New Lothrop, Michigan Public Records

Circuit Court handles felony criminal cases, civil matters over $25,000, family law matters including divorce and custody, probate proceedings, guardianships, and appeals from District Court. The Shiawassee County Probate Court, also located in the same courthouse complex, manages estate administration, will contests, and mental health commitments. Michigan courts participate in a statewide case search system; however, Shiawassee County case records are not fully available through the state portal. Some case information may be searched through the Michigan Court system at courts.michigan.gov, though comprehensive searches often require in-person visits to the Clerk's office or written requests. Certified copies of court documents cost $10 for the first page plus $1 for each additional page, with an additional $1 certification fee. Document copies are $1 per page. Small claims filing fees range from $35 to $70 depending on the claim amount. Civil filing fees in Circuit Court start at $175 for complaints under $25,000.

Property records can be searched online through the county's property search portal accessible via the Equalization Department website; searches can be conducted by owner name, parcel number, or street address. The database provides current tax information, assessment details, and property characteristics. The Shiawassee County Register of Deeds, located at 201 N Shiawassee Street, Corunna, MI 48817, phone (989) 743-2246, records and maintains all real property documents including warranty deeds, quit claim deeds, mortgages, land contracts, liens, easements, and discharges. The Register of Deeds offers a free online document search system at www.shiawasseecounty.net where users can search recorded documents by grantor/grantee name, document type, date range, or legal description. Digitized records extend back several decades, though older historical documents may require in-person research. Document copies can be ordered online or in person for $1 per page plus a $5 certification fee if needed. The county also maintains a GIS (Geographic Information System) mapping application accessible through the county website, providing interactive parcel maps, aerial photography, zoning information, and property boundaries for all parcels in New Lothrop and throughout Shiawassee County.

Agriculture remains economically significant, with family farms in and around New Lothrop producing corn, soybeans, wheat, and hay, along with dairy and livestock operations. Village-based businesses include small retail establishments, service providers, and home-based enterprises along Main Street and M-13. Many New Lothrop residents commute to manufacturing jobs in Flint (General Motors and automotive suppliers), healthcare positions at McLaren Health Care facilities, and government employment in Corunna and Owosso. The median household income in New Lothrop is estimated around $55,000, somewhat lower than Michigan's statewide median but consistent with rural Shiawassee County communities. Recent economic development has been modest, focusing on maintaining existing village services and supporting agricultural operations. New Lothrop's economic character is distinctly small-town rural residential, with limited commercial development but strong community identity centered around the school district. The village benefits from proximity to US-23 and M-13 corridors that connect to larger economic centers, while preserving a quiet, agriculture-oriented lifestyle. Shiawassee County overall has a diversified economy including agriculture, manufacturing (especially automotive suppliers), healthcare, government services, and retail, with New Lothrop functioning as a residential community within this broader regional economy.

Law enforcement services for New Lothrop are provided by the Shiawassee County Sheriff's Office, located at 201 N Shiawassee Street, Corunna, MI 48817, phone (989) 743-5411, website www.shiawasseecounty.net/departments/sheriff. The Sheriff's Office has full jurisdiction throughout the village and handles patrol, criminal investigations, and traffic enforcement. New Lothrop does not operate its own municipal police department. To request police reports or incident records, residents must contact the Sheriff's Office Records Division directly at the Corunna address, either in person or by submitting a written request. Standard incident reports typically cost between $5 and $25 depending on the number of pages. Arrests and jail bookings for New Lothrop residents are processed at the Shiawassee County Jail, located at the same address as the Sheriff's Office. An online inmate roster is available through the Sheriff's website, showing current detainees, booking dates, charges, bond amounts, and mugshots when available. The roster is updated regularly and provides searchable access to recent arrests throughout the county. All law enforcement records requests in Michigan are governed by the Michigan Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), MCL 15.231 through 15.246. Under FOIA, agencies have five business days to respond to written requests and may charge reasonable fees for copies and staff time. Certain records, including active investigative files and records that would compromise officer safety, may be exempt from disclosure. The Sheriff's Office provides FOIA request forms on its website and accepts submissions by mail, fax, or in person at the Records Division.

Records can be requested online through VitalChek at www.michigan.gov/mdhhs, by mail using a downloadable application, or in person at county clerk offices. Processing time is typically 3-4 weeks by mail, or same-day for in-person requests at the county level. Only eligible applicants—including the record subject (if of legal age), parents, legal guardians, or those with a documented legal interest—may obtain certified copies. Valid government-issued photo identification is required. The Shiawassee County Clerk, located at 201 N Shiawassee Street, Corunna, MI 48817, phone (989) 743-2279, issues marriage licenses for New Lothrop residents. Marriage license applications require both parties to appear in person with valid photo ID and Social Security numbers. The fee is $30 and licenses are valid for 33 days after issuance. There is no waiting period or blood test requirement in Michigan. Marriage records dating back to the 1800s are maintained by the County Clerk and can be requested for genealogical or legal purposes. Divorce records are maintained by the Shiawassee County Circuit Court at the same address, and certified copies can be obtained through the Circuit Court Clerk for $10 plus $1 per page. Michigan vital records are generally confidential for 100 years (birth) and 50 years (death and marriage) from the date of the event.

Assumed name (DBA - Doing Business As) certificates must be filed with the Shiawassee County Clerk at 201 N Shiawassee Street, Corunna, MI 48817, phone (989) 743-2279. The filing fee is $10 and registrations are valid for five years. State-level business entity formation and registration is handled by the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA). The Michigan Business One Stop portal at www.michigan.gov/corpentities provides free online searching of corporations, limited liability companies, limited partnerships, and other registered business entities. Users can search by entity name, identification number, or registered agent. The database shows entity status (active, dissolved, withdrawn), formation date, registered office address, resident agent information, and principal office location. New business entities can be formed online through the LARA website. Articles of Incorporation for corporations cost $60; LLC Articles of Organization cost $50. UCC (Uniform Commercial Code) financing statements and lien searches are filed with and searchable through the Michigan Department of State at www.michigan.gov/sos. Commercial property assessments and business personal property taxes for New Lothrop businesses can be researched through the Shiawassee County Equalization Department's online property database, which includes both real property and personal property tax records. Business owners in Michigan must file annual personal property tax statements by February 20 each year for equipment, furniture, and fixtures used in business operations.

New Lothrop voters are served by the Shiawassee County Clerk/Register of Deeds, Elections Division, located at 201 N Shiawassee Street, Corunna, MI 48817, phone (989) 743-2279, website www.shiawasseecounty.net. This office administers all federal, state, county, and local elections for New Lothrop residents, maintains voter registration rolls, manages absentee voting, and certifies election results. Michigan residents can register to vote online at the Michigan Secretary of State website, www.michigan.gov/sos, or in person at the county clerk's office, city/township clerk offices, or Secretary of State branch offices. Michigan offers Election Day registration, allowing eligible residents to register and vote on the same day at their local clerk's office or polling place with proof of residency. Voters must be U.S. citizens, at least 18 years old by Election Day, and Michigan residents. New Lothrop holds village elections for Village President and Village Council seats; these municipal elections typically occur in odd-numbered years in November. The next New Lothrop village election is scheduled for November 2025, when voters will decide local offices and any village proposals. Election information specific to New Lothrop, including candidate filings and local ballot questions, is available through the Village Clerk at 10861 Easton Street or the County Clerk's office. New Lothrop voters can find their assigned polling place by using the Voter Information Center at www.michigan.gov/vote, entering their name and birth date, or by contacting the County Clerk. New Lothrop's polling location is typically at the New Lothrop School complex. Michigan law makes numerous election records publicly accessible: voter registration lists (excluding certain personal information) can be purchased for lawful purposes; campaign finance reports for state and local candidates are searchable at www.michigan.gov/sos; candidate filings and petitions are public; and precinct-level election results are posted on the county and state websites after certification. In the November 2024 presidential election, Shiawassee County reported approximately 58% voter turnout, with about 36,000 ballots cast out of approximately 62,000 registered voters. On November 3, 2026, New Lothrop and Shiawassee County voters will decide multiple significant races. Michigan's Governor is up for election in 2026, along with all Michigan House of Representatives seats (110 districts). At the county level, various Shiawassee County offices including County Commissioners, Sheriff, Prosecutor, Clerk/Register of Deeds, and Treasurer will be on the ballot. The U.S. Senate seat held by Michigan's senior senator is also up in 2026. Township and village offices may also appear on the ballot depending on term expirations. Michigan offers no-reason absentee voting—any registered voter can request an absentee ballot without providing justification. Applications can be submitted through the Michigan Voter Information Center online, by contacting the New Lothrop Village Clerk or Shiawassee County Clerk, or by requesting an application at any polling place. Absentee ballots must be requested by 5:00 PM the Friday before Election Day, and completed ballots must be returned to the clerk's office or official drop box by 8:00 PM on Election Day.