Macomb County Jail Lookup: Find an Inmate, Court Date, Bond Route and Visit Rules
Use this as a fast family guide, not a long legal article. Start with the official JailTracker route, confirm custody by phone if timing matters, then check bond, court, visitation, mail, property, funds, VINE or OTIS based on what you need next.
Start Here: Choose the Right Macomb County Jail Action
| Searcher intent | Best official route | Prepare first | Do not miss |
|---|---|---|---|
| Find a current Macomb County Jail inmate | Official Locate an inmate page | Full legal name, spelling variations, date of birth, booking date if known. | The Sheriff page links to JailTracker. If the roster tool fails, start from the Sheriff page again or call. |
| Confirm custody by phone | Sheriff Office: 586-469-5151 | Name, DOB, date/time of arrest, agency, your reason for calling. | Staff may not release every detail by phone, especially protected or sensitive information. |
| Check bond or fine amount | Pay bonds page | Inmate name, inmate number, case numbers, bond/fine amount. | During court hours most bonds must be posted at court, except Circuit Court and Friend of the Court cases. |
| Find court case or next court date | Court records / CourtView | Case number, name, charge type, court location if known. | Jail custody and court case data are separate. Check both. |
| Visit or schedule video visit | Jail inmate visitation | Visitor registration, photo ID, inmate name, time slot, ICSolutions account. | Visitors must register at least 24 hours before a visit and no more than two weeks in advance. |
| Send mail | Jail inmate mail rules | Inmate name, inmate number, return address, approved contents. | Mail is not forwarded or held. Prohibited items may be returned, placed in property, or held as evidence. |
| Deposit funds / phone / tablet / care package | Inmate services | Inmate number, correct facility, debit/credit card, vendor account. | TouchPay facility locator number is 748043; inmate account maximum listed as $400. |
| Release, transfer or prison lookup | MI-VINE or MDOC OTIS | Name, date of birth, MDOC number if known. | OTIS does not cover county jail-only inmates; use it if the person moved into MDOC supervision. |
Scam warning: Macomb County Sheriff says the office will not call to demand fees, gift cards, bitcoin or other payment over the phone. If unsure, call the Sheriff Office at 586-469-5151 yourself.
Official Macomb County Jail Contact Box
Sheriff / Jail
Macomb County Sheriff’s Office
43565 Elizabeth Road
Mt. Clemens, MI 48043
Main: 586-469-5151
Email: sheriff@macombsheriff.com
Useful Jail Numbers
Jail services page contact: 586-469-5100
Bond phone: 586-307-9612
Inmate funds questions: 586-307-9542
Funds hours: Monday-Friday, 6:00 AM-2:00 PM.
Dispatch / Patrol
Emergency: 911
Dispatch Center: 586-469-5502
117 S. Groesbeck Hwy.
Mt. Clemens, MI 48043
For non-emergency police reports in Sheriff-patrolled communities, use Dispatch rather than driving to the Elizabeth Road office.
| Local office / substation | Address | Phone | Use for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Macomb County Sheriff’s Office | 43565 Elizabeth Road, Mt. Clemens, MI 48043 | 586-469-5151 | Main Sheriff/Jail contact route. |
| Dispatch Center | 117 S. Groesbeck Hwy., Mt. Clemens, MI 48043 | 586-469-5502 | Non-emergency dispatch and reports in Sheriff-patrolled communities. |
| Harrison Township Substation | 30360 South River, Harrison Twp., MI 48045 | 586-469-1098 | Local Sheriff service area. |
| Lenox Township Substation | 63975 Gratiot, Lenox, MI 48050 | 586-727-4845 | Local Sheriff service area. |
| Macomb Township Substation | 19925 23 Mile, Macomb, MI 48042 | 586-286-3441 | Local Sheriff service area. |
| Mt. Clemens Substation | 1 Crocker Blvd., Mt. Clemens, MI 48043 | 586-469-9712 | Local Sheriff service area near the jail/courts. |
| New Haven Substation | 57775 Main Street, New Haven, MI 48048 | 586-469-6559 | Local Sheriff service area. |
| Washington Township Substation | 11300 27 Mile, Washington, MI 48094 | 586-781-3104 | Local Sheriff service area. |
How to Search the Macomb County Jail Roster
1. Start official
Open the Sheriff’s Locate an inmate page and use its JailTracker link.
2. Search cleanly
Try last name first, full legal name, middle initial, hyphenated names, aliases, and common spelling mistakes.
3. Compare details
Check inmate number, case numbers, booking status, bond/fine amount and charge wording if shown.
4. Confirm urgent info
Call 586-469-5151 or use the bond phone 586-307-9612 when release timing matters.
| Roster result | What it may mean | What to do next |
|---|---|---|
| No result | The person may not be booked yet, name may be different, person may be released, transferred, protected, juvenile, or held elsewhere. | Try fewer letters, alternate spelling, then check CourtView, MI-VINE or OTIS if appropriate. |
| Listed in JailTracker | The person appears in the current Macomb County Jail roster system. | Save the inmate number, check bond/court fields, and use official jail pages for funds, mail and visits. |
| Bond or fine amount shown | Payment information may be available, but release depends on court/jail processing and case status. | Use the Sheriff pay bonds procedure and confirm court-hours rule before paying. |
| Case number shown | The case can usually be checked through CourtView or the appropriate district/circuit court. | Use Macomb County Court Records / CourtView for hearing and filing information. |
| Moved or no longer listed | Possible release, transfer, prison commitment, other hold, hospital, or outside-agency custody. | Register with MI-VINE and search MDOC OTIS if state custody is possible. |
Bond, Release and Payment Steps
Before paying
- Check the inmate locator first.
- Write down inmate name and inmate number.
- Write down case numbers for charges.
- Confirm bond or fine amount.
- Ask whether payment is at court, jail, online or phone.
Court-hours rule
The Sheriff bond page says that during court hours, all bonds must be posted at the court except Circuit Court and Friend of the Court cases. All other times, bonds can be paid at the Sheriff’s Office.
Release is not instant
The Sheriff page warns that depending on jail activity and the inmate’s housing location, prisoner release may take several hours.
| Payment route | Official detail | User action |
|---|---|---|
| Online / phone bond | Macomb County links to Government Payment Services / AllPaid for bond payment. | Use the Sheriff Pay Bonds page first, then follow its official payment link. |
| Cash | Accepted in person at the Macomb County Jail. | Confirm amount and location before arriving. |
| Cashier’s check | Made out to “Macomb County Prisoner Information.” | Confirm spelling, amount and whether the case accepts this route. |
| Major credit card | Accepted in person; fee is associated with credit-card use. | Ask what fee applies and whether card payment affects release timing. |
| Surety bond agent | Surety bonds can be posted by surety bond agents; Sheriff says contact 16th Circuit Court for approved bonding agencies. | Confirm agent approval before signing anything. |
Payment caution: bonds posted through AllPaid are made out in the inmate’s name and funds may be used by the court for court costs and fees. Contact the court of jurisdiction for fee questions before paying.
Official bond route:
Court Case, Hearing Date and Clerk Lookup
16th Judicial Circuit Court
Address:
40 N. Main St.
Mt. Clemens, MI 48043
Phone: 586-469-7171
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM
Court Records / Clerk
Phone: 586-469-5351
Mailing: 40 N. Main Street, Mount Clemens, MI 48043
Counter note: counter service closes at 4:15 PM on regular business days.
CourtView Case Lookup
Macomb County Court Records links to CourtView public access for general case look-up. The Clerk states it does not maintain the public access CourtView website.
| Question | Jail route | Court route |
|---|---|---|
| Is the person physically in jail? | Use JailTracker or call Sheriff/Jail. | Court may not show live custody. |
| What is the next hearing? | Jail may have limited scheduling information. | Use CourtView or the correct district/circuit court. |
| What does the charge mean? | Roster may show a label or abbreviation. | Use filed court case, attorney, prosecutor/court records. |
| Can the person be released today? | Jail can explain processing and bond/payment handling. | Court order, hold status and judge conditions control release. |
| Can a Public Defender help? | Jail cannot appoint counsel. | Ask the judge/magistrate at court; eligibility is indigency-based. |
Official court links:
Visitation: Video Visits, Registration and Rules
Visits are video
All friend/family visits are conducted by video visitation. The first visit of the week is free; after that, a fee applies.
Scheduling window
Visitors must register at least 24 hours before the visit, but not more than two weeks in advance.
ICSolutions
For scheduling and details, use ICSolutions or call 888-506-8407.
| Rule | Official detail | Practical tip |
|---|---|---|
| Visit limit | Two visits per week, up to three visitors, approximately 30 minutes. Certain trusties may get three visits per week. | Coordinate family members so visits are not wasted. |
| Visitor limit | Visitors may visit up to five inmates in custody individually. | Do not assume one account can handle unlimited people. |
| Behavior | Disruptive inmate or visitor behavior can suspend or terminate visiting privileges. | Keep conversation calm and follow staff instructions. |
| Attire | Clothing must cover all private/sensitive body areas. | Dress conservatively to avoid denial. |
| Hospital visit | Hospital visits require a visiting pass from the Prisoner Information Office and are limited by hospital rules. | Call before going; immediate family limits may apply. |
| Professional visits | Attorneys, law enforcement, government agencies, probation/parole officers and approved clergy may visit for business seven days a week during listed windows. | Professional visits are not the same as friend/family visits. |
| Recording | All non-professional visits are non-contact and recorded. | Do not discuss confidential legal strategy on recorded visits. |
Professional visit windows listed by the Sheriff: 8:00 AM-11:30 AM, 1:00 PM-4:00 PM and 5:30 PM-9:00 PM, seven days a week.
Mail, Inmate Funds, Phones, Tablets and Care Packages
Mail address format
Name, inmate number
P.O. Box 2308
Mount Clemens, MI 48043-2308
Use the inmate number lookup if you do not know the inmate number.
Inmate funds
TouchPay: online 24/7 or 866-232-1899
Facility Locator Number: 748043
Account max: $400 can be maintained in an inmate account at one time.
Phones / tablets / packages
Phone service: ICSolutions, 888-506-8407.
Tablet funds, messages/photos and care packages use vendor links from the official inmate services page.
| Task | Official detail | Common mistake |
|---|---|---|
| Send personal mail | Incoming mail is checked for contraband before delivery. | Sending stamps, food, checks, bills, receipts, envelopes, labels, Polaroids, magnets, stickers or ribbon. |
| Legal / privileged mail | Opened in the inmate’s presence and checked for contraband. | Mixing legal mail with personal items. |
| Books / magazines | Soft-cover books can only be ordered by the inmate through commissary; prepaid magazines/newspapers can be mailed directly from publisher. | Mailing books yourself or exceeding the five-item reading-material maximum. |
| Outgoing mail | Outgoing mail without proper postage and return address will not be delivered. | No return address or insufficient postage. |
| Money by mail | No money is accepted by mail. | Sending cash/checks in an envelope. |
| Funds by kiosk | Cash or credit-card deposits can be made at the jail lobby kiosk. | Depositing to wrong inmate or ignoring the account maximum. |
Official inmate service links:
Property, Proof of Incarceration, Records and FOIA
Property release
In-custody inmates may elect to release valuable property items only. Transferred-to-prison property is boxed and held for 14 days before disposal if not picked up by an authorized person.
Records Office hours
Location: main lobby of the Sheriff’s Office.
Mon/Tue/Thu/Fri: 8:00 AM-4:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM-6:00 PM
Closed lunch: 12:00 PM-1:00 PM
FOIA / reports
FOIA email: records.mcso@macombcountymi.gov
FOIA must be submitted in writing. Report copies and public records may have fees.
| Record / service | Official detail | Bring / prepare |
|---|---|---|
| Incident / accident report | Most police reports available after 72 hours; fee listed as $6 for incident/accident report copy. | Photo ID, report number, date, location, involved person name. |
| Ink fingerprints | Fingerprint hours: 8:00 AM-4:00 PM Monday-Friday; fee listed as $19. | Photo identification. |
| Court-ordered fingerprints | Hours listed as 9:00 AM-11:00 AM Tuesday-Friday. | Photo ID and court order. |
| Police clearance | Local area only; fee listed as $6 if you have a record and $0 if not. | Photo identification and exact purpose. |
| Proof of incarceration | Available during normal business hours; fee listed as $4. | Photo ID and inmate details. |
| Notary | Notary available during business hours; fee listed as $10. | Unsigned document and valid ID. |
If the Person Is Not Listed: MI-VINE, OTIS and Other Custody Routes
MI-VINE
MI-VINE is a free, confidential 24-hour service for custody and case-status notifications. Register online or call 800-770-7657.
MDOC OTIS
Use OTIS for people under Michigan Department of Corrections supervision: prison, parole, probation or recent discharge within the available OTIS window.
OTIS does not cover
OTIS does not contain county jail-only inmates, city lockup inmates, or people arrested/convicted but not yet sentenced.
| Possible reason no roster result appears | Best next check | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Booking delay | Call Sheriff Office or try JailTracker later. | Processing may not be instant. |
| Name mismatch | Try maiden name, hyphenated name, alias, partial spelling. | Roster names may follow ID or booking records. |
| Released | Register with MI-VINE and check court case. | VINE can notify custody status changes. |
| Transferred to prison | Search MDOC OTIS. | County jails and state prisons are separate systems. |
| Held on district-court matter | Check the correct district court or CourtView. | Macomb County has multiple district courts. |
| Other agency hold | Ask jail about holds, then check the outside agency. | A release from one case may not remove every hold. |
Public Defender, Prosecutor and Warrant Help
Public Defender
Address:
22 Market Street
Mount Clemens, MI 48043
Email: publicdefender@macombgov.org
FAQ phone: 586-466-8311
How assignment works
The Public Defender FAQ says you do not get assigned counsel by simply calling or visiting the office. You typically request an assigned attorney at court, and a judge or magistrate determines indigency.
Prosecutor / warrants
Prosecutor: 586-469-5350
Email: prosecutorlucido@macombgov.org
Warrant Division: 586-469-2530
Public Defender eligibility note: the official FAQ says eligibility is based on indigency, determined by a judge or magistrate, and a person is presumed indigent if income is less than twice the poverty level.
Macomb County Court Districts That May Appear in Jail Cases
The Prosecutor’s District Court Division says it handles cases in 10 district courts throughout Macomb County. Use the court named on the inmate roster, ticket, complaint, bond paper or arraignment notice.
| Court | Address | Phone | Search relevance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 37th Warren / Center Line District Court | 8300 Common Road, Warren, MI 48093 | 586-574-4900 | Warren / Center Line criminal, civil and traffic matters. |
| 38th Eastpointe District Court | 16101 Nine Mile, Eastpointe, MI 48021 | 586-445-5020 | Eastpointe district matters. |
| 39th Roseville / Fraser District Court | 29733 Gratiot, Roseville, MI 48066 | 586-773-2010 | Roseville / Fraser district matters. |
| 40th St. Clair Shores District Court | 27701 Jefferson, St. Clair Shores, MI 48081 | 586-445-5280 | St. Clair Shores district matters. |
| 41A-1 Sterling Heights District Court | 40111 Dodge Park, Sterling Heights, MI 48313 | 586-446-2500 | Sterling Heights district matters. |
| 41A-2 Shelby Township District Court | 51660 Van Dyke, Shelby Township, MI 48316 | 586-739-7325 | Shelby Township district matters. |
| 41B Clinton Township District Court | 22380 Starks Drive, Clinton Township, MI 48036 | 586-469-9300 | Clinton Township district matters. |
| 42-1 Romeo District Court | 14713 33 Mile, P.O. Box 6, Romeo, MI 48065 | 586-752-9679 | Romeo / northern Macomb district matters. |
| 42-2 New Baltimore District Court | 35071 23 Mile Rd., New Baltimore, MI 48047 | 586-725-9500 | New Baltimore district matters. |
Local tip: misdemeanor cases and felony preliminary examinations may start in district court, while felony cases and serious criminal matters can move to the 16th Judicial Circuit Court. Always follow the case notice, not just the arresting city.
Locality Guide: Macomb County, Mt. Clemens and Nearby Searches
Mt. Clemens
The jail, Sheriff Office, Circuit Court and many county offices are clustered in Mt. Clemens.
Warren / Center Line
Search jail roster first, then 37th District Court if the case is local to that area.
Sterling Heights / Shelby
Use jail roster plus 41A district court routing when the arrest/case notice points there.
Clinton Twp. / Roseville / Eastpointe
Check the court listed on the case, bond paper or inmate record before calling the wrong clerk.
Semantic search coverage: this page also helps with searches like “Macomb County inmate locator,” “Macomb County JailTracker,” “Mt Clemens jail roster,” “Macomb County Sheriff inmate search,” “Macomb County bond lookup,” and “Macomb County CourtView case search.”
Macomb County Jail Map and Key Nearby Offices
| Place | Address | Use for |
|---|---|---|
| Macomb County Sheriff / Jail | 43565 Elizabeth Road, Mt. Clemens, MI 48043 | Jail, Sheriff Office, custody questions, jail lobby kiosk, bond route, Records Office. |
| Macomb County 16th Judicial Circuit Court | 40 N. Main St., Mt. Clemens, MI 48043 | Felony criminal cases, Circuit Court case lookup, hearings, court payments, case records. |
| Court Records / Clerk | 40 N. Main Street, Mount Clemens, MI 48043 | CourtView, copies, case records, filings, Clerk court records questions. |
| Public Defender | 22 Market Street, Mount Clemens, MI 48043 | Assigned counsel information after court appointment/eligibility process. |
| Macomb County Prosecutor | County government route, Mount Clemens | Prosecution, victim rights, warrants and criminal case charging information. |
Macomb County Jail Inmate Search FAQ
How do I search for a Macomb County jail inmate?
Use the Macomb County Sheriff’s official Locate an inmate page and open the JailTracker link from there. Search by name and try spelling variations. If the result is urgent or the tool is down, call the Sheriff Office at 586-469-5151.
What is the Macomb County Jail address?
The Macomb County Sheriff’s Office and jail are located at 43565 Elizabeth Road, Mt. Clemens, MI 48043.
What number should I call about a Macomb County inmate?
Use 586-469-5151 for the Sheriff Office. For bond questions, the Sheriff bond page lists 586-307-9612. For inmate funds questions, the inmate services page lists 586-307-9542 during Monday-Friday business hours from 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
Why is someone not showing in Macomb County JailTracker?
The person may not be fully booked yet, may be listed under a different spelling, may be released, transferred, protected from public display, held by another agency, or moved into MDOC custody. Try alternate names, then check CourtView, MI-VINE or OTIS depending on the situation.
How do I post bond for a Macomb County inmate?
First check the inmate locator and collect the inmate name, inmate number, case numbers and bond or fine amount. During court hours, most bonds must be posted at court except Circuit Court and Friend of the Court cases. Other times, bonds can be paid at the Sheriff’s Office, and online/phone payment may be available through the official Pay Bonds page.
How long does release take after bond is paid?
The Sheriff bond page says prisoner release may take several hours depending on jail activity and the inmate’s housing location. Always confirm whether any other hold, warrant, court order or paperwork issue remains before assuming release is immediate.
How do Macomb County Jail visits work?
Friend and family visits are video visits through ICSolutions. The first visit of the week is free, later visits may have a fee. Visitors must register at least 24 hours before the visit and no more than two weeks in advance.
What is the Macomb County inmate mail address?
Use the inmate’s name and inmate number, then P.O. Box 2308, Mount Clemens, MI 48043-2308. Check the official mail rules first because prohibited items include stamps, food, checks, bills, receipts, envelopes, labels, oversized cards, Polaroids, magnets, stickers, ribbon and inappropriate material.
How do I deposit money for a Macomb County inmate?
The inmate services page lists TouchPay online or phone at 866-232-1899, facility locator number 748043, JPay by phone at 800-574-5729 or JPay.com, and the jail lobby kiosk. No money is accepted by mail, and the account maximum listed is $400.
Is a jail roster proof of guilt?
No. A jail roster shows custody or booking information. It is not proof of guilt, conviction, final charge status, sentence, or legal outcome. Check court records and speak with an attorney for legal decisions.
30-Second Macomb County Jail Checklist
Find custody: Sheriff Locate an inmate page → JailTracker → spelling variations → call 586-469-5151 if urgent.
Bond: inmate name + inmate number + case numbers + amount → check court-hours rule → call 586-307-9612 if unsure.
Court: use CourtView and the correct district/circuit court; jail custody and court status are separate.
Visit: ICSolutions video visit, register at least 24 hours ahead, first weekly visit free, later fee may apply.
Protect yourself: Macomb County Sheriff will not demand payment by phone, gift card or bitcoin. Call the official number yourself if suspicious.