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July 17, 2023
Many transactions can be done at Michigan.gov/SOS
Clinton Township, Mich. – The Secretary of State office at 37015 S. Gratiot Ave. in Clinton Township will be closed for two weeks for a remodeling project, but most residents can go online to Michigan.gov/SOS instead for their transactions.
The office will not open today, July 17, and will resume normal service at 9 a.m. on Monday, July 31.
Renovations include changes to the counter, new carpet and a fresh coat of paint. Electrical updates also will be done as part of the project.
Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson’s administration has doubled the number of services available online and now most transactions can be done from computer, tablet or mobile phone.
Self-service stations are available for instant registration, driver’s license and ID renewals, as well as some other transactions. There are machines located in the vicinity at the following locations:
Residents who need to come into an office for Secretary of State services during the remodeling period may schedule their visit at the next closest offices at Michigan.gov/SOS or by calling 888-767-6424.
The nearest offices are located at:
The offices are open weekdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., except Wednesdays, when the hours are 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
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