Probate Records Request/ Transcript Request

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Records Request

How can I access probate court records?

You may go to the Court’s website, www.wcpc.us, and click on the “Case Access” tab.

Transcript Request

Frequently Asked Questions:

  1. Do I need a transcript to appeal?

    Yes. Written transcripts may be ordered by using the court-approved “Request for Transcript” form. Provide the form to the certified court reporter you select to prepare the transcript.

  2. Can I get a written transcript of a matter not appealed?

    Yes. Written transcripts may be ordered by using the court-approved “Request for Transcript” form (see link below).

To Request a Transcript:

  1. Complete the form “(opens in new window)Request for Hearing Record and Transcript WCPC240” and submit it to the certified court reporter of your choosing.
  2. You may obtain names of certified court reports (CER, CSR, or CSMR) by accessing the Michigan Supreme Court's website (opens in new window)here .

    3. Here are a couple local certified court reporters who may be available:

    Court Reporter Phone Number
    Angell Cyars (313) 617-1844
    Dona Wash (313) 231-1090

    Court reporters or records are entitled to demand and receive per page for a transcript ordered by any person the sum of $3.75 per original page and 90 cents per page for each copy, the minimum charge for a transcript is $50.00 for the original and 90 cents per page for any copy requested per MCL 600.2543; see also MCL 600.878.

  3. The selected certified court reporter must present the completed “Request For Hearing Record” form to the Chief Deputy Probate Register’s OfficeLaw by emailing ChiefDepReg@wcpc.us, and will obtain a video record of the hearing to prepare the transcript.
  4. Please contact the Chief Deputy Probate Register’s Office at the email above if there are any questions regarding this process.

Rev. 04/25