Wyoming Civil Court Records Lookup

Wyoming civil court records are managed by the 62-A District Court and the Kent County 17th Circuit Court. The 62-A District Court serves Wyoming exclusively and handles civil disputes up to $25,000. Larger claims go to the 17th Circuit Court in Grand Rapids. Wyoming is the second-largest city in Kent County and sits just south of Grand Rapids. This page explains how to look up Wyoming civil court records, the courts responsible for those files, fees for copies, and the online search tools you can use to find case information.

Courts Serving Wyoming Civil Cases

The 62-A District Court is Wyoming's local court for civil matters. It sits at 2650 DeHoop Avenue SW in Wyoming and serves only the City of Wyoming. Under MCL 600.8301, this district court has jurisdiction over civil cases up to $25,000. Small claims up to $7,000 are also heard here. The 62-A is one of several district courts in Kent County, each serving a specific geographic area.

Civil cases exceeding $25,000 are filed at the 17th Circuit Court in Grand Rapids. The Kent County Clerk's office maintains circuit court records and handles copy requests. The 17th Circuit Court has general jurisdiction over Kent County and takes civil litigation, appeals from district court, and other matters beyond the district court's dollar limit. MCR 8.119 requires both courts to keep records open to the public unless sealed by court order.

Wyoming Court Contact Information

Below is the contact information for the courts that handle Wyoming civil court records.

How to Search Wyoming Court Records Online

The Kent County Search Court Records page is the best starting point for finding Wyoming civil court records online. This page provides links to the available search systems for courts throughout Kent County. The main tool is the MiCOURT Case Search portal, which covers the 62-A District Court and the 17th Circuit Court.

MiCOURT lets you search by party name, case number, or attorney bar number. Pick the 62-A District Court from the court dropdown to focus your search on Wyoming cases. Results include the filing date, case type, parties, case status, and the register of actions. The register of actions lists every event in the case, from the initial complaint to the final judgment. It is free to use and available around the clock.

For circuit court cases, Kent County also offers a Name Search tool that requires an account. This system covers the 17th Circuit Court and lets you look up cases by party name. It provides more detail than MiCOURT for circuit court cases in some situations. Neither online tool provides downloadable copies of actual documents. They show case information and docket entries only.

Getting Copies of Wyoming Civil Court Records

Visit the 62-A District Court at 2650 DeHoop Avenue SW to request copies of Wyoming civil court records in person. Bring the case number or the names of the parties. The clerk can pull up the case and print copies while you wait. Standard copies cost $1 to $2 per page. Certified copies carry a $10 to $11 certification fee plus the per-page charge.

Mail requests are also accepted. Send a letter with the case details, a description of what documents you need, payment by check or money order, and a self-addressed stamped envelope. Mail it to the 62-A District Court at the address listed above. For circuit court records, contact the Kent County Clerk's office. Copy fees at the circuit level are similar, running $1 to $2 per page for standard copies and $10 to $11 plus page fees for certified copies under MCL 600.2546.

Remember that court records are not covered by Michigan's FOIA law. MCL 15.232(h)(iv) specifically exempts court records from FOIA. All requests go through the court clerk's office directly.

Civil Cases Filed in Wyoming

Wyoming civil court records cover general civil claims, small claims, contract disputes, debt collection, and personal injury cases under $25,000. Small claims follow a simplified procedure and cap at $7,000. You do not need an attorney for small claims, though you can bring one. The 62-A District Court handles these cases efficiently since it serves just one city.

Cases that exceed the $25,000 limit are filed at the 17th Circuit Court. These include larger business disputes, property litigation, construction cases, and appeals. Under MCR 1.109, personal information like social security numbers and full dates of birth must be redacted from public filings. The circuit court also handles domestic relations cases, though those are filed in a separate division and subject to different rules.

The Kent County website provides a directory of district courts that serve each area of the county, including Wyoming. Below is a screenshot of that directory page.

This page lists contact information and addresses for the 62-A District Court and other district courts across Kent County.

Legal Help in Wyoming

Michigan Legal Help offers free legal information and self-help tools for Wyoming residents dealing with civil court cases. The site covers how to file a complaint, respond to a lawsuit, and navigate the court process. It also has downloadable court forms and links to local legal aid organizations.

Legal Aid of Western Michigan serves Kent County residents who meet income requirements. They provide free assistance with certain types of civil cases. The Grand Rapids Bar Association also has a lawyer referral service. For electronic filing, the MiFILE portal handles document submissions for both the district and circuit courts. Technical support for MiFILE is available at 855-959-8868.

Kent County Court Records

Wyoming is part of Kent County. For more about court records across the county, visit the Kent County page.

Nearby Cities

Grand Rapids is the other qualifying city in Kent County with a dedicated court records page.