Washtenaw County Released Inmates Database

Washtenaw County released inmates records are managed by the Washtenaw County Sheriff's Office in Ann Arbor. This southeast Michigan county has a population near 372,000 and is home to the University of Michigan. The county jail at 2201 Hogback Road holds about 500 inmates. You can search for released inmates through the sheriff office inmate lookup, state tools like OTIS, or by calling the jail directly at (734) 585-7247. VINELink and ICHAT give you more ways to find Washtenaw County released inmates records.

Washtenaw County Sheriff and Jail

The Washtenaw County Sheriff's Office runs the county jail at 2201 Hogback Road in Ann Arbor. It is a medium-security detention center with a capacity of about 500 inmates. The jail handles bookings from Ann Arbor, Ypsilanti, Saline, and other communities across the county. Staff process bookings and releases every day. The information desk is open from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, seven days a week.

You can reach the sheriff office service center at (734) 971-8400. The jail has its own direct line at (734) 585-7247. There is also an automated jail information line at (734) 973-4500 where you can check custody status by following the prompts. Walk-in inquiries are available at the sheriff office reception desk during information desk hours. Staff can tell you if a person is in custody or has been released from the Washtenaw County Jail.

The jail offers video visitation for inmates. Visits run Tuesday through Friday from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM and Saturday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. You must register in advance and wait 16 hours after registration before scheduling your first visit. Contact visitation is also available for eligible inmates. Under MCL 791.201, the Corrections Code of 1953 governs jail operations at facilities like this one.

Search Washtenaw County Released Inmates Records

Washtenaw County gives you several ways to search for released inmates. The sheriff office website has an inmate search tool. You can also call the jail or use state databases. The right method depends on your situation.

The Washtenaw County Sheriff's Office website at washtenaw.org has an inmate search section. You can look up people by last name, first name, or booking number. The search shows booking dates, current charges, bond amounts, housing location, and court dates. It also shows mugshots when available. One thing to keep in mind: the online tool only shows people who are currently in custody. Once someone is released, their record drops off the online search. For released inmates information, you need to call or submit a FOIA request.

For state prison records, use OTIS from the Michigan Department of Corrections. It is free. OTIS tracks current inmates, parolees, probationers, and anyone discharged within three years. If someone from Washtenaw County served time in a state prison, OTIS is the fastest way to check their release status.

Call the automated jail line at (734) 973-4500 for a quick status check. You provide the person's name and the system confirms whether they are in custody. For more detail, call the jail at (734) 585-7247 during information desk hours. Staff can give you release dates and other basic information.

VINELink provides custody status checks and release alerts. You can look up someone in Washtenaw County and register for notifications. VINE will contact you when the person's status changes. The ICHAT system costs $10 and gives a full criminal history report statewide.

The OTIS search page lets you look up released inmates from Michigan state prisons, including those with Washtenaw County cases.

Washtenaw County Released Inmates FOIA Process

Under MCL 15.231, you can request released inmates records from the Washtenaw County Sheriff's Office. This covers booking logs, release records, arrest reports, and other jail documents. Your request must be in writing. Include what records you want, the person's name, and your contact information. You can submit by mail, email to sheriffinfo@washtenaw.org, fax to (734) 973-4624, or in person at 2201 Hogback Road.

The sheriff office has five business days to respond. A ten-day extension is possible for complex requests. Copy fees are about $0.10 per page. Labor costs may apply based on the lowest-paid employee rate. Under MCL 791.230a, medical records and certain personal details stay confidential. Basic booking and release data is generally available. If your request is denied, you can appeal to the agency head or file a civil action in Washtenaw County Circuit Court within 180 days.

State Tools for Washtenaw County Released Inmates

State databases expand your search options for released inmates in Washtenaw County. The Michigan Department of Corrections runs OTIS for state prison records. MiCOURT lets you search court cases by name or number. Washtenaw County is part of the 22nd Circuit Court for felony cases. Court records from this circuit may be searchable through MiCOURT.

The Michigan State Archives holds historical prison records from 1839 through 1987. The Michigan Sex Offender Registry tracks registered offenders under MCL 28.721. You can search by name, zip code, or county. Washtenaw County is one of the larger counties in southeast Michigan, with Ann Arbor being a major city in the area.

Nearby Counties

These counties are near Washtenaw County in southeast Michigan. Check with these sheriff offices if you need to track down a released inmate.