Genesee County Inmate Search
A Genesee County inmate search is the process of finding information about individuals who have been detained or incarcerated in the county’s correctional facility. Families might need to look up Genesee County inmate records to determine the status of their incarcerated loved ones. Intending lovers might look up these records to make sure their partners have no history of violent crimes. Employers can also conduct an inmate search to check the criminal history of potential candidates. Genesee County Sheriff’s Office is responsible for administering the County’s correctional facilities. The Sheriff’s Office documents inmate information and makes it available to the public as part of Genesee County’s Public Records.
Genesee County Crime and Incarceration Statistics
In 2022, there were 25,703 arrests made in Genesee County, according to the state's Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program. Of these arrests, 2,470 were for violent crimes such as murder, rape, robbery, and aggravated assault. Additionally, 5,728 arrests were made for property crimes such as burglary, larceny, and motor vehicle theft. Compared to figures from 2021, the rate of violent crimes increased by 6.4%, while property crimes increased by 8.1%.
Genesee County Prison System
The Sherrif’s Office Corrections Division oversees the operation of Genesee County jails.
The following are the correctional facilities in Genesee County:
- Genesee County Jail
- Flint City Lockup
- Genesee Valley Regional Center
Genesee County Jail is a direct supervision facility under the administration of Genesee County Sheriff’s Office. It has a capacity to house 580 inmates and is sometimes stretched to 620 inmates when the occasion demands. The Flint City Lockup is a linear supervision facility that houses up to 110 inmates at a time.
Genesee Valley Regional Center is a rehabilitation institution that provides secure and residential detention for male and female youths (ages 10 to 17) pending court action or transfer to another facility. It is under the supervision of the Michigan Department of Corrections.
How to Find an Inmate in Genesee County
Individuals who wish to look up an inmate in Genesee County can do so online, by phone, or in person. The Genesee County Sheriff’s Office provides access to inmate information through its Offender Search portal. If the inmate is incarcerated in either Genesee County Jail or Flint City Lockup, inquirers can contact the Sheriff's Office at (810) 257-3426. Inquiries concerning juveniles at the Genesee Valley Regional Center should be directed to the facility at (810) 733-3820. The telephone lines are open 24 hours a day, every week.
Alternatively, interested individuals can visit Genessee County jails in person to obtain inmate information. Inquirers must provide specific details, such as the inmate's name, date of arrest, or booking number, before the request is processed.
How Does a Genesee County Inmate Search Work?
In line with the Michigan Freedom of Information Act, members of the public have a right to view, inspect, and make copies of information related to inmates confined in Genesee County detention facilities. However, certain criminal records, such as juvenile records and medical records, may be hidden or sealed from the public. The following inmate information is accessible to those who conduct an inmate search in Genesee County:
- Mugshot
- Inmate’s full name
- Aliases
- Marks, scars, and tattoos
- Offender number
- MCL number
- SID number
- Birth date
- Sex
- Race
- Physical description (height, weight, eye, and hair color)
- Inmate status
- Assigned location
- Security level
- Supervision conditions
- Sentencing Information
- Offense
- Court file number
- County
- Conviction type
- Minimum sentence
- Maximum sentence
- Date of offense
- Date of sentence
Where to Find a Genesee County Inmate Locator
The Offender Tracking Information System (OTIS) can be used to look up information about inmates in Genesee County. The inmate locator serves the Michigan Department of Corrections (MDOC) and other County Sheriffs in the state. To use the portal, inquirers must enter the inmate’s name, MDOC number, sex, race or age. The inmate locator is free to use and available 24/7.
For inmates held at a federal prison, inquirers must use the Inmate Locator on the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) website. The portal provides two search options:
- Find by number
- Find by name
To conduct a search by number, users must input a specific identification number, such as the inmate's BOP register number, DCDC number, FBI number, or INS number. To search by name, inquirers must enter the inmate's name, race, age, or sex.
Alternatively, inquirers can use third-party aggregate websites to view inmate records. These websites gather information from official sources and make them available to the public for a fee. To conduct a search on these platforms, inquirers must provide inmate personal data such as the name, age, and current facility.
How to Send Jail Mail in Genesee County
Genesee County inmates can send and receive mail daily through the United States Postal Service. However, only the photocopy of the original mail will be delivered to the inmate. The original mail will be shredded after 14 calendar days. The items that will be photocopied in black and white include:
- Letters
- Envelopes
- Greeting Cards
- Photographs
- Drawings/Artwork
- Other documents included in the personal mail
The envelope must clearly indicate the offender’s name and booking number, or else it will be returned to the sender.
Genesee County Jail also uses a third-party platform to facilitate the electronic delivery of personal mail to inmates. To ensure inmate mail gets delivered electronically, the envelope must be addressed as follows:
Genesee County Jail MI
John A. Smith #123456
P.O. Box 247
Phoenix, MD 21131
Genesee County Jails and Prisons
Here is a list of the correctional facilities located in Genesee County, with their respective names, phone numbers, and addresses:
Genesee County Jail
1002 Saginaw St
Flint, MI 48502
Phone: (810) 257-3426
Flint City Lockup
210 E 5th St
Flint, MI 48502
Phone: (810) 237-6800
Genesee Valley Regional Center
4287 Pasadena Ave
Flint, MI 48504
Phone: (810) 733-3820
