Michigan County Jail Guide · 2026
Menominee County Jail — Inmate Search, Arrest Records & Mugshots
👥 Pop. 23,193
🔒 ~~35 daily inmates
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What Is Menominee County Jail?
Menominee County Jail is the official county detention facility in Menominee, Michigan, operated by the Menominee County Sheriff’s Office. It books and holds individuals who are:
- Freshly arrested and awaiting arraignment (first court appearance)
- Held pre-trial — unable or not yet eligible for bond
- Serving a sentence under one year (misdemeanor or lower-level felony)
- Awaiting transfer to a Michigan Department of Corrections (MDOC) state facility after felony sentencing
- Held on detainers, immigration holds, or out-of-state warrants
With a population of 23,193 in Menominee County and approximately ~35 average daily inmates, the jail is the primary point of contact for recent arrests in the county.
📍 Menominee County Jail Address, Phone & Map
📍 Physical Address
839 10th Ave., Menominee, MI 49858
📞 Main Phone
🌐 Official Website
⏰ Key Hours & Info
| Booking Desk | 24 / 7 / 365 |
| Visitation | Check sheriff site |
| Bond Payment | Call jail first |
| FOIA Requests | Business hours |
| Online Search | Free · 24/7 |
📍 839 10th Ave., Menominee, MI 49858 ·
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🔍 Menominee County Jail Inmate Search — Step-by-Step (2026)
Follow these methods in order. Each builds on the previous if you don’t find results.
✅ Method 1 — Official Menominee County Sheriff Website (Most Accurate)
- Open your browser and go to: https://www.menomineecounty.com/departments/sheriff/
- Look for a menu item or link labeled “Inmate Search,” “Jail Roster,” “Corrections,” or “Who’s In Jail.” It may be under “Departments,” “Services,” or “Jail.”
- Click the link to open the inmate search form or live roster.
- Type the person’s last name first, then first name. For common names, also enter date of birth to narrow results.
- Click Search or Submit. Results load in 3–5 seconds.
- Review results carefully — check booking date, charges, and county to confirm the right person.
- Click the name or booking number to open the full profile: mugshot, charges, bond amount, booking date, case number.
- For certified copies, file a FOIA request directly with the Menominee County Sheriff’s Office at (906) 863-4441.
🔎 Method 2 — Arrests.org Michigan (Mugshots + Recent Bookings)
- Go to michigan.arrests.org
- In the search bar, type: last name, first name (e.g., “Smith, John”).
- If a county filter is available, select Menominee to narrow results.
- Click Search. Results appear as a mugshot grid with name, date, and county.
- Click any result to see the full profile including charges and booking date.
- ⚠️ Always verify with the official sheriff site. Third-party data lags 12–72 hours.
🖥️ Method 3 — CLEMIS Inmate Locator (SE Michigan Multi-County Search)
- Go to apps.clemis.org/ClemisInmLoc/
- Enter the person’s name and click Search.
- This covers multiple Southeast Michigan county jails in one search — useful if you’re unsure which county made the arrest.
🔔 Method 4 — VINELink Custody Alerts (Free Real-Time Notifications)
- Go to vinelink.com
- Select Michigan and search for the person by name or ID.
- Register your phone or email to receive automatic alerts when custody status changes — release, transfer, or escape.
- VINELink is especially valuable for victims, attorneys, bail bondsmen, and family members.
📷 How to Find Menominee County Mugshots
Booking photos (mugshots) are taken at time of arrest and are public records in Michigan under the Freedom of Information Act (MCL § 15.231).
✅ Where to Find Them
- Official Menominee County Sheriff roster (if displayed)
- michigan.arrests.org — filter by Menominee County
- FOIA request to Sheriff’s Office for older photos
⚠️ Legal Reminder
A mugshot is not proof of guilt. Charges at booking may be changed or dropped. Persons shown are presumed innocent under Michigan law.
How to Remove a Mugshot in Michigan
- Check Arrests.org’s footer for an “Opt Out” or “Remove My Record” link and submit a removal request.
- For permanent removal, pursue expungement under Michigan’s Clean Slate Act (see expungement section below).
- After expungement is granted, send copies of the court order to each website still showing the record.
- Free guidance: Michigan Legal Help — free expungement tools for Michigan residents.
💰 Bond Amounts & Charges in Menominee County — How to Find Them
| Bond Status | What It Means | Next Step |
|---|---|---|
| Dollar amount (e.g. $5,000) | Bond has been set by a judge | Pay full amount OR hire a bondsman (typically 10% non-refundable) |
| No Bond / Bond Denied | Judge has not yet set or denied bail | Must wait for arraignment hearing |
| Personal Recognizance (PR) | Released on promise to appear in court | No money needed — follow court dates |
| Bond Posted / Released | Person has been released from custody | Confirm on court case lookup |
- Open the inmate profile on the Menominee County Sheriff inmate search page and look for the “Bond” or “Bail” field.
- To pay bond: call the jail at (906) 863-4441 and ask for accepted payment methods. Most Michigan county jails accept payments via JPay, Access Corrections, or in person.
- To dispute bond or seek reduction, hire a licensed Michigan criminal defense attorney — do not attempt to negotiate directly with jail staff.
- Check Michigan Courts Case Search for the most accurate and updated charge information — charges listed at booking often change after prosecutorial review.
🏛️ Visiting & Calling an Inmate at Menominee County Jail
📞 How to Call for Inmate Info
Call (906) 863-4441 — the Menominee County Sheriff’s Office main line. Available 24/7 for booking inquiries.
Have ready before you call:
- Full legal name (as on government ID)
- Date of birth or approximate age
- Approximate arrest date if known
🚶 In-Person Visit Steps
- Confirm inmate is in custody before driving
- Check visit schedule on the official sheriff website
- Bring valid government-issued photo ID
- Arrive 20–30 min early — late arrivals turned away
- Follow dress code (no clothing similar to inmate uniforms)
- Leave phones, bags, and food in your vehicle
📞 Sample Script for Calling the Jail
“Hello, I’m calling to check on the custody status of an individual. Their name is [FULL NAME], date of birth [MM/DD/YYYY]. Can you confirm if they are currently in custody and what the bond amount is?”
💻 Video Visits & Sending Money
Many Michigan county jails now offer remote video visits via GTL (Global Tel Link) or Securus Technologies. To send money to an inmate’s commissary account, call (906) 863-4441 to confirm the platform used — typically JPay or Access Corrections. You will need the inmate’s booking number to send funds.
⚖️ Court Records After Arrest in Menominee County
An arrest triggers a separate court case. The jail holds the person; the court handles charges. Here’s how to check court status:
- Go to Michigan Courts Case Search (official)
- Enter the person’s full name and select Menominee County from the court filter.
- Click Search. Results show case number, charges, court dates, and case status.
- Click a case number for full details: judge, prosecutor, hearings, and final disposition (outcome).
- Key status codes: “Active” = ongoing · “Dismissed” = charges dropped · “Convicted” = guilty · “Deferred” = probation pending
🔗 Court & Criminal History Links
- Michigan Courts Case Search — official court records for all 83 counties
- MSP ICHAT — Michigan criminal history (felonies + serious misdemeanors, all counties)
- MDOC OTIS Inmate Search — state prison inmates and parolees
- MDOC OTIS Direct Link
🏛️ Menominee County Jail vs. MDOC State Prison — Which to Search?
| Factor | Menominee County Jail | MDOC State Prison |
|---|---|---|
| Run by | Menominee County Sheriff | Michigan Dept. of Corrections |
| Sentence | Under 1 year / pre-trial | 1+ year (felony conviction) |
| Search tool | County Sheriff Roster | MDOC OTIS Guide |
| Phone | (906) 863-4441 | 517-335-1426 |
| Federal inmates | ❌ Not here | ❌ Use BOP Federal Locator |
🗑️ Expungement & Record Removal — Michigan Clean Slate Act
Michigan’s Clean Slate Act (effective April 2021; automatic expungements began April 2023) dramatically expanded who can get their record cleared. Here’s the complete process for Menominee County residents:
Use the free eligibility checker at michigan.gov/ag — Expungement. Automatic expungement covers: up to 2 felonies after 10 years; up to 4 misdemeanors (93+ days) after 7 years. Ineligible: CSC offenses, child abuse, terrorism, life-sentence crimes.
Request your criminal history from MSP ICHAT. Note every case number, conviction date, offense, and court. You will need this for the petition.
Download Form MC 227 from Michigan Courts. File at the Menominee County Circuit or District Court (where conviction occurred). No filing fee. Serve a copy on the prosecutor’s office.
Appear professionally dressed. Explain how expungement serves the public interest — emphasize employment, housing, and education benefits. If granted, the court issues orders to all agencies holding the record.
Send your expungement order to Arrests.org (opt-out link in their site footer) and any other background-check site still showing the record. Monitor ICHAT after 8 months to confirm suppression. Free help: Michigan Legal Help.
💡 Menominee County Insider Tips — What Most People Don’t Know
⏱️ New Arrests Take 2–8 Hours to Appear
Online rosters are not instant. Always call (906) 863-4441 for same-day arrest confirmation.
🔤 Name Spelling Variations
Try multiple spellings: “Jon” vs “John,” “McDonald” vs “MacDonald.” Search by last name only if full name returns nothing.
📋 Booking Charges Often Change
Prosecutors review charges after arrest — what’s listed at booking may differ from what’s actually filed in court. Always check Michigan Courts for accurate charges.
📦 Third-Party Sites Lag 12–72 Hours
Arrests.org aggregates from official sources but with a delay. Always check the official sheriff site first for real-time data.
🔔 Use VINELink Instead of Calling Repeatedly
Register at vinelink.com for free automatic alerts when custody status changes — saves you dozens of phone calls.
🏛️ Federal Charges Are Invisible on State Tools
Drug trafficking, bank fraud, tax evasion → use BOP Federal Inmate Locator. OTIS and ICHAT will not show federal cases.
💼 Employers Cannot Use Arrest Records Alone
Michigan’s Elliott-Larsen Act (MCL 37.2205a) prohibits hiring decisions based on arrests that didn’t result in conviction. Contact MDCR if you face discrimination.
🧹 Clean Slate Auto-Expungements Not Instant
Automatic expungements started April 2023 but processing is staggered. If eligible, file a petition too — don’t wait solely for automatic processing which can take months.
🗺️ Neighboring County Jail Searches:
❓ Frequently Asked Questions — Menominee County Jail
🔗 All Official Resources — Menominee County & Michigan
🏛️ Menominee County Sheriff
Official jail roster & inmate search
📷 Arrests.org Michigan
Mugshots & recent bookings (3rd party)
🏛️ MDOC OTIS Guide
Michigan state prison inmate search
🔍 OTIS Michigan Inmate Guide
Full OTIS step-by-step walkthrough
📋 MSP ICHAT
Michigan criminal history — all 83 counties
🔔 VINELink
Free real-time custody change alerts
⚖️ Michigan Courts Case Search
Court records, charges & dispositions
🖥️ CLEMIS Inmate Locator
Multi-county SE Michigan jail search
🇺🇸 BOP Federal Inmate Locator
Federal prison inmates nationwide
⚠️ MI Sex Offender Registry
Public sex offender lookup
🆓 Michigan Legal Help
Free expungement tools for MI residents
💵 MDOC Commissary Deposit
Send money to Michigan state prison inmates