Access Lapeer County Released Inmates
Lapeer County released inmates records are maintained by the Lapeer County Sheriff's Office in the city of Lapeer in eastern Michigan. With a population of about 88,000, Lapeer County is a mid-sized county that sits between the Flint and Port Huron areas. The sheriff office operates the county jail and keeps all booking and release records. You can contact them by phone for quick status checks or file a FOIA request for written records. State databases like OTIS and VINELink add more ways to search for released inmates from Lapeer County.
Lapeer County Overview
Lapeer County Sheriff and Released Inmates
The Lapeer County Sheriff's Office runs the county jail and handles all booking and release records. The jail is in the city of Lapeer, which sits in eastern Michigan between Flint and Port Huron. The facility serves the entire county. Staff process bookings, hold inmates for court, and release people once they post bond or complete their sentence.
You can call the Lapeer County Sheriff's Office at (810) 667-0292. During business hours, staff can check if someone is in custody or has been released. They can give you basic status information over the phone. For a written copy of booking or release records, you will need to file a formal FOIA request. Send it by mail to the sheriff office at 3231 John Conley Drive, Lapeer, MI 48446.
Lapeer County is part of the 40th Judicial Circuit. Felony cases go through the circuit court in Lapeer. The 71A District Court handles misdemeanors and arraignments. Court records can give you sentencing details and case outcomes that jail records do not cover. You can look up cases through the MiCOURT system.
| Office | Lapeer County Sheriff's Office |
|---|---|
| Address | 3231 John Conley Drive, Lapeer, MI 48446 |
| Phone | (810) 667-0292 |
| Circuit | 40th Judicial Circuit |
Search Lapeer County Released Inmates Records
You have multiple options for looking up released inmates from Lapeer County. Each tool covers a different set of records.
For county jail records, the sheriff office is the primary source. Call (810) 667-0292 and give them the person's name. Staff can check their system and tell you the custody status. For a written copy, file a FOIA request under MCL 15.231. The sheriff office must respond within five business days. Include what records you need, your name, and how to reach you.
For state prison records, OTIS is free and shows current inmates, parolees, probationers, and anyone discharged within three years. Search by name or MDOC number. If someone from Lapeer County served time in state prison, OTIS shows their release status and parole details.
VINELink is another tool. You can check the custody status of anyone held in Lapeer County or any Michigan jail. VINE also has alerts. Sign up and get a call or email when an inmate's status changes. This is useful for tracking releases in real time.
OTIS search results show release status, charges, and facility details for state prison inmates from Lapeer County.
Note: Lapeer County does not publish an online jail roster, so call the sheriff office for current custody information.
Lapeer County FOIA for Inmate Records
You can request records from the Lapeer County Sheriff's Office through Michigan's Freedom of Information Act. This covers booking logs, release records, arrest reports, and related documents. Your request must be in writing. Include a specific description of the records along with your name and contact information.
Response time is five business days. A ten-day extension is possible for complex requests. Fees are $0.10 per page for copies. Labor costs may apply at the rate of the lowest-paid employee who can handle the work. Some records are protected. Under MCL 791.230a, medical records and certain personal details are not released. Basic booking facts like charges, dates, and release info are public. Juvenile records are also sealed under MCL 712A.28.
State Resources for Lapeer County Released Inmates
Several state tools help with released inmates searches beyond the Lapeer County Sheriff's Office. The Michigan Department of Corrections runs OTIS for state prison records. The ICHAT system costs $10 and gives you a statewide criminal history covering arrests and convictions.
The Michigan Sex Offender Registry tracks offenders under MCL 28.721. Search by name, zip code, or county. The Michigan State Archives holds historical prison records from 1839 through 1987. Contact them at (517) 373-1408 if you need old released inmate data from Lapeer County.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Lapeer County in eastern Michigan. Check with their sheriff offices if you are not sure where someone was booked.