Dickinson County

Dickinson County is located in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, bordered by Wisconsin to the south and west. Dickinson County seat is Iron Mountain, which is the governmental and commercial hub for Dickinson County. Established in 1891, Dickinson County was named after Don M. Dickinson, who served as Postmaster General under President Grover Cleveland. Dickinson County includes approximately 766 square miles and has a population of roughly 25,000 residents according to recent census estimates. The geography features rolling hills, extensive forests, and numerous lakes and rivers, including the Menominee River which forms part of the Michigan-Wisconsin border. Major landmarks include the Cornish Pump and Mining Museum, which preserves Dickinson County's rich iron mining heritage, and the Pine Mountain Ski Jump, one of the highest artificial ski jumps in North America. Dickinson County's economy historically centered on iron ore mining, and remnants of this heritage remain visible throughout Dickinson County. Dickinson County Courthouse is located at 705 South Stephenson Avenue in Iron Mountain. Dickinson County Clerk's office, County Recorder (Register of Deeds), and County Assessor all maintain offices in the courthouse complex. Dickinson County Recorder handles land records and property transfers, while the Clerk manages vital records and election administration. The Assessor's office maintains property valuations and tax assessment records. Dickinson County is known for its outdoor recreation opportunities, including extensive snowmobile trails, fishing, hunting, and winter sports facilities. Dickinson County's population is concentrated primarily in Iron Mountain, Kingsford, and Norway, with rural areas maintaining a sparse population density characteristic of Upper Peninsula communities.

• Dickinson County Clerk's office, Register of Deeds (Register of Deeds), and City/Township Assessor all maintain offices in the courthouse complex.

Dickinson County Michigan Court is located at 300 East Ludington Street, Iron Mountain, MI 49801. It is a Circuit Court with jurisdiction over civil and criminal cases. It also has jurisdiction over family law, probate, juvenile, and traffic cases. The court is open Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 4:30pm.

Dickinson County Michigan court jurisdiction is located in Iron Mountain, Michigan. The address is 605 S Stephenson Ave, Iron Mountain, MI 49801. The court has jurisdiction over civil and criminal cases, including felonies, misdemeanors, traffic violations, and small claims.

Law Enforcement & Arrests

• To request arrest records, individuals should submit a written FOIA request to the specific law enforcement agency that made the arrest, identifying the records sought with reasonable specificity.
• Mugshots and booking photos are generally considered public records in Michigan and may be available through direct requests to the Sheriff's Office or the arresting municipal police department.
• Fees for copying records are governed by Michigan FOIA fee schedules.

Mugshots & Booking Photos

• Fees for certified copies of court documents typically range from $10 to $20 per document, with additional per-page charges.
• Record searches may incur fees depending on staff time required.
• The court accepts requests by mail, in person, or through written requests.

• Many Michigan counties now offer online access to recorded documents, and Dickinson County provides digital document searching through a subscription-based system or by visiting the office in person.
• Fees for recorded document searches vary; certified copies typically cost $1.00 per page with a minimum fee, while non-certified copies may be less expensive.
• To obtain certified copies of recorded documents, requests must be made in writing or in person with proper identification, and applicable fees must be paid.
• The Register of Deeds office maintains historical records dating back to Dickinson County's establishment in 1891, with older records available on microfilm or in archived formats.

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

• Processing time for in-person requests is typically immediate if records are readily available, while mail requests may take 2-4 weeks.
• The marriage license fee is approximately $30 and includes the license and one certified copy of the marriage certificate.
• The State of Michigan Vital Records office provides statewide access to birth and death records and can be reached at or through the online ordering system at michigan.gov/mdhhs.
• Online ordering through VitalChek is available for an additional convenience fee.
• Both in-person requests at the County Clerk's office and mail requests are accepted, with mail requests requiring completed application forms, copies of identification, and payment by check or money order.

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

• This free searchable database provides information on business entity names, registration dates, registered agents, officers, and active/inactive status.