Military Discharge Records Information Page
Welcome to the Military Discharge Records Information page of the Macomb County Clerk / Register of Deeds website. Below you will find information on how to file Military Discharge Papers and how to obtain a certified copy of a Macomb County Military Discharge Record.
Filing Military Discharge Papers
It is the responsibility of the service person to file copies of the original military discharge documents with the County Clerk's Office in the county they reside.
If you need to obtain your military discharge documents, DD-214, for filing with the County Clerk’s office, write to: National Personnel Records Center, Military Records Branch, 9700 Page Boulevard, St. Louis, MO 63132 or visit the National Archives Veterans Service Records website.
Where to File
File copies of the original documents at the Macomb County Clerk's Offices.
Make an appointment to visit the Macomb County Clerk's Office Vital Records Department at 120 N Main in Mount Clemens.
Required Information
- Military discharge papers (DD214)
- Completed documents with original signatures
How To Obtain A Certified Copy Of A Macomb County Military Discharge
If the military discharge records have been filed with the County Clerk’s office you may request a copy in person or by mail.
Macomb County military discharge records are not available for viewing, but may be obtained by the discharged military person or beneficiaries only. Heirs must provide proof of death and evidence of relationship.
Records will be on file only in the military personnel’s county of residence if the service person previously arranged for the filing (see Filing Military Discharge Papers, above).
If unsure of where a discharge was filed, write to National Personnel Records Center, Military Records Branch, 9700 Page Boulevard, St. Louis, MO 63132 or visit the National Archives Veterans Service Records website.
Request A Copy By Mail
Write a letter stating the required information, and enclose a check or money order. Mail to Macomb County Clerk, Attn: Military Discharges, 120 North Main, Mount Clemens, MI 48043.
Request A Copy In Person
Make an appointment to visit the Macomb County Clerk's Office Vital Records Department at 120 N Main in Mount Clemens.
Request a Copy Online
- Request a copy of a Macomb County military discharge record safely and securely online using your credit card.
Vital Records Request Form
CLICK HERE to download the Macomb County Vital Records Request Form and Instructions (PDF)
Required Information
- Picture identification (driver's license) must be provided.
Fees
- No copy fees required