Search Lapeer County Phone Directory

The Lapeer County phone directory covers public records and government contacts across this east-central Michigan county. Lapeer serves as the county seat and houses the clerk, register of deeds, and court offices. You can use this phone directory to find numbers for the circuit court, district court, and county departments that handle vital records and property filings. State search tools like MiCOURT give you free access to court case data, while local offices in Lapeer process in-person requests for certified copies and other documents. Below you will find the contact info and steps for searching Lapeer County records.

Lapeer County Clerk Contacts

The Lapeer County Clerk handles vital records, court filings, and election administration from the county building at 255 Clay Street in Lapeer. You can reach the clerk at (810) 667-0356 for questions about birth, death, and marriage certificates. The office processes requests on weekdays during normal business hours. Walk-in service is available for most record types.

Birth records less than 100 years old are restricted under MCL 333.2815 to the person named, parents, or legal representatives. Death records and marriage records are generally open to the public in Lapeer County. County clerk fees tend to run lower than the state rate of $34 per copy. Many residents prefer to get their records locally rather than going through the state office in Lansing. You should call the clerk to check current fees and find out what ID you need to bring.

The Lapeer County phone directory also lists the clerk as the point of contact for concealed pistol licenses and notary services.

Lapeer County Court Record Search

Lapeer County is part of the 40th Circuit Court. This court handles felony criminal cases, civil lawsuits over $25,000, family law, and appeals. The MiCOURT case search lets you look up Lapeer County circuit court cases for free. Search by name, case number, or date range. Results include party names, case type codes, filing dates, docket entries, and hearing outcomes.

The 71A District Court covers Lapeer County for misdemeanors, traffic violations, small claims, and civil cases under $25,000. District court records are also searchable through MiCOURT. You can filter by case type to narrow results. CR is criminal. CB is civil. TR is traffic. DR covers domestic cases. Keep in mind that document images are usually not available online. You may need to visit the court clerk in Lapeer to get copies of specific filings.

Lapeer County phone directory searches through MiCOURT cover years of case history at no charge. The system is available around the clock from any device with internet access.

Note: Sealed records, juvenile cases, and expunged cases do not appear in public phone directory searches for Lapeer County.

Phone Directory for Lapeer Property Records

The Lapeer County Register of Deeds records property documents including deeds, mortgages, liens, and easements. The office is in the county building at 255 Clay Street. You can search by owner name, parcel number, or property address. Standard copy fees are typically $1 per page, and certified copies cost around $10. Contact the register of deeds at (810) 667-0356 for specific pricing and document availability.

Property tax records are kept by the Lapeer County Treasurer. The treasurer can provide tax amounts, payment history, and information about delinquent parcels. Assessment data is maintained by local assessors in each township and city within Lapeer County. Property owners who disagree with their assessed value can appeal to the local Board of Review in March each year. The phone directory for property-related questions in Lapeer County starts with the treasurer and register of deeds offices.

Statewide Search Tools for Lapeer County

You can search for Lapeer County records through several state-level databases. The ICHAT criminal history search costs $10 and shows Michigan convictions for any person. You need the full name and date of birth. Results appear right away and are valid for 30 days.

The Michigan Secretary of State maintains a business entity search that covers all registered businesses in the state. You can look up LLCs, corporations, and partnerships by name or officer. The Voter Information Center lets you check registration status with a name, birth details, and ZIP code. For vital records, the MDHHS Vital Records office processes statewide requests at $34 per copy.

The state's open data portal provides another phone directory resource for Lapeer County research.

You can download datasets from this portal in CSV and other formats at no cost.

FOIA Requests in Lapeer County

The Michigan Freedom of Information Act under MCL 15.231-15.246 allows anyone to request records from Lapeer County offices. You do not need to live in Michigan. Send your request to the FOIA coordinator at the Lapeer County Clerk's office. Include a clear description of the records and your contact details. The agency must respond within 5 business days.

Copy fees are $0.10 per page. A deposit is required for requests over $50. Fee waivers are possible if you demonstrate low income or public interest. If denied, you can appeal within 180 days.

Lapeer County Legal Help

Legal aid resources serve Lapeer County residents who cannot afford an attorney. Michigan Legal Help at (888) 783-8190 offers statewide assistance. The Michigan Courts website has self-help guides and downloadable court forms. The State Bar of Michigan lawyer referral service at (800) 968-0738 can connect you with local attorneys in the Lapeer area.

Nearby Counties Phone Directory

Lapeer County borders several other Michigan counties. Each has its own phone directory page with local contacts and record search tools.