National Mine, Michigan Public Records

The bond and bail process follows Michigan state law, allowing for cash bonds or surety bonds through a bail bondsman. Recently arrested individuals can be located by contacting the jail directly or using their online resources.

Baraga Avenue, Marquette, MI 49855 (phone: 906-225-8173), has jurisdiction over misdemeanor offenses, civil cases with claims up to $25,000, small claims cases up to $6,500, landlord-tenant disputes, traffic violations, and preliminary examinations in felony cases. The District Court also handles mental health and civil infractions. Michigan has a statewide online case search system available at courts.michigan.gov/case-search, which allows the public to search circuit and district court cases by party name, case number, or attorney. Some records may be restricted by statute or court order, particularly in juvenile, adoption, and certain family law matters. Certified copies of court documents can be requested from the respective court clerk's office. Fees for certified copies typically range from $10 to $20 per document plus copy fees, though exact amounts should be verified with the court. The Marquette County Clerk's office, located at 234 W. Baraga Avenue, Marquette, MI 49855 (phone: 906-225-8330), maintains permanent records for circuit court cases, and the district court clerk maintains district court files.

The Equalization Department's website at www.co.marquette.mi.us/departments/equalization provides access to a searchable online property database where residents can look up property information by address, parcel number, or owner name. The online system displays assessed values, taxable values, property characteristics, sales history, and tax information. The Marquette County Register of Deeds, located at 234 W. Baraga Avenue, Marquette, MI 49855 (phone: 906-225-8265, website: www.co.marquette.mi.us/departments/register_of_deeds), is responsible for recording and maintaining land records including warranty deeds, quit claim deeds, mortgages, mortgage discharges, liens, easements, land contracts, and other documents affecting real property. Michigan law requires most instruments affecting title to real property to be recorded with the county Register of Deeds to provide public notice. The Register of Deeds office provides online access to recorded documents through a subscription-based system, with searches available by grantor/grantee name, document type, and date range. Some records may be available for free viewing while certified copies require payment. Recording fees vary by document type but typically range from $30 for the first page plus additional fees per page. Marquette County also maintains a GIS mapping system accessible at gis.co.marquette.mi.us, which provides interactive parcel maps, aerial photography, zoning information, and property boundaries. This GIS portal allows users to search by address or parcel ID and view detailed tax maps and spatial data.

Major employers in the greater Marquette County area include Cleveland-Cliffs Inc., which operates iron ore mining and processing facilities in the region; Marquette General Hospital (part of UP Health System), one of the largest employers in the county; Northern Michigan University in Marquette, which employs hundreds of faculty and staff; and various retail, government, and service sector employers concentrated in the city of Marquette. National Mine itself is primarily a residential community with limited commercial activity, and many residents commute to jobs in Marquette, Ishpeming, or Negaunee. The dominant industries in Marquette County include healthcare, education, mining, tourism, retail trade, and government services. Median household income in Marquette County is approximately $52,000 to $55,000 according to recent U.S. Census data, though specific income data for the unincorporated National Mine community is not separately tracked. The Upper Peninsula's economy has seen growth in outdoor recreation and tourism, with National Mine's proximity to snowmobile trails, forests, and lakes contributing to seasonal visitor traffic. The region's economic character is a mix of traditional extractive industries, educational institutions, healthcare services, and growing tourism and recreation sectors that appeal to both residents and seasonal visitors drawn to the Upper Peninsula's natural resources.

National Mine is an unincorporated community and does not operate its own municipal police department. Law enforcement services for National Mine and surrounding Ely Township are provided by the Marquette County Sheriff's Office, located at 235 W. Baraga Avenue, Marquette, MI 49855. The Sheriff's Office can be reached at (906) 225-8420, and its official website is www.co.marquette.mi.us/departments/sheriff. The Sheriff's Office maintains jurisdiction over all unincorporated areas of Marquette County, including National Mine, and handles patrol, criminal investigations, traffic enforcement, and emergency response. Residents seeking police reports or incident records should contact the Sheriff's Office administrative division during business hours. Written requests for copies of police reports can be submitted in person or by mail, and requesters may be asked to provide identification and case information. The Marquette County Jail, also operated by the Sheriff's Office at the same address, maintains booking and detention records for individuals arrested throughout the county. Arrest records and current jail rosters can be searched online through the Marquette County Sheriff's Office inmate search portal at www.co.marquette.mi.us/departments/sheriff/inmates. This online system typically displays booking photographs (mugshots), charges, bond amounts, booking dates, and expected release information. Michigan's Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), found at MCL 15.231 through 15.246, governs public access to law enforcement records. Under FOIA, members of the public have the right to inspect and obtain copies of public records from county agencies, including the Sheriff's Office, though certain exemptions apply for ongoing investigations and confidential information. FOIA requests must be submitted in writing, and agencies must respond within five business days. Fees for copying and labor may apply depending on the volume and complexity of the request.

For statewide vital records, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Division for Vital Records and Health Statistics, located at PO Box 30721, Lansing, MI 48909 (phone: 517-335-8655, website: www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/vital-records), maintains centralized birth and death records for the entire state. Michigan birth records are available from 1867 forward, and death records from 1897 forward. Birth certificates cost $34 for the first copy and $16 for additional copies ordered at the same time; death certificates cost $34 for the first copy and $16 for additional copies. Certified copies can be ordered online through VitalChek at www.michigan.gov/mdhhs with expedited processing available for additional fees. Only eligible persons can request vital records, including the registrant (if of age), parents, legal representatives, or those with tangible interest. Valid government-issued photo identification is required. Marriage licenses are issued by the Marquette County Clerk at 234 W. Baraga Avenue, Marquette, MI 49855 (phone: 906-225-8330). Couples must apply in person, and the fee is $20 for residents and $30 for non-residents. There is a three-day waiting period after application before the license becomes valid, and it remains valid for 33 days. Marriage records are maintained by the County Clerk. Divorce records are court records maintained by the 25th Circuit Court at 234 W. Baraga Avenue, Marquette, MI 49855 (phone: 906-225-8330), as divorce cases are filed and adjudicated through the circuit court's family division.

Fictitious business name statements (Doing Business As or DBA filings) are filed with the Marquette County Clerk, 234 W. Baraga Avenue, Marquette, MI 49855 (phone: 906-225-8330). The County Clerk maintains an index of assumed name certificates, which businesses operating under a name other than their legal name must file. At the state level, the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) maintains records for all corporations, limited liability companies (LLCs), limited partnerships, and other business entities. The Michigan Business Entity Search is available online at www.michigan.gov/corpentitysearch, where users can search by entity name, ID number, or registered agent to view entity status, formation date, registered agent information, and officers or members. Michigan business entity filings, annual reports, and good standing certificates are managed through LARA's Corporations Division. Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) financing statements and lien searches are also handled by LARA and can be searched at www.michigan.gov/lara. Business property owners in National Mine can access commercial property tax assessments through the Marquette County Equalization Department at www.co.marquette.mi.us/departments/equalization. Commercial property is assessed annually, and assessment notices are mailed each year with appeal procedures outlined by the Marquette County Board of Review.

National Mine voters are served by the Marquette County Clerk's Office, which administers elections for all of Marquette County. The Marquette County Clerk is located at 234 W. Baraga Avenue, Marquette, MI 49855 (phone: 906-225-8330, website: www.co.marquette.mi.us/departments/county_clerk). Residents of National Mine can register to vote online through the Michigan Voter Information Center at www.michigan.gov/vote, which is operated by the Michigan Secretary of State. Michigan offers same-day voter registration, allowing eligible residents to register and vote on Election Day at their local clerk's office or polling place. Voters must provide proof of residency such as a Michigan driver's license, state ID, or current utility bill. Michigan requires voters to show photo ID at the polls, or sign an affidavit if they do not have ID. As an unincorporated community, National Mine does not hold its own municipal elections for mayor or city council; governance is provided by Ely Township and Marquette County. Ely Township holds elections for township supervisor, clerk, treasurer, and trustees according to Michigan township election schedules, typically in even-numbered years during the August primary and November general elections. National Mine residents vote in Ely Township Precinct 1, and polling place assignments can be verified using the Michigan Voter Information Center at www.michigan.gov/vote by entering a home address. Michigan election records that are publicly accessible include voter registration lists (available for purchase for election purposes), campaign finance reports filed with the Michigan Secretary of State and county clerks, candidate filings and nominating petitions, and precinct-level election results. These records can be accessed through the Michigan Secretary of State's website at www.michigan.gov/sos or by contacting the Marquette County Clerk. In the November 2024 presidential election, Marquette County reported turnout of approximately 71-73% of registered voters, consistent with Michigan's overall high turnout in the 2024 general election. Looking ahead to the November 3, 2026 general election (Michigan holds elections on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November), National Mine and Marquette County voters will decide several key races. Michigan's gubernatorial election is held in midterm years, and 2026 will feature the election for Governor of Michigan, with incumbent Gretchen Whitmer term-limited and unable to seek re-election. Voters will also elect Michigan's Secretary of State and Attorney General. At the federal level, one of Michigan's U.S. Senate seats will be on the ballot in 2026 (Senator Gary Peters' seat is up for election). All of Michigan's seats in the U.S. House of Representatives will be contested, including the 1st Congressional District which covers the Upper Peninsula and includes National Mine. State legislative races for the Michigan Senate and Michigan House of Representatives will be on the ballot, as 2026 is a state legislative election year. Marquette County offices such as county commissioners representing National Mine's district may also be on the ballot, along with Ely Township positions and judgeships. Michigan voters can request absentee ballots (also called absent voter ballots) for any reason. Applications can be submitted online through the Michigan Voter Information Center, by mail, or in person at the Marquette County Clerk's office or Ely Township Clerk. Absentee ballot applications must be received by the Friday before Election Day, though ballots can be requested in person through 4:00 PM on the Monday before Election Day. Completed absentee ballots must be returned by 8:00 PM on Election Day to be counted. National Mine voters should contact the Ely Township Clerk at 1800 Birch Street, Ishpeming, MI 49849 (phone: 906-486-4498) with questions about local precinct locations and absentee voting.