Livonia Felony Records
Livonia felony records are maintained by the 16th District Court and the Wayne County Circuit Court, which handle all criminal cases filed in this Wayne County city. Whether you need to look up a case by name, check a criminal history, or get copies of court documents, Livonia has several search paths available. Felony cases start at the 16th District Court on Five Mile Road before moving to the Wayne County Circuit Court for trial and sentencing. This page covers how to search Livonia felony records, what information is available, and where to go for in-person access or certified copies.
Livonia Overview
16th District Court - Livonia
The 16th District Court at 32765 Five Mile Road is where all felony preliminary examinations take place for cases arising in Livonia. The court handles misdemeanor criminal matters, felony preliminary hearings, traffic cases, and civil suits up to $25,000. Felony cases bound over after examination move from the 16th District Court to the Wayne County Circuit Court in Detroit for trial and sentencing.
You can reach the 16th District Court at (734) 466-2500. The court is open Monday through Friday during standard business hours. Public access terminals at the courthouse let you search case records in person. You can also use the statewide MiCOURT portal to look up cases online at no cost. For certified copies or full case file review, visit the court clerk and bring a photo ID along with the name or case number you are searching. Copy fees apply for each page.
Cases involving the Holmes Youthful Trainee Act (HYTA) are not public records and will not appear in standard searches. Drug cases dismissed under MCL 333.7411 are also restricted from public view. These restrictions apply at the 16th District Court just as they do at all Michigan courts.
| Court | 16th District Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 32765 Five Mile Road, Livonia, MI 48154 |
| Phone | (734) 466-2500 |
| Case Search | MiCOURT Case Search |
Wayne County Circuit Court (3rd Circuit)
Livonia felony cases that pass the preliminary examination at the 16th District Court move to the Wayne County Circuit Court, the 3rd Judicial Circuit, at 2 Woodward Ave in Detroit. This court handles all felony trials, plea hearings, and sentencing for cases from Wayne County, including Livonia. The circuit court clerk can be reached at (313) 224-5257.
Wayne County Circuit Court case records are searchable online through the Odyssey public access portal at cmspublic.3rdcc.org. Search by defendant name or case number to see charges, hearing dates, and case status. The MiCOURT portal also covers Wayne County and gives free access to case data across Michigan courts. For certified copies or full file review, visit the circuit court clerk in Detroit during regular business hours.
How to Search Livonia Felony Records
There are several ways to find felony records in Livonia. Online tools are fast for basic lookups. In-person visits work best when you need certified copies or want to review a full case file.
The Michigan State Police ICHAT system is the official statewide criminal history database. It searches all Michigan courts for felony convictions and open cases. Each search costs $10 and needs a full legal name and date of birth. Results come back quickly and cover all Michigan felony history, not just Livonia or Wayne County. ICHAT is the most complete tool for a thorough check.
The MiCOURT case search portal lets you search court records for free. You can look up cases by name or case number and see charges, court dates, and case status. This is a good free first step before paying for ICHAT. For Wayne County Circuit Court cases, the Odyssey portal at cmspublic.3rdcc.org gives direct access to 3rd Circuit records and is updated regularly.
For in-person searches in Livonia, go to the 16th District Court at 32765 Five Mile Road for district court and preliminary exam records. For felony trial and sentencing records, go to the Wayne County Circuit Court at 2 Woodward Ave in Detroit. Bring a photo ID and the full name of the person you are searching. Staff at either court can check the local system and pull files from storage.
Livonia City Resources for Felony Records
The City of Livonia website at livonia.gov provides links to city departments, including the Livonia Police Department and City Clerk, both useful for public records requests.
This screenshot shows the City of Livonia portal at livonia.gov, a starting point for finding the Livonia Police Department FOIA contacts, city clerk services, and city-level records information alongside the court resources described on this page.
The Livonia Police Department is at 15050 Farmington Road and can be reached for non-emergency matters at (734) 466-2470. For FOIA requests related to police reports and arrest records, contact the department directly. The Livonia City Clerk at 33000 Civic Center Drive, phone (734) 466-2236, handles certain city record requests as well. Court records and police records are separate systems, so you may need to contact both to get a full picture of a case.
What Livonia Felony Records Contain
A Livonia felony case file includes the charging documents, all motions and court filings, hearing transcripts, plea agreements, jury verdicts, and sentencing orders. The file covers the full case from initial arraignment through final disposition and any appeals filed with the circuit court.
Court records typically show the defendant's full name and date of birth, the specific criminal charges filed, the date the case opened, the judge assigned, each docket entry with its date and description, the final verdict or plea entered, and the sentence imposed. If restitution was ordered, the amount appears in the judgment. Probation terms and special conditions are also listed. Some documents may be sealed by court order. Personal victim information is often redacted before copies go out to the public.
Public access to these records is governed by Michigan court rules and the Freedom of Information Act under MCL 15.231. Most felony case files are public. Juvenile records are not public and require a court order to access.
Michigan DOC Offender Search (OTIS)
If a Livonia felony case led to a state prison sentence, the Michigan Department of Corrections tracks that offender in its online system. The Offender Tracking Information System, called OTIS, lets you search for people who are currently in prison or who were previously incarcerated in Michigan. You can find where a person is held, their earliest release date, and their commitment offense.
Search the OTIS database at michigan.gov/corrections/services/otis. OTIS is free and does not need registration. Search by name or prisoner number. OTIS only covers people sentenced to state prison. People serving time in county jail or on probation will not appear. For those cases, check the court records at the 16th District Court or the Wayne County Circuit Court.
Expungement of Livonia Felony Records
Michigan's Clean Slate law gives Livonia residents a path to clearing felony convictions. Under MCL 780.621, you can petition to set aside a felony conviction after meeting the waiting period that starts when your sentence, probation, or parole ends. The wait depends on the offense type and your overall conviction history.
The 2021 Clean Slate amendments under MCL 780.621g added automatic expungement for some lower-level felonies. After enough time passes with no new conviction, eligible cases may clear without any court filing. Serious violent felonies, crimes against minors, traffic offenses causing death or injury, and certain other categories are not eligible. For offenses that do not qualify for automatic expungement, you must petition the Wayne County Circuit Court.
To file a petition in Livonia, submit it to the Wayne County Circuit Court clerk at 2 Woodward Ave in Detroit. The prosecutor's office receives notice and may respond. Michigan Legal Help has free guides and forms for the expungement process. A Livonia-area attorney can help you determine whether your conviction qualifies and guide you through the filing steps.
FOIA Requests for Livonia Records
The Michigan Freedom of Information Act under MCL 15.231 gives the public the right to request records from government agencies. In Livonia, FOIA requests for police reports and arrest records go to the Livonia Police Department at 15050 Farmington Road. For court records not available through online search, contact the 16th District Court clerk or the Wayne County Circuit Court clerk directly.
Agencies must respond to FOIA requests within five business days, with possible extensions. Fees may apply for search time and copying. Write your request as specifically as possible: include the person's full name, the type of record needed, and the approximate date range. Vague requests take longer and may cost more to process. Standard court records request forms are available through the Michigan courts website at courts.michigan.gov.
Nearby Cities
These nearby Michigan cities also have felony records pages with local court and search information.
Wayne County Felony Records
Livonia is in Wayne County, and all Livonia felony cases are processed through the Wayne County court system. For full county-level information on courts, search tools, fees, and resources, visit the Wayne County felony records page.