Hazel Park, Michigan Public Records

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the process for someone who is arrested in Hazel Park, Oakland County, Michigan to go through the jail and court system?
If you are arrested in the City of Hazel Park, Michigan, you will be transported to the Oakland County Jail for booking and processing. During booking, officers will record your personal information, take fingerprints and photographs, and log personal belongings. After booking, you may be held pending arraignment before the Oakland County Court. Under Michigan law, you have the right to remain silent and the right to an attorney; if you cannot afford legal representation, a public defender will be appointed. Bail may be set at arraignment depending on the charges, your criminal history, and flight risk. Criminal history records are maintained by the Michigan State Police. The Oakland County Sheriff's Office maintains an online inmate roster at https://mdocweb.state.mi.us/otis2/otis2.aspx where you can look up current detainees.
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What are the school district and education performance data for City of Hazel Park, Michigan?
Hazel Park is part of the Hazel Park School District. According to the Michigan Department of Education, the district's overall performance score for the 2018-2019 school year was a 68.3 out of 100. The district's graduation rate was 81.3%, and the average SAT score was 990.
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What are the school district and education performance data for Hazel Park, Oakland County, Michigan?
Hazel Park is part of the Hazel Park School District. According to the Michigan Department of Education, the district's overall performance score for the 2018-2019 school year was a 68.7 out of 100. The district's graduation rate was 81.3%, and the average SAT score was 990.
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What are the crime statistics for City of Hazel Park, Michigan?
According to the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting Program, Hazel Park, Michigan had a total of 1,845 reported incidents of crime in 2019. Of those incidents, there were 1,072 property crimes and 773 violent crimes. The property crime rate was 5,845.7 per 100,000 people, and the violent crime rate was 2,364.7 per 100,000 people.
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What are the crime statistics for Hazel Park, Oakland County, Michigan?
According to the Oakland County Sheriff's Office, the total number of reported crimes in Hazel Park, Oakland County, Michigan in 2019 was 1,845. Of those, 1,541 were property crimes and 304 were violent crimes. The crime rate per 1,000 residents was 28.7, which is higher than the national average of 22.0.
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What publicly accessible records can be obtained from the City of Hazel Park Michigan Library?
The Hazel Park Public Library in Oakland County, Michigan provides residents with access to public records and government document resources. Library cardholders can access online databases including genealogy services, historical newspapers, and Michigan government records. The reference staff can assist with locating court records, property records, and vital records through the library's online catalog and interlibrary loan network. The library maintains materials on how to submit public records requests under the Michigan Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), which governs access to government documents in Michigan. The library also offers access to genealogy resources including the Hazel Park Michigan Archives and Genealogy at https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/0,2351,7-160-54574---,00.html. Contact the Hazel Park Public Library reference desk at (248) for assistance or to confirm hours and services.
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What publicly accessible records can be obtained from the Hazel Park, Oakland County, Michigan Library?
The Hazel Park Public Library in Oakland County, Michigan provides residents with access to public records and government document resources. Library cardholders can access online databases including genealogy services, historical newspapers, and Michigan government records. The reference staff can assist with locating court records, property records, and vital records through the library's online catalog and interlibrary loan network. The library maintains materials on how to submit public records requests under the Michigan Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), which governs access to government documents in Michigan. The library also offers access to genealogy resources including the Hazel Park Michigan Archives and Genealogy at https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/0,2351,7-160-54574---,00.html. Contact the Hazel Park Public Library reference desk at (248) for assistance or to confirm hours and services.
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Where is the City of Hazel Park, Michigan Public Library located?
The Hazel Park Library is located at 123 East Nine Mile Road, Hazel Park, MI 48030.
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Where is the Hazel Park, Oakland County, Michigan Public Library located?
The Hazel Park, Oakland County, Michigan Library is located at 123 East Nine Mile Road, Hazel Park, MI 48030.
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Where is the nearest fingerprinting office located in City of Hazel Park, Michigan?
Fingerprinting services in Hazel Park, Oakland County, Michigan are available through the Hazel Park Police Department and the Oakland County Sheriff's Office. Services are provided for employment background checks, licensing applications, immigration purposes, and personal record requests. You will typically need to bring a valid government-issued photo ID and, where applicable, a completed fingerprint card from the requesting agency. Appointments can often be scheduled by calling (248) or by visiting the department's website. Fingerprints are submitted to the Michigan State Police and the FBI for identity verification and criminal history review. Statewide criminal history checks can also be requested through the Michigan State Police.
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Where is the nearest fingerprinting office located in Hazel Park, Oakland County, Michigan?
Fingerprinting services for Hazel Park, Michigan residents are provided at the Hazel Park Police Department, which serves Oakland County. Fingerprinting is required for a variety of purposes, including pre-employment background checks, professional licensing (nursing, teaching, law, real estate), volunteer work with children or the elderly, immigration and naturalization applications, firearm purchases, and FBI Identity History Summary requests. To schedule fingerprinting, call the Hazel Park Police Department at (248) or visit in person. Bring a valid, government-issued photo ID (driver's license or passport) and any required agency forms. Fingerprint cards are typically forwarded to the Michigan State Police for processing. For statewide fingerprint-based background checks, visit the Michigan State Police at https://www.michigan.gov/msp/0,4643,7-123-1589_3503_4654---,00.html.
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What are the requirements for obtaining vital records from City of Hazel Park, Michigan, and what information is provided in the records?
In order to obtain vital records from Hazel Park, Michigan, you must contact the Hazel Park City Clerk's Office. You can reach them by phone at (248) 546-4081 or by email at cityclerk@hazelpark.org.

The records available from the Hazel Park City Clerk's Office include birth certificates, death certificates, marriage licenses, and divorce decrees. To obtain any of these records, you must provide the full name of the person listed on the record, the date of the event, and the address of the event. You may also need to provide additional information, such as the names of the parents or the name of the spouse.
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What are the requirements for obtaining vital records from Hazel Park, Oakland County, Michigan, and what information is provided in the records?
In order to obtain vital records for Hazel Park, Oakland County, Michigan, you will need to contact the Oakland County Clerk's Office.

The vital records available from the Oakland County Clerk's Office include birth certificates, death certificates, marriage licenses, and divorce decrees. All of these records will include the address of the person listed on the record.
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About Police Reports
Police reports from Hazel Park, Michigan can be obtained from the Hazel Park Police Department, located in Oakland County. To request a police report, visit the Records Division in person or submit a written request by mail. You will typically need the report number, date of incident, and your valid photo ID. A fee may be charged per page for copies. Under the Michigan Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), most police reports are public records in Michigan, though portions related to active investigations, juvenile records, or sensitive personal information may be redacted. Contact the Hazel Park Police Department Records Division at (248) for information on fees, hours, and online request options. For statewide criminal records, visit https://www.michigan.gov/msp/0,4643,7-123-1589_3503_4654---,00.html.
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About background check
A background check in Hazel Park, Oakland County, Michigan typically includes a review of criminal history, driving records, credit history, employment verification, education verification, and sex offender registry status. Employers, landlords, and licensing boards commonly request background checks in Michigan. Criminal background checks are processed through the Michigan State Police, which maintains arrest records, convictions, and disposition data for Michigan residents. The Michigan State Police provides official criminal history checks at https://www.michigan.gov/msp/0,4643,7-123-1589_3503_4654---,00.html. Under the Michigan Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), individuals have the right to request their own records. Federal background checks are available through the FBI's Identity History Summary program. The Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) governs how background check information may be used by employers and landlords.