Phone Directory in Antrim County

Need to find records in Antrim County? This phone directory covers the offices and search tools you can use to look up court cases, property records, vital records, and criminal history. The county seat is Bellaire, where most county offices are located. Antrim County works with statewide systems like MiCOURT and ICHAT, and also keeps local records at the courthouse. This page has the phone numbers, addresses, and online resources you need to access public records from Antrim County government offices.

Antrim County Clerk Services

The Antrim County Clerk sits in the county courthouse in Bellaire. This office is where you go for marriage licenses, vital records, court filings, and other county documents. Staff can walk you through what you need. Hours run Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Phone calls are the fastest way to check on a record before you visit.

You can use the Antrim County phone directory to find the clerk's direct line and fax number. The clerk also processes concealed pistol license applications, files assumed name certificates for businesses, and keeps records of all circuit court proceedings. If you need a certified copy of any document on file, the clerk's office is the place to go. Fees vary by document type, but most certified copies run between $10 and $15 in Antrim County. Bring a valid photo ID when you visit the office in Bellaire.

Not all records are available at the clerk's office. Some older files have been moved to the state archives. For records that go back before the 1900s, you may need to contact the Archives of Michigan in Lansing. The Antrim County Clerk can point you in the right direction if the record you want is not held locally.

Note: Call the Antrim County Clerk before visiting to confirm they have the record you need on site.

Antrim County Court Records

The MiCOURT case search gives you access to Antrim County court records from your computer or phone. This state-run tool is free. No account is needed. You just type in a name or case number and the system pulls up matching results from courts across Michigan, including all courts based in Bellaire.

Results include the case number, all parties listed, case type code, filing date, and current status. Click on any case to see docket entries, hearing schedules, and outcomes. Criminal cases show charges, pleas, and sentencing info when available. Civil cases show filings, motions, and judgments. The Antrim County phone directory for the court clerk can help if you need more detail than what shows up online. Most court records in Michigan are public under MCL 600.101, though the court has the power to seal files in rare situations.

Physical copies of court documents from Antrim County require a visit to the courthouse in Bellaire or a written request by mail. Call ahead to find out what fees apply and how long it takes to process copy requests.

The Michigan Department of Treasury records portal is one of the state-level tools that covers Antrim County records along with the rest of Michigan.

You can use this resource to search for records that include Antrim County data from Bellaire and surrounding areas.

Vital Records in Antrim County

Vital records for Antrim County are available through the County Clerk's office in Bellaire. You can request birth certificates, death certificates, and marriage certificates here. The clerk's office has local copies of records that go back decades. For older records or records from other counties, the MDHHS Vital Records division in Lansing is the state-level source.

Fees at the county level are often lower than state fees. The state charges $34 for the first copy and $16 for each additional copy of any vital record. County clerk fees in Antrim County may be less, so call the office in Bellaire to check. You can also order vital records online through VitalChek, but expect to pay an extra processing fee on top of the state charge. Under MCL 333.2815 through MCL 333.2861, birth records less than 100 years old are restricted. Only the person named on the record, a parent, a legal guardian, or a legal representative can get a copy. Records over 100 years old are open to anyone, which makes them useful for genealogy research.

Death records, marriage records, and divorce records are generally public in Michigan. The Antrim County Clerk can provide certified copies for legal use or plain copies for personal reference. Bring a valid photo ID when you visit the office.

Search Antrim Criminal Records

There are two main ways to search criminal records in Antrim County. The first is the ICHAT system run by the Michigan State Police. It costs $10 and shows Michigan convictions tied to the name and date of birth you enter. Results are instant. The second is MiCOURT, which shows criminal cases filed in Antrim County courts for free.

ICHAT is the more comprehensive option for statewide criminal history. It pulls from a database maintained by the Michigan State Police. You get conviction records, some warrant information, and sex offender registry data. It does not show arrests without convictions, juvenile records, or expunged cases. The report is good for 30 days. MiCOURT gives you case-level detail for specific courts in Antrim County, including the docket, hearing dates, and sentencing info where available.

Michigan FOIA law under MCL 15.231 through MCL 15.246 governs access to public records, including criminal history. You do not have to give a reason for requesting a criminal background check through ICHAT. Anyone can run a search as long as they pay the fee and have the required name and date of birth.

Note: ICHAT only covers Michigan records and does not include out-of-state convictions.

Search Antrim Property Records

Antrim County property records are filed with the Register of Deeds at the courthouse in Bellaire. This includes deeds, land contracts, mortgages, discharge documents, and plat maps. The office records new documents and keeps copies of all past filings. You can search these records by visiting the office or, in some cases, through an online portal on the Antrim County website.

For property tax information, contact the Antrim County Treasurer. Tax records show the property owner, assessed and taxable values, millage rates, and payment history. These records are public. The phone directory for Antrim County lists the treasurer's office number and address. If you are looking up property for a real estate transaction, title search, or similar purpose, both the Register of Deeds and the Treasurer can provide what you need. Fees for copies vary but typically run a few dollars per page for standard copies and more for certified versions.

Request Antrim County Records

Getting copies of records from Antrim County depends on what type of record you need. For court records, contact the clerk's office at the courthouse in Bellaire or use the MiCOURT system to identify the case first, then request copies by mail or in person. Certified copies of court orders typically cost $10 plus $1 per additional page. Plain copies are cheaper.

Vital records can be ordered through the Antrim County Clerk or through the state at MDHHS Vital Records. State fees are $34 for the first copy and $16 for extras. Property records come from the Register of Deeds office in Bellaire. Criminal background checks are available through ICHAT for $10. Each office in the Antrim County phone directory has its own fee schedule and processing time, so call ahead to get the latest info.

• Court records: Contact the Antrim County Clerk in Bellaire
• Vital records: County Clerk or MDHHS in Lansing
• Property records: Antrim County Register of Deeds
• Criminal records: ICHAT at $10 per search
• Other public records: File a FOIA request

Most requests can be handled by phone, mail, or in person. Some offices accept email requests for simple inquiries. Certified copies always require a fee and take longer to process than plain copies.

FOIA Requests in Antrim County

Anyone can request public records from Antrim County under Michigan's Freedom of Information Act. The law is found at MCL 15.231 through MCL 15.246. You do not have to live in Michigan or give a reason for your request. Just put it in writing and send it to the right office in Bellaire.

Antrim County offices must respond to FOIA requests within 5 business days. The response will either grant access, deny the request with a written explanation, or extend the deadline by up to 10 additional days. Fees for copies are $0.10 per page. If the request takes a lot of staff time to fulfill, the county can charge for labor at the hourly rate of the lowest-paid employee capable of doing the work. A deposit may be required for requests expected to cost more than $50.

The Antrim County phone directory lists contact info for FOIA coordinators in each department. If you are not sure which office holds the record you need, start with the County Clerk in Bellaire. They can direct you to the right department.

Note: You can appeal a FOIA denial within 180 days to Circuit Court or the Office of the Ombudsman.

Nearby Counties in Michigan

If you need records from a neighboring county, these are the closest to Antrim County. Each has its own clerk, court system, and register of deeds with phone directory contact info.