Search Houghton County 24 Hour Booking

Houghton County 24 hour booking records are kept at the corrections facility in the city of Houghton. The main jail has 28 beds, and a separate work camp in Calumet adds 26 more for minimum-security inmates. The county offers an online jail roster where you can search by name or booking number. Video visitation is available around the clock, and it is free on weekends. This page covers how to search Houghton County booking records, what tools are available, and how to use FOIA to get detailed records from the sheriff's office.

Houghton County Sheriff Booking Contacts

The Houghton County Corrections Facility at 403 East Houghton Avenue in Houghton is the main booking location. All arrests in the county come through this facility. The 28-bed jail processes intake around the clock. Call (906) 482-1742 for corrections questions or to ask about someone who was recently booked.

The Houghton County Work Camp at 23661 Airpark Blvd in Calumet holds minimum-security inmates. It has 26 beds. People booked into the main jail may get transferred to the work camp if they qualify. Both facilities fall under the same booking record system.

The facility also houses inmates for Keweenaw County when space is available. Inmates from the KBIC Tribal Court may also be held here. There is no juvenile housing at either location. The Upper Peninsula's remote location means some inmates may need to be transported significant distances for court appearances or transfers. Despite the small size, the Houghton County booking system works the same as larger facilities in the state.

Houghton County 24 Hour Booking Online Search

The Houghton County Sheriff's Office website is the main starting point for searching booking records. The site has links to the corrections division, FAQ page, and other resources.

Here is the sheriff's office homepage where you can begin your search for Houghton County booking records.

Navigate to the corrections section from the main page to find jail and inmate information.

The corrections page has details about the jail facility, rules, and how to contact inmates. The screenshot below shows this section of the site.

This page lists the jail rules, visitation policy, and links to the online inmate search tool.

The Houghton County Jail roster lets you search for inmates by first name, last name, or booking number. Partial names work too. The system shows basic custody data, charges, and bond information.

The jail roster updates regularly and is the fastest way to check who is currently in Houghton County custody.

The FAQ page on the sheriff's website answers common questions about the jail, booking process, and how to send money or mail to inmates.

Check the FAQ if you have questions about visiting, sending money, or how the booking process works at Houghton County. It answers many of the common questions people have after someone they know gets booked into the facility.

Houghton County Jail Services

There is no in-person visitation at the Houghton County Corrections Facility. All visits happen by video. Remote video visitation runs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. On Saturdays and Sundays, video visits are free. During the week, standard rates apply.

Lobby payments for inmate accounts can be made with cash, credit, debit, or checks. Online deposits go through the Allpaid website using code PLC #1364. Tablet account deposits are handled through InmateSales. The facility provides services from Copper Country Mental Health for counseling. Clergy visits and self-management counseling are also offered. Inmates get outdoor recreation time each week.

Houghton County 24 Hour Booking FOIA

Michigan's Freedom of Information Act at MCL 15.231 lets you request booking records from the Houghton County Sheriff's Office. Submit your request to the office at 403 East Houghton Avenue in Houghton. Include the person's name, a date range, and any booking numbers you have. Put your request in writing for the best results.

The county must respond within 5 business days. Complex requests can take 10 more days. Standard copy fees apply at about $0.10 per page. The fee waiver covers the first $20 for people who get public assistance or cannot afford the cost. You can use this waiver two times per year. Under MCL 15.243, records from active investigations and juvenile cases may be withheld. Adult booking records are public in most cases.

Statewide Search Tools

The VineLink system tracks Houghton County inmates for free. Sign up for custody change alerts by email, text, or phone call. VineLink runs all day, every day. It is a good backup if the county roster is down or if you want automatic notifications about a booking status change.

The ICHAT system costs $10 per search and covers criminal history statewide. You need a full name and date of birth. The MiCOURT Case Search is free for court records and covers Houghton County courts. The OTIS system tracks people in state prison who came through county jails. OTIS does not show current county jail inmates, only those who received a state sentence.

Nearby Counties

Houghton County is in Michigan's Upper Peninsula on the Keweenaw Peninsula. These nearby counties have their own 24 hour booking systems.