Criminal records in Marquette County, Michigan, are available through several channels. MarquetteCourt.us allows quick access to public information about criminal cases in the county. Additionally, official state court portals, law enforcement agencies, and the county clerk's office provide access to records—online, in person, or by mail.
How to Search Criminal Records in Marquette
Start your search with MarquetteCourt.us, where you can view publicly available information about county criminal cases. For a more detailed search, use official state and county resources.
Online Search
- MiCOURT Case Search — the official case search portal of the Michigan Supreme Court. Select "Marquette Circuit Court" or "Marquette Probate Court" and enter the name or case number. Note: Some courts display information on criminal convictions only for the past seven years.
- ICHAT — the Michigan State Police system for searching public criminal history records statewide. Requires the person's full name and date of birth.
- OTIS — inmate search of the Michigan Department of Corrections. It only contains data on individuals sentenced to state facilities, not county jails.
In Person
Visit the Marquette County Circuit Court clerk's office in the courthouse at 234 W. Baraga Avenue, Marquette. Public terminals are available there for viewing cases. The county clerk also maintains a general register of public records.
By Mail or Written Request
Send a written request to the county court clerk with the person's full name, date of birth (if known), and case number. To obtain an official state criminal history, submit a request through FOIA to Michigan State Police.
What You Need to Start a Search
- Full name of the person
- Date of birth (recommended)
- Case number (if known)
Search Marquette Criminal Cases by Case Number
In Michigan, a criminal case number has a standardized structure. A typical format looks like this:
YY-XXXXXX-FH
- YY — year the case was filed (e.g., 24 means 2024)
- XXXXXX — sequential case number in the court
- Suffix — indicates the type of case. The most common suffixes for criminal cases:
- FH — felony
- FY — felony (alternative code)
- DL — driving under the influence
- SM — misdemeanor
If you know the case number, enter it in the appropriate search field on the MiCOURT portal. This is the fastest way to find a specific case without confusion with namesakes.
Charges, Case Status, Hearings, and Court Results in Marquette
Charges
| Item | Explanation |
|---|---|
| Statute Code | Reference to Michigan Compiled Laws (MCL), e.g., MCL 750.110a — illegal entry |
| Severity | Felony, Misdemeanor, or Civil Infraction |
| Amended Charges | The prosecutor may change or reduce charges during the case — the new charge replaces the initial one in the record |
Case Status
- Pending — the case is filed, but no decision yet
- Active — the case is under court consideration
- Disposed — the court has made a final decision
- Closed — all obligations fulfilled, case closed
Hearings
A criminal case in Marquette Circuit Court usually goes through several stages:
- Arraignment — the first appearance of the accused before a judge, announcement of charges
- Preliminary Hearing — the judge determines if there is enough evidence for further consideration (only for felonies)
- Pre-Trial Conference — parties discuss an agreement or prepare for trial
- Trial — court proceedings
- Sentencing — sentencing after a guilty plea
- Review Hearing — checking compliance with sentencing conditions (e.g., probation)
Court Results
| Result | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Guilty | Found guilty |
| Not Guilty | Acquitted after trial |
| Dismissed | Case closed without a verdict |
| Nolle Prosequi | The prosecutor dropped the charges |
| Acquitted | Acquitted by court or jury |
How to Request Certified Criminal Records in Marquette
Certified copies of criminal records are official documents with the court's seal, accepted by employers, attorneys, and government agencies. In Marquette County, they are issued by the county court clerk.
How to Submit a Request
- In Person — visit the Marquette County Circuit Court clerk's office. Bring valid photo identification.
- By Mail — send a written request with the full name, date of birth, case number (if available), and a copy of identification. Include payment in the form of a money order.
- Through ICHAT — for an official state criminal history, use the ICHAT Michigan State Police system. Results are available online immediately after payment.
Necessary SCAO forms can be downloaded from the Michigan courts website.
Contact Information
Marquette County Clerk / Circuit Court
To obtain records of individuals in Marquette Branch Prison, contact the Michigan Department of Corrections directly.
Fees, Copy Costs, and Processing Times for Criminal Records in Marquette
The cost of services depends on the type of request and institution. Below are estimated fees set according to Michigan law (MCL 600.2546 and other relevant statutes).
| Service | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Copy of court document | $1.00 per page | Standard rate for Michigan county courts |
| Certification | $10.00 | Per certified document |
| ICHAT search (public) | $10.00 | Online payment by credit card; instant result |
| Fingerprinting + FBI check | Depends on provider | Required for licenses, adoptions, etc. |
Processing Times
- ICHAT online — results available immediately after payment
- Clerk request in person — usually the same day or within a few business days
- Mail request — 5 to 15 business days depending on request volume
Some records have restricted access according to Michigan and federal laws. Juvenile cases, adoption cases, and certain sealed (expunged) records do not appear in public databases. More about access restrictions can be found on the Michigan courts records management page.