Wyoming Michigan Court Docket Access
Wyoming Michigan court dockets are filed through the 62A District Court at 2650 DeHoop Avenue SW in Wyoming. The city is part of Kent County, and felony cases and larger civil matters go to the Kent County 17th Circuit Court. You can search Wyoming court dockets online through Michigan's statewide case search or contact the 62A District Court directly. This page covers how to find and access court docket records for cases tied to Wyoming, Michigan.
Wyoming Overview
62A District Court: Wyoming's Local Court
The 62A District Court serves the City of Wyoming exclusively. It is located at the Wyoming Justice Center at 2650 DeHoop Avenue SW, behind Wyoming City Hall. This court handles misdemeanor criminal matters, traffic violations, civil cases up to $25,000, landlord-tenant disputes, small claims, and the early stages of felony cases before probable cause is determined. Once a felony case is bound over, it moves to the Kent County Circuit Court in Grand Rapids.
The 62A District Court is part of Kent County's broader district court system. Criminal matters are handled through the main Wyoming courthouse. The main phone line for Wyoming's district court is (616) 530-7385. For criminal matters specifically, you can also reach the court at (616) 257-9814. The fax number is 616-632-5592. Court hours run Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. For indigent defense on misdemeanor cases, Paul Van Gessel administers the program and can be reached at 616-306-8672.
| 62A District Court | 2650 DeHoop Avenue SW, Wyoming, MI 49509 |
|---|---|
| Main Phone | (616) 530-7385 |
| Criminal Line | (616) 257-9814 |
| Fax | 616-632-5592 |
| Hours | Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Search Wyoming Court Dockets Online
For Wyoming court docket searches, start with the statewide Michigan Courts Case Search portal. This free tool covers circuit and appellate court cases across Michigan. You can search by party name, case number, or attorney. The portal shows the Register of Actions for each case, which lists every filing, hearing, and order. Document images are not available online, but docket entries give you a clear timeline of the case.
For Kent County courts specifically, the Kent County website at kentcountymi.gov provides information on all district courts in Kent County. This includes the 62A District Court that serves Wyoming. The county site has links, contact details, and guidance on accessing court records. For the Wyoming city government's own resources, visit wyomingmi.gov.
The City of Wyoming's official website provides information on city services including links to the 62A District Court and public records resources for Wyoming residents.
If a Wyoming case moved to the Kent County 17th Circuit Court after bindover, you can find it in the statewide Michigan Courts portal. The Kent County court information is also available at kentcountymi.gov. For electronic filing, check whether the 62A District Court is listed on the MiFILE available courts list.
Note: Personal Protection Order cases are not available through online search under MCR 3.705. Visit the court in person to access these records.
Kent County Circuit Court and Wyoming Cases
Wyoming is in Kent County, and the Kent County 17th Judicial Circuit Court handles felony trials for Wyoming cases after they are bound over from the 62A District Court. The circuit court is based in Grand Rapids, the county seat. It also handles civil cases over $25,000, family law matters including divorce and custody, and probate for all of Kent County. Grand Rapids is the largest city in Kent County and home to the main county courthouse.
Kent County circuit court dockets are searchable through the statewide Michigan Courts Case Search portal. You can also contact the Kent County Clerk's office in Grand Rapids for assistance with circuit court records. The court's records are public under MCR 8.119 for most case types. If you need certified copies of circuit court dockets or documents, visit the clerk's office in Grand Rapids during business hours.
The Kent County district courts information page shows all district courts serving Kent County, including the 62A District Court that serves Wyoming, and links to court resources and case search tools.
Requesting Wyoming Court Records
You can request Wyoming court records in person or by mail. For in-person requests at the 62A District Court, go to 2650 DeHoop Avenue SW during court hours. Bring a case number or the full name of a party to the case. Staff can locate the record and provide copies. For circuit court records, go to the Kent County Courthouse in Grand Rapids. Bring the same information. Staff at both courts can tell you what is available and what it costs before you pay.
Mail requests work for most record types. Write to the 62A District Court with the case number, party names, case type, and approximate filing year. Include your payment and a self-addressed stamped envelope. For circuit court records, direct your mail to the Kent County Circuit Court Clerk in Grand Rapids. Processing times vary by court and request volume. Call ahead if you have a deadline.
Standard copy fees run $1-2 per page in Michigan courts. Certified copies carry an additional base fee. Always verify current fees before sending payment, as courts can update their schedules. The Michigan SCAO forms library has free downloadable forms for all case types if you need to file new documents in either court.
Wyoming Court Docket Records: What Is and Isn't Public
Most Wyoming court dockets are public under MCR 8.119. The Register of Actions for civil and criminal cases shows every major event without restrictions for most matters. Courts redact personal identifying information before releasing records under MCR 8.119(H)(5). You don't need to be a party to the case to access public docket information.
Several categories of Wyoming cases are not publicly available. Personal Protection Orders are excluded from online search under MCR 3.705. Juvenile cases are confidential under MCL 600.1750. Holmes Youthful Trainee Act (HYTA) cases are sealed. First-time drug offenses under MCL 333.7411 are not publicly searchable. Cases cleaned up under Michigan's 2020 Clean Slate Law may also be gone from public results. If you are missing a case in your search, one of these categories may be the reason. Contact the court to confirm.
Legal Resources for Wyoming Residents
Michigan Legal Help provides free guides on court procedures, how to read docket entries, and how to handle common legal matters without a lawyer. The site covers family, civil, housing, and criminal topics. For court forms, the Michigan SCAO forms page has everything free to download. You can get the forms you need before going to court so your visit goes faster.
For formal criminal background checks, the Michigan State Police ICHAT system is the right tool. Each search costs $10 and pulls from statewide conviction records. The court docket search is not a substitute for a complete background check. Electronic filing options for Kent County courts can be found at mifile.courts.michigan.gov.
Nearby Cities
Other Michigan cities near Wyoming with court docket information online.
Kent County Court Dockets
Wyoming is part of Kent County. The Kent County page covers the 17th Circuit Court, all Kent County district courts, clerk contacts, and full resources for accessing court records across the county. Visit the county page for more details.