What Are Wyoming City Public Records?
Wyoming City public records refer to non-exempt documentary materials prepared, owed, maintained, or used by a public body in connection with official business conduct or performance. The Michigan Freedom of Information Act exempts the following information from public disclosure:
- An individual’s medical, psychological, or counseling evaluations or facts
- Campaign committee records
- Examination instruments or data like test questions, transcripts, answers, and scoring keys used for academic, licensing, or employment purposes
- Financial or commercial information and trade secrets submitted in confidence
- Information concerning the location of archaeological sites
- Information subject to attorney-client privilege, physician-client privilege, and other privileges
- Law enforcement communication codes, plans, or information on the deployment of agents
- Law enforcement information identifying undercover agents, informants, active/retired officers, and their contact details
- Law enforcement investigative records
- Information on a public body’s security measures
- Real property appraisals until three years pass or an agreement is entered into
- Records specifically exempted by statute
- Social security numbers
Interested persons may choose to receive copies with redacted information or petition the court to access the specified record.
Wyoming City Crime Statistics
According to the Michigan Crime Statistics, Wyoming Police Department recorded 4,525 total offenses in 2019. Listed offenses included two murders/nonnegligent manslaughters, nine arson incidents, 50 robberies, and 59 sexual crimes.
There were also 126 burglaries, 180 MVTs, 208 aggravated/felonious assaults, and 801 larceny cases. Offenses recorded by the Wyoming Police Department were the third-highest in the county compared to other municipalities.
Are Wyoming City Criminal Records Public?
Not all criminal records are public in Wyoming City. Examples of Wyoming City criminal records with limited access include information under statutory exemptions, restricted juvenile records, expunged criminal records, traffic records, and cases that lead to non-conviction. Other criminal records may be made available to requesters upon request to the Wyoming Police Department or Michigan State Police.
For local criminal history information, interested persons should visit the Records Unit with valid picture identification and a $10 background check fee on Monday through Thursday, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The unit is located at:
2300 DeHoop Avenue SW,
Wyoming, MI 49509
Phone: (616) 530-7314
Fax: (616) 261-3527
For statewide background checks, individuals may use the Internet Criminal History Access Tool (ICHAT) to conduct name-based searches for $10 per search or perform fingerprint checks with any approved live scan vendor for $30. For further information, contact the state police at:
Michigan State Police,
Cashier's Office,
P.O. Box 30266,
Lansing, MI 48909-7766
How to Obtain Police Reports and Arrest Records
The Wyoming Police Department keeps account of accidents, arrests, and other incidents recorded within its jurisdiction. Residents may access Wyoming City arrest records and police reports by visiting the Records Unit to make in-person requests. However, some documents like crash reports are only available to an involved party. Therefore, individuals are advised to call the unit at (616) 530-7314 to confirm record availability before visiting the Records Unit at:
2300 DeHoop Avenue SW,
Wyoming, MI 49509
The cost of the paper or tape recording varied depending on the request scope and processing time. Interested persons may also get accident reports from the Kent County Sheriff’s Office.
How to Find Sex Offender Information in Wyoming City
Information on sex offenders registered by the Wyoming Police Department is available on the Sex Offender Registry maintained by the Michigan State Police (MSP). Interested persons may locate offenders in an area by providing a specific address or search the registry by name or city. Individuals may also access the registry of non-compliant offenders or register for email alerts. Available information on each offender may include:
- Full name and known aliases
- Date of birth or age
- Physical descriptions such as race, sex, hair, body markings, etc
- Offense, conviction, and release details
- Known address
- Registration details including registration number, tier level, last verification date, etc.)
How to Find Wyoming City Inmate Records
The Kent County Sheriff’s Office maintains records of persons arrested by the Wyoming Police Department and committed to the Kent County Correctional Facility. Individuals may obtain information of in-custody inmates and recently released persons with the inmate lookup tool to locate inmates using their last name, first name, and booking date (if known). Search results will show a list of similar matches and available inmate or charge details such as:
- Mugshot
- Name, age, sex, and race
- Booking number and date
- Other identifying numbers
- Eye and hair color
- Height and weight
- Arresting agency
- Arrest report number
- Number of charges and charge description
- Court name and court case number
- Charge disposition and date
- Bond details
- Amount in fines
How Do I Visit an Inmate in the Kent County Correctional Facility?
Inmates in the Kent County Correctional Facility can receive professional and personal visits in accordance with the inmate visitation rules. For personal visits, interested persons must schedule visits 24 hours beforehand at the kiosk or through the approved third-party site. Inmates can receive visits any day of the week. However, general population and administrative restrictive unit inmates can only receive one visit weekly and a maximum of two visitors per session. Visit schedules are as follows:
Monday to Friday:
8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday:
8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Administrative restrictive unit:
Friday to Sunday: 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Visitation rules for personal visits include:
- Juvenile inmates can only receive visits from persons on the approved visitor’s list.
- All visitors must check-in at least 20 minutes before the appointed time. Frequent latecomers may be banned.
- All visitors must keep the dress code. No halter tops, tank tops and dresses, low cut tops or dresses, high cut shorts, and above-the-knee slits allowed in the facility
- No visitor under the influence of drugs or alcohol allowed
- All visitors must remain seated during the visit
- No food, drinks, chewing gum, lighter, matches, or tobacco products allowed within the facility
- No recording device, camera, or cell phone permitted in the visitation area
- Visits can be canceled by KCCF staff at any time, without notice.
- Professional visitors cannot use their privileges to visit a relative. This will count as a regular visit.
- The legal guardian, parent, or supervising adult must not leave children unattended in the visitation or accounting lobby area.
- Visitors under 18 years of age cannot schedule visits by themselves and must be accompanied by an adult
- Working trustees can receive up to three weekly visits and two visitors per session.
Alternatively, professional visitors must register at the visiting/information desk of the KCCF using valid identification or get prior approval from the Inmate Service Administrator by calling (616) 632-6379 or the Jail Administration at (616) 632-6401 The visitation schedule and visitation rules for professional visits are similar to that of personal visits. Further information is available on the inmate visitation page.
Court Records
Wyoming City court records are documents, materials, and information recorded, filed, maintained, and disseminated by courts within the territory. These records provide details of administrative actions and judicial proceedings on criminal, civil, probate, traffic, family law, or juvenile matters. Examples of Wyoming court records include dockets, decrees, video/audio tapes, and transcripts.
Locations of Courts in Wyoming City
62A District Court - Wyoming
Wyoming Justice Center
2650 DeHoop Avenue SW,
Wyoming, MI 49509
Phone: (616) 530-7386 (Civil)
Phone: (616) 257-9814 (Criminal)
How to Obtain Wyoming City Civil Court Case Records
Interested persons may view details of civil court cases in Wyoming by conducting online searches. Results will provide a list of similar cases, including their case ID, case type and title, party names, case status, and so on. Individuals may also get copies of Wyoming court records on civil cases by directing requests to the court where the case was filed. This involves providing sufficient information, such as the requester's name, contact details, and mailing address, as well as case number/record description that may facilitate the record search. Individuals may request records in person or send letters or forms with the required information via mail to:
62A District Court - Wyoming
Wyoming Justice Center
2650 DeHoop Avenue SW,
Wyoming, MI 49509
Phone: (616) 530-7386 (Civil)
How to Obtain Wyoming City Criminal Court Records
Wyoming City criminal case details may be available online following a case search done by name or case/petition number (including the year and case type). Search results may also be filtered by case status, case division, filing date, and offense date. Available information may include case ID, case type and title, party names, charges, case status, offense date, and so on.
For copies of Wyoming criminal case records, direct requests to the filing court by providing sufficient information, such as the requester's name, contact details, and mailing address, as well as case number/record description that may facilitate the search. Individuals may request records in person or send letters or forms with the required information via mail to:
62A District Court - Wyoming
Wyoming Justice Center
2650 DeHoop Avenue SW,
Wyoming, MI 49509
Phone: (616) 257-9814 (Criminal)
What Are Wyoming City Vital Records?
Wyoming City vital records are official documents that provide proof or confirmation of life events that happen to individuals in the city. These events are recorded by public bodies in the city, county, or state, and interested persons may get certified or information copies from custodians upon proper requests.
Where and How to Obtain Wyoming City Divorce Records
The 17th Judicial Circuit Court – Kent grants and maintains records of divorces for Wyoming and other areas in the county. Interested persons can obtain certified copies of divorce judgments online by providing divorce date, case number, party names, and other relevant details to the Clerk. The divorce judgment cost $15 each.
Alternatively, individuals may request certified copies of divorce records or verification of divorces filed since 1897 from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. Interested persons should send the completed request forms for certified divorce record or verification along with fees (in check or money order) to:
In-person:
South Grand Building
333 South Grand Avenue,
1st Floor
Lansing, MI 48933
Regular Mail:
Vital Records Requests
P.O. Box 30721
Lansing, MI 48909
Expedited Mail:
Vital Records Rush
P.O. Box 30721
Lansing, MI 48909
Where and How to Get Public Wyoming City Marriage Records
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services and Kent County Clerk maintain marriage records at the state and county level, respectively. For certified copies of a marriage license issued by Kent County, interested persons should submit online requests filled with party names and marriage dates. The search and one certified copy cost $10.
For statewide access to Wyoming marriage certificates filed since 1867, individuals should send the completed request forms for certified marriage record or verification along with fees in check, money order, or cash (in-person only) to:
In-person:
South Grand Building
333 South Grand Avenue,
1st Floor
Lansing, MI 48933
Regular Mail:
Vital Records Requests
P.O. Box 30721
Lansing, MI 48909
Expedited Mail:
Vital Records Rush
P.O. Box 30721
Lansing, MI 48909
Where and How to Find Wyoming City Birth Records
Wyoming City birth records are available at the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services and Kent County Clerk’s Office. However, only the registrant, named parents, or court-appointed guardians may access certified copies of birth records less than 100 years old at the state or county level. Records over 100 years old and birth verification will be publicly available.
For records filed by the MDHHS since 1867, send the completed request forms for certified birth record or birth verification along with fees (in check or money order) to:
Regular Mail:
Vital Records Requests
P.O. Box 30721
Lansing, MI 48909
Expedited Mail:
Vital Records Rush
P.O. Box 30721
Lansing, MI 48909
The Kent County Clerk provides online access to Wyoming City birth certificates less than 100 years old. Named registrants and parents in restricted birth records may also make online requests, while legal representatives, legal guardian, or heir of a deceased person should make in-person requests at:
County Clerk's Office
300 Monroe Avenue NW,
Grand Rapids, MI
The Clerk charges $10 per search and includes one certified copy with additional copies costing $3 each.
Where and How to Find Wyoming City Death Records
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services and Kent County Clerk maintain death records at the state and county level, respectively. For records of deaths that occurred in Kent County, interested persons should submit online requests filled with the deceased’s names, date of death, and the names of the deceased’s parents (optional). The County Clerk charges $10 per search and includes one certified copy with additional copies costing $3 each.
For statewide access to death records filed since 1867, individuals should send the completed request forms for certified death record or verification along with fees in check, money order, or cash (in-person only) to:
In-person:
South Grand Building
333 South Grand Avenue,
1st Floor
Lansing, MI 48933
Regular Mail:
Vital Records Requests
P.O. Box 30721
Lansing, MI 48909
Expedited Mail:
Vital Records Rush
P.O. Box 30721
Lansing, MI 48909
