Crime Numbers
In 2017, Genesee County recorded 30,334 crimes, a 24.1% drop in overall crime rate compared to 2013. A breakdown of the county's 2017 crime figures shows that there were 48 murders, 277 rapes, 414 robberies, and 1,645 aggravated assaults. Reported incidences of property crimes include 1,941 burglaries, 3,824 larcenies, 577 motor vehicle thefts, and 75 arsons.
Compared to 2013 figures, rape (42.8%, the definition of the crime was expanded in the intervening years) and aggravated assault (8.9%) were the only crimes to record higher numbers in 2017. The five-year crime trend for Genesee County indicates falling murder (9.4%), robbery (41.5%), burglary (103.2%), larceny (27.5%), motor vehicle theft (18.2%), and arson (50.7%) rates in the same period.
Genesee County Criminal Records
The Michigan State Police offers name-based and fingerprint-based criminal history checks. To conduct a name-based background check, use the search tools on the Internet Criminal History Access Tool (ICHAT). Users have to register and log in to use this search portal. Each search costs $10 payable with a Visa or MasterCard debit or credit card.
To obtain a criminal history report based on a fingerprint search, you must mail a request to the Michigan State Police. Requesters that need background checks for employment must obtain Live Scan forms from their employers, complete the middle section, and bring these to approved Live Scan vendors. Live Scan vendors charge varying fees and turnaround is usually within 7 business days.
Those requesting their own criminal histories need to obtain the Michigan Applicant Fingerprint Card (RI-008) from, and ask to be printed by, the Genesee County Sheriff's Office. Out-of-state requesters can use the FBI Application Fingerprint Card (FD-258) as an alternative. Applicants must provide return addresses, email addresses, and phone numbers on their forms. Mail the completed form, along with payment, to:
Michigan State Police
Cashier's Office
P.O. Box 30266
Lansing, MI 48909-7766
The Michigan State Police charges a processing fee of $30 payable in check or money order made out to the State of Michigan. There is an additional fee of $1 per certified/notarized report requested.
In Michigan, police reports fall under public records and can be requested under the provisions of the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). Use the FOIA Request Form to request these records from the Genesee County Sheriff's Office. The Sheriff's Office provides accident reports through LexisNexis.
Genesee County Sex Offender Information
The Michigan State Police maintains a statewide database of registered sex offenders. It provides public access to this database and allows anyone to search the Michigan State Sex Offender Registry. To find sex offenders living in Genesee County, search the registry with zip codes and street addresses in the county. You can also search for offenders by name.
Genesee County Inmate Search
The Corrections Division of the Sheriff's Office runs the correctional facilities in Genesee County. These are the Genesee County Jail and the Flint City Lockup. The Genesee County Jail is located at 1002 South Saginaw Street, Flint, MI 48502. Call (810) 257-3426 to enquire about inmate information at either facility. The Flint City Lockup operates out of the Flint City Police Department located at 210 E. Fifth St., Flint, MI 48502.
The public can find inmates incarcerated at both detention facilities using the search function of government-owned or third-party repositories. A Genesee County Inmate Search requires inquirers to furnish the search tool with details of the detainee such as their name, birth date or DOC number (if applicable). To fund an inmate's account, deposit money at the kiosk in the County Jail lobby or do so online using TouchPay.
Genesee County Court Records
The 7th Judicial Circuit Court is the highest trial court in Genesee County. It shares the same courthouse with the Genesee County Probate Court. Besides these, there are eight branches of the 67th District Court in Genesee County. Each court documents judicial proceedings and administrative functions and disseminates them as part of Genesee County Court Records. Below are the addresses and phone numbers of these courts:
7th Circuit Court - Genesee
Genesee County Courthouse
900 S Saginaw St,
Flint, MI 48502
Phone: (810) 257-3220
Fax: (810) 424-4455
67th District Court - Burton
4094 Manor Dr,
Burton, MI 48519
Phone: (810) 743-5600
67th District Court - Central Court
630 S Saginaw St, #124,
Flint, MI 48502
Phone: (810) 257-3170
67th District Court - Davison
200 E Flint St, #3,
Davison, MI 48423
Phone: (810) 653-4126
67th District Court - Fenton
17100 Silver Pkwy, Ste C,
Fenton, MI 48430
Phone: (810) 629-5318
67th District Court - Flint
630 S Saginaw St,
Flint, MI 48502
Phone: (810) 766-8968
67th District Court - Flushing
1415 Flushing Rd,
Flushing, MI 48433
Phone: (810) 659-5659
67th District Court - Grand Blanc
8173 S Saginaw St,
Grand Blanc, MI 48439
Phone: (810) 694-2552
67th District Court - Mt. Morris
11820 N Saginaw St,
Mt. Morris, MI 48458
Phone: (810) 686-7140
Genesee County Probate Court
900 S Saginaw St, #502,
Flint, MI 48502
Phone: (810) 257-3528
Fax: (810) 257-3234
Search for the records and schedule of the 7th Judicial District Court using the Register of Action portal.
The 67th District Court has limited jurisdiction and hears preliminary examinations in felony cases as well as misdemeanor, small claims, and civil cases involving amounts not exceeding $25,000. Its jurisdiction also covers traffic violations and parking citations. Find the records of this court online using JIS Record Check. For records generated before July 31, 2014, visit a separate record search portal.
To order copies of 67th District Court records, complete this request form and bring it to:
Central Court,
630 S. Saginaw St. Ste 124
Flint, MI 48502
For copies of a court transcript (no transcripts for small claims and civil infraction informal hearings), contact the court recorder attached to the presiding judge that heard the case. Call using the phone numbers contained in the contact details of the 67th District Court recorders. The standard rate for transcript copies is $2.05 per page. Previously ordered transcripts cost 30 cents per page when reordered.
Vital Records
The Genesee County Clerk maintains divorce records for the county. You can apply for copies of your divorce judgement by sending a request by mail. Download and complete a Divorce Judgement Order Form. Mail this application along with a self-addressed stamped envelope and a money order for copy fees to:
Genesee County Clerk
Divorce Records
900 S. Saginaw Street
Flint, MI 48502
The first copy of a divorce judgement costs $10. Each additional copy costs $5.
The Vital Records Division of the Genesee County Clerk's Office maintains vital records for the county and allows qualified individuals to purchase these records. Order for a birth, death, or marriage certificate in person by visiting:
Vital Records Division
900 South Saginaw Street
Flint, MI 48502
Phone: (810) 257-3225
The office opens to the public from Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 4:15 p.m.
To order these vital records by mail, complete an Application for a Birth, Death, or Marriage Record. Send this along with a money order covering copy fees to:
Genesee County Clerk
Vital Records
900 S. Saginaw Street
Flint, MI 48502
The fee for the first copy of a birth, death, or marriage certificate is $25. Each additional copy of the same record ordered at the same time costs $10. Senior Citizens (age 65 and above) only have to pay $5 for their certified birth certificates.
