Search Livonia Traffic Court Records

Livonia traffic court records are filed at the 16th District Court, located at 32765 Five Mile Road in Livonia. The 16th District Court is in Wayne County and handles only the City of Livonia, so every traffic citation issued within Livonia city limits comes to this one court. Cases come from both the Livonia Police Department and Michigan State Police officers working in the area. You can search Livonia traffic court records online through Michigan's MiCOURT portal, pay fines online or in person, and reach the court by phone at (734) 466-2500 on weekdays from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

16th District Court - Livonia Traffic Cases

The 16th District Court at 32765 Five Mile Road, Livonia, MI 48154, handles all traffic court records for the city. The court is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Unlike most Michigan district courts, which serve multiple municipalities, the 16th District Court serves only the City of Livonia. That single-city jurisdiction means every ticket, citation, or traffic misdemeanor arising from Livonia goes to this one building. Three judges serve the bench: Chief Judge Hon. Sean P. Kavanagh, Hon. Kathleen J. McCann, and Hon. James J. Jolly.

The court handles a wide range of case types. These include misdemeanor criminal cases, all traffic violations (civil and misdemeanor), civil cases up to $25,000, small claims cases up to $7,000, landlord-tenant disputes, and felony preliminary examinations. Traffic matters are among the most common cases the court processes each week.

If you need to pay a fine and the court is closed, use the after-hours drop box at the Livonia Police Department at 15050 Farmington Road. Online payment is also available for most civil infraction cases. For misdemeanor traffic matters, check with the court about the correct payment process for your specific case before submitting payment.

How to Find Livonia Traffic Court Records

MiCOURT at micourt.courts.michigan.gov/case-search is the free state tool for searching Livonia traffic court records online. You search by name or case number. You can filter results by case type and status. The system pulls live data from the 16th District Court and shows public case information including party names, charges, hearing dates, and outcomes. Most traffic cases show up in MiCOURT within a few days of filing. The portal runs around the clock and costs nothing to use.

Some records are not visible through MiCOURT. Sealed cases, Clean Slate expungements, and records protected under MCL 333.7411 or the Holmes Youthful Trainee Act do not appear in public search results. Date of birth is also hidden for all users per MCR 1.109. If you believe a case exists but it does not show up, call the court at (734) 466-2500 during business hours. Staff can check by name or case number and let you know whether the record is public or restricted.

For certified or plain copies of records, contact the court directly. Plain copies are $1.00 per page under state law. Certified copies fall under MCL 600.2543, which sets the fee at $10.00 for the first certified page and $1.00 for each one after. Transcript fees run $3.75 per page for originals and $0.90 per page for copies, with a $50.00 minimum on any transcript request.

FOIA requests for 16th District Court records are governed by MCL 15.231. The court must respond within 5 business days. Indigent requestors may have the first $20 in fees waived. Contact the court to ask about its current FOIA submission process.

The screenshot below shows the Michigan Secretary of State website, which manages driving records that change after a Livonia traffic conviction.

The Michigan Secretary of State website lets you check your driving record, manage your license status, and see how traffic convictions affect your record.

After a Livonia traffic conviction at the 16th District Court, the court notifies the Secretary of State, which then updates your driving record and adds points.

The Michigan Trial Courts Directory at courts.michigan.gov/courts/trial-courts lists every district and circuit court in Michigan with addresses and contact details.

Use the trial courts directory to confirm the right court for any Livonia case or to find neighboring courts in Wayne County.

What Livonia Traffic Court Records Show

Traffic court records from the 16th District Court contain detailed information about each case. Civil infraction records list the citation number, the date and location of the alleged violation, the specific charge, and the outcome. If a hearing was held, the record shows the date, the judge or magistrate involved, and whether the infraction was upheld, reduced, or dismissed. Fines ordered and points assessed to the driver's license record also appear in the docket.

Misdemeanor traffic records show more. These include the charge, the arraignment date, any bond amount set, all scheduled hearing dates, and the final disposition. Sentencing details such as fine amounts, probation conditions, and any jail time are part of the public record. Warrant history connected to the case is also visible. OWI cases under MCL 257.625 show the complete criminal proceeding history from start to finish. These records stay on file unless expunged under Michigan's Clean Slate law.

Note: Date of birth is never shown in MiCOURT results, and expunged or sealed cases do not appear in any public record search regardless of the method used.

Responding to a Livonia Traffic Citation

When you receive a traffic citation in Livonia, you have 14 days to respond. Your three options are: admit the violation, admit with an explanation, or deny the charge. Admitting means paying the fine and accepting the points. Admitting with an explanation means you get to speak before a judge or magistrate, who then makes the final call. The court may reduce the fine, but it cannot change the points if the violation stands. Denying the charge moves it to a formal or informal hearing.

Informal hearings at the 16th District Court do not involve attorneys. Formal hearings allow legal representation. Either way, if the violation is upheld, the point value set by the Michigan Vehicle Code applies. Courts in Michigan have no authority to waive or reduce points. If you fail to respond within 14 days, the court enters a default judgment. That means fines, points on your driving record, and possible license suspension by the Secretary of State.

Traffic Points and Your Michigan Driving Record

Michigan's point system tracks your driving history and can affect your license status. Points are set by state law and applied the same way at every court. OWI under MCL 257.625, reckless driving, fleeing a police officer, leaving the scene of an accident, and vehicle manslaughter all carry 6 points. Speeding 16 mph or more over the limit adds 5 points. Going 11 to 15 mph over adds 4 points. Going 1 to 10 mph over the limit, running a red light, and improper passing each add 3 points. Most other moving violations add 2 points.

Reach 12 points within two years and the Michigan Secretary of State will require you to take a driver reexamination before you can keep driving. Points stay on your record for two years from the date of the violation, not from the court date. The Secretary of State manages all driving records and can be reached at 517-322-1624 or at michigan.gov/sos. The 16th District Court cannot remove or adjust points once they are assessed. That is entirely within the Secretary of State's authority.

Note: ICHAT criminal history searches at michigan.gov/ichat cover misdemeanor and felony traffic offenses but do not include civil traffic infractions. A separate driving record request through the SOS shows your full point history.

Wayne County Traffic Court Records

Livonia is in Wayne County, one of the most populous counties in Michigan. Wayne County has multiple district courts, each serving specific cities and townships within its borders. For broader county-level information on courts, filing procedures, and resources across Wayne County, visit the Wayne County traffic court records page.

View Wayne County Traffic Court Records

Nearby Cities

Other cities near Livonia with traffic court records pages include:

• Detroit
• Dearborn
• Canton Township
• Westland