Children are allowed, but may be asked to leave if they misbehave.
Earliest records are incomplete and difficult to read.
An heir is defined as any relative of a deceased individual. Heirs must supply a certified death certificate when requesting a copy. This policy is in compliance with MCL 333.2882. Most divorce records prior to 1900 are at the State Archives. For additional local and state government records with potential genealogical value, see the Archival Circulars for records maintained at the State Archives.