Marriage records in Livingston County, Michigan, are available through several channels. LivingstonCourt.us allows you to quickly find publicly available information about marriage records in the county. Additionally, records can be obtained directly from the County Clerk's office, which issues marriage licenses and maintains the corresponding documents. Requests are also accepted in person, by mail, and through the Michigan state online portal for ordering birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificates.
Livingston Marriage Records Search
In Livingston County, marriage records are maintained by the County Clerk's office. This office issues marriage licenses, registers returned certificates after the ceremony, and keeps archival records. The collection includes issued licenses, registered marriage certificates, and historical records dating back decades. At the state level, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) maintains a centralized database of vital records since 1867.
To start a search, contact the County Clerk's office:
If you need information about county court cases, use the MiCOURT case search — this portal covers all courts in Michigan, including the Livingston County Probate Court.
Certified Marriage Record Copies and Fees in Livingston
The cost of services depends on where you order the copy — at the county level or through the state. Below is an approximate fee schedule according to the current rates of Michigan MDHHS and the County Clerk's office.
| Service | Cost |
|---|---|
| Certified copy (first) — through the state | $26.00 |
| Additional certified copy (in one order) — through the state | $12.00 |
| Certified copy — through County Clerk | Check with the office |
| Search fee (if the exact date is unknown) | Included in the copy cost |
State fees are set according to the rates of the Vital Records Office at MDHHS. The processing time for a request through the state usually takes several weeks; when visiting the County Clerk in person, a copy is often issued the same day. To confirm current county-level fees, call (517) 546-0500.
Order Marriage Certificates Online or In Person in Livingston
There are three main ways to order a marriage certificate.
Online
The state of Michigan accepts online orders for certified copies through the Vital Records portal of the MDHHS Department. You will need:
- Full names of both spouses
- Date of marriage (or approximate period)
- County where the marriage was registered
- Payment by card
In Person
Visit the Livingston County Clerk's office at:
Bring a valid photo ID. A copy is usually issued on the day of the visit.
By Mail
Send a written request to the County Clerk's office or the state Vital Records Office. Include in the envelope:
- Completed request form (available on the MDHHS website or by contacting the Clerk's office)
- Copy of photo ID
- Check or money order for the appropriate amount
- Self-addressed stamped envelope
Mail requests to the state take longer to process — usually from three to six weeks. A request directly to the County Clerk may be faster. If you are unsure of the exact date of the event, provide an approximate range of years — the office will search its records.