THE REGISTER OF DEEDS OFFICE 

AND THE CLERK'S OFFICE  

WILL BE CLOSED ON

THURSDAY, APRIL 30TH FROM 2:00 P.M. UNTIL 5:00 P.M.

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IMPORTANT PASSPORT INFORMATION:  

DUE TO THE AVAILIBILITY OF A PASSPORT ACCEPTANCE AGENT, PASSPORTS ARE BY APPOINTMENT ONLY!  

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Welcome from Register of Deeds, Debra A. Sutherland
It is a pleasure to serve as the Clinton County Register of Deeds and County Clerk. My offices are committed to providing every customer with accurate, efficient, and courteous service. Should you have the opportunity to do business with either the Register of Deeds or County Clerk’s Office, I hope your experience is a positive one and that my staff is able to meet your needs with professionalism and care.

About the Register of Deeds

Deb Sutherland was appointed as County Clerk/Register of Deeds in April of 2022, effective July of 2022, by the Circuit Judges and was elected in November of 2024.  Deb served as Chief Deputy Clerk/Register of Deeds from 1999 - 2022.  

Duties & Responsibilities
The Register of Deeds is responsible for maintaining the land records system – a critical economic infrastructure for Clinton County. Our goal is to maximize access, accuracy, and performance of our system to assure the efficient transaction of business in the county.

Services
We provide other services to support the needs of residents including passport processing, notarial services, record copying, and basic property record searches.

For More Information
We are a source for businesses and residents who need assistance or want information related to general property transactions. Feel free to contact us with your questions, concerns or needs by email or by phone at 989-224-5270