Search Huron County Released Inmates
Huron County released inmates records are kept by the Huron County Sheriff's Office in Bad Axe, located in Michigan's Thumb region. The county has a population around 31,000. The jail is a small facility that serves this rural area along the Lake Huron shoreline. To search for released inmates from the Huron County Jail, you can call the sheriff office or use statewide databases like OTIS and VINELink. For written records, a FOIA request to the Huron County Sheriff gives you access to booking and release data.
Huron County Overview
Huron County Sheriff and Released Inmates Records
The Huron County Sheriff's Office manages the county jail in Bad Axe. It is a small facility that handles a modest number of bookings compared to Michigan's urban counties. Staff can give you information about current inmates and recent releases over the phone. For more detailed records, you will need to submit a written request.
Huron County sits at the tip of Michigan's Thumb, bordered by Lake Huron on two sides. The county is part of the 52nd Judicial Circuit, which serves Huron County alone. The sheriff keeps all jail records, including booking logs and release data. The circuit court clerk handles case files and sentencing documents. If you need both types of records for a released inmate from Huron County, you may need to reach out to both offices. Under MCL 791.230a, basic booking and release info is public. Medical records and certain personal details stay protected from public disclosure.
| Office | Huron County Sheriff's Office |
|---|---|
| Address | 120 S. Heisterman Street, Bad Axe, MI 48413 |
| Phone | (989) 269-6500 |
| County Seat | Bad Axe |
Note: Huron County is in Michigan's Thumb region, so neighboring counties like Tuscola and Sanilac may also have relevant released inmates records.
How to Find Huron County Released Inmates
There are a few ways to search for released inmates tied to Huron County. The right one depends on where the person was held. County jail records are with the sheriff. State prison records go through MDOC.
For county jail records, call the Huron County Sheriff's Office at (989) 269-6500. Give them the person's name and any dates you have. They can check their system and tell you if someone was booked, what the charges were, and when they got out. For a formal copy, submit a FOIA request in writing. Send it to 120 S. Heisterman Street, Bad Axe, MI 48413. Include a clear description of the records you want plus your name and contact details.
The OTIS database from the Michigan Department of Corrections is the main tool for state prison records. It is free. OTIS shows current inmates, parolees, and anyone discharged from MDOC within three years. Search by name or MDOC number. If someone from Huron County served state prison time and was released, OTIS has that data.
VINELink lets you check custody status for anyone held in Huron County or anywhere in Michigan. You can register for alerts so you get notified when an inmate is released or transferred. This is a good option if you want real-time updates on someone held at the Huron County Jail.
The Michigan State Archives, shown above, holds historical prison records from 1839 through 1987, including old released inmates data from the Huron County area.
Huron County FOIA for Jail Records
Under MCL 15.231, Michigan's Freedom of Information Act, you can request records from the Huron County Sheriff's Office. This covers booking logs, release records, and other jail documentation. Put your request in writing and be specific. The more details you provide, the easier it is for staff to find what you need.
Response time is five business days. Extensions of up to ten days are allowed for complex requests. Copy fees run about $0.10 per page. Labor charges may apply at the rate of the lowest-paid employee who can handle the search. You can mail your request to the sheriff office in Bad Axe or bring it in person.
Some records cannot be released. Medical information and certain personal details about inmates are exempt. However, the basic facts about released inmates from Huron County, like offense type, booking date, and release date, are generally available through the FOIA process.
State Tools for Huron County Released Inmates
State-level tools expand your search beyond the Huron County Sheriff. The Michigan Department of Corrections runs OTIS for state prison records. The ICHAT system from the Michigan State Police costs $10 and gives you a full criminal history check covering arrests and convictions statewide. ICHAT catches records that OTIS does not, making it useful for a more complete search.
The MiCOURT case search lets you look up court cases by name or case number. For Huron County, this connects arrests to court outcomes from the 52nd Circuit Court. It is free to start, though some records need a subscription.
The Michigan State Archives has historical prison records from 1839 to 1987. The Michigan Sex Offender Registry under MCL 28.721 tracks registered offenders. You can search by name, zip code, or county to check released inmates in the Huron County area.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Huron County in the Thumb region. Check with them if you need to look up where someone was booked.