Active Warrant Search in Ottawa County, Michigan
Arrest warrants and their related documents generated in Ottawa County are considered public records under Michigan’s Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), codified at MCL 15.231 et seq. To conduct an Ottawa County warrant search, contact the local sheriff’s office and the courts, including the Ottawa County Sheriff’s Office and the Circuit or District Courts. Online searches may also be possible using the Michigan One Court of Justice Warrant Search.
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The following search criteria are useful when performing an active warrant search using any of the county resources.
- The suspect’s full name (first and last)
- Date of birth
- Case number
- Warrant number
- Court docket number
| Agency / Resource | Purpose | Search Methods | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ottawa County Sheriff’s Office | Primary county law enforcement maintains and serves warrants | Information requests to the records unit by phone ((616) 738-4050) or in person | Information on active investigations may be restricted |
| Ottawa County CourtsClerk of Courts | Maintains court filing and case records, which include warrant information | In-person visits and online requests via MiCOURT Case Search | Warrant searches from both the circuit and district courts |
| Michigan One Court of Justice | State-level court system maintains case records, including warrant details | One Court System Warrant Search. Name-based searches | Online search for warrants and warrant information at the state level |