41B District Court Traffic Records - Clinton Township

Clinton Township traffic court records are handled by the 41B District Court at 22380 Starks Drive in Clinton Township, Macomb County. The 41B District Court processes roughly 45,000 cases per year and covers Clinton Township, Harrison Township, and Mount Clemens. If you got a traffic citation in Clinton Township or need to look up a past case, you can search records through Michigan's free MiCOURT portal or contact the court's Traffic Division by phone or email. This page covers how to find records, what they show, how to respond to a citation, and how points affect your driving record.

41B District Court - Clinton Township Traffic Cases

All traffic cases from Clinton Township go to the 41B District Court. The courthouse is at 22380 Starks Drive, Clinton Township, MI 48036. It handles civil infraction traffic cases, misdemeanor traffic offenses, and criminal matters for the full 41B jurisdiction. The court processes more than 10 percent of all Macomb County crimes each year, which makes it one of the most active district courts in the county. Three judges sit on the bench: Judge Sebastian Lucido, Judge Carrie Lynn Fuca, and Judge Jacob Femminineo Jr. Magistrate Ryan Zemke handles many traffic and arraignment matters.

When you go to the courthouse, expect a metal detector screening at the entrance. All bags go through inspection. Firearms, knives, nail files, needles, marijuana, and chemical sprays are not allowed inside the building. Leave those items in your car before you enter. If you plan to attend a hearing remotely, the Magistrate's Zoom ID for traffic and arraignment matters is 843-970-5882. The court administrator's Zoom ID is 218-957-8812. Confirm with the court before your hearing whether remote attendance is an option for your specific case type.

Search Clinton Township Traffic Court Records Online

The fastest way to look up Clinton Township traffic court records is through MiCOURT. The direct link for the 41B District Court is micourt.courts.michigan.gov/case-search/court/D41B. You can also go to the general portal at micourt.courts.michigan.gov/case-search and filter by court. Search by name or case number. Results show party names, charges, hearing dates, case status, and dispositions. Most traffic cases appear in the system within a few days of filing. The portal is free and runs around the clock.

Some records do not show up in MiCOURT. Sealed cases, Clean Slate expungements, and records protected under MCL 333.7411 or the Holmes Youthful Trainee Act are not visible in public search results. Date of birth is also hidden for all users under MCR 1.109. If you know a case exists but cannot find it online, call the traffic division at 586-469-9300, press 5, or email traffic@41bcourt-mi.us. Staff can check on your specific record and explain whether it is protected.

For certified copies of court records, contact the 41B District Court directly. Under state law, plain copies cost $1.00 per page. Certified copies are $10.00 for the first page plus $1.00 for each additional page. Transcript fees under MCL 600.2543 are set at $3.75 per page for originals and $0.90 per page for copies, with a $50 minimum on any transcript order. FOIA requests under MCL 15.231 require a response within 5 business days. Indigent requestors may get the first $20 in fees waived.

Note: MiFILE at mifile.courts.michigan.gov/availablecourts lets attorneys and self-represented parties file documents electronically in courts that have opted in. Check the available courts list to confirm whether the 41B District Court currently accepts e-filings.

The screenshot below shows the Michigan Courts official website, which is the central hub for MiCOURT, MiFILE, and all statewide court tools relevant to Clinton Township cases.

The Michigan Courts official website links to all state court tools, including case search and e-filing resources for 41B District Court records.

This site gives you access to MiCOURT, court directories, and self-help guides for traffic cases handled at the 41B District Court in Clinton Township.

Michigan's e-filing system, MiFILE, allows electronic document submission for courts that participate in the program.

Check the MiFILE available courts list before submitting documents electronically for a Clinton Township case at the 41B District Court.

What Clinton Township Traffic Records Contain

Traffic court records from the 41B District Court show detailed information about each case. Civil infraction records include the citation number, the date and location of the alleged violation, the specific charge (such as speeding, failure to yield, or improper lane change), and the final outcome. If a hearing was held, the record lists the date, the judge or magistrate assigned, and whether the infraction was upheld, reduced, or dismissed. Fines ordered and points assessed to the driver's record are also part of the case docket.

Misdemeanor traffic records contain more. They include the charge, arraignment date, bond amount, all scheduled hearing dates, and the final disposition. If a sentence was imposed, the record shows the fine, any probation terms, and any jail time ordered. Warrant history tied to the case is also public. OWI cases under MCL 257.625 show the full criminal proceeding from start to finish. These records stay on file at the court unless expunged under Michigan's Clean Slate law.

Note: Date of birth is never visible in MiCOURT public results. Expunged and sealed cases will not show up in any public search, regardless of the portal used.

Responding to a Clinton Township Traffic Citation

If you get a traffic citation in Clinton Township, you have 14 days to respond. The three options are: admit the violation, admit with an explanation, or deny the charge. Admitting means you pay the full fine and accept the points that come with it. Admitting with an explanation means you get to speak to a judge or magistrate before the final decision. The court may reduce the fine, but it cannot change the points if the violation is upheld. Denying the charge sends the case to a hearing.

Hearings at the 41B District Court can be informal or formal. Informal hearings do not involve attorneys. Formal hearings allow both sides to have legal representation. If you miss the 14-day window and do not respond, the court enters a default judgment. That triggers fines, points on your driving record, and possible license suspension by the Secretary of State. The court then notifies the Secretary of State of the conviction. Reinstatement after a suspension requires paying a fee and meeting any other conditions set by that agency.

Traffic citations cannot be taken under advisement at the 41B District Court, and judges cannot waive or alter points set by the Michigan Vehicle Code. The point values are fixed in state law and apply to every court in Michigan.

Points and Your Driving Record

Michigan uses a point system tied to your driving record. When you are found responsible for a traffic violation, points are added based on the offense. OWI under MCL 257.625, reckless driving, fleeing a police officer, and leaving the scene of an accident each carry 6 points. Speeding 16 mph or more over the limit is 5 points. Going 11 to 15 mph over is 4 points. Going 1 to 10 mph over, running a red light, and improper passing are each 3 points. Most other moving violations add 2 points.

Reach 12 points within any two-year period and the Michigan Secretary of State will require a driver reexamination. The Secretary of State manages all driving records and can be reached at 517-322-1624 or through michigan.gov/sos. Points stay on your record for two years from the date of the violation. The 41B District Court cannot remove or reduce points. That is handled by the Secretary of State through the passage of time only.

Note: To check your current point total, order a copy of your driving record through the Michigan Secretary of State's website or at any SOS branch office in person.

Macomb County Traffic Court Records

Clinton Township is in Macomb County. The 41B District Court operates as part of the Macomb County court system. For broader county-level information on courts, filing procedures, and resources across Macomb County, visit the Macomb County traffic court records page.

View Macomb County Traffic Court Records

Nearby Cities

Other cities near Clinton Township with traffic court records pages include:

• Warren
• Sterling Heights
• Macomb Township
• Detroit