Crawford County Criminal History

Crawford County criminal history records are handled by the county clerk and court system in Grayling. This northern Michigan county maintains criminal case files through its circuit and probate courts. You can search Crawford County records online through MiCOURT for free, or run a statewide check using ICHAT for $10. The clerk's office at 200 W Michigan Ave takes walk-in and mail requests. This page explains all the ways to find criminal history records in Crawford County, including the fees, FOIA process, and how Michigan's expungement law may affect search results.

Crawford County Clerk Records

County Clerk Sandra D. McKenna manages the office at 200 W Michigan Ave, Grayling, MI 49738. Call 989-348-3200 for general questions. The clerk stores criminal case files from the circuit court and handles copy requests. Walk-in visits are welcome during business hours.

Standard copies cost $1 per page in Crawford County. Certified copies are $10 plus $1 for each page after the first. For mail requests, include the full name of the person you are searching, any case numbers, and a check or money order payable to the Crawford County Clerk. The clerk can look up records by name or case number. Under MCL 28.241a, criminal history records include arrest data, convictions, and case dispositions from the court system.

Bring a valid photo ID if you visit in person.

Crawford County Court System

The circuit court handles felony cases in Crawford County. Call 989-344-3260 for circuit court records. This court processes serious criminal matters from drug charges and theft to assault and other felonies. The courthouse is in Grayling. The probate court handles juvenile matters and can be reached at 989-344-3237. Under MCL 712A.28, juvenile records are sealed and not part of the public record.

Search Crawford County court records for free through MiCOURT. This statewide tool covers circuit and district court records. You can search by name or case number. MiCOURT shows charges, hearing dates, and case outcomes. It does not show the full text of court orders or sealed records. For complete documents, contact the clerk. Crawford County has a small caseload compared to urban counties, so searches tend to be straightforward.

Search Crawford County Criminal History Online

The ICHAT system from Michigan State Police runs criminal history checks across all Michigan counties for $10 per search. ICHAT covers felonies and serious misdemeanors, including Crawford County cases. It does not show minor misdemeanors or traffic violations. Enter a name and date of birth to search.

The OTIS system is free and tracks people in state prison or on parole. Search by name to check on someone sentenced from Crawford County courts. OTIS shows offense type, sentence length, and release date information.

The Michigan State Police manage the ICHAT system and several other criminal history tools used statewide.

The Sex Offender Registry lets you search for registered offenders in Crawford County by name or location. It is free and open to anyone. The MSP Criminal History page explains all the background check options available to the public.

FOIA for Crawford County Records

Police reports and law enforcement records from Crawford County can be requested through FOIA. Under MCL 15.231, you can request records from the Crawford County Sheriff, Grayling police, or local MSP posts. FOIA does not cover court records. Those go through the clerk under Michigan Court Rule 8.119.

Write to the agency with your name, address, and a description of the records you need. Agencies have five business days to respond, with a ten-day extension if needed. Copy fees are typically $0.10 per page. MCL 15.234 allows fee waivers on the first $20 for indigent requestors. Use the MSP FOIA portal for state police records.

Crawford County Expungement Information

Michigan's Clean Slate law affects Crawford County criminal history records. Under MCL 780.621, certain misdemeanors are automatically expunged after seven years and certain felonies after ten. The state police run the automatic process. Records that qualify are removed from ICHAT, MiCOURT, and clerk databases.

Not every crime qualifies. MCL 780.621g excludes assaultive crimes, sex offenses, and offenses punishable by ten or more years. The Clean Slate page from MSP has full details. Crawford County residents can petition the circuit court in Grayling for early expungement of eligible records before the automatic timeline kicks in.

Nearby Counties

Counties bordering Crawford County in northern Michigan.