Search Muskegon County Bench Warrants
Muskegon County bench warrants are issued by the 14th Circuit Court and the 60th District Court, both housed at 990 Terrace Street in Muskegon. The Hall of Justice is a central hub for nearly all court business in the county. The Muskegon County Sheriff also has offices in the same complex. Searching for bench warrant records here is helped by the county's online case search portal and the statewide MiCOURT system. This page covers every method for finding bench warrants in Muskegon County, from online tools to phone calls and in-person visits.
Muskegon County Warrant Facts
Muskegon County Circuit Court Warrants
The 14th Circuit Court handles felony bench warrants for Muskegon County. The court is at 990 Terrace Street, Muskegon, MI 49442. Phone is (231) 724-6251. Fax is (231) 724-8843. Hours run Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. The Circuit Court Records Office is on the 6th floor, Suite 600, at the same address. The court covers felony criminal cases, civil cases over $25,000, family division matters, appeals from district court, real property disputes, personal protection orders, and Business Court cases.
Records are available online for different case types depending on when they were filed. Family court cases go back to 2009. Criminal cases are in the system from 2013 forward. Civil cases start from 2014. Older records are stored off-site. Contact the records office at least 2 days in advance to request older files. You can file documents three ways: by mail to Circuit Court Records, 990 Terrace, 6th Floor, Muskegon MI 49442; through the drop box outside the Records Office on the 6th floor; or in person during business hours.
Copies cost $1 per page. Certified copies are $11 each, which is $10 for the certification plus $1 for the copy. The circuit court case search on MiCOURT lets you look up cases by name or case number. Jury services are handled at (231) 724-8825 with a hotline at (231) 724-6395.
60th District Court Bench Warrants
The 60th District Court is also at 990 Terrace Street, Muskegon, MI 49442. Phone is (231) 724-6283. Remote phone is (231) 724-6302. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. The court handles misdemeanor criminal offenses, civil cases up to $25,000, small claims up to $7,000, traffic violations, landlord-tenant disputes, and felony preliminary examinations. It issues arrest and search warrants, sets bail, and conducts arraignments.
This is where most Muskegon County bench warrants originate. A missed court date for a traffic ticket, a misdemeanor hearing, or a small claims case can all result in a bench warrant. The Collections Department on the 2nd Floor of the Hall of Justice handles fines, court costs, and restitution. Chief Collections Officer Theresa Dean can be reached at (231) 724-6393. Payment plans are available through an Agreement and Order for Installment Payments.
The Muskegon County online case search portal provides access to circuit, district, and probate court records.
This is the Muskegon County online case search portal where residents can look up bench warrant and case information from all county courts.
Online payments go through the GovPayNow system. Pay location code is 7225. You can also call toll-free at 888-604-7888 with the same code. There is a catch, though. Bench warrants cannot be paid with a credit card. A service fee applies to all credit card payments, and they are credited the next business day. Court online forms are available on the county website.
Note: Bench warrants at the 60th District Court cannot be paid with a credit card. Check with the court about accepted payment methods.
Muskegon County Sheriff Warrant Search
The Muskegon County Sheriff's Office is at 990 Terrace Street, Muskegon, MI 49442. An alternative address listed is 25 W Walton Avenue, Muskegon, MI 49440. Phone is (231) 724-6351. The sheriff handles warrant enforcement for all Muskegon County courts. To check for a bench warrant, contact the Warrants Division and provide the full legal name and date of birth. You can also visit in person at 990 Terrace Street with a photo ID.
Other ways to check include calling the District Court Clerk's Office at (231) 724-6283 or the Circuit Court Clerk's Office at (231) 724-6251. The MiCOURT system covers both courts. The OTIS system from the Michigan Department of Corrections shows offender tracking for people under state supervision. The ICHAT system from the Michigan State Police provides criminal history but does not include active warrant data.
The 60th District Court has Problem Solving Courts including Drug Court, Sobriety Court, and Mental Health Court. These programs offer intensive supervision and treatment. The Probation Department conducts pre-sentence investigations and monitors drug testing, counseling, and community service for people on probation.
Muskegon County Court Payments
The county offers several ways to pay court fines and fees. The online payment portal and the court payments page link to the GovPayNow system. In-person payments go to 990 Terrace Street during business hours. The GovPay payment portal processes credit card payments with a service fee. Remember that bench warrant cases may have restrictions on payment methods. The Probate Court at 990 Terrace Street, phone (231) 724-6241, handles estates, guardianships, and mental health matters separately.
Note: Muskegon County circuit court records older than 2013 for criminal cases are stored off-site and need a 2-day advance request.
Cities in Muskegon County
Muskegon County does not have any cities that meet the population threshold for a dedicated page. The City of Muskegon is the county seat, and all bench warrant matters go through the 14th Circuit Court or 60th District Court at the Hall of Justice.
Nearby Counties
Counties that border Muskegon and may have related bench warrant records: