Warren Criminal Court Records
Warren criminal court records are filed at the 37th District Court on Common Road and at the Macomb County 16th Circuit Court for felony cases. Warren is the third-largest city in Michigan and sits in Macomb County. You can search Warren criminal cases online through MiCOURT, visit the 37th District Court in person, or contact the court by mail. This page covers how to access criminal case files, police reports, and related records in Warren.
Warren Overview
Courts That Handle Warren Criminal Cases
The 37th District Court at 8300 Common Rd. is the first stop for most criminal cases in Warren. It handles misdemeanor charges, civil infractions, traffic cases, and arraignments for all criminal matters including felonies. The phone number is (586) 574-4920. Misdemeanor cases are fully resolved here. Felony cases get a preliminary examination and then move up to the Macomb County 16th Circuit Court in Mount Clemens if probable cause is found.
The Macomb County 16th Circuit Court handles all felony cases and appeals from district courts in Macomb County. The clerk's office for the circuit court is at 40 N. Main St., Mount Clemens. The Macomb County Clerk's Office at macombgov.org maintains circuit court criminal records. You can contact that office for certified copies of felony case records.
| District Court | 37th District Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 8300 Common Rd., Warren, MI 48093 |
| Phone | (586) 574-4920 |
| Website | 37thdistrictcourt.org |
| Circuit Court | Macomb County 16th Circuit Court |
| City Website | cityofwarren.org |
37th District Court Records Access
The 37th District Court keeps records for all criminal cases it handles in Warren. These records are public under Michigan Court Rules MCR 8.119 unless a judge has ordered them sealed. Case files contain the complaint or citation, bond order, docket entries, and any sentencing records for resolved cases. Certified copies and regular copies are both available from the clerk's office.
The court's website at 37thdistrictcourt.org has forms, fee information, and contact details. You can call or visit the clerk's window during business hours to request copies. Bring the case number or the full name of the person on the case. Staff can search the system and tell you what is available. Some older records may have limited availability if they have been archived.
Warren residents can also use the MiCOURT statewide system to search cases at the 37th District Court for free before making a formal record request. This shows basic case status without requiring a trip to the courthouse.
How to Search Warren Criminal Court Records
MiCOURT at micourt.courts.michigan.gov/case-search/ is the best starting point for searching Warren criminal court records online. It covers both the 37th District Court and the Macomb County 16th Circuit Court. Search by name, case number, or attorney. The system shows case status, party names, docket entries, and hearing schedules. It is free and does not require registration.
For full documents or certified copies, you need to contact the court directly. Visit the 37th District Court at 8300 Common Rd. or call (586) 574-4920. For circuit court felony records, contact the Macomb County Clerk's Office. You can also submit a written request by mail if you cannot visit in person. Include the case number or party name, specify which documents you need, and send payment for the estimated copy cost.
The City of Warren's website at cityofwarren.org has department contacts including the police department for records requests.
Warren Police Records and FOIA
Warren Police Department records are available through FOIA requests under MCL 15.231. These include incident reports, arrest records, and other law enforcement documents. The Warren Police non-emergency line is (586) 574-4700. FOIA requests can be submitted in writing to the Police Department's FOIA Coordinator or through the city's records request process.
Michigan requires a response to FOIA requests within 5 business days. Extensions up to 10 more days are allowed for complex or large requests. Copy fees are between $0.10 and $1.00 per page, plus labor charges. The first $20 in fees is waived for qualifying indigent requesters who file a DIR-103 Affidavit under MCL 15.234. Keep in mind that police records and court records are separate. Court records come from the court clerk, not the police department.
To see which courts use the MiFILE electronic filing system, check the available courts list at mifile.courts.michigan.gov/availablecourts.
Record Fees and Request Procedures
Standard copy fees at the 37th District Court are approximately $1.00 per page. Certified copies that carry the court seal cost more. Call the court at (586) 574-4920 to confirm the current fee schedule before you visit. Payment is accepted in person by cash, check, or money order. Some courts also take credit cards, so ask when you call.
For ICHAT name-based criminal history searches, the fee is $10 per search at michigan.gov/ichat. This gives you a statewide snapshot of criminal history records maintained by the Michigan State Police. It covers arrests and convictions from participating agencies across Michigan, including Warren. It is useful as a starting point, but does not replace a complete court records search for specific case documents.
Mail requests to the 37th District Court should include the case number or party name and a check or money order for the copy fee. Do not send cash by mail. Call first to confirm the amount needed. Processing mail requests typically takes longer than in-person visits.
Legal Resources for Warren Residents
Michigan Legal Help at michiganlegalhelp.org offers free guides on criminal law topics including how to request records, understand charges, and apply for expungement. The Michigan Courts site at courts.michigan.gov has official forms and resources for people navigating the court system. The Macomb County Clerk's Office can assist with circuit court record requests for felony cases.
Note: If you are dealing with an active criminal case, consulting a licensed attorney is strongly recommended. The resources listed here are for general information and record access, not legal representation.
Macomb County Criminal Court Records
Warren is in Macomb County. Felony cases from Warren go to the Macomb County 16th Circuit Court. The county page has full details on the circuit court, county clerk's office, and how to access the complete range of Macomb County criminal court records.
Nearby Cities
Other cities near Warren in Macomb and Wayne counties also have criminal court records pages.