Find Recent Arrests in Montcalm County
Recent arrests in Montcalm County are managed by the sheriff's office in Stanton, in the central part of Michigan. The Montcalm County Sheriff handles all bookings at the county jail on North State Street. After an arrest, criminal cases move to the 8th Circuit Court or the 64A District Court. Both courts are in Stanton. You can search Montcalm County arrest records through statewide databases, the online court system, or by contacting the sheriff directly. This page breaks down the tools and resources you can use to find recent arrest info in Montcalm County.
Montcalm County Quick Facts
Montcalm County Sheriff and Arrest Records
The Montcalm County Sheriff's Office is at 649 N. State Street in Stanton. The phone number is (989) 831-7468. The sheriff handles patrol, the jail, and civil process for the county. When deputies make an arrest, a booking record is created with the charges, bond, date, and basic personal info. The jail sits at the same address. Montcalm County does have an online inmate search tool, so you can check who is currently in custody.
For copies of arrest records, submit a FOIA request. Put the request in writing and include the person's name and date of birth. Under MCL § 15.231, the sheriff has five business days to respond. An extension of 10 days is allowed for larger requests. Standard copies run about $0.10 per page. People who receive public assistance may get the first $20 in fees waived.
You can also stop by the sheriff's office during business hours. Staff can help you find what you need or point you to the right forms. Recent booking logs are sometimes available at the front desk if you ask.
| Agency | Montcalm County Sheriff's Office |
|---|---|
| Address | 649 N. State Street, Stanton, MI 48888 |
| Phone | (989) 831-7468 |
| Jail | 649 N. State Street, Stanton, MI 48888 |
| Records | Arrest logs, booking records, incident reports |
Note: Under MCL § 28.242, Montcalm County law enforcement must report arrests to the state database within 72 hours of booking.
Montcalm County Court Records
Felony cases from Montcalm County go to the 8th Circuit Court. Misdemeanors and preliminary exams are handled by the 64A District Court. The courts are at 639 N. State Street in Stanton. Call (616) 691-3824 for the clerk. Court records include charges, hearing dates, pleas, and sentencing details.
You can look up Montcalm County court records for free through the MiCOURT portal. Search by name or case number. The Michigan Courts website has forms and general info about procedures. Under MCL § 600.1420, court records in Michigan are public. Exceptions exist for juvenile cases and files sealed by a judge.
Certified copies cost around $10 at the clerk's window. Regular copies are $1 per page. Mail requests are accepted too. Include a check or money order with your request and the case number if possible.
| Court | 8th Circuit Court / 64A District Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 639 N. State Street, Stanton, MI 48888 |
| Phone | (616) 691-3824 |
| Online | MiCOURT Case Search |
Online Tools for Montcalm County Arrest Searches
Michigan runs statewide databases that include Montcalm County records. ICHAT from the Michigan State Police is the most thorough. A search costs $10. Enter a name and date of birth. ICHAT returns felony and serious misdemeanor convictions from across the state. Pending charges do not show up. The rules for what gets entered into ICHAT are laid out in MCL § 28.243.
The OTIS database from the Michigan Department of Corrections is free. It tracks inmates, parolees, and people on probation. If someone from Montcalm County goes to state prison, they will be in OTIS. Search by name or MDOC number. People discharged in the past three years also show up.
The screenshot below shows the MiCOURT case search portal at micourt.courts.michigan.gov.
Use MiCOURT to look up court cases from Montcalm County by name or case number at no cost.
VINELink lets you track people booked into the Montcalm County jail. Sign up for free alerts when an inmate is released or transferred. The Michigan Sex Offender Registry is another public database. Search for registered offenders in Montcalm County by name, zip code, or address.
Note: ICHAT only shows convictions. It will not display pending charges or arrests that did not result in a conviction in Montcalm County.
Clearing Montcalm County Arrest Records
Michigan's Clean Slate law under MCL § 780.621 gives many people a path to clear old records. Automatic expungement applies to certain felonies after 10 years and misdemeanors after seven years. You can also file a petition with the 8th Circuit Court. Use Form MC 227 and pay the $50 filing fee. Violent offenses and sex crimes are not eligible.
Check your eligibility at Michigan Legal Help. The site offers free tools and step-by-step guides. Once a record is set aside, it gets pulled from ICHAT and other state databases. Expect the process to take a few months after the court enters the order.
Under MCL § 445.1883, it is illegal for commercial websites to charge people to remove their mugshots in Michigan. This covers booking photos from Montcalm County arrests. If you run into a site asking for payment, you can file a complaint with the Attorney General.
Counties Near Montcalm County
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