Find Traffic Court Records in Westland

Westland traffic court records are handled by the 18th District Court at 36675 Ford Road in Wayne County. The court processes all civil infraction traffic cases and misdemeanor traffic offenses for the city of Westland. You can search Westland traffic court records through Michigan's MiCOURT public portal or by contacting the court directly. This page explains how to find case records, what they include, how to respond to a citation, and how the process works from start to finish.

18th District Court - Westland Traffic Court

The 18th District Court at 36675 Ford Road in Westland handles all traffic citations issued within the city. The court processes civil infractions such as speeding, illegal turns, and failure to stop, as well as misdemeanor traffic offenses. Judges Mark A. McConnell and Michael McNamara preside over cases filed here. Court hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. An after-hours drop box is available at the courthouse for payments and documents when the building is closed.

The 18th District Court offers a Sobriety Court program for eligible defendants facing alcohol-related traffic offenses. This program is a structured alternative to standard sentencing and involves regular check-ins, testing, and treatment participation. If you or someone you know is facing an OWI charge at the 18th District Court, asking about Sobriety Court eligibility early in the process is worth doing. Not all defendants qualify, but those who complete the program may avoid some of the harsher consequences of a standard conviction.

The court also accepts ticket-related questions by email at tickets@18thdistrictcourt.com. This is useful if you need to confirm a court date, ask about your balance, or get information about how to respond to a citation without making a trip to the courthouse. Civil matters have a separate email at civil@18thdistrictcourt.com.

How to Search Westland Traffic Court Records

The state's MiCOURT portal at micourt.courts.michigan.gov/case-search is the main tool for searching Westland traffic court records online. It is free and available around the clock. You can search by name or case number and filter results by case type or status. MiCOURT pulls data from the 18th District Court's docket. Most traffic cases appear in the portal within a few days of filing. Results show party names, charges, court dates, case status, and dispositions.

If you need physical copies of documents from the 18th District Court, contact the court at (734) 595-8720 or by email. Under MCL 600.2543, copy fees in Michigan are set by statute. Plain copies are $1.00 per page. Certified copies cost $10.00 for the first page plus $1.00 for each additional page. Transcripts cost $3.75 per page for the original and $0.90 per page for a copy, with a $50.00 minimum. FOIA requests are governed by MCL 15.231, which gives the court five business days to respond. The first $20.00 in fees is waived for indigent requestors.

Not all records appear in MiCOURT. Sealed cases, Clean Slate expungements, HYTA matters, and cases handled under MCL 333.7411 are excluded from public search. Date of birth is not displayed for any user in MiCOURT under MCR 1.109 as of April 1, 2022. If you need records that are not in the public portal, you have to contact the court directly or submit a FOIA request to the court clerk.

The screenshot below is from the 18th District Court's official website, which covers court services, contact information, and resources for Westland traffic cases.

The 18th District Court website lists court hours, judge information, forms, and contact details for traffic and other case types filed in Westland.

The court site is the main resource for getting current contact details, learning about the Sobriety Court program, and finding out how to respond to a Westland traffic citation.

Michigan's MiFILE system at mifile.courts.michigan.gov/availablecourts allows attorneys and self-represented parties to file documents electronically. Check the available courts list to see whether the 18th District Court is currently included.

MiFILE is the state's electronic filing system. Checking it for the 18th District Court's availability can save a trip to the courthouse if you need to submit documents in a Westland traffic case.

What Westland Traffic Court Records Contain

Westland traffic court records at the 18th District Court show specific details about each case. Civil infraction records include the citation number, the date and location of the alleged violation, the charge, and the outcome. If a hearing was held, the record shows the hearing date, the judge or magistrate assigned, and whether the infraction was upheld, reduced, or dismissed. Any fines ordered and points assessed to the driver's record are part of the public docket.

Misdemeanor traffic records are more complete. They include the charge, arraignment date, any bond set, all hearing dates, and the final disposition. Sentencing information such as fines, probation terms, or jail time is part of the public record. OWI cases under MCL 257.625 reflect the full criminal proceeding from start to finish. Warrant activity in a case also shows in the record. These records remain on file unless the person later gets an expungement under Michigan's Clean Slate law.

Note: Date of birth is never visible in MiCOURT public searches, and any sealed or expunged case will not appear in any public record lookup.

Responding to a Westland Traffic Citation

When you get a traffic citation in Westland, you have three choices: admit the violation, admit with an explanation, or deny the violation. You have 14 days from the citation date to respond. You can respond by mail, by phone, in person at the 18th District Court, or by email at tickets@18thdistrictcourt.com. Missing the 14-day deadline results in a default judgment. That leads to points on your record, a possible license suspension by the Secretary of State, and you owe the full amount plus late fees and a reinstatement fee on top of that.

Admitting the violation means you pay the fine and accept the points. Admitting with an explanation gives you a chance to tell the court what happened. The judge or magistrate may reduce the fine, but if the violation is upheld, points still apply. Denying leads to an informal or formal hearing. Informal hearings are simpler and do not require an attorney. Formal hearings follow stricter rules. Keep in mind that courts cannot set or remove points. Points come from the Michigan Vehicle Code and are tied to the specific violation charged.

Traffic Points and Your Michigan Driving Record

Michigan assigns points to your driving record when you are found responsible for a traffic violation. The number of points depends on the offense. OWI under MCL 257.625, reckless driving, fleeing police, and leaving the scene of an accident each carry 6 points. Speeding 16 mph or more over the limit is 5 points. Speeding 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.

If you accumulate 12 points within a two-year period, the Michigan Secretary of State will require a reexamination of your driving privileges. The Secretary of State handles all driving record matters at michigan.gov/sos and can be reached at 517-322-1624. Points remain on your record for two years from the date of the violation. Courts have no power to remove or lower your point total. Only time clears them off your record.

Note: Courts in Michigan cannot reduce or remove points from your driving record regardless of what happens in court with your fine or charge.

Wayne County Traffic Court Records

Westland is located in Wayne County. Traffic court filings in Westland go through the 18th District Court, which is part of the Wayne County court system. For broader county-level information about courts, clerks, 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 Westland with their own traffic court records pages include:

• Detroit
• Dearborn
• Livonia
• Canton Township