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Washtenaw County, Michigan — Public Records

Use this page to find court records, arrest records, and other public records in Washtenaw County.

⚡ At a Glance

  • County Clerk: Washtenaw County Courthouse, Michigan — Contact the clerk
  • Sheriff: Washtenaw County Sheriff's Office, Michigan
  • Online search: Michigan Courts — Case Search
  • County seat: Michigan, Michigan
How to use this page: Pick a section below.

Start here: Choose the type of record you need below.

What You Can Find Here

⚖️ Court case records
🔍 Sheriff arrest records and jail information
🏛️ Local court records
📋 Property and vital records contacts
What you will need:
  • Full name of the person or business
  • Case number, if you have one
  • Approximate date or location of the record

Court Records

The Washtenaw County County Clerk maintains records for cases filed in local courts. Office: Washtenaw County Courthouse, Michigan.

OfficeDetails
County ClerkWashtenaw County Courthouse, Michigan
PhoneContact the clerk
Online SearchMichigan Courts — Case Search
⚖️ Michigan Courts — Case Search 🏛️ Michigan Judiciary

Use the link above or call Contact the clerk.

Arrest Records

Arrest records in Washtenaw County come from the arresting agency. The Washtenaw County Sheriff's Office operates the county jail in Michigan.

AgencyLocation
Washtenaw County Sheriff's OfficeMichigan, Michigan
🔍 MSP — ICHAT 📋 Michigan State Police

Contact the Washtenaw County Sheriff for local arrest records.

Other Public Records

Washtenaw County maintains other public records through county offices in Michigan.

How to Request Records

In person: Visit Washtenaw County Courthouse, Michigan. Bring valid ID.

Online: Use Michigan Courts — Case Search.

By mail: Submit a request under Michigan's public records law. Call Contact the clerk.

About Washtenaw County

Washtenaw County is in Michigan, county seat: Michigan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Washtenaw County courthouse?
Washtenaw County Courthouse, Michigan. Call Contact the clerk.
Can I look up arrests online?
Contact the Sheriff in Michigan or use MSP — ICHAT.
How do I get a court record?
Search at Michigan Courts — Case Search or call Contact the clerk.
What courts does Washtenaw County have?
Local trial courts as part of the Michigan court system.
Is there a fee?
Many online searches are free. Certified copies may require a fee.
What this page does not show: Not all records are available online.

This page is a guide. All information comes from government sources.

Last updated: April 15, 2026