Gogebic County

• Gogebic County Register of Deeds maintains property records, while the Equalization Department functions as Gogebic County assessor for unincorporated areas.

The Gogebic County Courthouse serves Gogebic County and is located at 200 N Moore Street in Bessemer. The court handles civil, criminal, family, and probate cases for this county. Court records and case filings can be requested in person or through the Michigan online court portal.

Gogebic County Michigan court jurisdiction is located in the city of Bessemer, Michigan. The address is: Gogebic County Courthouse, 200 N Moore Street, Bessemer, MI 49911. The court has jurisdiction over civil and criminal cases, including felonies, misdemeanors, traffic violations, and small claims.

Law Enforcement & Arrests

• Citizens may submit FOIA requests to the Sheriff's Office or individual police departments to obtain arrest logs, incident reports, and booking records.
• Processing fees may apply based on the complexity of the request and copying costs.
• Mugshots and booking photos are generally available through FOIA requests to the arresting agency, though some restrictions apply for juvenile arrestees and certain sensitive cases.
• Gogebic County does not participate in a regional online mugshot database, so requests must be directed to the specific law enforcement agency that made the arrest.
• Response time for FOIA requests is typically within 5-15 business days as prescribed by Michigan statute.

Criminal Records

• Access to these records is governed by the Michigan Freedom of Information Act, for public access while protecting sensitive information.

Jail & Inmate Records

• The bond and bail process in Michigan allows for the release of detainees under certain conditions, and information on posting bail can be obtained from the jail administration.

Mugshots & Booking Photos

• Many Michigan courts participate in the statewide case search system, though Gogebic County's online access is limited.
• Certified copies of court documents cost approximately $10 for the first page and $1 for each additional page, plus a certification fee.
• Case files can be reviewed for free in person, though copy fees apply.
• For official court record requests, contact the specific court clerk: Circuit Court Clerk, District Court Clerk, or Probate Court Clerk at.

• The Register of Deeds currently does not offer a full free online search portal for the general public, though some document searching may be available through subscription services used by title companies and attorneys.
• In-person searches are available at no charge at the Register's office, with staff assistance during business hours.
• Copies of recorded documents cost $1.00 per page for standard copies, with certified copies available for an additional certification fee (typically $10 per document).
• Document recording fees vary by document type but generally start at $30 for the first page and $3 for each additional page.

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

• Processing time is typically 1-2 weeks for mail requests, or immediate if requested in-person and the record is readily available.
• Marriage licenses are issued by Gogebic County Clerk's Office with a fee of $30; couples must apply in person with valid photo identification and Social Security numbers.
• Marriage certificates (certified copies of recorded marriages) cost $34.
• Divorce records (judgments of divorce) are maintained by Gogebic County Circuit Court Clerk, not the County Clerk, and can be requested for Certified divorce decree copies cost approximately $10 plus $1 per page.
• Online ordering for vital records may be available through VitalChek for an additional service fee, with credit card payment and expedited shipping options.

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

• The Ironwood Area Chamber of Commerce, serving western Gogebic County, can be reached at and provides business resources, networking, and economic development support.