Find Criminal Court Records in Troy
Troy criminal court records are maintained at the Oakland County Circuit Court for felony cases and at district courts for misdemeanor matters. This page covers how to search and obtain criminal court records tied to Troy, Michigan, including how to use the Troy Police Records Unit for incident reports, access the Oakland County CLEMIS system for accident reports, and use statewide tools like MiCOURT and ICHAT to look up criminal case history.
Troy Overview
Courts That Handle Troy Criminal Cases
Troy is in Oakland County, so felony criminal cases go to the Oakland County Circuit Court, which is the 6th Judicial Circuit. The Circuit Court tries all felony charges and serves as the general trial court for serious criminal matters in the county. The court is located in Pontiac, the Oakland County seat, at 1200 N. Telegraph Rd.
Misdemeanor and civil infraction cases from Troy are handled at the local district court level. The 52nd District Court serves portions of Oakland County and handles lower-level criminal charges, traffic violations, and small claims. You can look up basic case info for both courts using the free MiCOURT search tool.
| Felony Court | Oakland County 6th Circuit Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 1200 N. Telegraph Rd., Pontiac, MI 48341 |
| Troy City Hall | 500 W Big Beaver Rd., Troy, MI 48084 |
| City Phone | (248) 524-3317 |
| City Website | troymi.gov |
Oakland County Circuit Court case files are the official record for Troy felonies. For expungement or record sealing matters, you must file in the court where the conviction occurred.
Troy District Court and Misdemeanor Records
Michigan district courts handle misdemeanor criminal cases, which are crimes punishable by up to one year in jail. These cases generate criminal court records that are public under MCR 8.119, the Michigan Court Rule that governs record access. Troy misdemeanor records are held at the relevant district court and can be searched through MiCOURT.
District court records in Troy typically include charging documents, plea records, sentencing details, and any probation orders. If a misdemeanor charge was dismissed or the person was acquitted, that still appears in the case file as a disposition. Only records that have been sealed by court order or expunged under Michigan's Clean Slate law are restricted from public view.
Michigan's MiFILE system handles electronic court filings in many Michigan courts. The available courts list shows which local courts participate. Electronic case records filed through MiFILE are accessible to registered users and attorneys involved in a case.
Searching Troy Criminal Court Records Online and In Person
The main free tool for searching Troy criminal court records is MiCOURT. Go to micourt.courts.michigan.gov and search by name, case number, or attorney name. The results show basic case info including party names, case type, filing date, and hearing schedule. Full documents are not always available online, but the index is useful for confirming whether a case exists.
For a statewide criminal history check, use ICHAT. The Michigan State Police runs this tool. It costs $10 per search and returns name-based results from MSP's criminal history database. This covers more than just court records and includes arrests and convictions reported by law enforcement agencies across Michigan.
To get certified copies of Troy-related felony case files, contact the Oakland County Circuit Court Clerk at 1200 N. Telegraph Rd., Pontiac, MI 48341. Call ahead to confirm current copy fees and what ID you need to bring. Written requests can also be mailed with a check or money order.
Troy Police Records Unit
Troy Police Department Records Unit is located at 500 W Big Beaver Rd., Troy, MI 48084. The non-emergency line is (248) 524-3443. For records-specific questions, you can also call the Records Unit directly. The Police Records page at troymi.gov has current information on how to submit a request and what forms you may need.
Police reports and incident records in Troy are subject to the Michigan Freedom of Information Act, MCL 15.231 et seq. You must submit a written FOIA request to get copies. The city has 5 business days to respond, with a possible 10-business-day extension for complex requests. Fees follow Michigan's FOIA fee schedule, with copy costs ranging from $0.10 to $1.00 per page depending on document type.
Accident reports from Troy are available through the Oakland County CLEMIS system at payments.clemis.org. CLEMIS serves Oakland County law enforcement agencies and provides online access to crash reports for a fee. You need the report number or the parties' names and incident date to search. Troy Police Department participates in CLEMIS, so many accident reports are available there without a FOIA request.
Note: Active investigation files and records that would endanger ongoing prosecutions may be withheld under FOIA exemptions even when a written request is submitted.
Getting Copies of Troy Criminal Records
Troy criminal court records come from two places depending on the charge type. Felony records are at the Oakland County Circuit Court in Pontiac. Misdemeanor records are at the local district court. For police department incident reports, submit a FOIA request to the Troy Police Records Unit.
The Troy City Clerk's office at 500 W Big Beaver Rd. handles general FOIA requests for city records. The City Clerk page at troymi.gov has request forms and information on how to file. Police-specific FOIA requests go to the Police Records Unit. Both follow the same 5-business-day response timeline under Michigan law.
For court copies, bring photo ID and the case number if possible. Certified court copies cost more than plain copies but are needed for legal proceedings. Ask the clerk what the current fee is for what you need. In some cases you can request copies by mail to avoid a trip to the courthouse in Pontiac.
Legal Resources in Troy
People dealing with Troy criminal court records have several resources available. Michigan Legal Help provides free online guides on court records, expungement, background checks, and how to navigate the FOIA process. It covers both court records under MCR 8.119 and agency records under MCL 15.231.
The Michigan State Police FOIA office handles requests for state police records related to Troy. Reach the MSP Records Resource Section at (517) 241-1934 or email MSPRecords@Michigan.gov. For a quick name-based criminal history check, ICHAT at michigan.gov/ichat costs $10 and runs statewide. It is a good first step before ordering official court copies.
Oakland County has legal aid resources for low-income residents. The Oakland County Bar Association runs a lawyer referral service. Michigan Legal Help can connect you to the nearest legal aid provider if you need in-person help with a criminal records matter in Troy.
Oakland County Criminal Court Records
Troy is in Oakland County. Felony cases from Troy are filed at the Oakland County 6th Circuit Court. The county page covers the Circuit Court, the county clerk, local fees, and all courts serving Oakland County residents.