Warren Traffic Ticket Records

Warren traffic ticket records are filed at the 37th District Court, which handles all civil infractions and misdemeanor traffic offenses for Warren and neighboring Center Line. Warren is Michigan's third-largest city, with about 140,000 residents spread across a dense grid of major roads. If you need to search a citation, look up a case number, or get copies of traffic records from Warren, the 37th District Court is where those records live. MiCOURT also provides free online access to basic case information for cases filed in Warren.

37th District Court - Warren Traffic Records

The 37th District Court handles all traffic ticket cases for Warren. It sits at 14140 E 12 Mile Road in Warren. This is one of the busiest district courts in Macomb County. When you get a ticket in Warren, the citation goes to this court. That is where the record is created, and that is where you go to pay, contest, or request copies.

Traffic violations in Warren come from a wide range of major roads. Officers enforce speed limits and traffic laws on Van Dyke Avenue, Mound Road, 8 Mile Road, and 12 Mile Road. Red light camera programs also generate citations in some areas of the city. All of those cases run through the 37th District Court. Under MCL 257.907, civil infractions are resolved by admission, admission with explanation, or at an informal or formal hearing before the court.

The court offers online payment for fines, so you may not need to visit in person to pay a ticket. However, if you want copies of records, you need to contact the court directly. Copy fees run $1.00 per page for plain copies and $10.00 for certified copies. The Traffic Division can be reached directly at (586) 574-4915 for questions about specific cases or fines. The court accepts cash, check, money order, and credit card for payments.

Three judges currently handle the Warren caseload: Hon. John W. Chmura (Chief Judge), Hon. Matthew P. Switalski, and Hon. Michael C. Chupa. The court is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. If you are requesting records by mail, send your request with full name, approximate date, case number if known, and payment to the 37th District Court at the address below.

The 37th District Court website lists traffic resources, forms, and online payment options for Warren and Center Line violations.

Search Warren Traffic Records Online

The primary tool for searching Warren traffic ticket records online is MiCOURT, Michigan's statewide case search system. MiCOURT is free to use and does not require an account. You can search by name or case number. Results show the charges, hearing dates, case status, and disposition. It is a good first step before calling or visiting the 37th District Court.

The 37th District Court also has its own website at 37thdistrictcourt.org with case-specific resources and online payment. The Michigan Courts website provides a directory of all district courts and links to individual court pages across the state, making it easy to confirm you have the right court for a Warren case.

Keep in mind that MiCOURT shows public case data only. If a record is sealed or restricted, it will not appear in the search. For certified copies or full case file documents, you still need to contact the 37th District Court directly. Staff can search by name or case number and provide copies in person or by mail.

Points and Your Driving Record

Traffic convictions from Warren cases go on your Michigan driving record through the point system set out in MCL 257.320. Points are added to your record when you are convicted or when you fail to respond to a civil infraction notice. The number of points depends on the violation. Minor speeding may be two points. More serious offenses like reckless driving carry higher totals.

Michigan tracks points over a two-year window. If you reach 12 or more points, the Secretary of State may require you to appear for a reexamination. That can lead to restricted driving privileges or a suspension. Points do not drop off automatically at 12 months. The full two-year period applies. Checking your current point total before a hearing date can help you decide whether to contest a ticket or seek a plea to a lower offense.

Your driving record is maintained by the Michigan Secretary of State, not the 37th District Court. You can order a copy of your abstract through ExpressSOS online or visit a local SOS office. The abstract shows all convictions, points, and license actions on your record. It is a separate document from court records, but a conviction at the 37th District Court flows directly into the SOS system.

Common Warren violations and their point values: speeding 1-5 mph over the limit carries no points; speeding 6-10 mph over is 2 points; speeding 11-15 mph over is 3 points; and 16 or more mph over carries 4 points. Reckless driving is 6 points. Failing to stop at a red light or stop sign is 3 points. Moving violations that cause a crash can add extra points on top of the base offense.

Getting Copies of Warren Traffic Records

To get copies of traffic ticket records from Warren cases, contact the 37th District Court clerk. Plain copies cost $1.00 per page. Certified copies cost $10.00. Certified copies are usually needed for legal proceedings, insurance disputes, or license reinstatement matters. Plain copies work for personal reference. You can request copies in person at the courthouse or by mail.

For mail requests, write to the 37th District Court at 14140 E 12 Mile Road, Warren, MI 48088. Include the full name on the citation, the approximate date of the offense, the case number if you have it, and a check or money order for the copy fee. The Traffic Division phone number is (586) 574-4915 if you need to ask about fees or confirm a case before sending payment.

If you need a copy of your full driving record rather than a specific court case, use the BDVR-154 form from the Michigan Secretary of State. Under MCL 257.208c, individuals have the right to request their own driving record. You can do this online through ExpressSOS or by visiting a Secretary of State branch office. The SOS abstract and the court record together give you the most complete picture of any traffic case from Warren.

Macomb County Traffic Records

Warren is in Macomb County. The county page covers all six district courts in Macomb, county-level records access, and the Macomb County Circuit Court for serious traffic cases.

Macomb County Traffic Records

Nearby Cities

Other large cities in Macomb County have their own traffic ticket records pages with local court details.