Death records frequently asked questions
Welcome to the Death Records "Frequently Asked Questions" page of the Macomb County Clerk / Register of Deeds website. Below you will find answers to typical questions about searching and obtaining death records in Macomb County.
How can I find out if someone died in Macomb County?
CLICK HERE to search the death record database.
Who can purchase a death certificate?
Anyone can purchase a death certificate because they are public record.
How much is a death certificate?
The fee is $15 for the first certified copy and $5 for each additional certified copy of the same record.
Can I purchase a death certificate from my local city office?
If a person died in Eastpointe, St. Clair Shores, Sterling Heights or Warren, you can contact that city directly.
If a person lived in Macomb County, but died in another county in Michigan, where do I get the death record from?
Death certificates are obtained in the county where the death occurred.
- Mailing Address: Macomb County Death Records, 120 North Main Street, Mount Clemens, MI 48043
- Phone: 586-469-5205