Search Genesee County Traffic Court Records

Genesee County traffic court records are managed by the 67th District Court, which operates multiple divisions across the county with a central location in Flint. Whether you got a ticket in Flint, Burton, Davison, Fenton, or Flushing, the 67th District Court handles that case. You can search records online through Michigan's free MiCOURT system, use the court's own records search tool, request copies by mail or in person, or contact the court directly by phone or email. This page covers how to access those records, what they show, and what fees and procedures apply.

67th District Court - Genesee County

The 67th District Court is the court of record for all traffic matters in Genesee County. The central location is at 630 S. Saginaw St., Flint, MI 48502. The main phone number is (810) 257-3170, and you can reach the Flint Division directly at (810) 766-8968. Office hours at the central location are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with a lunch closure from 12:00 to 1:00 PM on Tuesdays through Thursdays. The court's website is at 67thdc.com, and the records search tool is available at 67thdc.com/records_search/. You can also reach the court by email at courtinfo@67thdc.com.

The 67th District Court operates several branch divisions across Genesee County, which makes it one of the larger district courts in the state. The Burton division can be reached at (810) 743-5600. Davison is at (810) 653-4126. Fenton is at (810) 629-5318. The Flushing division is at (810) 659-5659. Each handles local traffic citations from their respective area. For felony-level traffic cases, the Genesee County Circuit Court takes over. The overall county government site is at geneseecountymi.gov.

For FOIA requests related to Genesee County government records, contact FOIA Coordinator Monaca Elston at 1101 Beach Street Room 312, Flint, MI 48502, by email at foia@geneseecountymi.gov, or by phone at (810) 257-3014. FOIA requests for court records go directly to the court rather than the county.

The Genesee County Sheriff's Office maintains records related to traffic stops and arrests throughout the county. For enforcement-related records, start with the county website at geneseecountymi.gov.

Search Genesee County Traffic Records Online

The 67th District Court provides its own public records search at 67thdc.com/records_search/. This is a direct resource for Genesee County cases and a good place to start. You can also search through Michigan's statewide MiCOURT system at micourt.courts.michigan.gov/case-search/. Select the 67th District Court and search by name, case number, or citation number. Both tools show case type, filing date, charges, docket entries, scheduled hearings, and case status.

Some records are not publicly accessible. Sealed cases are excluded. Cases expunged under Michigan's Clean Slate law are removed. Drug cases dismissed under MCL 333.7411 and Holmes Youthful Trainee Act (HYTA) cases are also hidden from public view. Since April 1, 2022, dates of birth no longer appear in public court records under MCR 1.109. These rules apply to all Genesee County records in MiCOURT and the court's own search tool.

You can also pay fines online through Michigan's ePay system and check whether the 67th District Court accepts e-filed documents through MiFILE. For direct case questions, contact the court by email at courtinfo@67thdc.com or call (810) 257-3170.

The Michigan courts website at courts.michigan.gov provides statewide guidance on public access to court records, including the 67th District Court serving Genesee County.

What Genesee County Traffic Records Show

A Genesee County traffic case file documents the entire history of that case from the initial citation forward. The record starts with the citation details: date, location, the issuing officer, and the specific charge filed. Every action that follows gets logged as a docket entry. That includes the defendant's response, notices from the court, hearings scheduled or held, and the final outcome of the case.

The disposition is the final entry. It shows whether the person paid the fine, attended a hearing, or defaulted. If a hearing took place, the result is recorded in full. If the person was found responsible, the file lists the fine and any court orders. For criminal traffic offenses like reckless driving under MCL 257.626 or OWI under MCL 257.625, the record also includes the criminal charge details, any plea entered, and the sentence. The 67th District Court handles misdemeanor-level traffic crimes. Felony-level traffic cases go to the Genesee County Circuit Court and are maintained in that court's records separately.

Note: Points assigned by the Secretary of State are tracked separately and do not appear in the court case file. The court reports the outcome; the state applies the points.

The Michigan trial courts directory at courts.michigan.gov lists all district and circuit courts, including the 67th District Court in Genesee County, with contact information and links.

Responding to a Traffic Ticket in Genesee County

Civil infraction tickets issued anywhere in Genesee County give you 14 days to respond. The response deadline and your options are printed on the ticket. Ignoring it leads to a default judgment against you, which means the 67th District Court reports the default to the Secretary of State. That results in points on your driving record and may trigger a license suspension referral.

You have three response options. Paying the fine and admitting responsibility closes the case without a hearing. This is the fastest path. Admitting responsibility with an explanation allows you to submit a written statement to the magistrate, who may reduce the fine after reviewing it. Points still apply in either case. Denying responsibility and requesting a hearing is the third option. Two hearing types are available: an informal hearing before a magistrate, with no attorneys, and a formal hearing before a judge, where attorneys are permitted and the citing officer must appear. If you lose the informal hearing and want to appeal, you have 7 days to request a formal hearing.

Michigan courts do not allow civil traffic cases to be taken under advisement or withheld from judgment. The 67th District Court may have first-time programs or other options worth asking about, especially given the range of divisions it operates. Call (810) 257-3170 or email courtinfo@67thdc.com to ask about your specific situation before the response deadline passes.

Note: A driver improvement course approved by the court after a conviction may lead the Secretary of State to reduce points from your record. This is handled separately from the court case itself.

Getting Copies of Genesee County Traffic Records

Copies of Genesee County traffic court records are available from the 67th District Court clerk at 630 S. Saginaw St. in Flint, or through the appropriate division location if the case was filed there. In-person requests are handled during regular business hours. You can also submit requests by mail or email. When requesting by mail, send to the central location at 630 S. Saginaw St., Flint, MI 48502. Include the case number or the full name and approximate date of the case so the clerk can find the right file. Email requests can go to courtinfo@67thdc.com.

Plain copies are $1.00 per page. Certified copies cost $10.00 for the first page and $1.00 for each additional page. Hearing transcripts are covered under MCL 600.2543 and are charged at $3.75 per page for the original and $0.90 per page for copies, with a minimum charge of $50.00. Call (810) 257-3170 to confirm current payment methods before submitting your request.

For FOIA requests covering Genesee County government records (not court records), contact FOIA Coordinator Monaca Elston at 1101 Beach Street Room 312, Flint, MI 48502, by email at foia@geneseecountymi.gov, or by phone at (810) 257-3014. Under MCL 15.231, the county has 5 business days to respond. The first $20.00 in fees is waived for individuals who qualify as indigent.

Points and Driving Records in Genesee County

Michigan's point system is run entirely by the Secretary of State, not the courts. When the 67th District Court reports a conviction or civil infraction finding, the Secretary of State applies the corresponding points to the driver's record. The court has no power to change or waive those points once they are set.

Common point values under state law include 6 points for OWI (MCL 257.625), reckless driving, fleeing a police officer, leaving the scene of an accident, and negligent homicide with a vehicle. Speeding 16 or more mph over the limit is 5 points. Going 11 to 15 over is 4 points. Speeding 1 to 10 mph over the limit, disobeying a traffic signal, improper passing, and failing to stop for a school bus are each 3 points. All other moving violations carry 2 points. Accumulate 12 points within two years and the Secretary of State schedules a reexamination, which can result in added restrictions, testing requirements, or license suspension.

To check your current point total and full driving history, contact the Michigan Secretary of State at michigan.gov/sos or call (517) 322-1624. The 67th District Court manages the local case in Genesee County, but all license and point matters go through the state.

Cities in Genesee County

Flint is the county seat and the location of the 67th District Court's central office. Flint has a dedicated traffic court records page on this site. Other cities and townships in Genesee County, including Burton, Davison, Fenton, and Flushing, are served by the branch divisions of the 67th District Court but do not have separate pages on this site.

• Flint - County seat; served by the central 67th District Court location

Nearby Counties

These counties border Genesee County. Each has its own district court for local traffic matters.