Search Troy DUI Records
OWI and DUI records for Troy, Michigan are handled through the 52nd District Court Division 3 for misdemeanor cases and the Oakland County 6th Circuit Court for felony charges. This page explains how to search court records, request police reports, and use statewide databases to look up OWI history connected to Troy cases.
52nd District Court - Troy Division
Troy OWI cases at the misdemeanor level go through the 52nd District Court, Division 3. The court is at 520 W. Big Beaver Road, Troy, MI 48084. The clerk's office number is 248-823-2800. This division handles first and second OWI cases for Troy residents and anyone arrested in Troy city limits.
Michigan law under MCL 257.625 defines Operating While Intoxicated. A first OWI is a misdemeanor with up to 93 days in jail. A second OWI is also a misdemeanor but carries up to 1 year in jail. Both are handled at the district court level. Michigan eliminated its 10-year lookback rule in 2007. All prior OWI convictions count when determining offense level, no matter how old they are.
The 52nd District Court has three divisions covering different parts of Oakland County. Division 1 is in Rochester Hills. Division 2 is in Clarkston. Division 3 serves Troy. If you are searching for a Troy OWI case, make sure you search Division 3 specifically, though MiCOURT searches across all divisions at once.
| Address | 520 W. Big Beaver Rd, Troy, MI 48084 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 248-823-2800 |
| Case Search | MiCOURT (free) |
| OWI Jurisdiction | 1st and 2nd offense (misdemeanor) |
MiCOURT is the easiest way to search cases online. Go to micourt.courts.michigan.gov/case-search. It is free to use. Search by first and last name or by case number. OWI cases appear with charge codes OD (OWI) or SD (Super Drunk). You can also search by date of birth to narrow results. The system covers district and circuit courts across Michigan.
Troy Police Department Records
The Troy Police Department arrests people for OWI within Troy city limits. Their records division maintains arrest reports, incident narratives, and booking information. The department is located at 500 W. Big Beaver Road, Troy, MI 48084. You can call 248-524-0777 to reach the records unit.
Police records are subject to Michigan's Freedom of Information Act, MCL 15.231. You submit a written request describing the record you want. The department has 5 business days to respond. They will either fulfill the request, deny it with a stated reason, or request an extension. Copies cost a per-page fee set by the department.
An arrest record shows that an arrest occurred. It does not tell you the outcome of the criminal case. Someone arrested for OWI may have had charges reduced, dismissed, or the case may have gone to trial. Always check court records through MiCOURT or the district court clerk to see what happened after the arrest.
Records you can request from Troy Police include OWI arrest reports and incident summaries, booking records with charge information, and field sobriety test documentation in most cases. Records tied to open or pending cases may be partially withheld. Juvenile records have additional restrictions.
To submit a FOIA request, go to the police department in person or mail your request to the records unit. Include the name of the person arrested, the approximate date, and a brief description of the incident. Be as specific as possible. Vague requests may result in the department asking for clarification, which extends the timeline.
Statewide Search Tools for OWI Records
Michigan provides several statewide databases for looking up DUI and OWI records. Each one is useful for different situations. Knowing which tool to use saves time.
ICHAT is run by the Michigan State Police. It is the Internet Criminal History Access Tool. A search costs $10 per person. You search by name and date of birth. Results include criminal convictions from all 83 Michigan counties. OWI convictions show up because they are criminal, not just traffic, matters. ICHAT is at apps.michigan.gov/ICHAT/Login.aspx.
MiCOURT is free and covers current and recent court cases. It does not go as deep into history as ICHAT. But it is updated regularly and shows pending cases that have not yet resulted in conviction. For Troy OWI cases, searching MiCOURT gives you case status, upcoming hearings, and charge details.
OTIS is the Michigan Department of Corrections' Offender Tracking Information System. It is free. It shows people who are incarcerated or under MDOC supervision for felony offenses. A third OWI conviction in Michigan is a felony. If someone is serving time or on parole for a felony OWI, OTIS will show that. Go to michigan.gov/corrections/offender-search.
| Tool | Cost | Coverage | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ICHAT | $10 | All 83 counties, conviction history | Full criminal background check |
| MiCOURT | Free | District and circuit courts | Current and recent cases |
| OTIS | Free | MDOC supervised persons | Felony OWI, incarceration status |
Oakland County 6th Circuit Court
Felony OWI cases from Troy go to the Oakland County 6th Circuit Court. A third OWI offense in Michigan is a felony regardless of how long ago prior convictions occurred. Felony cases start in district court with a preliminary examination, then move to circuit court for trial or plea. The circuit court is at 1200 N. Telegraph Road, Pontiac, MI 48341. The phone number is 248-858-0348.
Oakland County uses a Court Explorer system. It lets the public search circuit court case records online. You can find this tool at oakgov.com/courts/circuit/. Public access terminals are available at the Pontiac courthouse for people who prefer in-person searching. Circuit court records for Troy felony OWI cases will be listed under the defendant's name and the county court docket number.
Certified copies of circuit court records require a request to the clerk's office. There is a fee. Processing can take several business days. For a full overview of Oakland County court resources and how records are organized, visit the Oakland County DUI Records page.
Michigan OWI Law Overview
Michigan's OWI statute is MCL 257.625. It defines what constitutes impaired driving and sets the penalties for each level of offense. Understanding the law helps you understand what a court record means when you find it.
The standard BAC limit in Michigan is 0.08 percent. A driver at or above that level faces an OWI charge. Michigan also has a Super Drunk provision. A BAC of 0.17 percent or higher results in enhanced charges with longer mandatory license suspensions, higher fines, and more jail time. Drivers under 21 face a zero-tolerance standard. Any BAC at or above 0.02 percent can result in charges under Michigan's under-21 OWI rules.
Implied consent is covered by MCL 257.625c. When you drive in Michigan, you consent to chemical testing if stopped on suspicion of OWI. Refusing the test results in automatic license sanctions. The refusal is logged and can be introduced as evidence in the criminal case. A first refusal brings a 1-year license suspension.
Michigan ended its 10-year lookback period in 2007. Before that, only OWI convictions within the past 10 years counted toward the offense level. Now all prior convictions count for life. This means a person who got an OWI 20 years ago and gets a second one today is charged as a second offender, not a first offender.
Michigan's Clean Slate law applies to first-time OWI convictions. A person can petition for expungement after 5 years if they have no other criminal convictions. If the petition is granted, the record is removed from public view. ICHAT results will not show it. However, some agencies retain access to expunged records for specific purposes.
Driving Records Through Secretary of State
Court records and driving records are separate things. Both may show an OWI, but they come from different agencies and show different information. Knowing the difference matters when you are searching for someone's history.
The Michigan Secretary of State maintains driving records. A driving record shows license status, points, suspensions, and traffic-related convictions. OWI convictions appear on driving records. Standard driving records cover 7 years. Complete records go further back and cost more. You can get a driving record at any SOS branch or online through the SOS website.
Court records show the full picture of what happened in court. Charges, plea or verdict, sentences, fines, probation terms. For Troy OWI cases, start with MiCOURT or contact the 52nd District Court clerk. If the case involved a felony charge, check the 6th Circuit Court records. Certified documents require contacting the clerk's office directly. Online tools show information but do not produce certified copies.