Small staff does not allow for genealogy assistance, including lifting index and record books. An heir is defined as any relative of a deceased individual. Heirs must supply the date and place of death of the registrant when requesting a copy. This policy is in accordance with MCL 333.2882. Death records are available to the public.
Marriage records are available to the public.
Divorce records are available to the public. Same fees as listed for divorce records above. Please call before visiting or mailing fees to confirm hours and other specifics. This information is current to October 1999. If you find differences between the information here and the practices or holdings of the County Clerk's office, please ask the Clerk to inform the State Archives about needed revisions.