Troy Released Inmates Database
Troy released inmates records are handled through two main systems. The Troy Police Department keeps local arrest and booking data at its station on West Big Beaver Road. But Troy does not have its own jail. People arrested here go to the Oakland County Jail in Pontiac. So to find out if someone has been released after a Troy arrest, you check with Oakland County. The CLEMIS system ties the whole thing together for law enforcement across the county. You can also use state tools like OTIS and ICHAT to search for released inmates connected to Troy. This page covers each option and what to expect from the records process.
Troy Overview
Troy Police Records and Released Inmates
The Troy Police Department has a dedicated Records Section that handles all record requests. The department has been in service since 1952. The records team is your first stop for local arrest info tied to Troy. You can reach them at 248.524.3437 or email policerecords@troymi.gov. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
The Troy Police Department main page below shows the department's services and how to reach each division.
From this page you can navigate to the records section, divisions, and contact information for the Troy Police Department.
The records page details fees and how to file requests. Police reports cannot be emailed. Even if you send your request by email, the actual report gets mailed to your physical address. This is a Troy-specific rule. Include your full name, mailing address, and a valid phone number or email with any request. The first $20 worth of search and copy work is free. After that, labor runs $7.00 per 15-minute block and copies cost $0.32 per page. A local criminal history check from Troy is $18.00. Cash, check, and credit card are all accepted at the records counter.
The records page shown above lists fee schedules, request procedures, and the types of documents Troy will release to the public.
| Office | Troy Police Department - Records Section |
|---|---|
| Address | 500 West Big Beaver Road, Troy, MI 48084 |
| Records Phone | 248.524.3437 |
| Records Email | policerecords@troymi.gov |
| Hours | Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM |
Troy Police Divisions and Released Inmates
The Troy Police Department has several divisions that play a role in the arrest and release process. Patrol handles the initial contact and arrest. Investigations picks up cases that need follow-up work. The Support Services division covers records, evidence, and administrative functions. Understanding which division handled a case can help you narrow down your records request.
The divisions and units page on the Troy city website breaks down the department structure.
This page lists each division and its role within the Troy Police Department, which is useful when you need to know who handled a specific arrest or case.
The 52-4 District Court in Troy handles misdemeanor cases and preliminary hearings for felonies. Court records can fill in gaps that booking records leave open. If someone was arrested in Troy, court records show whether charges were dropped, whether there was a conviction, or if the case is still pending. You can search these cases through MiCOURT by party name or case number.
Troy CLEMIS System for Released Inmates
Troy is part of the CLEMIS network. CLEMIS stands for Courts and Law Enforcement Management Information System. It is the shared platform used by Oakland County agencies for tracking bookings, releases, court dates, and records. When Troy police arrest someone and they get taken to Oakland County Jail, their info goes into CLEMIS. The system has over 50 million person records and covers 242 law enforcement agencies across 11 counties.
The Online Citizen Police Reporting System lets you file certain types of reports for Troy without going to the station. The agency code for Troy is TR. You can report identity theft, larceny, lost property, and vandalism through this tool. It is not for released inmates searches, but it runs on the same CLEMIS platform.
The CLEMIS reporting page above covers six types of non-emergency reports. For arrest and release records, go through the records section or FOIA.
For traffic crash reports, the CLEMIS system has an online purchase option. Reports are usually ready five to seven business days after the crash. You need an incident number or a driver's license number plus the crash date. They accept Visa, MasterCard, and Discover.
The crash report tool runs through the same CLEMIS platform that Troy uses for all its law enforcement records management.
Oakland County Jail and Troy Released Inmates
Troy does not have a city jail. People arrested by Troy Police get transported to the Oakland County Jail at 1201 N. Telegraph Road in Pontiac. The Oakland County Sheriff's Office runs the facility. So when you search for Troy released inmates, Oakland County Jail is where the custody and release records live.
VINELink at vinelink.com lets you check an inmate's custody status and sign up for alerts. You get a call or email when the person's status changes. This works for anyone in Oakland County custody, including people arrested in Troy. The Oakland County ticket payment system connects to the court side of things for cases moving through the 52-4 District Court.
The Oakland County ticket payment page ties into the court system that processes cases from Troy arrests.
Note: Troy arrests go to Oakland County Jail in Pontiac, so check the county system first for custody and release records.
Troy Released Inmates FOIA Requests
Michigan's Freedom of Information Act under MCL 15.231 gives you the right to request records from the Troy Police Department. Submit by email to policerecords@troymi.gov, by mail, or in person at 500 W. Big Beaver Road. Standard response time is five business days. Electronic requests get six business days. The department can take a ten-day extension if needed.
Fees break down like this. The first $20 is waived. After that, expect $7.00 per 15-minute block of labor and $0.32 per copied page. Photos cost $0.50 each, or $5.00 if burned to a CD. Mailing is $0.46. CAD short reports are $3.50. The department may ask for prepayment if the bill looks high. Under MCL 791.230a, certain inmate details stay private. Medical records and some personal information will not be released. But basic arrest facts, charges, and release dates are public.
State Resources for Troy Released Inmates
Several state tools help you search for released inmates tied to Troy. OTIS from the Michigan Department of Corrections covers anyone who served time in a state prison. It is free. Search by name or MDOC number. Records stay in OTIS for three years after discharge. The ICHAT system costs $10 and gives a broader criminal history check across the entire state.
MiCOURT lets you search court cases by party name or case number. This can connect a Troy arrest to a court outcome in Oakland County. The Michigan State Archives holds historical prison records from 1839 through 1987. For older Troy released inmates records, the archives may help. Call (517) 373-1408 for research questions.
- OTIS for state prison released inmates (free, last 3 years)
- ICHAT for statewide criminal history ($10)
- MiCOURT for court case searches (free)
- VINELink for custody alerts (free)
Oakland County Released Inmates
Troy is in Oakland County. All jail operations go through the Oakland County Sheriff's Office. For more details on the county system and jail records, visit the Oakland County page.
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