Iron County Bench Warrants
Bench warrant records in Iron County are managed by the 41st Circuit Court and the 95B District Court at the Iron County Courthouse in Crystal Falls. Iron County sits in Michigan's Upper Peninsula and shares its circuit court with Dickinson and Menominee Counties. To search for bench warrants in Iron County, you can use MiCOURT online, contact the court clerk at (906) 875-3221, or reach the Iron County Sheriff's Office. This page has all the details on where to look, who to contact, and how to clear an outstanding warrant.
Iron County Quick Facts
Iron County Courts and Warrants
The 41st Circuit Court handles felony criminal cases in Iron County. It shares jurisdiction with Dickinson and Menominee Counties. The Iron County location is at 2 South Sixth Street, Suite 9, Crystal Falls, MI 49920. Phone: (906) 875-3221. Judge Donald S. Powell presides over the circuit. When a defendant misses a felony hearing or violates probation, the judge issues a bench warrant that goes into the LEIN database.
The 95B District Court covers misdemeanor crimes, traffic cases, civil suits up to $25,000, and small claims. This court is shared with Dickinson County. The Iron County location is at 2 South Sixth Street, Crystal Falls, MI 49920. Phone: (906) 875-0659. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Central Time. Iron County is one of the few Michigan counties on Central Time, so keep that in mind when calling.
The court started using MiFILE for electronic filing on November 28, 2023. Attorneys are required to e-file. Self-represented people can use it but are not required to. For MiFILE support, email mifilesupport@courts.mi.gov.
Search Iron County Bench Warrants
The MiCOURT Case Search covers Iron County courts. Select the 41st Circuit Court or 95B District Court and search by name or case number. Look for docket entries that note a bench warrant or failure to appear. The tool is free and available around the clock.
For real-time warrant status, contact the Iron County Sheriff's Office at (906) 875-0650. They are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. They can check the LEIN system and tell you if a bench warrant is active. You will need the person's full name and date of birth.
Note: Iron County operates on Central Time, which is different from most of Michigan. Plan calls and visits accordingly.
Iron County Sheriff's Office
The Iron County Sheriff's Office is at 2 South Sixth Street, Suite 18, Crystal Falls, MI 49920. Sheriff Ryan Boehmke runs the department. He was born and raised in Iron County and has served in law enforcement since 2003, working as a patrol officer, drug treatment court officer, and jail administrator before becoming sheriff.
The office is staffed around the clock. For emergencies, call 911 or the alternate emergency line at (906) 875-6669. The jail can be reached at (906) 875-0651. If you want to turn yourself in on an Iron County bench warrant, call the sheriff first. They can tell you the bond amount and what the warrant is for. Handling it on your own schedule is better than getting picked up during a traffic stop.
Other law enforcement in Iron County includes the Crystal Falls Police at (906) 875-3012, Iron River Police at (906) 265-4321, and the Michigan State Police Iron Mountain Post at (906) 774-2122. Any of these agencies can arrest someone on an active bench warrant.
Bench Warrant Laws for Iron County
Under MCL 764.1, Michigan judges can issue warrants with probable cause. Bench warrants stem from the court's power to enforce its orders. MCL 764.15 lets any officer in the state carry them out. A bench warrant from Iron County can result in an arrest anywhere in Michigan.
Records are public under MCL 15.231. The Iron County Clerk, Julie Kezerle, handles record requests at the courthouse. The Prosecuting Attorney, Chad DeRouin, can be reached at (906) 875-6628 for case-related questions.
Iron County Warrant Resources
The Michigan Sheriffs' Association lists Iron County sheriff contact info and background. You can also check MiFILE for Iron County court availability and electronic filing options.
For free legal help, visit Michigan Legal Help or call the State Bar of Michigan referral service at (800) 968-0738. The Upper Peninsula Legal Aid office also serves Iron County residents who qualify.
Nearby Counties
Iron County is in the western Upper Peninsula. These neighboring counties share court resources and may be relevant for warrant searches.