Gladwin County Court Records

Gladwin County Court records are defined as any recorded material made by the court or submitted to the court in compliance with Michigan Court Rules, as stated in MCR 8.119. Court documents comprise pleadings, orders, judgments, warrants, stenotapes, log notes, audio and video recordings (digital or analog), and any data in a court's case management system.

Are Court Records Public in Gladwin County?

Yes. Gladwin County court records are public documents per the Michigan Freedom of Information laws (FOIL) and Michigan Freedom of Information Act 442 of 1976. According to these laws, every person can demand access to Gladwin County court and other public records. Custodians of the court documents in Gladwin County have a duty to make these records available, and failure to respond to a request for court records is a breach of the law. However, Michigan State statutes also provide exemptions regarding what court records can be made public. Some examples of Gladwin court records that are exempt from public disclosure include:

• Domestic relations court records.
• Juvenile court records.
• Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Records.
• Information Made Confidential by Court Order
• Wills Filed for Safekeeping.
• Mental Health Court Records.
• Drug court records.
• Investigative Subpoenas
• Treatment Court Records

Gladwin County Court Records Search

Individuals may perform a Gladwin County court records search using the following channels.

• The county court clerk's office
• Public access kiosks at any Gladwin County courthouse
• The case search portal

Gladwin County Courts

The Gladwin County court system consists of three main courts: the district court, the circuit court, and the county probate court. The District Court is the first court for all traffic, criminal, and DNR cases, including civil violations, misdemeanors, and crimes. After a preliminary hearing and arraignment, felonies move on to Circuit Court. Every other case is still in the District Court for a trial or other decision. Below are the county's courthouse locations:

Circuit Courts in Gladwin County
55th Circuit Court - Gladwin
401 W Cedar Ave,
Gladwin, MI 48624
Phone: (989) 426-7351
Fax: (989) 426-6917

District Court in Gladwin County
80th District Court - Gladwin
401 W Cedar Ave,
Gladwin, MI 48624
Phone: (989) 426-9207
Fax: (989) 246-0894

Probate Courts in Gladwin County
Gladwin Probate Court - District 17
401 W Cedar Ave,
Gladwin, MI 48624
Phone: (989) 426-7451

Gladwin County Criminal and Civil Records

Anyone can find Gladwin County criminal records at the records departments of any law enforcement office in Gladwin County. Every police department and sheriff's office in Gladwin County has a central database with criminal records, including arrest records, incident reports, and citizens' complete criminal history. Interested persons may visit these departments and request a criminal record search. Requests may be made in person, by mail, or over the phone. The steps to make a request are as follows.

• Complete a records request form or submit a written request providing the name of the subject of the criminal record and detailed information about the criminal record being requested.
• Pay the records request fee and provide a valid ID to make a request.
• The time taken to process each criminal record request depends on the number of documents requested.

The District Court handles civil suits where the amount sought is $25,000 or less, small claims cases, and summary proceedings (landlord-tenant disputes, land contract forfeitures). Civil Cases can be settled, heard at trial, or dismissed. Civil case records can be obtained from the Gladwin County district court. These records can be searched using the public access terminals at the county courthouse. Interested persons can request civil court records from the Gladwin County court clerk's office. To order and search for civil court records, individuals will need to provide:

• The civil case number.
• The date when the court record was filed.
• The name of a person/attorney/business named in the civil dispute.

Gladwin County Marriage Records

Gladwin County marriage records are vital records created and maintained by the Gladwin County clerk's office. Marriage records found at the clerk's office include marriage licenses, Gladwin Marriage Certificates, and marriage verification documents. Marriage records are confidential and can only be obtained by the married couple, their parents, their children, or an immediate family member.

To request marriage records, eligible persons can visit the county clerk's office and complete a marriage records request form. Requesters can also download the form, complete it, and send it by mail along with the appropriate records request fee. Requests can also be sent by mail to countyclerk@gladwincounty-mi.gov. Applicants must provide the following information on the records request form:

• The full names of the married persons
• The date when the marriage occurred

Gladwin County Divorce Records

Gladwin County divorce records are categorized as civil case records. They can be obtained from the family court section of the Gladwin County district court or from any Gladwin County court where the divorce proceeding took place. Divorce records available to the public include divorce decrees and divorce certificates. People can search for and obtain divorce records using the public access portals at the Gladwin County District Courthouse. Individuals can also visit the clerk's office to request a court divorce records search.

Gladwin County Birth Records

Gladwin County birth records are vital documents created and maintained locally at the Gladwin County Clerk's Office. Gladwin County birth certificates are the most essential type of Birth record maintained at the clerk's office. Gladwin County birth records are confidential records that only become public 100 years after they are issued. Otherwise, only the person named on the record, their parents, grandparents, siblings, or legal representative, can request Gladwin County birth records.

Individuals who want certified copies of birth records can request them from the clerk's office. They can also make a request through the U.S. mail by completing the Birth Records Request form and sending it to the clerk's office along with the appropriate records request fee. Requestors must also provide a valid ID to access birth records. Birth certificates cost $15, while extra copies cost $18.

Gladwin County Death Records

Gladwin County death records are vital records used to document every death within the county's jurisdiction. Certified copies of death records, such as Gladwin County death certificates, can be obtained at the county clerk's office. These records are confidential and only become public 75 years after they are issued.

Individuals interested in these records can make requests at the clerk's office. The request process involves completing a death records request form and submitting it by email, fax, or mail. Requesters will need to provide

• The full name of the deceased
• Time of death
• County of death

A copy of the requester's valid government-issued photo identification is also required.

Gladwin County Probate Court Records

The Gladwin County Family and Probate Court creates and maintains Gladwin County Probate Court records. In addition to handling wills and administering estates and trusts, the probate court also names conservators and guardians and mandates treatment for individuals with developmental disabilities and mental illnesses. Most probate court records are private, and only those directly involved in a probate dispute and their lawyers may request them.

Gladwin County probate records can be obtained online, by mail, fax, or in person at the Gladwin County probate court. To search for records, people must provide the subject of the probate document they are interested in. There are fees to obtain a copy of a probate court's records.

Gladwin County Property Records

Gladwin County property records provide information on every property in Gladwin County. These records are created and maintained at the Gladwin County Register of Deeds offices and the Gladwin County Treasurer's office. The Register of Deeds office maintains documents such as land documents, ownership records, property sale history, delinquent taxes, plats, and maps. The treasurer's office maintains property documents related to property tax, property assessments, and tax histories.

Anyone interested in acquiring property records may visit any of the aforementioned offices and request the records in person. Otherwise, they may send their request via mail or email, or use the Gladwin County land records portal to perform an online search

Gladwin County Court Records Online

Third-party online web resources like Michigancourtrecords.us offer an efficient way to access and acquire public Gladwin County court records. Private companies own third-party websites and databases. They obtain these court records from diverse sources to offer them as a service. They provide user-friendly platforms where individuals can search for specific court case documents by entering relevant details such as case numbers, party names, or dates. These platforms often allow users to view and download court documents directly from their website, saving time and effort. However, these platforms are run independently of any government organization, so the accuracy and validity of the information they provide may not be guaranteed.