptions, name changes, and emancipations. The Family Court operates out of the same courthouse and shares staff with the Circuit Court's general division.
Family court fines and fees can be paid online through the court's online payment portal. For questions or to follow up after sending an email to court staff, call (989) 275-5221.
Divorce Records
Divorce decrees and dissolution case documents are maintained by the 34th Circuit Court Clerk and are generally accessible to the public unless sealed by court order. To request certified copies, submit an Access to Court Records Request Form to the Circuit Court at (989) 275-4776, or search case information through MiCOURT Case Search.
Marriage Records
Marriage records are public in Michigan. Certified copies of marriage certificates are obtained from the Roscommon County Clerk/Register of Deeds at 500 Lake Street, Roscommon, MI 48653. To request a certified copy, complete the Marriage Certificate Request Application and provide a valid government-issued photo ID. Mailed requests should include a self-addressed stamped envelope.
Marriage Certificate Fees:
- First certified copy: $15.00
- Each additional copy (ordered simultaneously): $19.00
For a new marriage license, both parties must be at least 18 years of age. There is a 3-day waiting period, which can be waived for a $50.00 fee. The standard license fee is $20.00 ($30.00 for non-residents). Applications can be submitted in person or started online through the County Clerk's Office.
Birth and Death Records
Birth records are not public in Michigan. Access is limited to the registrant, their parents, or authorized legal guardians. Certified copies of birth certificates cost $15.00 for the first copy and $10.00 for each additional copy ordered at the same time. Submit the Birth Certificate Request Application along with a valid government-issued photo ID and payment to the Roscommon County Clerk/Register of Deeds.
Death records are public in Roscommon County. Certified copies cost $15.00 for the first copy and $10.00 for additional copies ordered simultaneously. Use the Death Record Request Application and submit it to the same Clerk's Office with photo ID and payment.
Roscommon County Probate Court Records
The Roscommon County Probate Court has jurisdiction over the settlement of estates, execution of wills, appointment of guardians and conservators for minors and adults, and civil commitment of persons determined to be mentally ill. The Probate Court also handles the issuance of secret marriage licenses in limited circumstances.
Probate Court Location
Roscommon County Probate Court
Roscommon County Courthouse
500 Lake Street
Roscommon, MI 48653
Phone: (989) 275-5221
Fax: (989) 275-8537
Searching Probate Records
Probate case information is available through the MiCOURT Case Search portal. For cases or documents not available online, submit a completed Access to Court Records Request Form to the Probate Court, either in person at the courthouse or by mail to 500 Lake Street, Roscommon, MI 48653. Include the case name, parties' names, filing dates, and case number where known.
Confidential Probate Matters
Not all probate records are publicly accessible. Mental illness commitment records and adoption files maintained through the Probate Court are treated as nonpublic under Michigan law and Michigan Court Rule 8.119. Estate proceedings, guardianships over adults, and conservatorship files are generally public, though specific documents within those files — such as medical evaluations — may be restricted.
Official Probate Court Forms for estate administration, guardianship, conservatorship, and related proceedings are available on the Michigan Courts website for self-represented parties navigating the probate process.