Baraga County

Baraga County is located in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, including approximately 904 square miles of land and water along the southern shore of Lake Superior. Baraga County seat is L'Anse, a small community situated at the head of Keweenaw Bay. Established in 1875, Baraga County was named after Bishop Frederic Baraga, a Slovenian missionary who devoted his life to serving the Ojibwa people in Baraga County during the 19th century. Baraga County has a population of approximately 8,200 residents, making it one of Michigan's least populous counties. Baraga County is home to the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community, whose reservation occupies a significant portion of Baraga County's territory. The scene features dense forests, pristine lakefront, and rolling hills characteristic of the Upper Peninsula. Major landmarks include the Bishop Baraga County Shrine, a prominent 60-foot statue overlooking Keweenaw Bay, and the Sturgeon River Gorge Wilderness Area. Baraga County's economy has historically relied on natural resources, including timber and mining, though tourism and tribal gaming now play significant roles. Baraga County Courthouse is located at 16 North Third Street in L'Anse. Public records services are provided by the County Clerk, Register of Deeds, and Equalization Department, all housed within the courthouse complex. Baraga County Treasurer's office manages tax collection and property tax records at the same location.

• Public records services are provided by the County Clerk, Register of Deeds, and Equalization Department, all housed within the courthouse complex.

Baraga County Michigan Court is located at 200 Michigan Avenue, L'Anse, MI 49946. It is a Circuit Court with jurisdiction over civil and criminal cases. The court also handles family law, probate, juvenile, and traffic cases. The court is open Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 4:30pm.

Baraga County Michigan court jurisdiction is located in Baraga County, Michigan. The court has jurisdiction over civil and criminal cases arising in the county. The court is located at 200 U. 41, L'Anse, MI 49946.

Law Enforcement & Arrests

• Mugshots and booking photos are typically available through the Sheriff's Office, though the agency may charge reasonable fees for copying and processing these records.
• Response time for FOIA requests is generally within five business days, with possible extensions for complex requests.
• Some recent booking information may be available by calling the jail directly, though full historical records require a formal written request.

Jail & Inmate Records

• The bond and bail process follows Michigan state laws, allowing for the release of detainees under certain conditions.

Mugshots & Booking Photos

• Fees for copies of court documents typically range from $1.00 per page for standard documents to higher fees for certified copies.
• Written requests for court records can be mailed to the appropriate court with payment included.

• The Register of Deeds charges statutory fees for recording documents and providing certified copies, with standard copy fees typically $1.00 per page and certified copies requiring additional fees.
• For detailed title searches and historical document research, in-person visits or written requests to the Register of Deeds are recommended.

Vital records for this county include birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificates issued under state vital statistics law.

• Processing time for vital records requests at Baraga County level is typically 3-5 business days for in-person requests and 2-3 weeks for mail requests.
• Marriage licenses are issued by Baraga County Clerk's office and require both parties to appear in person with identification and payment of the license fee.
• For vital records older than one year or when county access is unavailable, the Michigan Department of Health and State Vital Records Office in Lansing provides statewide access.
• Online ordering is available through VitalChek at www.michigan.gov/mdhhs for an additional processing fee.
• Michigan vital records law is codified in the Public Health Code, MCL 333.2801 et seq, which governs access, confidentiality, and authorized requesters of vital records throughout the state.

Business records, licenses, and permits for this county are processed by the County Clerk and local government offices.

• This free online database allows searches by business name, registered agent, or entity number.