DEARBORN HEIGHTS · PUBLIC-RECORDS TRANSPARENCY GRADE
A
20/24
Dearborn Heights gets an A.
Wayne County runs the largest unified court system in Michigan — full Odyssey digitization since 2018, free public docket search, public booking data, and a NextRequest portal that adds accountability the state FOIA process lacks. The drag is statewide: MI FOIA has no real fulfillment deadline.
Note: County-level grade from Wayne County applies — no separate city grade yet computed for Dearborn Heights.
COMPUTED 2026-06-14 02:28 UTC · SCORE 20/24
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FBI.gov
FBI Wanted
U.S. Courts
BOP Inmate Locator
STATUS LEGEND: LIVE = HTTP 200-399 · WARN = 4xx · DEAD = 5xx · PENDING = checker could not reach (may still be live in browser)
Sources checked
- → https://www.fbi.gov [LIVE · HTTP 206 · 2026-06-14 02:12 UTC]
- → https://www.fbi.gov/wanted [LIVE · HTTP 206 · 2026-06-14 02:12 UTC]
- → https://www.uscourts.gov/ [LIVE · HTTP 206 · 2026-06-14 02:12 UTC]
- → https://www.bop.gov/inmateloc/ [LIVE · HTTP 200 · 2026-06-14 02:12 UTC]
Method: Live source health verified against official government portals at the timestamp shown. Grade computed from a six-criterion rubric (records access, fees, turnaround, e-filing, mugshot policy, body-cam release). How we grade →
Live · FBI Most Wanted · MI Field Offices (Statewide)
Currently Wanted by the FBI
Active FBI cases from the MI field office (statewide). Data: api.fbi.gov, refreshed every 6 hours.
Wanted
DARREN ANTHONY ROBINSON
Wanted
KELLY BOYCE-HURLBERT
Wanted
BAOXIA LIU
Wanted
CATHERINE BARBARA DAVIDSON
Source: FBI.gov · Wanted
Live · NCMEC Missing Children · MI
Children Missing From Michigan (Statewide)
Active Michigan cases from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (statewide feed). Refreshed every 6 hours.
Ajanae Woodard (MI)
Tasia Keaton (MI)
Noble Cunningham (MI)
Omunique Greer (MI)
Stephon Lundberg (MI)
Adalynn Morrissey-Shumaker (MI)
Source: NCMEC · National Center for Missing & Exploited Children · If you have information, call 1-800-THE-LOST (1-800-843-5678).
Live · Updated Daily
Recent Michigan Court Cases
Most recent Michigan court filings indexed across districts and counties.
| Docket | Parties | Indexed |
|---|---|---|
| BANKRUPTCY 23-42791-mlo | Equeilla Sledge | 06/13/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 23-51405-mlo | Kenneth Scott Lanahan | 06/13/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-46808-prh | Maryorie Vera Pena | 06/13/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-46801-tjt | Carl B Whetstone | 06/13/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-46802-mar | Alex Benjamin Herring, III | 06/13/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-46803-tjt | Ariane McAfee | 06/13/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-46804-tjt | Henry Lee Kelsey | 06/13/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-46805-lsg | Leonard Ivan Payne | 06/13/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-20717-dob | James John Fitrakis and Christina Marie Fitrakis | 06/13/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-46806-lsg | Thomas A. Barber | 06/13/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-46807-lsg | Brandon C. Harris | 06/13/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-45571-tjt | Debra A. Bonner | 06/13/2026 |
Cited Answers · Verified Sources · County-level FAQ — applies to all of Wayne County
Common Questions
Answers verified against official agency websites and state statutes. Note: County-level FAQ — applies to all of Wayne County. No city-specific FAQ is available yet — the answers below apply to the broader jurisdiction.
How do I check if there's an active warrant in Detroit?▼
To check for an active warrant in Detroit, MI (Wayne County), contact the Detroit Police Department at 1301 Third Street, Detroit, MI 48226 (313-596-2200), or the Wayne County Sheriff's Office at 1231 St. Antoine Street, Detroit, MI 48226 (313-224-2222). Some active warrants are posted at https://wcsheriff.com/. Court bench warrants appear in the 36th District Court (https://www.36thdistrictcourt.org/) and Wayne County Circuit Court records, searchable at https://micourt.courts.michigan.gov/. The MSP holds the LEIN warrant database, restricted to law enforcement. Michigan FOIA (MCL 15.231) governs disclosure. Sources: Detroit PD (https://detroitmi.gov/departments/police-department), Wayne County Sheriff (https://wcsheriff.com/).
How do I look up an arrest in Southgate?▼
To look up an arrest in Southgate, MI (Wayne County), contact the Southgate Police Department at 14400 Dix Toledo Road, Southgate, MI 48195 (734-258-3035), which releases arrest reports under Michigan FOIA (MCL 15.231). The Wayne County Sheriff's Office Inmate Search at https://wcsheriff.com/ shows anyone booked into the Wayne County Jail after Southgate PD transfers them. Court charges tied to arrests appear in the 28th District Court (https://www.27th-28thdistrictcourt.org/) and Wayne County Circuit Court records, searchable at https://micourt.courts.michigan.gov/. The MSP ICHAT statewide criminal history is at https://apps.michigan.gov/ichat/. Sources: Southgate PD (https://www.southgatemi.gov/), Wayne County Sheriff (https://wcsheriff.com/).
How do I look up an arrest in Detroit?▼
To look up an arrest in Detroit, MI (Wayne County), the Detroit Police Department Records Section at 1301 Third Street, Detroit, MI 48226 (313-596-2200) releases arrest reports under Michigan FOIA (MCL 15.231). The Wayne County Sheriff's Office Inmate Search at https://wcsheriff.com/ shows current detainees at the William Dickerson Detention Facility and other Wayne County jails. Court charges tied to arrests appear in the 36th District Court (https://www.36thdistrictcourt.org/) and Wayne County Circuit Court (https://www.3rdcc.org/) records, searchable at https://micourt.courts.michigan.gov/. Sources: Detroit PD (https://detroitmi.gov/departments/police-department), Wayne County Sheriff (https://wcsheriff.com/).
Where can I find information about what a public information officer is?▼
Detroit, MI public information officer (PIO) role: A PIO is a designated communications officer for a public agency, handling press inquiries and FOIA coordination. Michigan FOIA (MCL §15.231 http://www.legislature.mi.gov/(S())/mileg.aspx?page=getObject&objectName=mcl-Act-442-of-1976) requires designated FOIA Coordinator. Detroit PD PIO via Detroit Police (https://detroitmi.gov/departments/police-department). City of Detroit FOIA office (https://detroitmi.gov/departments/law-department/submit-foia-request). Michigan Press Association (https://www.michiganpress.org/) for journalism resources. National Information Officers Association (https://www.nicb.org/) for PIO training.
How do I run a background check in Dearborn?▼
Dearborn, MI (Wayne County) background check: Michigan State Police ICHAT (https://apps.michigan.gov/ICHAT/) — $10 name-based instant, MCL §28.273 (http://www.legislature.mi.gov/(S())/mileg.aspx?page=getObject&objectName=mcl-28-273). Fingerprint check $30 via IdentoGO Michigan (https://www.identogo.com/locations/michigan). Dearborn PD records (https://www.cityofdearborn.org/government/departments/police). Wayne County Sheriff jail (https://www.waynecounty.com/elected/sheriff/inmate-search.aspx). Court records: Michigan One Court of Justice (https://courts.michigan.gov/case-search/) free name search. FBI Identity History Summary $18. Michigan FOIA (MCL §15.231). Ban-the-box: Michigan Public Act 84 of 2018.
How do I get a criminal background check in Detroit?▼
Detroit criminal background check via Michigan State Police Internet Criminal History Access Tool (ICHAT) (https://apps.michigan.gov/ICHAT/) — $10 name-based instant search, MCL §28.273 (http://www.legislature.mi.gov/(S())/mileg.aspx?page=getObject&objectName=mcl-28-273). Fingerprint check $30 via IdentoGO Michigan (https://www.identogo.com/locations/michigan). Detroit Police records (https://detroitmi.gov/departments/police-department/detroit-police-department-records-and-reports). Wayne County Sheriff jail (https://www.waynecounty.com/elected/sheriff/inmate-search.aspx). Court records: Michigan One Court of Justice (https://courts.michigan.gov/case-search/) — free name search across trial courts. Federal: PACER (https://pacer.uscourts.gov/). FBI Identity History Summary $18. Michigan FOIA (MCL §15.231). Ban-the-box: Michigan Public Act 84 of 2018 (state employment) and Detroit Ordinance 28-13.
📊 Public Data Sources for Dearborn Heights, MI
Aggregated from federal agencies (DOJ, FBI, EPA, IRS, CFPB, HHS-OIG, FDIC, NPPES) and local arrest feeds. All sources public-domain.
🔎 Crime Data & Public Safety Sources
Direct lookups · Dearborn Heights, MI · external links open in new tab
Official Crime Statistics & Registries
.GOVFBI Crime Data Explorer
Official UCR / NIBRS crime stats for MI
.GOVNSOPW (Sex Offender Registry)
DOJ — search all 50 state registries
.GOVBureau of Justice Statistics
DOJ's primary criminal-justice data agency
.GOVCDC WISQARS
Injury, violence & fatality stats by county
.GOVUS Marshals 15 Most Wanted
Federal fugitives
.GOVATF Most Wanted
Firearms, arson & explosives fugitives
Interactive Crime Maps
Federal Agency Lookups (MI)
.GOVEPA ECHO
Environmental violations & enforcement by facility
.GOVNPPES NPI Registry
Search healthcare providers in MI
.GOVFDIC BankFind
FDIC-insured banks in MI
.GOVCFPB Consumer Complaints
Financial-product complaints database
.GOVOFAC Sanctions Search
US Treasury sanctions list
.GOVSEC EDGAR
Public-company filings in MI
.GOVIRS Tax-Exempt Search
501(c)(3) nonprofit lookups
.GOVUS Census Bureau
Demographics & statistics for MI
📰 Recent Federal Law Enforcement News 8 items
Statewide (MI) — federal-news feed scoped to state
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🏥 Healthcare Providers (NPPES) 8
City of Dearborn Heights, MI
| Name | City |
|---|---|
| CHRISTOPHER HERMANN | DEARBORN HEIGHTS |
| BRIAN FROL | DEARBORN HEIGHTS |
| GARY GAZELLA | DEARBORN HEIGHTS |
| ARBOR LANE FAMILY PHYSICIANS PLC | DEARBORN HEIGHTS |
| DEBORAH HAMBY | DEARBORN HEIGHTS |
| NELSON PONT | DEARBORN HEIGHTS |
| COMPREHENSIVE REHAB SERVICES, INC. | DEARBORN HEIGHTS |
| PHILIP KRESCH | DEARBORN HEIGHTS |
🏭 EPA Regulated Facilities 8
| Facility | City |
|---|---|
| TRINITY TRANSPORTATION-DEARBORN HEIGHTS | DEARBORN HEIGHTS |
| TAYLOR ELECTRIC MOTOR SERVICE INC | DEARBORN HEIGHTS |
| EDWARD SPYRKA DDS R C | DEARBORN HEIGHTS |
| KORTE'S COLLISION | DEARBORN HEIGHTS |
| X-TREME CUSTOMS INC | DEARBORN HEIGHTS |
| SPEEDWAY LLC | DEARBORN HEIGHTS |
| FAMILY DOLLAR STORES | DEARBORN HEIGHTS |
| THE ARMORED GROUP LLC | DEARBORN HEIGHTS |
💰 CFPB Consumer Complaints 6
Statewide (MI) — CFPB data not available below state level
| Date | Company | Issue |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-21 | TRANSUNION INTERMEDIAT | Problem with a company's investigati |
| 2026-05-21 | TRANSUNION INTERMEDIAT | Incorrect information on your report |
| 2026-05-21 | TRANSUNION INTERMEDIAT | Improper use of your report |
| 2026-05-21 | PNC Bank N.A. | Closing an account |
| 2026-05-21 | ALLY FINANCIAL INC. | Took or threatened to take negative |
| 2026-05-20 | Experian Information S | Incorrect information on your report |
⛔ HHS-OIG Excluded Individuals 8
City of Dearborn Heights, MI
| Name | Type |
|---|---|
| DENTAL HEALTH CARE CLINICS INC | 1128a1 |
| YOUSSEF BAKRI | 1128a1 |
| NABIL CHEHADEH | 1128a3 |
| LAMA ELHORR | 1128a1 |
| HAYTHAM FAKIH | 1128a1 |
| LINDA FAWAZ | 1128a3 |
| KHALIL MACKIE | 1128a1 |
| MAHMOUD MAKKI | 1128a1 |
🎗 IRS Tax-Exempt Nonprofits 8
City of Dearborn Heights, MI
🏛️ Latest Government Feeds 12
Direct from MI state + federal sources · no aggregators
doj_news
Federal Judge Sentences Serial Illegal Alien After He Was Convicted of Serious Sexual, Kidnapping, and Gun Crimes in Michigan
Jun 12, 2026
doj_news
United States Attorney Jerome F. Gorgon, Jr. Honors Six First Responders for Their Exceptional Acts of Bravery
Jun 11, 2026
doj_news
Department of Justice indicts eight conspirators who threatened University of Michigan officials, businesses, and the Jewish Federation
Jun 10, 2026
doj_news
Federal Jury Convicts Grand Rapids Man Involved in Interstate Drug Trafficking Through U.S. Mail
Jun 8, 2026
doj_news
Feds charge foreign nationals working at the National Institutes of Health with smuggling monkeypox into the United States and lying about it
Jun 2, 2026
FBI Field Office
Feds Charge Foreign Nationals Working at the National Institutes of Health with Smuggling Monkeypox Into the United States and Lying About It
Jun 2, 2026
Federal Circuit
QUOTE – Furniture procurement, delivery & installation – Cincinnati, OH
Jun 11, 2026
Federal Agency
FTC Files Contempt Motion Against Amare Global and Three Individuals Over Unsubstantiated Health Claims
Jun 12, 2026
Sources: state appellate courts, state AGs, DOJ, SEC, FTC, FDA, DOL, Federal Reserve, OCC, and more. Direct from .gov — never aggregated.
Recent News in Dearborn Heights
Public-safety and law-enforcement headlines relevant to this area.
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Dearborn Heights Police unveil first Arabic uniform patch in US
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Dearborn Heights Police Department sued over alleged ‘violent’ sexual misconduct by former sergeant
A lawsuit has been filed against the Dearborn Heights Police Department over alleged violent sexual misconduct by a former sergeant. (Darrius , Copyright 2025 by WDIV ...
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Dearborn Heights Police Department trots out 'optional patch' featuring Arabic and English text
The Dearborn Heights Police Department in Michigan announced an "optional patch" that included text in both Arabic and English. But then the department's Facebook page, in a follow…
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Attorney describes ‘pervasive’ sexual misconduct claims in lawsuit against Dearborn Heights police
DEARBORN HEIGHTS, Mich. – An attorney who filed a lawsuit against Dearborn Heights police described allegations of “pervasive” sexual misconduct with the department. “We filed a ci…
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Michigan police department faces swift backlash over proposed Arabic-language badge
A Michigan police department sparked widespread outrage after recently unveiling — and then quickly deleting — a proposed new uniform patch for cops that was written in Arabic. The…