Search Roscommon County Phone Directory

The Roscommon County phone directory connects you to public records held by county offices in the village of Roscommon. This north-central Michigan county keeps court case data, property records, vital record files, and contact info for local government through several offices. You can use the phone directory to find numbers for the County Clerk, Register of Deeds, the 82nd District Court, and the 34th Circuit Court. Many court records are searchable online through MiCOURT. Property and vital records often need a call or trip to the courthouse. This page covers each office, what it holds, and how to reach it through the Roscommon County phone directory.

Roscommon County Clerk Phone Numbers

The Roscommon County Clerk runs the office that handles vital records, court filings, and elections. The office is at 500 Lake Street, Roscommon, MI 48653. Call (989) 275-5923 to reach the clerk. Hours run Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. This is the main contact for the Roscommon County phone directory when you need birth, death, or marriage records.

Birth records less than 100 years old are restricted under MCL 333.2815-333.2861. Only the person named, a parent, or a legal representative can get copies. Records older than 100 years are open to the public. Death and marriage records are generally public. The county charges around $22 per vital record copy. This is lower than the state fee of $34 through MDHHS. You can also order vital records by mail if you send a completed application, a copy of your ID, and a check to the clerk's office.

The Roscommon County phone directory for vital records is the fastest way to check what is on file. Call ahead to make sure they have the record you need before making the drive to the courthouse.

Roscommon County Property Records Directory

The Register of Deeds in Roscommon County records property documents for the entire county. Deeds, mortgages, liens, easements, and plats are all on file here. The office is at 500 Lake Street in Roscommon. Call (989) 275-5921 for help with a property search or to request copies.

You can start a property search through the county's online tools or by calling the office. The Roscommon County phone directory for property data is especially useful during the busy summer months when the area sees a lot of real estate activity around Higgins Lake and Houghton Lake. Each recorded document shows the grantor and grantee, legal description, consideration amount, and the date it was filed. Standard copies are $1 per page. Certified copies cost more. The Register of Deeds staff can walk you through older records if you are having trouble finding what you need.

The Secretary of State business entity search is also useful for Roscommon County phone directory lookups tied to business ownership and property. The SOS site shows business details from the state level below.

Use that tool to check business filings or find the registered agent for a company that owns property in Roscommon County.

Court Records in Roscommon County

Roscommon County falls under the 34th Circuit Court for felony cases, civil matters over $25,000, and family law. The 82nd District Court handles misdemeanors, traffic cases, small claims, and civil cases under $25,000. Both courts have records in the MiCOURT system.

Search MiCOURT by last name with at least two letters. You can also use a case number. Results show party names, case type, filing date, status, docket entries, and hearing outcomes. Case type codes like CR for criminal, CB for civil, and DR for domestic relations help you find the right records fast. The Roscommon County phone directory for court data includes the circuit court at (989) 275-5222 and the district court at (989) 275-5222. Call if you need copies of documents that are not available online.

Michigan court records are mostly public. Exceptions include juvenile cases, sealed records, and expunged cases. Drug cases handled under MCL 333.7411 for first-time offenders and HYTA cases are also restricted. The Roscommon County phone directory court listings will point you to the right clerk for any questions about access.

FOIA Requests in Roscommon County

Anyone can request public records from Roscommon County under the Michigan Freedom of Information Act, MCL 15.231-15.246. You do not need to live in Michigan. The county has 5 business days to respond. Standard copy fees are $0.10 per page. Electronic files cost the price of the media. If the total cost goes past $50, the county can require a deposit.

Send FOIA requests to the Roscommon County Clerk at 500 Lake Street, Roscommon, MI 48653. You can call (989) 275-5923 to check on the status of your request. Fee waivers are available if you can show low income or that the records serve a public interest. If the county denies your request, you have 180 days to appeal through the Office of the Ombudsman or Circuit Court. The Roscommon County phone directory is a helpful tool for finding the right contact for FOIA in each department.

Roscommon County Criminal Background Searches

The ICHAT system from the Michigan State Police runs criminal background checks statewide. It costs $10. You need a full name and date of birth. Results show Michigan convictions and sex offender status. ICHAT does not cover other states.

For Roscommon County phone directory searches related to criminal history, MiCOURT adds more detail. You can see individual case records from the 34th Circuit Court and 82nd District Court. That includes charges, plea entries, sentencing info, and case status. Between ICHAT and MiCOURT, you get a good view of someone's criminal record in Roscommon County. Results from ICHAT are valid for 30 days and can be saved as a PDF.

Note: Arrests that did not lead to a conviction are not included in ICHAT results.

Roscommon Phone Directory for Vital Records

If you need birth, death, marriage, or divorce records from Roscommon County, the County Clerk is your first stop. The MDHHS Vital Records office in Lansing is another option. The state charges $34 for the first copy and $16 for extras. You can order online through VitalChek, by mail, or in person at 333 S. Grand Avenue in Lansing.

County-level copies from the Roscommon County phone directory office tend to be cheaper and sometimes faster if you can visit in person. Marriage licenses are also issued here. Bring valid ID and the $20 fee. Michigan has a three-day waiting period unless waived by a judge. The clerk can tell you if the record you need is on file before you pay.

Nearby Counties in the Phone Directory

Roscommon County sits in the north-central part of the Lower Peninsula. Searches that cross county lines may require checking records in a neighboring county too.