Crime Statistics
In 2015, Marquette County ranked 525th for violent crimes and 876th for property crimes. In that year, there were 105 major violent crimes and 560 major property crimes recorded in the county. According to data released for 2014, Marquette County had an arrest rate of 260.41 per 100,00 residents and the national average was 739.02. The county’s stats were 67.76% lower than the national average. An individual in the county has a 1 in 91 chance of being a victim of crime, hence, the county is safer than 74% of the rest of the United States.
How to Find Criminal Records
Marquette county criminal records are primarily generated by the law enforcement agencies in the county, including the sheriff’s and police departments. These documents include arrest records, police records, county bookings and pictures that detail an individual’s arrests, conviction and incarceration. Criminal records may also contain information about felonies and misdemeanours committed by the individual. To acquire criminal records from the Sheriff’s office in person or via mail, requesters may need to provide:
- Names of the suspect(s) involved
- Date and time of the incident
- The location of the incident
- Officer’s name and rank
- Case number
Most of these records are only available to the public 60 days after they have been documented. The county office also provides individuals with a means to conduct a criminal records check with a $10.00 fee for all Criminal and Civil Record Checks. The Michigan State Police Department (MSPD) also stores, maintains and grants individuals access to criminal records and history through the Internet Criminal History Access Tool (ICHAT), which allows inquirers to conduct searches of public criminal history by name or by fingerprint.
To receive records by mail, the inquirer may contact the Sheriff’s office and other police departments in the county for a broader search.
Marquette County Sheriff’s Office:
Address: 236 W Baraga Ave, Marquette, MI 49855
Phone: (906) 225-8435
Fax: (906) 225-8485
dwilley@mqtco.org.
Ishpeming Police Department
100 E Division St
(906) 486-4416
Marquette Police Department
300 W. Baraga Ave
906.228.0400
How to Find Sex offender Information.
Residents of Marquette county can locate sex offenders within the neighbourhood by looking up the Michigan Sex Offender Registry for the names and other details of sex offenders in the county and their addresses. The Sheriff’s Office may also be able to provide an individual with sex offender information as sex offenders are mandated by law to provide their details to local law enforcement for filing in the national and state sex offender registers.
How do I Visit an Inmate in Marquette County Jail?
There is more than one correctional facility in Marquette county, and the County Sheriff is responsible for their smooth operation as mandated by state statute.
Marquette County Jail
Marquette County
Address:236 West Baraga Avenue
Phone: (906) 225-8435
Fax: (906) 225-8485
Email:sgagnon@mqtcty.org
Marquette Branch Prison
1960 U.S. Hwy. 41 South
(906) 226-6531
Marquette County MI Youth Home
2111 County Road 553
(906) 225-1437
Inmates at the Marquette County Jail are afforded the privilege of visitations from friends and family provided the rules are obeyed.
- Visitors must be 17 years and above, anyone younger must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
- Visitors must provide valid photo identification
- Foods, drinks, tobacco packages etc are not allowed
- Visitors with pending warrants will be denied visits.
- Visitors dressed inappropriately will be denied entry into the facility.
- Inmates are allowed only 20 minutes of visits twice in a week with no more than 1 visit per day.
Visitation schedule.
Male inmates with last names from A-M will be visited on;
Sunday 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Tuesday 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Male inmates with last names from N-Z
Sunday 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Thursday 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Female inmates
Sunday 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Maximum Security Inmates
Wednesday 7:30 – 9:00
The inmates at the Marquette County Jail are not allowed to receive mail through the United States Postal Service except Legal Mail. An e-message program is now used to communicate with inmates.
NB: Legal mail includes mail received from the court, attorney or clergy.
Where and How To Find Marquette County Inmate Information
The Sheriff’s office is in charge of maintaining records of jail inmate information that can be accessed by sending a request to the office or simply calling to inquire about an inmate.
Marquette County Sheriff
Address: 236 W Baraga Ave, Marquette, MI 49855
Phone: (906) 225-8435
Fax: (906) 225-8485
An inquirer may also search the Michigan Department of Corrections database to access jail inmate information.
How to Find Marquette County Court Records
Marquette county has a Circuit Court, District Court, Probate Court. The Circuit Court handles cases regarding;
- Felony Criminal Matters
- Divorce, Paternity, Family Support, Custody, Parenting Time Disputes
- Personal Protection Orders
- All matters involving equitable relief including injunctions and original writs
- Appeals from District Court and Administrative Agencies
Records of the cases heard in Marquette County’s Circuit Court may be accessed on the County’s website.
Marquette County Courthouse
234 West Baraga Avenue
Marquette, Michigan 49855
TelePhone: (906) 225-8209
District Courts
The District Court handles cases regarding;
- Misdemeanours with the punishment of not more than one year in jail.
- First appearance and preliminary examinations on felony cases.
- Setting and accepting bail on felony and misdemeanour cases.
- All traffic civil infraction and non-traffic civil infraction matters in the county.
Records of the cases heard in Marquette County’s District courts may be accessed on the County’s website.
There are two district courts in Marquette county;
Ishpeming District Court
215 W. Hematite Drive
Ishpeming, MI 49849
(906) 485-5579
Probation: (906) 485-5579
Marquette District Court
234 W. Baraga Avenue
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 225-8235
Probation: (906) 225-8250
Probate Court
This court handles cases regarding;
- Properties of the deceased or incompetent
- Will interpretation and trusts
- Guardian appointment for minors, and incapacitated individuals.
Records of the cases heard in Marquette County’s Probate courts may be accessed on the County’s website.
Marquette County Courthouse Annex
234 W. Baraga Ave.
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 225-8300
Email: probatecourt@mqtco.org
What are Marquette County Vital Records
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services maintains records for life events in the state including birth, death, marriage and divorce records, with records dating back to 1867.
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
Vital Records Request
P.O. Box 30721
Lansing, MI 48909
Marquette County Vital Records offices
Courthouse Annex
234 W. Baraga Ave.
Marquette, MI 49855
PH: (906) 225-8330
FAX: (906) 228-1572
Email: countyclerk@mqtco.org
Ishpeming Service Center
215 W. Hematite Dr.
Ishpeming, MI 49849
Phone: (906) 486-6510
How to FInd Marquette County Divorce Records
The state office maintains records of Marquette County divorces, but not the actual divorce decrees, those are only available at the county court where the case was heard. Inquirer may need to directly contact the office for divorce decrees.
Marquette County Marriage & Divorce Records - County Courts
Marquette County - Magistrate- District Court- Marquette- Court Clerk
234 West Baraga Avenue
Marquette, MI 49855
Phone: (906) 225-8235
How to Find Birth and Death records.
The Marquette county Clerk maintains records of vital events dating back to 1867. Birth records less than 100 years old are restricted to a group of authorized people, usually immediate family members or someone with a court order.
To request for a certified copy of a restricted birth record, the inquirer or heir will need to provide;
- Evidence that the subject of the record is deceased. I.e. Death certificate.
- Affidavit of an heir (filled)
- Valid photo identification which may be proven through email or fax
countyclerk@mqtco.org
Fax number; (906) 228-1572
Birth records of over 100 years could be requested by anyone without restriction and with a completed birth certificate request form.
Death records are unrestricted and therefore can be requested directly from the county office by filling out the Death certificate request form.
NB: All certified records cost $10 for the first copy $5 for additional of the same record
When requesting for these records from the state office, the following facts should be given; Subject’s full name, gender, parents full names, date and time of birth or death, place (county/state), the purpose of the request, relationship to the subject of the record, etc.
Marriage records;
Marriage records from 1867 are available at the county office and they are unrestricted. To request the records from the county office, the inquirer should fill the Request for Certified Copy of Marriage Certificate form.
When requesting from the state office, the inquirer should have the following information ready; Names of both parties, date of marriage, place, purpose of the request, relationship to the subject(s) of the record.
