PROSECUTING ATTORNEY’S OFFICE
The Prosecuting Attorney, chief law enforcement official in Emmet County, is responsible for a wide array of legal functions for the county with over 250 duties created by the state legislature. Click here to read more about the responsibilities and duties of the PA’s Office.
Phone: (231) 348-1725
Fax: (231) 348-0686
Email: PA@emmetcounty.org
Location: The Prosecuting Attorney’s office is located in the Emmet County Building on the ground floor in suite G42. All visitors must enter at the Lake Street entrance and go through security procedures currently in place. Except for specific holidays, the PA’s office hours are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., including through the lunch hour.

Emmet County Prosecuting Attorney
MIKE SCHUITEMA
Mike Schuitema, a distinguished graduate of the University of Virginia School of Law, has been an integral part of the County since 2016, contributing his extensive legal expertise and steadfast dedication to justice. With a demonstrated history of integrity, diligence, and professionalism, Schuitema is poised to uphold and advance the values of fairness and accountability within the legal system.
Having served in various capacities within the legal arena, Schuitema’s appointment signifies a continuation of Emmet County’s tradition of excellence in legal leadership. His profound understanding of the complexities of the law, coupled with his dedication to serving the community, positions him as an exemplary choice to lead the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office.
In assuming the responsibilities of Prosecuting Attorney, Schuitema acknowledges the profound trust bestowed upon him by the residents of Emmet County. He pledges to carry out his duties with the utmost integrity, ensuring that justice is administered fairly and impartially to all individuals within the community.
Please join us in extending warm congratulations to Mike Schuitema as he embarks on this new chapter of service to the people of Emmet County.
ASSISTANT PROSECUTORS
STUART FENTON Chief Assistant Prosecutor Wayne State University Law School |
CHRISTINE B. BURKE Assistant Prosecutor University of Oregon School of Law |
ELISE G. PLANCON Assistant Prosecutor Michigan State University College of Law |
GABRIEL R. MATTICE Assistant Prosecutor William S. Richardson School of Law at the University of Hawaii at Mano |
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF
To speak with someone in the Prosecutor’s Office, please call (231) 348-1725 or send an email to PA@emmetcounty.org.
ASHLEY WILLIAMS Prosecuting Attorney’s Office Manager |
KRISTI HOUGHTON Victim Advocate/Witness Coordinator |
CORINNE KOURY Child Support Specialist |
LIZ PETTENGILL Legal Secretary |
DANIELLE MERRILL Legal Secretary |
AMY SEWELL Receptionist & Part-time Advocate |