Chippewa County Recent Arrests
Recent arrests in Chippewa County are public records you can search through the sheriff's office, local courts, and state databases. Chippewa County sits in Michigan's Upper Peninsula with its county seat in Sault Ste. Marie. The Chippewa County Sheriff handles bookings and keeps arrest logs at the county jail. Criminal cases move to the 50th Circuit Court or the 91st District Court. This page covers how to find recent arrest records in Chippewa County and what tools are available for online and in-person searches.
Chippewa County Quick Facts
Chippewa County Sheriff and Recent Arrests
The Chippewa County Sheriff's Office is at 325 Court St in Sault Ste. Marie. The phone number is (906) 635-2200. Deputies patrol rural areas, serve warrants, and run the county jail. Each arrest creates a booking record that shows the person's name, charges, bond, and mugshot. These records are public under Michigan law.
Chippewa County is one of the largest counties in Michigan by land area. It borders Canada along the St. Marys River. The sheriff's office covers a lot of ground, from the Sault Ste. Marie area to remote parts of the eastern Upper Peninsula. Arrests in the county can stem from drug cases, OWI stops, domestic incidents, warrants, and border-related matters. The county jail holds people awaiting trial and those serving short sentences. All booking data from the jail is available through records requests.
To request Chippewa County arrest records, you can visit the sheriff's office or submit a FOIA request by mail. Under MCL § 15.231, you have the right to access government records. The office has five business days to respond. Include the full name and date of birth of the person you are looking for. Copy fees are typically $0.10 per page. MCL § 28.242 requires all Chippewa County arrests to be reported to the state within 72 hours.
| Agency | Chippewa County Sheriff's Office |
|---|---|
| Address | 325 Court St, Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 |
| Phone | (906) 635-2200 |
| Records | Arrest logs, booking records, incident reports |
Court Records from Chippewa County Arrests
Felonies in Chippewa County are handled by the 50th Circuit Court. Misdemeanors go to the 91st District Court. Both courts are at 319 Court St in Sault Ste. Marie. Call (906) 635-6338 for questions. Court files include charges, hearing schedules, pleas, and sentencing details. The clerk's office can provide copies of most criminal case documents.
The MiCOURT portal lets you search Chippewa County court records online for free. Enter a name or case number. Results show the case status, type, and parties involved. For full documents, you may need to visit the clerk in Sault Ste. Marie. Under MCL § 600.1420, court proceedings in Michigan are open to the public. Sealed cases and juvenile records are the main exceptions.
| Court | 50th Circuit Court / 91st District Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 319 Court St, Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 |
| Phone | (906) 635-6338 |
| Online | MiCOURT Case Search |
Note: The 50th Circuit Court in Sault Ste. Marie also serves as the court of record for Chippewa County juvenile and family cases, though those records are restricted.
Search Chippewa County Recent Arrests Online
Several state databases can help you find Chippewa County recent arrests. ICHAT from the Michigan State Police is the most comprehensive. Each search costs $10. You enter a name and date of birth. ICHAT shows felony and serious misdemeanor convictions from all 83 counties. It does not include pending cases or arrests without convictions.
The OTIS system tracks offenders under state supervision. Run by the Michigan Department of Corrections, it is free to use. If someone from Chippewa County is in a state prison or on parole, OTIS has their record. Search by name or MDOC number. The system also covers people discharged within the past three years.
The screenshot below shows the MDOC homepage at michigan.gov/corrections.
MDOC manages OTIS and all state prison facilities. Contact them for records on anyone under state supervision from Chippewa County.
VINELink sends free custody alerts. Track someone in the Chippewa County jail and get notified when they are released, moved, or escape. Anyone can sign up. The Michigan Sex Offender Registry shows registered offenders in the county by name, zip code, or address. MCL § 28.243 sets the rules for how criminal history records are kept and shared across state databases.
Clearing Chippewa County Arrest Records
Michigan's Clean Slate law under MCL § 780.621 provides a path to clear old arrest records. Automatic expungement covers up to two felonies after 10 years and four misdemeanors after seven years. You must stay conviction-free during the waiting period. You can also petition the 50th Circuit Court using Form MC 227 from the Michigan Courts website. The filing fee is $50.
Not all crimes qualify for expungement. Violent offenses and sex crimes are excluded. But many people with old Chippewa County records can benefit from this law. Michigan Legal Help offers free tools to check eligibility and walk you through the petition process. Under MCL § 445.1883, Michigan law also stops commercial sites from charging fees to remove booking photos from Chippewa County or elsewhere in the state.
Counties Near Chippewa County
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