St. Clair County Felony Records

St. Clair County felony records are handled by the 31st Circuit Court in Port Huron. The court maintains all felony criminal case files for the county and provides public access to those records. You can search St. Clair County felony records online through MiCOURT or visit the clerk's office in Port Huron to request copies of case documents and certified records.

St. Clair County 31st Circuit Court

The 31st Circuit Court in Port Huron handles all felony criminal matters for St. Clair County. Port Huron sits on the St. Clair River at the southern end of Lake Huron, across from Sarnia, Ontario. The circuit court clerk's office maintains felony case files and is the point of contact for records requests. Call (810) 985-2200 to reach the clerk's office.

St. Clair County has a population of about 160,000 and includes Port Huron as its main city. The county is part of the Blue Water Area in the southeastern Thumb region of Michigan. Common felony charges in St. Clair County include drug offenses, home invasion, assault, weapons charges, and property crimes. The court processes these cases from arraignment through sentencing, with the circuit court clerk maintaining the official file after bind-over.

Early felony proceedings like arraignment and preliminary examinations take place in district courts in St. Clair County. Once bound over, cases move to the 31st Circuit Court. The clerk's office can provide copies of records to any member of the public for a fee.

How to Search St. Clair County Felony Records

The MiCOURT public case search covers St. Clair County circuit court cases and is free to use. Search by party name or case number to find felony case information, charges, hearing dates, and case status. This is the best place to start your online search. The system is maintained by the Michigan Supreme Court and updated regularly.

The Michigan State Police ICHAT system provides a statewide criminal conviction search for $10 per name. ICHAT draws from the state criminal history repository and covers all Michigan counties. It is useful when you want a broader view of someone's Michigan felony record beyond just St. Clair County.

To get records in person, visit the 31st Circuit Court clerk's office in Port Huron. Call (810) 985-2200 to confirm current hours. Bring a full name and date of birth or case number to help locate the file. Staff can provide plain copies or certified copies. Certified copies cost more but are often needed for legal and administrative purposes.

What St. Clair County Felony Records Include

Felony case records from the 31st Circuit Court document the full criminal proceeding in St. Clair County. Records are public unless sealed by court order and include the charging document, all docket entries, attorney appearances, motions and rulings, plea agreements, and the judgment of sentence.

The judgment of sentence is the most requested document. It shows the charges, the conviction or acquittal, the sentence imposed, any fines and restitution, and conditions of probation. Certified copies of this document are available from the clerk's office. Pre-sentence investigation reports are generally restricted to parties and their attorneys.

The Michigan Courts website is the state's central portal for court information and online case search tools, covering all Michigan circuits including the 31st Circuit in St. Clair County.

This portal connects users to MiCOURT case search and provides contact information for all Michigan circuit courts including the 31st Circuit in Port Huron.

Expungement in St. Clair County

Michigan's expungement statute at MCL 780.621 allows qualifying individuals to petition to have felony convictions set aside. The 2021 Clean Slate law expanded eligibility for many nonviolent felonies. File the petition with the 31st Circuit Court in Port Huron.

The court sets a hearing date and notifies the prosecutor. The judge considers the nature of the offense and your conduct since. If granted, the conviction is removed from public records. Under MCL 780.621g, some convictions may qualify for automatic expungement. Visit Michigan Legal Help for free guides and forms.

FOIA and Public Access in St. Clair County

Under MCL 15.231, the St. Clair County 31st Circuit Court must respond to records requests within five business days. Submit a written FOIA request to the clerk's office in Port Huron. Most felony case records are available to the public. A fee applies for copies and research. Sealed records, juvenile cases, and protected victim information are restricted.

Cities in St. Clair County

St. Clair County includes Port Huron, Marine City, St. Clair, and other communities. No cities in the county currently meet the population threshold for a dedicated city page. All felony cases are processed by the 31st Circuit Court in Port Huron.

Nearby Counties

These counties are near St. Clair County. Each has its own circuit court for felony cases.