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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Clinton County record-source URLs verified against the official local and Michigan state publishers on the review date. 3 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Clinton County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Clinton County, Michigan — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
80,050
Population
Census estimate
31,060
Households
Census estimate
$82,594
Median income
Annual household
$226,000
Median home value
Census ACS
St. Johns
County seat
In Michigan
Criminal records
3 sources
Court records
5 sources
Wants & warrants
see state portal
Property records
16 sources
Vital records
1 source
Voter records
see state portal
Professional licenses
2 sources
Recorded documents
see state portal
Count of verified official sources per record type. Multiple sources One source Use state portal
Clinton County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Clinton County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | Search | Clinton County, MI Formal Estate | Clinton County, MI |
| Criminal records | Offender Details - Michigan Sex Offender Registry Inmate Information | Clinton County, MI |
| Wants & warrants | No verified source — see Clinton County state portal below |
| Property records | Recording Requirements | Clinton County, MI Home | Clinton Charter Township | BS&A Online |
| Vital records | Genealogy | Clinton County, MI |
| Voter records | No verified source — see Clinton County state portal below |
| Professional licenses | Home | Clinton County | BS&A Online Search for Licensee - Accela Citizen Access |
| Recorded documents | No verified source — see Clinton County state portal below |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Clinton County. Data verified June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Clinton County Records
2026
Clinton County official government portal active
The official Clinton County government website at www.clinton-county.org continues to serve as the canonical local source.
2026
Clinton County court records portal verified
State court system links for Clinton County verified against the Michigan judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Clinton County criminal records access
State criminal records repository for Clinton County (statewide system, not county-specific) confirmed active in 2026.
2026
Clinton County property records online
Clinton County property assessment and recorder office online portal active in 2026.
The 4-Step Clinton County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Clinton County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Clinton County clerk's office is the first stop.
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Step 2 — Use the Michigan statewide systems
Criminal background, court case search, voter registration, and professional licensing are all run at the Michigan state level — not by the county.
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Step 3 — Federal sources for federal records
Federal court cases (PACER), federal tax liens (IRS), military records (NPRC), and immigration data (ICE) are all federal — not held by the county.
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Step 4 — Cross-check before relying on data
Most county portals lag 24-48 hours behind the courthouse. For time-sensitive verification, call the clerk directly.
Five Things People Get Wrong About Clinton County Records
❌ Myth: "Clinton County maintains all criminal records."
✓ Truth: False. Criminal records for Clinton County are held by the Michigan state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
❌ Myth: "Records sealed in Clinton County are gone everywhere."
✓ Truth: False. Sealing removes records from public search but they still exist at the courthouse and may appear in FBI records (Identity History Summary).
❌ Myth: "Free 'instant background' sites have Clinton County data."
✓ Truth: False. Only the official Michigan state repository has verified, current Clinton County data. Free sites often have stale data.
❌ Myth: "The Clinton County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
✓ Truth: False. The Clinton County assessor's value is for property tax purposes only — usually below market value.
❌ Myth: "All county records older than 50 years are public."
✓ Truth: Partially false. Public-records rules vary by record type AND state. Court records and deeds are usually older-public; vital records remain restricted longer (often 75-125 years).
Primary Sources (All Verified)
- www.clinton-county.org — Official Clinton County government website
- e.courts.michigan.gov — Court records — official source
- mvic.sos.state.mi.us — Property records — official source
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — Clinton County & Michigan Records
For records not specific to Clinton County, use Michigan's statewide system or the national hub.
📍 Michigan statewide record systems:
- Michigan Court Records →
- Michigan Criminal Records →
- Michigan Property Records →
- Michigan Vital Records →
- Michigan Voter Records →
- Michigan Wants & Warrants →
- Michigan Licenses →
- Michigan Recorded Documents →
🇺🇸 National hubs:
Related Public Records
Michigan statewide records: Court records · Criminal records · Wants & warrants · Property records · Vital records · Voter records · Licenses · Recorded docs
National directories: Court records · Criminal records · Property records · Vital records · Federal databases
About Clinton County, Michigan
Clinton County is located in central Michigan. The county seat is St. Johns (official site: http://www.clinton-county.org/).
- Population: 80,050
- Households: 31,060
- Median household income: $82,594
- Median home value: $226,000
- Below poverty line: 9.6%
- Land area: 567.3 sq mi
- Population density: 141.1 people / sq mi
- Public libraries indexed: 6
- NCES schools indexed: 30
Recording Requirements | Clinton County, MI
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Instruments shall not purport to evidence more than 1 recordable event. MCLA 565.201(3). The type on the form must be printed in black ink; type size at least 10 point. MCLA 565.201 (1)(f)(iii)(iv) The paper on which the document is printed must be white and not less than 20-pound weight.
Home | Clinton Charter Township | BS&A Online
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All Record Search · Assessing Search · Current Tax Search · Property Sale Search · Special Assessment Search · Utility Billing Search · Online Payments · Current Tax Payments · Utility Billing Payments · Municipalities · Select a Municipality · Currently not signed in · Sign In · Register · Why Register? Clinton Charter Township | Macomb County | MI ·
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT) | Clinton County, MI
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2025 parcels are on the GIS website · 2020 Aerial Photos are on the GIS website · Please review the updated pricing schedule (PDF) Please allow up to 7-10 working days for completion of an order · GIS Coordinator · email GIS · Phone: 989 224-5119 · More Information ·
Register to Vote - Michigan Voter Information Center
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To register or update your voter registration for the upcoming election, you must go to your city or township clerk's office as soon as possible, but no later than 8 p.m. on Election Day . You can vote during the same visit. Here is what you need to bring with you.
Home | Bath Charter Township | BS&A Online
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Bath Charter Township | Clinton County | MI · Bath Charter Township | Clinton County | MI · powered by · powered by · Welcome to BS&A Online, powered by BS&A Software. This page is filled with customizable widgets that allow you to interact with the BS&A data provided by the online and desktop applications.
Home | DeWitt Charter Township | BS&A Online
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Rental Property Search · Municipalities · Select a Municipality · Currently not signed in · Sign In · Register · Why Register? DeWitt Charter Township | Clinton County | MI · DeWitt Charter Township | Clinton County | MI · powered by · powered by · Welcome to BS&A Online, powered by BS&A Software.
Home | City of St Johns | BS&A Online
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Rental Property Search · Schedule an Inspection · Municipalities · Select a Municipality · Currently not signed in · Sign In · Register · Why Register? Remote Assistance · City of St Johns | Clinton County | MI · City of St Johns | Clinton County | MI ·
Home | City of DeWitt | BS&A Online
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City of DeWitt | Clinton | MI · Search our collection of records for properties, taxes, utilities, permits, and more. Address · Name · Parcel Number · For Citizens and Professionals · Popular · Resident · Real Estate and Title Companies · Contractors ·
Home | Bingham Township | BS&A Online
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Bingham Township | Clinton | MI · Search our collection of records for properties and taxes. What are you looking for? Address · Name · Parcel Number · For Citizens and Professionals · All Services · Popular · Resident · Real Estate and Title Companies ·
Property Sale Search | Clinton County | BS&A Online
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Rental Property Search · Schedule an Inspection · Municipalities · Select a Municipality · Currently not signed in · Sign In · Register · Why Register? Clinton County | MI · Clinton County | MI · powered by · powered by · **Disclaimer: BS&A Software provides BS&A Online as a way for municipalities to display information online and is not responsible for the content or accuracy of the data herein.
Home | Essex Township | BS&A Online
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Property Sale Search · Municipalities · Select a Municipality · Currently not signed in · Sign In · Register · Why Register? Essex Township | Clinton County | MI · Essex Township | Clinton County | MI · powered by · powered by · Welcome to BS&A Online, powered by BS&A Software.
Home | Greenbush Township | BS&A Online
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Property Sale Search · Municipalities · Select a Municipality · Currently not signed in · Sign In · Register · Why Register? Greenbush Township | Clinton County | MI · Greenbush Township | Clinton County | MI · powered by · powered by · Welcome to BS&A Online, powered by BS&A Software.
Home | Ovid Township | BS&A Online
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Ovid Township | Branch | MI · Search our collection of records for properties and taxes. What are you looking for? Address · Name · Parcel Number · For Citizens and Professionals · All Services · Popular · Resident · Real Estate and Title Companies ·
Home | Victor Township | BS&A Online
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Property Sale Search · Online Payments · Current Tax Payments · Municipalities · Select a Municipality · Currently not signed in · Sign In · Register · Why Register? Victor Township | Clinton County | MI · Victor Township | Clinton County | MI · powered by ·
Home | Watertown Township | BS&A Online
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Property Sale Search · Special Assessment Search · Utility Billing Search · Online Payments · Current Tax Payments · Utility Billing Payments · Municipalities · Select a Municipality · Currently not signed in · Sign In · Register · Why Register? Watertown Township | Clinton County | MI ·
Notary services
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A notarization on a document certifies that the person whose signature is entered on the document personally appeared before the notary, established his or her identity, and personally signed the document in the presence of the notary. To meet the qualifications of a Michigan Notary Public, all the following must be met by the applicant. Be a U.S. citizen or possess proof of legal presence · Be a resident of the county
Hon. Judge Barkman - Court Display
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Hon. Judge Barkman · 29th Circuit Court - Clinton County Michigan · Today · LIVE NOW Visit our Virtual Courtroom
Clinton County, Michigan Public Records | PublicRecordCenter.com
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Birth and death certificates for Clinton County are obtained through the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, Division for Vital Records and Health Statistics at 201 Townsend Street, Lansing, MI 48913. Certified copies cost $34 each, with processing taking 3-5 weeks by mail or ...
Search | Clinton County, MI
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Find Circuit Court record searches prior to 1996 or online record searches for after 1996. Search death records for persons whose death occurred in Clinton County. Online records are available from 1934. Conduct an online search of deeds in Clinton County. The Clinton County 65A District Court Case Search/Inquiry displays the Register of Actions for public cases.
Formal Estate | Clinton County, MI
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Formal proceedings are commenced by filing a PC559 Petition for Probate and/or Appointment of Personal Representative (Testate/Intestate) and other related papers . To complete the Petition form MC97 Personal Identifying Information will also need to be filed.
Circuit Court Filings | Clinton County, MI
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For information on divorce forms, visit the Family/Divorce page. To schedule a hearing before the Court, contact the appropriate Assignment Clerk, based on the Judge assigned to the case. You can find additional information for the 29th Judicial Circuit Court and scheduling of hearings on the ...
65A District Court | Clinton County, MI
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District Court: See Michigan Court Rule (MCR) 2.408(C) for the list of eligible hearings. All other Zoom appearances must be pre-approved by the court. Disclaimer: Pursuant to MCR 2.407(A)(1), participants do not include members of the general public. The operations of the 65A District Court ...
Payable Ticket Search Page - State of Michigan
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Michigan.gov Home Help Contact Us FAQ Policies · Copyright © 2013 State of Michigan
Available Courts - MiFILE - State of Michigan
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37th District Court Visit Court Website Warren Division 8300 Common Road Warren, MI 48093 Phone: 586-574-4900 Center Line Division 7070 E. Ten Mile Road Center Line, MI 48015 Phone: 586-757-8333 Court-Specific E-Filing Page · Macomb County - Clinton Township - 41B District Court Visit Court ...
Inmate Information | Clinton County, MI
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Inmate Information · Bail Information · Release Date · Court Appearance Information · Visitation Schedule · Facility location and directions · Visitation Policies · Money Policies · Mail Policies · Medication Policies · Court Information · Frequently requested numbers ·
Virginia VINE - VINELink
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Welcome to Virginia VINE. A free, secure, and confidential way to access custody status and criminal case information, find state-approved service providers, register for notifications and stay informed.
Sex Offender Registry
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City, County, Zip County: Use this search to locate all published offenders found in a specified city, county, or zip code area. See a Neighborhood Map: Street Address, City, Zip Code, County: Fill in one or more of these fields to search for sex offenders living in your area.
Home | Clinton County | BS&A Online
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Animal License Search · Assessing Search · Building Department Search · Current Tax Search · Delinquent Tax Search · Property Sale Search · Online Payments · Building Department Payments · Building Department · Apply for a Permit · Building Department Search · Rental Property Search · Schedule an Inspection · Municipalities · Select a Municipality · Currently not signed in · Sign In · Register · Why Register? Clinton County | MI ·
Search for Licensee - Accela Citizen Access
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Once you are logged into your MiPLUS account, you can apply for a license, submit a request, or view existing records, by clicking on the word “Licenses”. Enter information below to search for a Licensee. Disclaimer: Licensing and registration records are made available on this website
Documents & Forms | Clinton County, MI
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Babysitting Information Form Business and Key Holder Online Submission Form Business and Key Holder PDF Form Freedom of Information ACT (FOIA) Medical Alert Online Submission Form Medical Alert PDF Form
Genealogy | Clinton County, MI
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A Birth record that is less than 100 years old can only be obtained by an heir with proof of death . Only certified copies can be purchased. Pursuant to the Michigan Department of Public Health/Office of Vital Records Administrative Rule R325.3234, Subrule 4, a local registrar has the authority ...
Vital Records Search | Clinton County, MI
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Vital Records · Vital Records Search · Please note: Databases are updated daily after 6:00 PM. Search Business Name Database (DBA) Search Death Records Database · Search Marriage Records Database · County Clerk / Register of Deeds · clerk@clinton-county.org ·
Michigan Voter Information Center
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Browsers that have javascript disabled will not be able to access some features of this site · Where are my clerk’s offices? Where are my ballot drop boxes? Where is my polling place? Am I registered? What's on the ballot · How do I apply for an absentee ballot?
Clinton County, MI | Official Website
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Create a Website Account - Manage notification subscriptions, save form progress and more · Stay up to date with the latest news and events
Resurrection Cemetery in Clinton Township, Michigan - Find a Grave Cemetery
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Elliott Cemetery Association -- Guardian Angel Cemetery, All Saints Cemetery, Resurrection Cemetery, Mt. Olivet Cemetery and Mt. Elliott Cemetery. It's a great resource tool and the only field that's required is a last name. NOTE: If you are making a photo request, please use the web site to verify your loved one's burial prior to making the photo request.
MIGenWeb
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Here you will find plenty of free genealogy and history . We are a volunteer staffed organization affliated with USGenWeb®. New volunteers and information submissions are always welcome. Michigan, from the Ojibwe word meaning large water or large lake, was originally primarily the home
Township Maps | Clinton County, MI
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I look up court cases in Clinton County?
Clinton County court cases are filed with the County Clerk. Search the Payable Ticket Search Page - State of Michigan portal: https://e.courts.michigan.gov/eTix/searchPage3cart.html. For federal matters, see PACER.
What's the difference between sealing and expunging a record in Michigan?
In Michigan, a sealed record is hidden from public view but still exists and remains visible to law enforcement, licensing boards, and some employers. An expunged record is treated by Michigan law as if it never happened — though FBI and federal records may persist regardless of state action. The relief process runs through the sentencing court.
How long does an arrest stay on my record in Michigan if I wasn't convicted?
In Michigan, an arrest stays on your record indefinitely unless you petition the court to seal or expunge it, even if charges were dropped or you were found not guilty. Michigan's rules for clearing non-conviction records are stricter than for convictions — start with the Michigan State Police.
Are Michigan criminal records public?
Mostly yes. Michigan's public-records law makes adult arrests, court filings, and conviction histories accessible to anyone unless a specific statutory exemption applies. Juvenile cases and sealed records are generally excluded by statute.
