16th Judicial Circuit Court Register of Deeds General Office Information County Courthouse, 40 North Main Street, 1st Floor Mount Clemens, MI 48043 (586) 469-5199 Clemens Center, 32 Market Street Mount Clemens, MI 48043 (586) 469-7953 Copies of property records can be obtained by: Internet: deeds.macombgov.org Fax: Call 800-514-0451 and request document #7040. In person: During business hours in the Register of Deeds’ office. Fees: $5 for records up to 10 years old + $1 per page The Register of Deeds Office records documents pertaining to real estate property such as deeds, mortgages, liens, lis pendens, state tax liens, federal tax liens, and several other documents related to real estate property located in Macomb County. Office Hours: Circuit Court Documents can be ordered by: Internet: clerk.macombgov.org/courtclerk Fax: Call 800-514-0451 and request document #5000. In person: During business hours in the Clerk’s Office. The Macomb County Clerk is designated as the Clerk of the Macomb County Circuit Court and assists in the Court with its many functions. The Circuit Court section of the Clerk’s Office handles the filing of new civil, domestic, and criminal cases and maintains all of the existing case files for the 16th Judicial Circuit Court. All documents filed with the court are put on the computer system daily. Files may be accessed by the public at the counter of the County Clerk Circuit Court section File Room and case information can be retrieved at: www.macombgov.org/pa. Vital Records, Court Section and File Room: Monday: 8 a.m. - 4:15 p.m. Tuesday: 8 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Wednesday 8 a.m. - 4:15 p.m. (Court/File Room) 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. (Vital Records) Thursday: 8 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Friday: 8 a.m. - 4:15 p.m. Elections and Register of Deeds: Monday-Friday 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Register of Deeds recording counter closes at 4 p.m.* *Documents received after 4:00 p.m. will be date & time stamped for the next business day, at which time they will be processed into the Entry Book. Mobile Office: Check the current mobile office schedule at: clerk.macombgov.org/mobileoffice Payment: Cash, Check or Money Order made payable to Macomb County Clerk or any major credit card is accepted. Other: Elections County Courthouse, 40 North Main Street, 1st Floor Mount Clemens, MI 48043 (586) 469-5209 Voter Registration Applications can be obtained by: Internet: clerk.macombgov.org/elections Fax: Call 800-514-0451 and request document #6590. In person: During business hours in the Elections Department. The Elections Department is responsible for overseeing the printing and distribution of election ballots and conducting national, state, and county elections. The canvass of votes in state, county, most school districts, and some city and township elections is under the jurisdiction of the County Clerk. The County Clerk also administers the Michigan Campaign Finance Act for candidates, PAC’s and ballot question committees. U.S. citizens that will be at least 18 by Election Day can register to vote. Jury Services County Courthouse, 40 North Main Street, 5th Floor Mount Clemens, MI 48043 (586) 469-5158 clerk.macombgov.org/juryroom The County Clerk oversees the operation of the Jury Room for the Macomb County Circuit and Probate Courts. A person is randomly selected according to the process set forth in state law to serve as a juror because they are a Macomb County resident with a driver’s license or an identification card issued by the State of Michigan. Additional information and forms can be found at: clerk.macombgov.org/clerksforms Location: Detailed directions can be found at: clerk.macombgov.org/directions Carmella Sabaugh Macomb County Clerk/Register of Deeds 16th Judicial Circuit Court Birth Records Business Registrations Civil Service Commission Concealed Pistol Licenses Death Records Elections Marriage Licenses Military Discharges Notary Public Applications Register of Deeds Veteran ID cards Macomb County Clerk’s Office Circuit Court Building 40 North Main Street, 1st Floor Mount Clemens, MI 48043 Phone: (586) 469-5120; Fax: (877) 443-9505 clerk.macombgov.org E-mail: [email protected] Macomb County Register of Deeds Office Clemens Center 32 Market Street Mount Clemens, MI 48043 Phone: (586) 469-7953; Fax: (586) 469-5130 rod.macombgov.org E-mail: [email protected] Certified Copies Birth, Death, Marriage, Business County Courthouse, 40 North Main Street, 1st Floor Mount Clemens, MI 48043 (586) 469-5205 The certified copy order form can be obtained by: Internet: clerk.macombgov.org/clerkforms Fax: Call 800-514-0451 and request document #3010. In person: During business hours in the clerk’s office. Fees: $15 first copy $5 additional copies of same record Birth Records birth.macombgov.org Birth records are not public records and can only be obtained by a person listed on the record. Requestor must present valid photo identification or three pieces of identification. Required information includes the name of person on the record, date of birth, place of birth and parents’ names listed on record. Death Records death.macombgov.org Death records are not available for viewing but may be purchased by anyone. Required information includes name of decedent, date of death and place of death. Record of deaths can be searched at: www.macombgov.org/clerksoffice. Marriage Licenses marriage.macombgov.org Marriage licenses are not available for viewing but may be purchased by anyone. Required information includes the names of bride and groom and date of marriage. Business Registrations business.macombgov.org Business regisrations are not available for viewing but may be purchased by anyone. Required information includes the name of the business or business owner(s). Business Registrations Concealed Pistol Licenses (CPL’s) Military Discharge & Veteran Photo ID cards County Courthouse, 40 North Main Street, 1st Floor Mount Clemens, MI 48043 (586) 469-5205 Business registration forms can be obtained by: Internet: clerk.macombgov.org/business Fax: Call 800-514-0451 and request document #3150. In person: During business hours in the Clerk’s Office. Fees: $10 filing fee, includes 2 certified copies $3 additional copies at time of filing Businesses, with the exception of corporations and some partnerships, are registered under an assumed name as a Sole Proprietorship or Co-Partnership with our office. • Owners must be at least 18 years of age. • When applying in person, all owners must be present for staff to notarize all signatures. • Proper photo ID must be presented. • If submitted by mail, prior notarization is required. County Courthouse, 40 North Main Street, 1st Floor Mount Clemens, MI 48043 (586) 469-5749 County Courthouse, 40 North Main Street, 1st Floor Mount Clemens, MI 48043 (586) 469-5205 CPL application packets can be obtained by: Internet: clerk.macombgov.org/cpl Fax: Call 800-514-0451 and request document #2500. In person: During business hours in the clerk’s office. Fees: $120 application fee includes $15 optional e-photo fee Requirements: • Completed application form, fee, photo ID, proof of training and passport quality photo or e-photo fee are all required at time of application. • Application must be signed in front of clerk. • Applicant must be a Macomb County resident and at least 21 years of age. Filed military discharge records can be requested by: Internet: clerk.macombgov.org/military Fax: Call 800-514-0451 and request document #3010. In person: During business hours in the clerk’s office. Macomb County military discharge records are not available for viewing, but filed records may be obtained by the discharged military person or beneficiaries with proof of death and evidence of relationship. Upon filing the military discharge papers with the Clerk’s Office, veterans have the option of purchasing a veteran photo ID card to be used to qualify for discounts at participating retailers. The cost is $10 and photo ID is required. Marriage Licenses Notary Public County Courthouse, 40 North Main Street, 1st Floor Mount Clemens, MI 48043 (586) 469-5205 County Courthouse, 40 North Main Street, 1st Floor Mount Clemens, MI 48043 (586) 469-5205; notary.macombgov.org Notary applications can be obtained by: Internet: clerk.macombgov.org/notary Fax: Call 200-514-0451 and request document #3140. In person: During business hours in the clerk’s office. Fees: $10 bond filing fee Applicants must: • Apply in the county of residency and be at least 18 years of age. • Present completed application $10,000 surety bond from an agent licensed in Michigan along with photo ID. Civil Service Commission County Courthouse, 40 North Main Street, 1st Floor Mount Clemens, MI 48043 (586) 783-8142 Application packets can be obtained by: Internet: clerk.macombgov.org/civilservice Fax: Call 800-514-0451 and request document #2700. In person: During business hours in the clerk’s office. The Civil Service Commission was established by the electorate of Macomb County on November 8, 1966. This Commission oversees the Civil Service System for the Macomb County Sheriff’s Office. The Civil Service System employs promotes and disciplines employees pursuant to Act Number 298 of the Public Acts of 1966. Appointments, employment and promotions are based on the examination and investigation of all Civil Service officers and personnel in regards to merit, efficiency and fitness. In addition, the Commission regulates the transfer, reinstatement, suspension and discharge of officers and provides for referendums. Marriage license applications can be obtained by: Internet: clerk.macombgov.org/marriage Fax: Call 800-514-0451 and request document #3120. In person: During business hours in the clerk’s office. Fees: $20 application fee for Michigan residents $30 application fee for non-Michigan residents • At least one applicant must live in Macomb County. If both applicants reside out-of-state, marriage must be taking place in Macomb County. • Information neeeded for both parties includes: full name, age, date of birth, city and state of birth, social security number, number of times previously married, father’s full name, mother’s full maiden name and birthplace of both parents. • Applicants under 18 must appear with a parent or guardian, both must present photo ID and applicant must present birth record. There is a 3-day waiting period on marriage licenses.