Gogebic County Criminal Court Records

Gogebic County criminal court records are maintained by the County Clerk in Bessemer, Michigan. The 32nd Circuit Court handles felony criminal cases for the county. The district court handles misdemeanors and other lower-level matters. You can request Gogebic County criminal court records in person at the courthouse, by mail, or by email to the clerk's office. The clerk also accepts requests via email at efile@gogebic.gov for certain types of records.

Gogebic County Clerk and Court Location

The Gogebic County Clerk's office is at the Gogebic County Courthouse, 200 N. Moore Street in Bessemer. Clerk Erin Bunt heads the office. The mailing address is the same, and the office is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM. The office closes midday for lunch. Contact the clerk at (906) 663-4518 or by email at efile@gogebic.gov.

The 32nd Circuit Court in Gogebic County handles felony criminal cases. The District Court (98-1) handles misdemeanors and arraignments; that court's number is (906) 663-4611. Both courts are at the Gogebic County Courthouse. Gogebic County is in the Upper Peninsula, which means it follows Central Time. When calling the courthouse or planning a visit, keep the time zone in mind if you are calling from outside the UP.

How to Search Gogebic County Criminal Court Records

For online searches, use MiCOURT at micourt.courts.michigan.gov. This is the free statewide tool. Search by name or case number to find docket entries and case status for 32nd Circuit Court and district court cases. Not all older cases appear online, but it is the right starting point. Results show party names, hearing dates, and basic case information.

For in-person searches, visit the Gogebic County Courthouse at 200 N. Moore Street in Bessemer. Bring a name or case number. Staff can pull files and make paper copies during business hours. Note the midday break from noon to 1:00 PM when the office is closed. Plan to arrive before noon or after 1:00 PM.

Mail requests go to Gogebic County Clerk, 200 N. Moore St., Bessemer, MI 49911. Email requests can be sent to efile@gogebic.gov. Include the full name of the party, the approximate year, and what type of criminal record you need. The clerk will respond with the cost before processing.

The Gogebic County government website at gogebic.gov is the main portal for county services, including the clerk's office and court information in Bessemer.

32nd Circuit Court Criminal Cases

The 32nd Circuit Court handles all felony criminal matters filed in Gogebic County. Felony charges include serious crimes like aggravated assault, drug trafficking, burglary, weapons offenses, and other major criminal matters. The circuit court file contains the complete record: charging documents, motions, plea agreements or trial transcripts, sentencing orders, and probation conditions if applicable.

Circuit court records in Gogebic County are public under MCR 8.119 unless a judge has sealed them. The clerk's office can provide paper copies for $1.00 per page. Certified copies carry an additional $10.00 certification fee per document. For FOIA requests about county government operations, those go to a separate FOIA coordinator, not to the court clerk. Court files specifically are not subject to FOIA.

The Gogebic County Clerk's Office page at gogebic.gov lists services, contact details, and procedures for requesting court records in Bessemer.

Record Fees and Procedures

Standard copies at the Gogebic County Clerk cost $1.00 per page. Certified copies add $10.00 per document. Fees for vital records are set separately: birth and death certificates run $10 for the first copy and $5 for each additional copy. Marriage licenses cost $20 for residents and $30 for non-residents, though those are not criminal court records. For criminal court record fees, call the clerk at (906) 663-4518 for a specific estimate.

Search fees under MCL 15.234 may apply when staff must spend significant time locating records without a case number. Include a money order or check when submitting by mail. Do not send cash. Allow extra time for archived or older cases.

The 32nd Circuit Court page at gogebic.gov covers court procedures, filing information, and how to access criminal case records in Gogebic County.

Online Search and Criminal History Tools

Beyond MiCOURT, you can run a name-based criminal history search through the Michigan State Police ICHAT system at michigan.gov/ichat. Each ICHAT search costs $10. Results come back quickly and show arrests and convictions from agencies statewide, including Gogebic County. This is separate from a court case file search and gives a broader picture of someone's criminal history.

Some courts in Michigan participate in MiFILE, the state's electronic filing system. Check the available courts list to see if Gogebic County courts accept electronic filings or offer online document access through that system.

Legal Resources for Gogebic County

Michigan Legal Help at michiganlegalhelp.org covers all 83 Michigan counties including Gogebic. It has free guides on court records, expungement under Clean Slate, and criminal case procedures. For state police records, the MSP FOIA portal is at michigan.gov/msp/services/foia. Under MCL 28.241a, criminal history records include personal identifiers and reported arrests, charges, and convictions.

Cities in Gogebic County

Gogebic County is in the western Upper Peninsula. The county seat of Bessemer and the city of Ironwood are the main communities. Neither has a dedicated city page on this site. Criminal court records for the area are handled through the Gogebic County Clerk and the courts at 200 N. Moore Street in Bessemer.

Nearby Counties

These counties are adjacent to Gogebic County. Check the appropriate county if a case was filed elsewhere.