Menominee County

Menominee County is located in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, bordered by Wisconsin to the south and west, with Lake Michigan forming its eastern boundary. Menominee County seat is Menominee, a historic port city situated at the mouth of the local community River. Established in 1863, Menominee County covers approximately 1,337 square miles, including 344 square miles of water. As of the 2020 Census, Menominee County had a population of approximately 23,502 residents. Menominee County is named after Menominee County people, a Native American tribe indigenous to Menominee County. Major communities include the cities of Menominee area and Stephenson, along with smaller townships scattered throughout Menominee County. The economy historically centered on lumber, shipping, and paper manufacturing, with the waterfront playing a crucial role in commerce. Today, tourism, manufacturing, and healthcare drive the local economy. Notable landmarks include Menominee County North Pier Lighthouse, J.W. Wells State Park, and the historic downtown Menominee County waterfront district. Menominee County Courthouse, located at 839 10th Avenue in the local community, MI 49858, houses many county offices. Menominee County Clerk's office manages vital records and election administration, while the Register of Deeds maintains property records. Menominee County Equalization Department handles property assessment functions. Menominee County's position on the Wisconsin border and Lake Michigan shoreline makes it unique among Upper Peninsula counties, with strong economic and cultural ties to neighboring Marinette, Wisconsin.

• Menominee County Clerk's office manages vital records and election administration, while the Register of Deeds maintains property records.

The Menominee County Court serves Menominee County and is located at 839 10th Avenue. The court handles civil, criminal, family, and probate cases for this area. Court records and case filings can be requested in person or through the Michigan online court portal.

Menominee County Michigan court jurisdiction is located in Menominee County, Michigan. The court has jurisdiction over civil and criminal cases, including felonies, misdemeanors, traffic violations, and small claims. The court is located at 839 10th Avenue, Menominee, MI 49858.

Law Enforcement & Arrests

• Citizens may submit written FOIA requests to the Sheriff's Office or local police departments to obtain arrest records, incident reports, and booking logs.
• Processing fees may apply according to Menominee County's FOIA procedures.
• Mugshots and booking photographs are generally considered public records in Michigan and may be released upon proper FOIA request, though policies vary by agency.
• Requesters should specify the date range and subject of interest when seeking arrest records.

Arrest Records

• Access to these records is governed by the Michigan Freedom of Information Act, which ensures public access to government records while protecting individual privacy rights.

Jail & Inmate Records

• The bond and bail process in Michigan allows for the release of detainees under certain conditions, and information on recently arrested individuals can be obtained through the Sheriff's Office.

Mugshots & Booking Photos

Court records for this county include civil cases, criminal cases, traffic violations, and family law matters handled by the local Circuit, District, or Superior Court.

• Certified copies of court documents typically cost $10 for the first page and $1 for each additional page, plus a certification fee.
• Non-certified copies are generally $1 per page.
• Requesters should provide case numbers or party names when searching.
• The court accepts requests by mail, in person, or through written FOIA submissions.
• Online case information may show basic docket information but often requires in-person or mail requests for complete case files.

• The Register of Deeds office provides public access to these records during regular business hours, typically Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
• Recording fees are established by Michigan statute and vary by document type; standard deeds typically cost $30 for the first page and $3 for each additional page.
• Certified copies are available for a statutory fee.
• Many Michigan counties provide online GIS mapping systems and property tax search portals; interested parties should check menomineecounty.com or contact the Equalization Department for determine online access options.

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

• Current certified birth certificates cost $34 for the first copy and $16 for additional copies ordered simultaneously; certified death certificates cost $34 for the first copy and $16 for additional copies.
• Processing time is typically 2-4 weeks for mail requests.
• VitalChek, an authorized online vendor, offers expedited vital records ordering for Michigan at michigan.gov/birthcertificate and michigan.gov/deathcertificate with additional service fees.
• The fee is $30, with a 3-day waiting period and 33-day validity period.
• Divorce records are maintained by the Circuit Court and must be requested through the court clerk's office, not the vital records division.

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

• The primary resource for Michigan business entity searches is the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) Corporations Division, accessible online at michigan.gov/corpentitysearch.
• This database contains all Michigan corporations, limited liability companies, limited partnerships, and other business entities registered with the state.
• Formation documents, annual reports, and registered agent information are searchable by business name or entity ID number.