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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Leelanau County record-source URLs verified against the official local and Michigan state publishers on the review date. 4 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Leelanau County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Leelanau County, Michigan — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
22,871
Population
Census estimate
9,246
Households
Census estimate
$82,345
Median income
Annual household
$371,200
Median home value
Census ACS
Suttons Bay Township
County seat
In Michigan
Criminal records
2 sources
Court records
6 sources
Wants & warrants
see state portal
Property records
6 sources
Vital records
see state portal
Voter records
see state portal
Professional licenses
1 source
Recorded documents
see state portal
Count of verified official sources per record type. Multiple sources One source Use state portal
Leelanau County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Leelanau County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | 13th Circuit Court Civil Case Records Circuit Court Criminal Records Search - 13th Circuit Court |
| Criminal records | Virginia VINE - VINELink Contact Us - Michigan Sex Offender Registry |
| Wants & warrants | No verified source — see Leelanau County state portal below |
| Property records | leelanaucounty Home | Leelanau County | BS&A Online |
| Vital records | No verified source — see Leelanau County state portal below |
| Voter records | No verified source — see Leelanau County state portal below |
| Professional licenses | Leelanau Peninsula Chamber Of Commerce |
| Recorded documents | No verified source — see Leelanau County state portal below |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Leelanau County. Data verified June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Leelanau County Records
2026
Leelanau County official government portal active
The official Leelanau County government website at www.leelanau.gov continues to serve as the canonical local source.
2026
Leelanau County court records portal verified
State court system links for Leelanau County verified against the Michigan judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Leelanau County criminal records access
State criminal records repository for Leelanau County (statewide system, not county-specific) confirmed active in 2026.
2026
Leelanau County property records online
Leelanau County property assessment and recorder office online portal active in 2026.
The 4-Step Leelanau County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Leelanau County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Leelanau 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 Leelanau County Records
❌ Myth: "Leelanau County maintains all criminal records."
✓ Truth: False. Criminal records for Leelanau County are held by the Michigan state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
❌ Myth: "Records sealed in Leelanau 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 Leelanau County data."
✓ Truth: False. Only the official Michigan state repository has verified, current Leelanau County data. Free sites often have stale data.
❌ Myth: "The Leelanau County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
✓ Truth: False. The Leelanau 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.leelanau.gov — Official Leelanau County government website
- civilrecords.gtcountymi.gov — Court records — official source
- mvic.sos.state.mi.us — Property records — official source
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — Leelanau County & Michigan Records
For records not specific to Leelanau 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 Leelanau County, Michigan
Leelanau County is located in northwest Michigan. The county seat is Suttons Bay Township (official site: https://www.leelanau.gov/).
- Population: 22,871
- Households: 9,246
- Median household income: $82,345
- Median home value: $371,200
- Below poverty line: 6.7%
- Land area: 347.2 sq mi
- Population density: 65.9 people / sq mi
- Public libraries indexed: 4
- NCES schools indexed: 8
13th Circuit Court Civil Case Records
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Therefore, PPO cases are no longer contained on this website. Please call the Clerk's office directly to conduct a search regarding a PPO: Antrim County Clerk 231-533-6353 Grand Traverse County Clerk (Court Records) 231-922-4710 Leelanau County Clerk 231-256-9824
Circuit Court Criminal Records Search - 13th Circuit Court
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CRIMINAL: Felony offenses that are bound over to 13th Circuit Court are those charges which are punishable by more than one (1) year in a state prison . Any misdemeanor offenses are considered part of District Court and are not included in this database. The database includes cases filed from ...
86th District Court | Grand Traverse County, MI
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Grand Traverse County: Mondays 2:30 pm-4:00 pm, Leelanau County: Wednesdays 9:00 am-11:00 am and Antrim County: Mondays 1:30 pm to 3:30pm. Learn More Proceedings will be conducted virtually to the maximum extent possible, consistent with Administrative Order 2020-6 (extended buy AO 2020-12).
leelanaucounty
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The Leelanau Probate Court and Family Court has moved to Phase 4 of the Return to Operations Plan set forth by the State Court Administrator’s Office (SCAO). The Leelanau County Probate Court and of the 13th Circuit Court-Family Division has ...
FAQs • Where do I mail my payment?
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If your offense is not listed on ticket near the middle): Grand Traverse County Phone: 231-922-4580 Antrim County Phone: 231-533-6441 Leelanau County Phone: 231-256-8250 If you wish to provide the court with an explanation, submit the explanation on or before the appearance
Payable Ticket Search Page - State of Michigan
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Michigan.gov Home Help Contact Us FAQ Policies · Copyright © 2013 State of Michigan
Page 1 of 12 E-Filing Courts in Michigan (Updated: 11/13/2025)
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County) • Civil Cases not Involving Damage to Person/Property: CB, CC, CD, CE, CF, CH, CK, CL, CP, CR, CZ, PC, PD, PR, PS, PZ · • Civil Damage, Person/Property: ND, NF, NH, NI, NM, NO, NP, NS, NZ · • Criminal: AX, FC, FH, FJ · • Divorce, Paternity, and Custody: DC, DO, DM, DP, DS, DZ · • Name Change: NC (Leelanau County only) • Personal Protection: PH, PP ·
leelanaucounty
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Mission Statement: To provide for a fair system of property assessment and taxation and to provide professional mapping services for all cities and townships in Leelanau County .ServicesAdministration: Equalization administration provides direction ...
Home | Leelanau County | BS&A Online
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Rental Property Search · Municipalities · Select a Municipality · Currently not signed in · Sign In · Register · Why Register? Leelanau County | MI · Leelanau 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 | Glen Arbor Township | BS&A Online
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Glen Arbor Township | Leelanau | MI · Search our collection of records for properties and taxes. Address · Name · Parcel Number · For Citizens and Professionals · Popular · Resident · Real Estate and Title Companies · All · Pay taxes. Pay · Search for records across multiple departments of a given municipality.
Home | Bingham Township | BS&A Online
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Bingham Township | Leelanau County | MI · Bingham Township | Leelanau 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.
Leelanau County GIS Maps - ArcGIS Online
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Leelanau County GIS Maps https://leelanau.maps.arcgis.com/home/index.html View Leelanau County geographic information systems for maps and to conduct analysis on property boundaries, route guidance information. Leelanau County Maps https://leelanau.com/map/ View Leelanau County maps index for ...
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.
Preliminary Plat & Condominium Review
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Gaylord TSC (Counties: Antrim, Charlevoix, Cheboygan, Crawford, Emmet, Otsego, and Roscommon) Plat/Condominium Coordinator Gaylord TSC 1088 M-32 East Gaylord, Michigan 49735 · Phone: 989-731-5090 Toll Free: 888-304-6368 Fax: 989-732-3637 · Traverse City TSC (Counties: Benzie, Grand Traverse, Kalkaska, Leelanau, Manistee, Missaukee, and Wexford) Plat/Condominium Coordinator Traverse City TSC 2084 US-31 South, Suite B Traverse City, Michigan 49685
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.
Leelanau County
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The Division of Victim Services (DVS) provides a voice advocating for and responding to all victims of crime in Michigan. Learn more about DVS-funded programs and services, including Michigan’s 24/7, free, confidential, and anonymous domestic violence and sexual assault hotlines.
Leelanau Peninsula Chamber Of Commerce
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The Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lake Michigan, lush forests, clear inland lakes, and trails with unique flora and fauna. Small coastal towns and villages throughout the county provide a wide variety of accommodations, shops, galleries, eateries, and endless recreation opportunities. We invite you to visit and enjoy all that Leelanau has to offer! Business After Hours
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”.
Downloads Leelanauagacreportrec
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Leelanau County FY2023 Audit Documents · April 09 · Housing North Survey to Help Address Housing Needs · March 15 · Earth Day in Leelanau · February 27 · Presidential Primary Unofficial Election Results - February 27, 2024 · August 07 · Recent Property Fraud Attempts Reported in Leelanau County ·
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?
Leelanau County Register of Deeds - Self-Service
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Use of automated processes (program search records or mine index data is strictly prohibited by Leelanau County and may result in suspension or termination of the violator's access privileges. Any high-volume automated access attempts will be regarded as Denial of Service attacks and may
Leelanau County
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Leelanau County FY2023 Audit Documents · April 09 · Housing North Survey to Help Address Housing Needs · March 15 · Earth Day in Leelanau · February 27 · Presidential Primary Unofficial Election Results - February 27, 2024 · August 07 · Recent Property Fraud Attempts Reported in Leelanau County ·
leelanaucounty
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Surrounded by 100 miles of Lake Michigan shoreline, four islands north of the mainland, 341 square miles of surface area and 28 square miles of inland lakes provides a real challenge with respect to public safety endeavors! Leelanau County is well known for being a "tourist destination", rural in character with 40% of our land wooded, making Leelanau's hilly terrain some of the most picturesque in the entire state. Our staff works closely with Grand Traverse Band Tribal Police, National Park Rangers, Michigan State Police, Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Conservation Officers and U.S.
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 in which you request appointment (if you do not reside in Michigan, maintain a principal place of business in the county you request appointment)
Voter registration statistics - Michigan Voter Information Center
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There are approximately 7.3 million active registered voters in Michigan.
Building Safety
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Office Number: (231) 256-9806 E-mail: buildingsafety@leelanau.gov “Our mission statement is to effectively administer the State of Michigan Construction Codes and County Ordinances to ensure public health, safety, and welfare; to provide ...
leelanaucounty
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Click here for a description Agendas And Minutes Articles of Incorporation Policies and Procedures Useful Links (231) 256-9838 jgallagher@leelanau.gov https://migration.revize.com/revize/leelanaucounty/leelanau_county/boards_commissions
St. Mary's Cemetery, Lake Leelanau, MI
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Lake Leelanau , Leelanau County, Michigan, USA · No grave photo · 4 Aug 1939 – 6 Oct 2020 · Lake Leelanau , Leelanau County, Michigan, USA · 14 Jun 1919 – 5 May 1980 · Lake Leelanau , Leelanau County, Michigan, USA · 25 Feb 1857 – 7 ...
Information Page for WMGS Index to West Michigan Census Records
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Western Michigan Genealogical Society West Michigan Census Index · An index to names in various state and federal censuses of Western Michigan 1860 - 1894
Information Page for WMGS Index to Kent County World War One Veterans Census
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Western Michigan Genealogical Society World War 1 Veterans Census · An index of the Veterans of World War One who were resident in Kent County, Michigan after the end of "The Great War"
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I look up court cases in Leelanau County?
Leelanau County court cases are filed with the County Clerk. Search the 13th Circuit Court Civil Case Records portal: https://civilrecords.gtcountymi.gov/iprodp/cccivil.cgi. For federal matters, see PACER.
Can I find out if someone is divorced in Michigan?
Yes. Search the court case index for the person's name in the county where they lived. Most Michigan counties offer free online case-search portals. The state vital records office also issues divorce verifications for a fee.
Does an active warrant show up on a background check in Michigan?
Yes. Active warrants in Michigan appear on name-based criminal background checks through the Michigan State Police system the moment they are entered. Some employers also run a separate NCIC warrant query, which catches federal warrants as well.
What's the difference between a court record and a criminal record in Michigan?
A court record shows everything filed in a specific case — pleadings, motions, judgments. A criminal record (rap sheet) is a person-centric history from the Michigan State Police that aggregates arrests and dispositions across all courts in Michigan. Court records are searched by case; criminal records by person.
