How do I find birth records in Michigan?
Interested persons can obtain these publicly available birth records through the Vital Records Office of the MDHHS.
What happened to seeking Michigan?
Replaces Popular “Seeking Michigan” Website The new website replaces “Seeking Michigan,” the archives’ first online platform for sharing digital records. The archives team determined that although Seeking Michigan was unique, it was time to create a new system with more capacity that could better serve the public.
When did Bay County Michigan start issuing birth certificates?
Birth records for births occurring in Bay County are available beginning the year of 1868. In order for the birth record to be on file in Bay County, the birth must have occurred in Bay County. Birth certificates are not public records, they are confidential records and available only to the person or parents of the person named on that record.
Where can I find Bay County marriage records?
If you have any further questions, please call (989) 895-4280. Marriage records for Bay County are available beginning the year of 1868. Marriage licenses are filed in the county of application. Your request can be processed ONLY if the marriage license was APPLIED for in Bay County, Michigan.
What does the county clerk of Bay County do?
The office also secures military discharge records, verifies notary public applications for the state, and concealed weapons permits. The County Clerk is also Clerk of the 18 th Judicial Circuit Court and maintains all court files.
How much does it cost to get a Bay County death certificate?
Death certificates are filed in the county in which the death occurred. Your request can be processed ONLY if the death was in Bay County, Michigan. Effective January 1, 2007, the first certified copy, with the raised seal, is $14.00. Each additional certified copy of the same record, requested at the same time is an additional $3.00.