Ingham County Phone Directory Lookup
The Ingham County phone directory covers public records and government contacts for Lansing, East Lansing, Mason, and the rest of the county. Ingham County is home to Michigan's state capital and has a mix of city, county, and state offices that hold records. You can use this phone directory guide to find court case data, vital records, property info, and the right phone number for any Ingham County office. The county seat is Mason, but Lansing is the largest city and where most state-level offices sit.
Ingham County Phone Directory Overview
Ingham County Clerk Phone Directory
The Ingham County Clerk handles vital records, elections, and county filings. Barb Byrum is the FOIA coordinator. Call (517) 676-7201 to reach the office. This is the first stop in the Ingham County phone directory when you need a birth certificate, death record, or marriage license.
Under MCL 333.2815-333.2861, birth records less than 100 years old in Michigan are restricted. Only the person named, a parent, or a legal representative can order a copy. Records older than 100 years are public. Death and marriage records are more open. The Ingham County clerk can tell you what ID you need and what the fees are. County fees are often lower than the state rate of $34 for the first copy. You can request records in person at the courthouse in Mason, by mail, or in some cases by phone.
The Ingham County website lists department contacts, hours, and online tools. Use it to find the right phone number before you visit in person.
30th Circuit Court Ingham County
The 30th Circuit Court sits at 313 W. Kalamazoo St, Lansing, MI 48933. Call (517) 483-6050 for the clerk. This court handles felony criminal cases, civil disputes over $25,000, family law like divorce and custody, and probate matters across Ingham County.
Search Ingham County circuit court cases through MiCOURT. It is free. Type in a last name with at least two letters or use a full case number. Results show parties, case type, filing date, status, and docket entries. Case codes include CR for criminal, DR for domestic relations, and CB for civil. The 30th Circuit Court is a core part of the Ingham County phone directory for legal record searches. You can check on any public case from home.
Sealed records are not visible. Juvenile files, PPO cases, and set-asides under MCL 780.621 will not come up. Document images are not posted online. Visit the clerk in Lansing for paper copies.
54A District Court Phone Numbers
The 54A District Court is at 124 W. Michigan Ave, Lansing, MI 48933. The phone number is (517) 483-4444. It covers Lansing for traffic violations, misdemeanors, small claims, and civil cases under $25,000.
You can search 54A District Court cases through MiCOURT. Enter a name or case number to find records. The Ingham County phone directory lists this court as a main resource for Lansing-area case lookups. Results include case status, hearing dates, and docket entries.
East Lansing has its own court. The 54B District Court is at 101 Linden St, East Lansing, MI 48823. Call (517) 319-6810. It handles the same types of cases for the East Lansing area. Both courts serve parts of Ingham County and both use the MiCOURT system for online searches.
Note: Drug charges under MCL 333.7411 for first-time offenders and HYTA youth cases are sealed from public view.
Ingham County FOIA Phone Directory
Michigan's Freedom of Information Act under MCL 15.231-15.246 lets anyone request government records from Ingham County. You do not need to be a resident. Barb Byrum serves as the county FOIA coordinator at (517) 676-7201.
The county has 5 business days to respond. They can extend for up to 10 more days. Standard copying is $0.10 per page. Electronic copies cost the price of the media. Labor charges apply for large or complex requests. A deposit is needed for requests expected to cost more than $50. If you have low income or the records serve a public purpose, you may qualify for a fee waiver. Denied requests can be appealed within 180 days. The Ingham County phone directory covers FOIA contacts for all departments, so check the county website for the right coordinator if your request is for a specific office.
Lansing Phone Directory Resources
Lansing is the state capital and the largest city in Ingham County. It has its own city offices that are separate from county services.
The Lansing City Clerk is at 124 W. Michigan Ave, Lansing, MI 48933. Call (517) 483-4133. The City of Lansing website has department contacts and online services. The Lansing Police Department is at 120 W. Michigan Ave. Call (517) 483-6834 for records. For police FOIA requests, email LPDFOIA@lansingmi.gov. The non-emergency line is (517) 483-4600. These are city-level contacts in the Ingham County phone directory. County records are held at the courthouse in Mason.
East Lansing also has its own city clerk at (517) 319-6910, located at 410 Abbot Rd. The East Lansing Police Department handles records at (517) 319-6803. The non-emergency line is (517) 351-4220. East Lansing is home to Michigan State University and has a sizable population, but it does not have a dedicated page on this site.
Ingham County Property Record Search
Property records in Ingham County are maintained by the Register of Deeds and the county treasurer. You can search for deeds, mortgages, liens, and tax information. The Ingham County phone directory for property starts with the Register of Deeds at the county building in Mason.
Many areas in Ingham County use the BS&A Online system for property tax and assessment data. This free tool shows owner names, assessed values, building details, sales history, and zoning info. The Michigan Open Data Portal has additional datasets you can download in CSV, Shapefile, and other formats. It is free and open to the public.
Ingham County Voter Lookup
Check voter registration in Ingham County at the Michigan Voter Information Center. Enter a first name, last name, birth month, birth year, and ZIP code. The tool shows registration status, polling location, and voting history for the past 12 months.
You can register to vote online at mi.gov/vote with a Michigan driver's license or state ID. In-person registration is open at the Ingham County Clerk's office or any Secretary of State branch. Same-day registration is allowed at the polls if you bring proof of residency. The Ingham County phone directory can connect you to the elections division for questions about your specific precinct.
Criminal Records in Ingham County
The Michigan State Police ICHAT system is the state tool for criminal background checks. It covers Ingham County and all other Michigan counties. It costs $10 per search. Enter the person's full name and date of birth. Results show convictions from Michigan courts only. ICHAT does not cover other states, juvenile records, or expunged cases.
Results are valid for 30 days. You can print or save the PDF. For court-specific criminal records, use MiCOURT to search the 30th Circuit Court or either district court in the Ingham County phone directory.
Legal Help for Ingham County
Free legal resources are available for Ingham County residents. Michigan Legal Help at (888) 783-8190 gives statewide help. The Michigan Courts website has self-help forms and guides. The State Bar of Michigan lawyer referral line is (800) 968-0738. These services cover family law, housing, and civil issues.
Nearby Counties
Ingham County sits in central Michigan near several other counties. Check these pages if you need records from a neighboring area.
Cities in Ingham County
Lansing is the largest city in Ingham County and has a dedicated page. East Lansing, Mason, and other communities have their own local offices but do not have separate pages on this site.