Find Kalamazoo County Phone Directory
The Kalamazoo County phone directory connects you to public records, court case search tools, and government office contacts across the county. Kalamazoo County sits in southwest Michigan and includes the cities of Kalamazoo and Portage. You can use this phone directory to find numbers for the county clerk, circuit court, district court, police departments, and property offices. The county seat is the city of Kalamazoo. This page covers where to search, who to call, and how to get the records you need from Kalamazoo County offices.
Kalamazoo County Phone Directory Overview
Kalamazoo County Clerk Contact Info
The Kalamazoo County Clerk manages vital records, elections, and court filings. Tim Snow is the FOIA coordinator. The office phone number is (269) 383-8840. This is the key entry in the Kalamazoo County phone directory for vital record requests.
Birth, death, and marriage records in Michigan go back to 1867. The Kalamazoo County clerk can issue certified copies for events that took place in the county. Under MCL 333.2815-333.2861, birth records less than 100 years old are restricted to the person named, parents, or legal reps. Records older than that are public. Death and marriage records are generally open. County fees are often below the state rate of $34 for the first copy, so call the Kalamazoo County clerk to confirm the current cost before you order.
You can request records in person at the courthouse in Kalamazoo, by mail, or by calling the office. Bring a valid photo ID for in-person requests. The Kalamazoo County phone directory is a fast way to get the right number for the specific division you need.
Kalamazoo Circuit Court Records
The Kalamazoo County Circuit Court is at 227 W. Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49007. The phone number is (269) 383-8840. This court covers felony criminal cases, civil disputes over $25,000, family law matters, and probate for all of Kalamazoo County.
Search case records for free through MiCOURT. Enter a last name with at least two letters, or use a case number in the YY-######-XX format. Results include party names, case type, filing date, case status, and docket entries. Case type codes in the Kalamazoo County phone directory system include CR for criminal, DR for domestic relations, CB for civil, and PR for probate. The tool is free and works from any device.
Document images are not available online for most cases. You need to visit the court or call the clerk for copies of filed papers. Sealed records, juvenile cases, and set-asides under MCL 780.621 will not show in search results.
The Michigan Open Data Portal is also useful for Kalamazoo County research. It has free datasets in CSV, Shapefile, and GeoJSON formats from state agencies.
8th District Court Kalamazoo County
The 8th District Court serves Kalamazoo County. It is at 227 W. Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49007. Call (269) 388-7144 for the clerk. The court handles traffic tickets, misdemeanors, preliminary exams, small claims, and civil cases under $25,000.
Cases from both Kalamazoo and Portage go through this court. Search for records through MiCOURT by name or case number. The Kalamazoo County phone directory lists this court as a main resource for lower-level case lookups. Results show parties, case type, hearing dates, and case status. Copies of documents must be requested in person or by calling the court clerk.
First-time drug offenses under MCL 333.7411 and HYTA youth cases are not publicly visible. The court also handles landlord-tenant disputes and real estate matters up to $25,000.
Kalamazoo City Phone Directory
Kalamazoo is the county seat and the largest city. It has its own city government with offices that are separate from the county.
The Kalamazoo City Clerk is at 241 W. South St, Kalamazoo, MI 49007. Call (269) 337-8792 for city business, voter registration, and records. The City of Kalamazoo website has department listings and online forms. The Kalamazoo Police Department is at 150 E. Crosstown Pkwy, Kalamazoo, MI 49001. For records, call (269) 337-8120. FOIA requests go to kpdfoia@kalamazoocity.org. The non-emergency line is (269) 337-8994. These city-level contacts are part of the broader Kalamazoo County phone directory but cover city records only, not county files.
Portage is the second largest city in Kalamazoo County. The Portage City Clerk is at 7900 S. Westnedge Ave, Portage, MI 49002. Call (269) 329-4511. The Portage Police Department handles records at (269) 329-4558 and the non-emergency line is (269) 329-4567. Portage cases go through the 8th District Court in Kalamazoo.
FOIA Requests for Kalamazoo County
The Michigan Freedom of Information Act under MCL 15.231-15.246 gives any person the right to request government records from Kalamazoo County. Tim Snow is the FOIA coordinator. Reach out at (269) 383-8840.
Kalamazoo County must respond within 5 business days. Extensions of up to 10 more days are allowed. Standard fees are $0.10 per page for paper copies. Electronic copies cost the price of the media. Labor charges apply for complex or large requests. A deposit is needed if costs exceed $50. Fee waivers are available for low-income individuals or requests that serve the public interest. If your FOIA request is denied, you have 180 days to appeal. The Kalamazoo County phone directory has contacts for each department if you need to send a request to a specific office rather than the central coordinator.
Kalamazoo County Property Search
Property records in Kalamazoo County are kept by the Register of Deeds and the county treasurer. Search for deeds, mortgages, tax info, and liens through county tools. The Kalamazoo County phone directory starts with the Register of Deeds for property ownership questions.
Many Kalamazoo County properties are searchable through the BS&A Online system. This free tool shows owner names, mailing addresses, assessed values, building details, sales history, and zoning. It works 24/7. For broader research, the Michigan Open Data Portal offers state-level datasets in multiple formats.
Kalamazoo County Voter Directory
The Michigan Voter Information Center lets you check voter registration in Kalamazoo County. Enter a first name, last name, birth month, birth year, and ZIP code. It shows your registration status, polling place, and voting history for the past year.
Register online at mi.gov/vote or in person at the Kalamazoo County Clerk's office. Same-day registration at the polls is allowed with proof of residency. The Kalamazoo County phone directory can point you to the elections division for precinct questions.
Criminal History for Kalamazoo County
Run a criminal background check through the Michigan State Police ICHAT system. It costs $10. Enter the person's full name and date of birth. Results show convictions from Michigan courts. ICHAT covers Kalamazoo County and every other county in the state. It does not include other states, juvenile records, or expunged cases. Results are valid for 30 days.
Legal Resources in Kalamazoo County
Legal Aid of Western Michigan serves the Kalamazoo area and can be reached at (616) 774-0672. Michigan Legal Help at (888) 783-8190 gives statewide assistance. The Michigan Courts website posts self-help guides and forms. The State Bar of Michigan lawyer referral line is (800) 968-0738.
Nearby Counties
Kalamazoo County is surrounded by several other Michigan counties. If you need records from a nearby area, try these.
Cities in Kalamazoo County
The city of Kalamazoo is the only community in this county with a dedicated page. Portage and other areas have their own local offices but do not have separate pages on this site.