Rochester Hills Traffic Court Records
Rochester Hills traffic court records are filed and maintained at the 52-3 District Court in Oakland County. The 52-3 District handles civil infraction traffic cases and misdemeanor traffic offenses for Rochester Hills and several nearby communities. You can search Rochester Hills traffic court records online through Michigan's MiCOURT public portal or by contacting the 52-3 District Court at its Barclay Circle location. This page explains how to find records, what they contain, how to respond to a citation, and how Michigan's point system applies to your driving history.
Rochester Hills Overview
Oakland County Traffic Court Records
Rochester Hills is located in Oakland County, and all traffic court filings in the city go through the 52-3 District Court within the Oakland County court system. For county-level information covering courts, procedures, and records access across Oakland County, visit the Oakland County traffic court records page.
52-3 District Court - Rochester Hills Traffic Court
Traffic citations issued in Rochester Hills are heard at the 52-3 District Court, located at 700 Barclay Circle in Rochester Hills. The court's jurisdiction covers Rochester Hills, the city of Rochester, Oakland Township, and Addison Township. Three judges serve on the bench: Julie A. Nicholson, Nancy Tolwin Carniak, and Lisa L. Asadoorian. The court handles both civil infraction traffic cases and misdemeanor traffic offenses. You can reach the 52-3 District Court by phone at 248-853-5553. Oakland County's page for the court is at oakgov.com/courts/district-courts/52-3.
| Court | 52-3 District Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 700 Barclay Circle Rochester Hills, MI 48307 |
| Phone | 248-853-5553 |
| Judges | Julie A. Nicholson, Nancy Tolwin Carniak, Lisa L. Asadoorian |
| Jurisdiction | Rochester Hills, Rochester, Oakland Township, Addison Township |
| Oakland County Courts | oakgov.com - 52-3 District |
The 52-3 District Court is one of several district courts in Oakland County. Because it covers Rochester Hills and surrounding townships, it handles a significant volume of traffic cases from populated residential areas as well as busy commercial corridors. The Oakland County website at oakgov.com/courts/district-courts/52-3 provides current court hours, forms, and contact details. FOIA requests for Oakland County court records can be submitted through the Oakland County website. If you need to appear in person for a Rochester Hills traffic case, the court is at 700 Barclay Circle.
How to Search Rochester Hills Traffic Court Records
Michigan's free MiCOURT portal at micourt.courts.michigan.gov/case-search is the best way to search Rochester Hills traffic court records online. No registration is needed. You can search by name or case number and filter results by court, case type, or case status. Records from the 52-3 District Court show party names, charges, scheduled hearing dates, case status, and final dispositions. Cases generally appear in the system within a few days of filing. The portal runs around the clock.
For certified copies of Rochester Hills traffic court records, contact the 52-3 District Court at 248-853-5553. Plain copies cost $1.00 per page. Certified copies are $10 for the first page plus $1 for each page after that. If you need a transcript, the rate is $3.75 per page for an original and $0.90 per page for a copy, with a minimum order of $50. FOIA requests at the 52-3 District Court are processed through the Oakland County website. The court has 5 business days to respond, and indigent requestors have the first $20 of fees waived.
Some Rochester Hills traffic court records are not visible through MiCOURT. Sealed cases, Clean Slate expungements, cases under MCL 333.7411, and HYTA cases do not appear in public results. Date of birth is hidden in all MiCOURT records as required by MCR 1.109, effective April 1, 2022. For records that are not publicly searchable, contact the 52-3 District Court directly. Court staff can explain what options exist for obtaining records not shown in the public portal.
The Michigan Courts official website connects users to MiCOURT and provides statewide court directories. It is a reliable starting point for anyone looking up Rochester Hills traffic court records.
The Michigan Courts official website provides access to MiCOURT and links to all district courts handling Rochester Hills traffic court records.
The Michigan Courts site links to MiCOURT for public case searches and provides contact information for the 52-3 District Court and other courts across Oakland County.
MiFILE is Michigan's e-filing system for courts. The available courts list shows which district courts currently accept electronic document submissions, including the 52-3 District Court for Rochester Hills cases.
The MiFILE available courts list shows which Michigan district courts accept electronic filings, and helps confirm whether the 52-3 District Court is enrolled for Rochester Hills traffic cases.
Check this list before submitting documents electronically in a Rochester Hills traffic case at the 52-3 District Court.
What Rochester Hills Traffic Court Records Contain
Civil infraction records at the 52-3 District Court show the citation number, the date and location of the traffic stop, the specific violation charged, and how the case ended. If a hearing took place, the record includes the hearing date, the name of the judge or magistrate, and whether the infraction was upheld, reduced, or dismissed. Any fines ordered and points applied to the driver's record appear in the file. Common charges in Rochester Hills include speeding, improper turns, following too close, and cell phone violations.
Misdemeanor traffic records contain a fuller picture. The file lists the criminal charge, arraignment details, bond conditions, all court dates, and the final outcome. Sentencing results like fines, probation, or jail time are part of the public record. OWI cases under MCL 257.625 go through the full criminal process and stay on file permanently unless expunged under Michigan's Clean Slate law. These records matter for background checks, insurance reviews, and professional licensing. The 52-3 District Court keeps all Rochester Hills traffic court records within its jurisdiction.
Note: Court records and driving records are separate. MiCOURT shows case filings. Your full driving history is held by the Michigan Secretary of State and must be requested from them directly.
Responding to a Rochester Hills Traffic Citation
If you receive a citation in Rochester Hills, you have 14 days to respond. Your options are to admit the violation, admit with an explanation, or deny it and request a hearing. You can respond by mail, in person at 700 Barclay Circle, by phone at 248-853-5553, or through a lawyer. Failing to respond by the deadline results in a default judgment. Default means points are automatically added to your record, the Secretary of State may suspend your license, and additional fees are added to what you owe.
Paying the fine counts as admitting the violation. It is the quickest option but comes with all points assigned to that offense. Admitting with an explanation gives you a chance to speak before the court. A judge or magistrate may lower the fine after hearing your side, but the violation itself is still on your record if upheld. Denying the citation means you want a hearing. Informal hearings are straightforward and attorney-free. Formal hearings follow court rules. No judge at the 52-3 District Court can change how many points are attached to a specific type of violation. That is set by state law.
Driving Points and Rochester Hills Records
Points are assigned to your Michigan driving record for every traffic violation you are found responsible for, including those from the 52-3 District Court. OWI under MCL 257.625, reckless driving, fleeing police, and leaving the scene of an accident each carry 6 points. Speeding 16 or more mph over the limit is 5 points. Speeding 11 to 15 mph over adds 4 points. Speeding 1 to 10 mph over, running a red light, and improper passing are each 3 points. Most other violations result in 2 points.
Points stay on your driving record for two years from the date of the violation. If you reach 12 points within any two-year period, the Michigan Secretary of State will require you to take a reexamination. The SOS handles all driving records and can be reached at michigan.gov/sos or by phone at 517-322-1624. Courts cannot reduce or delete points. They are removed from your record only by the passage of time.
Nearby Cities
Other cities near Rochester Hills with their own traffic court records pages include: