Birth Records in Warren, Michigan
Warren birth records are filed and issued by the Macomb County Clerk, located in Mount Clemens. Warren is Michigan's third-largest city, with over 136,000 residents, and is the most populous city in Macomb County. All birth certificates for Warren residents and people born in Warren are handled at the county level. The Macomb County Clerk keeps birth records going back to 1867. You can request records in person, by mail, or through the county's appointment system. Knowing the steps and what to bring makes the process faster.
Warren Overview
Where to Get Warren Birth Records
Warren birth certificates come from the Macomb County Clerk's office in Mount Clemens. The clerk handles all birth records for Macomb County, including Warren, Sterling Heights, Clinton Township, and all other cities and townships in the county. The office is at 120 N. Main Street in Mount Clemens. That is about 10 miles northeast of Warren's city center.
The Macomb County Clerk uses a FastPass appointment system for vital records requests. This means you book a time slot before you go, rather than waiting in a general line. Using FastPass saves time and makes sure staff are ready for you when you arrive. Check the Macomb County website for how to schedule your appointment before you make the drive.
| Office | Macomb County Clerk - Register of Deeds |
|---|---|
| Address | 120 N. Main Street Mount Clemens, MI 48043 |
| Phone | (586) 469-5205 |
| Hours | Monday & Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:15 PM Tuesday & Thursday: 8:00 AM - 1:30 PM Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM |
| Website | macombgov.org - Birth Records |
Note the shorter hours on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The office closes at 1:30 PM those days, which catches some people off guard. Wednesday hours are extended until 7:00 PM, which is useful if you work regular business hours and can't get there during the day. Plan your visit around these times to avoid a wasted trip.
The Macomb County Clerk's birth records page has current information on fees, required forms, and the FastPass scheduling system for in-person visits.
How to Request Warren Birth Records
The Macomb County Clerk accepts requests in person, by mail, and online. In-person visits through the FastPass system are the fastest way to get your birth certificate. You book your appointment, arrive on time, bring your ID and payment, and staff process your request while you wait.
For mail requests, write to the Macomb County Clerk at 120 N. Main Street, Mount Clemens, MI 48043. Include a completed request form, a photocopy of your government-issued ID, a check or money order for the fee payable to the Macomb County Clerk, and a self-addressed stamped envelope. Download the request form from macombgov.org before you send your request. Processing times for mail requests vary based on volume, so plan ahead.
You can also request a Warren birth certificate from the state. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services issues certified birth certificates through their vital records office. Go to michigan.gov/mdhhs to see state-level options. You can also order state copies through VitalChek's Michigan vital records page. State copies take longer but cover the same records.
Warren Birth Record Fees
Macomb County charges $15 for the first certified copy of a birth certificate. Each additional copy ordered at the same time costs $5. These fees are set by the county and are subject to change. Always confirm the current fee before you go or mail your payment.
Pay by check or money order when mailing a request. Make it payable to the Macomb County Clerk. In-person payments at the FastPass counter may accept cash, check, or card. Call (586) 469-5205 to confirm what the office accepts before your visit. Do not send cash in the mail.
If you order a state copy through MDHHS, the cost is $34 for the first certified copy and $16 for each additional. County copies are less expensive for most Warren residents. Choosing the county route through Macomb County saves money if you just need one or two copies.
Who Can Get a Warren Birth Certificate
Michigan law controls who can get a certified birth certificate. Under MCL 333.2882, a certified copy goes to the person named on the record if they are 18 or older, a parent or legal guardian, an authorized legal representative, or someone holding a valid court order. You must present a valid government-issued photo ID when you make the request.
If you are requesting a record for someone else, bring proof of your relationship or legal authority. For a minor's record, a parent or legal guardian can request it. Court-appointed representatives need to bring the court order. Staff at the Macomb County Clerk's office can explain exactly what documents you need for your situation. The law under MCL 333.2813 governs how vital records are kept and who has access.
For genealogy and historical research, Michigan makes birth records public after 100 years. Older Warren birth records are accessible to researchers with fewer restrictions. If you need a record from 1924 or earlier, contact the Macomb County Clerk to ask about genealogical access procedures.
Nearby Cities in Macomb County
Several other large Macomb County cities are near Warren. Their residents use the same Macomb County Clerk office for birth certificate requests.
- Sterling Heights - Macomb County, adjacent to Warren
- Clinton Township - Macomb County, north of Warren
Macomb Township is also in Macomb County but does not have a dedicated page on this site. Residents there use the same Macomb County Clerk office in Mount Clemens.
Macomb County Birth Records
Warren is in Macomb County, and the Macomb County Clerk handles all birth records for the city. The county page covers the full details on how to request records, current fees, the FastPass appointment system, and mail request instructions. For everything you need to know about Macomb County birth records, visit the county page.