Shiawassee County Released Inmates
Shiawassee County released inmates records are managed by the sheriff office in Corunna. The county sits in central Michigan with about 68,000 residents and operates a jail with roughly 120 beds. Arrests from Owosso, Durand, Perry, and other communities throughout Shiawassee County are processed at this facility. Whether you need to find out if someone has been released or you want copies of booking records, the sheriff office is the main source for that information. You can also use state databases like OTIS to search for anyone who served time in a Michigan prison. This page explains the different ways to search for Shiawassee County released inmates and what to expect from each option.
Shiawassee County Overview
Shiawassee County Sheriff and Jail
The Shiawassee County Sheriff's Office runs the jail in Corunna. With about 120 beds, the facility serves all of Shiawassee County. Police departments in Owosso, Durand, and other communities bring their arrested individuals here for booking and holding. The sheriff department also makes its own arrests across the county's rural areas and unincorporated townships.
To find out if someone has been released from the Shiawassee County Jail, your first option is to call the sheriff office. Staff can check custody status and give you a release date over the phone. For more detailed records like full booking reports or arrest details, you will need to file a FOIA request. The sheriff office processes these under Michigan's Freedom of Information Act, which applies to all county agencies. Have the person's full name and any dates ready when you reach out.
| Office | Shiawassee County Sheriff's Office |
|---|---|
| Address | 201 E. McArthur Street, Corunna, MI 48817 |
| Phone | (989) 743-3411 |
| County Seat | Corunna |
Shiawassee County sits between some of Michigan's more populated areas. Genesee County with Flint is to the east. Ingham County with Lansing is to the south. Saginaw County is to the north. If someone was arrested near any of these borders, there is a chance they ended up in a neighboring county jail instead. It helps to know where the arrest took place before you start searching.
Search Shiawassee County Released Inmates
Searching for released inmates in Shiawassee County can be done through the sheriff office or through statewide databases. The best approach depends on where the person was held.
For county jail records, call the Shiawassee County Sheriff at (989) 743-3411. Provide the person's name and date of birth if you have it. Staff will check the jail management system and let you know if the person is in custody or has been released. For written records, file a FOIA request. Send it to 201 E. McArthur Street, Corunna, MI 48817. The office has five business days to respond, with a possible ten-day extension for complex requests.
The OTIS database from MDOC is free. Search by name or MDOC number. It shows current inmates, parolees, probationers, and anyone discharged from state custody within three years. If someone from Shiawassee County went to state prison and has since been released, OTIS is the fastest way to verify that.
You can also use VINELink to check custody status across Michigan jails. VINE lets you register for release alerts so you get notified by phone, email, or text when an inmate's status changes. This works for people held at the Shiawassee County Jail and at other facilities around the state.
The Michigan State Police criminal history page provides access to ICHAT, which covers statewide arrest and conviction records including those from Shiawassee County.
Note: Shiawassee County borders several larger counties, so verify which county processed the arrest before starting your search.
Shiawassee County FOIA Process
Under MCL 15.231, you have the right to request public records from the Shiawassee County Sheriff's Office. This includes released inmates records, booking logs, and arrest reports. Write out your request with the person's name, dates, and what records you need. Be specific.
The response time is five business days. Extensions of ten days are allowed. Fees are about $0.10 per page for copies. Labor charges are based on the hourly rate of the lowest-paid staff who can handle the search. Some records are exempt from release under MCL 791.230a, specifically medical records and certain personal information. Basic booking data, charges, and release dates are public and should be provided.
State Resources for Shiawassee County
The MDOC runs OTIS for state prison records. ICHAT costs $10 and gives a broader criminal history search. The MiCOURT system covers court cases from participating courts. The 35th Circuit Court handles felony cases from Shiawassee County.
For sex offender searches, the Michigan Sex Offender Registry lets you search by name, zip code, or county. This tool works under MCL 28.721. The Michigan State Archives holds historical prison records from 1839 to 1987 for anyone looking into very old released inmates cases from the Shiawassee County area.
Nearby Counties
These counties surround Shiawassee County in central Michigan. Check neighboring sheriff offices if you are unsure which county handled an arrest.