Macomb Township Recent Bookings
Macomb Township recent bookings are processed through the Macomb County Jail. The township has close to 90,000 residents and sits in one of the most populated counties in Michigan. People who get arrested in Macomb Township are held at the county jail in Mount Clemens. You can look up current inmates and recent bookings using the Macomb County Sheriff's online tools. The search is free and shows booking dates, charges, and bond details. This page covers how to find booking records for Macomb Township and what to expect from the process.
Macomb Township Overview
How to Search Macomb Township Bookings
The Macomb County Sheriff runs the Inmate Locator for all bookings in the county. This tool covers Macomb Township along with every other city and township in Macomb County. You can search by first name, last name, or booking number. Results show up right away. The system lists the person's charges, bond amount, and where they are held in the jail.
Macomb Township does not run its own jail. All arrests made by local law enforcement go through the county system. Once a person is booked at the Macomb County Jail, their record shows up in the inmate locator. This can take a few hours after arrest. The jail is at 43565 Elizabeth Road in Mount Clemens. Staff there can also help with records questions by phone at (586) 469-5151.
Under MCL 15.231, Michigan's Freedom of Information Act, jail booking records are public. Anyone can ask for them. You do not need to give a reason for your request.
Macomb Township Booking Records by FOIA
If you need a copy of a booking record that is no longer in the online system, you can file a FOIA request. The Macomb County Sheriff's Office handles these requests for jail records. Send your request by email to foia@macombgov.org. You can also submit a written request by mail or in person at the sheriff's office.
Your FOIA request should include the full name of the person, the date of arrest if you know it, and what records you want. Be as specific as you can. The county has five business days to respond under MCL 15.235. They can extend that by ten more days for complex requests. Fees for copies are typically $0.10 per page. There may be labor charges for long searches.
The Macomb County FOIA office also has an online portal for submitting requests. This is the fastest way to get a response. You can track your request status through the same site.
Note: Mugshots from Macomb County bookings are public records under Michigan law.
State Tools for Macomb Township Records
Michigan has two main state databases that can help you find criminal records tied to Macomb Township. The first is ICHAT, which is the Michigan State Police criminal history tool. It costs $10 per search. ICHAT shows felony and serious misdemeanor convictions from all 83 Michigan counties. It does not show current jail bookings, though. It only shows conviction records.
The second tool is OTIS, which tracks people in state prison. If someone from Macomb Township was sent to prison after a conviction, their record will show up in OTIS. It is free to use. You can search by name or MDOC number. OTIS shows sentence dates, charges, and projected release dates. It does not include people held only in county jail.
For victim notification, VINELink lets you sign up for alerts when an inmate's status changes. This works for people booked in the Macomb County Jail. You can get phone calls, emails, or text messages. The service is free.
Macomb Township Arrest and Booking Steps
When someone is arrested in Macomb Township, the process follows a set path. The arresting officer takes the person to the Macomb County Jail for booking. This happens for most arrests, from misdemeanors to felonies. The booking process includes fingerprints, a photo, and recording of personal details and charges.
After booking, the person must see a judge for arraignment. Under MCL 764.26, arraignment must happen within 48 hours of arrest. A judge will set bail or bond at that time. Some people are released on personal recognizance. Others must post cash or a surety bond. The Macomb County 42nd District Court handles arraignments for cases from the township. Booking records stay in the county system and become part of the public record once charges are filed.
Most people booked for minor crimes get released within a day or two. Those held on serious charges may stay in the county jail for weeks or months while their case moves through court. The Macomb County Jail Services page has more details on visitation, commissary, and inmate rules.
Macomb County Jail Records System
The Macomb County Sheriff's Office manages all jail records for the county. The screenshot below shows the Michigan State Police ICHAT system, which is one way to search for criminal records tied to people from Macomb Township.
Both state and county tools play a role in finding records. The county inmate locator shows current and recent bookings. ICHAT and OTIS cover longer-term conviction and prison records. For the most complete picture, check both the county and state systems.
Macomb County Recent Bookings
Macomb Township is part of Macomb County, and all jail bookings go through the county system. The county jail in Mount Clemens processes inmates from across the county, including Warren, Sterling Heights, and Clinton Township. For full details on the county jail, search tools, and FOIA procedures, visit the Macomb County page.
Nearby Cities
These cities near Macomb Township also have booking information available through their county jail systems: