Manistee County Jail

Search for an Inmate in Manistee County

Manistee County Jail Information

The Manistee County Jail is a 110 bed jail in the city of Manistee, Manistee County, Michigan.

This page provides information on how to search for an inmate in the official jail roster, or by calling the facility at 231-723-8393, directions to the facility, and inmate services such as the visitation schedule and policies, funding an inmate's account, mailing them a letter, receiving phone calls from an inmate, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.

Phone: 231-723-8393

Physical Address:
1525 E. Parkside Ave.
Manistee, MI 49660

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's first and last name
Manistee County Jail
1525 E. Parkside Ave.
Manistee, MI 49660

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How Do You Find Someone in the Manistee County Jail?

To search for an inmate in the Manistee County Jail, review their criminal charges, the amount of their bond, when they can get visits, or even view their mugshot, go to the Official Jail Inmate Roster, or call the jail at 231-723-8393 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an offender's Criminal Court Case online for Manistee County or any county in Michigan.

Manistee County Jail Inmate Search

The Manistee County Jail maintains an average of 110 offenders in custody on any given day. The Manistee County Jail has a monthly turnover of 40% of their inmate population, another 30% turnover every 90 days, another 20% every six months, and approximately 10% stay incarcerated between six and twelve months. Every year Manistee County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 2,200 offenders.

The following charts of Manistee County inmate population demographics are updated daily. The information shown is for today. For research purposes we have broken down the inmates by sex, age, ethnicity, and criminal charges.

The information is compiled from the Manistee County Corrections Department, the state of Michigan Department of Corrections, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records. It represents every person in custody in Manistee County.

For complete information on how to get directions, bond, visit, mail, send and receive email and texts, receive phone calls, and send money or commissary to an inmate, find arrest information for Manistee County and other counties surrounding this one, scroll down this page. We have a section for each.

We also provide photos of the jail that we have collected over the years.

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About the Manistee County Jail
The Manistee County Jail in Michigan has a capacity of 52 beds. The address for the Manistee County Jail in Michigan is Parkside Ave, Manistee, MI 49660. The phone number for the jail is 231-723-8393. The Manistee County Jail in Michigan allows inmates one to two visits of 30 minutes each at the facility, and there may be no limit on the number of visits when using the video visitation system. Visitors are requested to schedule their visit one day in advance to avoid any trouble while visiting the inmate. All visits are non-contact and conducted through a glass partition. Inmates at either Manistee County Jail facility can hold visitors, and visitation schedules can be obtained by calling 231-723-8393. Visits must be scheduled in advance between 8:15am to 4pm Tuesday through Sunday. The Manistee County Jail in Michigan has policies that can be learned about by contacting the facility. There is also a Manistee City Jail that can be located using an inmate locator. The Oaks Correctional Facility is located in Manistee County, but it is a separate facility from the county jail. In 2020, the Manistee County Jail released some inmates due to the COVID-19 pandemic, prioritizing those who were nonviolent, nearing the end of their sentence, or had underlying health issues. Crime victims have the right to be notified when a suspect is being released from jail. There is no information in the provided search results that indicates what makes Manistee County Jail in Michigan unique. The search results only provide general information about the jail, such as its location, contact information, and inmate records.
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Recent Bookings & Arrests

How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Manistee County Jail?

To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Manistee County Jail, call the jail’s booking line at 231-723-8393.

There may be an automated method of looking them up by their name over the phone, or you may be directed to speak to someone at the jail. Sometimes the jail staff may ask you the offender’s date of birth to ensure privacy of the offender’s status.

Keep in mind that after an arrest, the information on an offender may not be publicly available for several hours.

If you don’t want to check up on an offender by calling the jail, you can also try looking up people recently booked online.

Manistee County Jail Booking Roster

What happens during booking in Manistee County?

After being arrested and taken into custody, and after being read their Miranda Rights, an offender will next be transported to the local police or department or the Sheriff’s Department in Manistee County for booking.

Booking is very involved and requires multiple steps in the process, however, keep in mind that most attorneys will advise that an offender remain silent and not offer any additional information about the crime they have been arrested for because anything they do say may be recorded and may very well be used against them in court.

What is the booking process like at the Manistee County Jail?

Booking includes having their photo (mugshot) and fingerprints taken, as well as being asked a lot of questions about their personal history and state of mind. If it’s a serious felony, their DNA may also be taken. They will also be checked for warrants in Manistee County and other Michigan and USA jurisdictions.

If the offender was arrested for a DUI offense, and has refused a breathalyzer test, they may also be forced to have blood drawn by a doctor or nurse.

It is also very likely that the offender will undergo a humiliating full body search while in the nude. This includes bending over, spreading their cheeks in the direction of an officer, and coughing. They will also be walked through a metal detector or x-ray machine, like those used at an airport.

What kind of questions are asked during booking?

The arresting jurisdiction will ask about gang affiliations, tattoos, medical conditions, prescribed medication they are taking, recreational drugs they are on or addicted to, allergies, if they are suicidal, and other relevant information that will help with determining their cell assignment and special needs.

What happens to an offender’s personal property during booking?

During the arrest and booking process an offender will also have all their personal property confiscated and held for either their release from jail, or with the offender’s approval, released to a friend or family member.

Personal property includes the clothing they are wearing, money, wallets, purses, cell phones, jewelry, body rings, earrings, watches, and even glasses if they are deemed a security risk. If they are allowed to keep their shoes or sneakers, the laces are removed.

What happens after booking?

At this point the offender will be allowed to make a free phone call to a person of their choice to notify them of their arrest, and/or arrange a bond or bail for their release.

If the offender is being detained and housed while awaiting arraignment, the Manistee County Jail will provide a jail garment and slip-on shoes, a blanket, sheets, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, and a towel.

Often, before they are dressed in the jail outfit and brought to their housing location, they will be forced to take a shower and undergo a disinfectant treatment for body and hair lice, scabies or other pests that may be residing on their person.

How long does the Manistee County Jail Booking process take?

Booking can take anywhere from an hour to 24 hours or more. It all depends on the number of people that are awaiting processing, the number of staff on duty at the time, and the behavior of the offender.

If the offender is heavily intoxicated and/or violent, the Booking Officer may decide to stick the offender in a holding cell for several hours until they become more manageable.

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Directions / Map to the Manistee County Jail
Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Manistee County Jail? What is the Schedule?

Manistee County Jail uses the services of Inmate Sales, also known as Combined Public Communication (CPC) for visitation communication between inmates and their friends and family members.

In order to have a successful video visit, these are the steps to follow:

  1. Make sure you have a device a speaker, a camera and a connection to the internet.
  2. Register with Inmate Sales.
  3. Find Manistee County Jail
  4. Select 'New Purchase'
  5. Choose this facility and a product ('Remote' or 'Onsite' Visit)
  6. Enter your personal information and purchase minutes.
  7. Schedule a visit.

Call 877-998-5678 if you have any questions.
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We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Manistee County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 231-723-8393 for further assistance.

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Remote Video Visitation

Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Manistee County Jail?

Manistee County Jail uses the services of Inmate Sales, also known as Combined Public Communication (CPC) for visitation communication between inmates and their friends and family members.

In order to have a successful video visit, these are the steps to follow:

  1. Make sure you have a device a speaker, a camera and a connection to the internet.
  2. Register with Inmate Sales.
  3. Find Manistee County Jail
  4. Select 'New Purchase'
  5. Choose this facility and a product ('Remote' or 'Onsite' Visit)
  6. Enter your personal information and purchase minutes.
  7. Schedule a visit.

Call 877-998-5678 if you have any questions.
iphone app
Google Play app

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Manistee County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 231-723-8393 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Manistee County Jail?

There are FOUR options for putting money on an inmate's books:

Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail
Bring money to the jail in person. 
Either the jail personnel will process the Inmate Account payment or you will use a Jail ATM self-serve kiosk in the lobbies that accepts cash, debit or credit cards.

Option 2 - Deposit Inmate Money Online
Manistee County Jail uses Jail ATM to process all online deposits to an inmate's account. The company charges you a small fee for doing so, but the fee probably isn't as much as gas and parking would cost to take it to the jail in person.

Option 3 - Mail the Inmate Deposit to the Jail
Mailing a deposit takes more time to process than the other methods but can be done if you live too far away to bring it in person and you don't have a debit/credit card for online deposits. Never send cash. Always send a Money Order from the US Post Office, a reputable bank or Western Union. Call the Manistee County Jail first as they may want you to do this online or at the jail kiosk instead.
Make the Money Order out to the inmate's name and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order.
1525 E. Parkside Ave.
Manistee, MI 49660


Option 4 - Make an Inmate Deposit with Jail ATM over the Phone by calling 877-810-0914
To do this you will need the inmate's offender # (inmate ID #) and full legal name.

How to Deposit Money Online for an Inmate in Manistee County

To deposit money online for an inmate in Manistee County Jail follow these steps:

  • Register to open an account, or Sign In to JailATM, a service that acts as a bank for inmates in Manistee County.
  • After registering and signing in, select 'Send Money Now'.
  • Choose Michigan, then choose Manistee County Jail
  • Type in your inmate's last name or their Inmate ID.
  • Select your inmate.
  • Input an amount to deposit to your inmate in Manistee County Jail, and then input your payment method. 
  • NOTE: There may be a limit on how much money you can send your inmate in Manistee County at any one time.
  • If you need to phone customer support, call 877-810-0914.

For all information, tips and procedures for sending money to an inmate in Manistee County Jail, or depositing money at the jail, over the phone or by mail, check out our Send Money Page for Manistee County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Manistee County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 231-723-8393 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Manistee County Jail?

How Does an Inmate Make Phone Calls in Manistee County Jail?

To receive phone calls from an inmate in Manistee County follow these instructions:

Manistee County Jail uses the services of NCIC for inmate phone calling. It is called a ‘friends & family account”.

In order to receive phone calls from your inmate, you need to do the following:

  • Register here, or by phone 800-943-2189
  • Choose Michigan.
  • Choose Manistee County Jail
  • Select your Inmate.
  • Enter the phone number your Inmate will be calling.
  • Fund your Account. ($10-$100 at a time)

NOTE:
1.   You cannot receive any calls to your phone number from your inmate until both you and your phone number are registered.
2.  When you do receive a call, the number you will view on your phone from the incoming call is: 800-943-2189.
3.  When allowed by Manistee County Jail, families can also leave secure voicemails for inmates to listen to.

Fees

  • Adding funds to your account - $3.00 
  • Cost of phone call of a Prepaid Collect Account - $0.21 per minute
  • Cost of an interstate (ex. Michigan to a different state) phone call NOT Prepaid - $0.25 per minute
  • Cost of an intrastate (ex. Michigan to Michigan) phone call NOT Prepaid - $0.25 per minute
  • Cost if you set up your account (or fund it) by phone using a live agent, you will be charged a one-time fee of $5.95.

NCIC Customer Service
Phone - 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069
Email – [email protected]
Full list of participating jails.

For all the information regarding phone calls with Manistee County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, fees, limits and more visit our Inmate Phone Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Manistee County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 231-723-8393 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Manistee County Jail, and what can I send them?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Manistee County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 231-723-8393 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Manistee County Jail, and what can I purchase?

JailATM – Send Money or Send Commissary Gift Packs to Manistee County Jail

Search for JailATM services for Manistee County Jail.

Make an inmate deposit with JailATM for Manistee County Jail. 

Note: While JailATM offers the following inmate services, Manistee County Jail may not allow all of them. Check on the JailATM website to confirm. Services available through JailATM are subject to change with no notice.

Send Gift Packs

Manistee County Jail has an agreement with JailATM, which ships predetermined Gift Packs of candy, snacks and hygiene products to the inmate. Check the JailATM website to see if they allow Gift Packs.

These can be ordered by you online and are delivered directly to the inmate.

How to Send a Carepack Commissary Package Directly to an Inmate in Manistee County

To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Manistee County Jail follow these steps:

  • Go to JailATM, choose Michigan, then choose Manistee County Jail
  • Type in your inmate's last name or their Inmate ID.
  • Select your inmate, and then you will be prompted to Register with them to open an account.
  • Select the products you want shipped to them at Manistee County Jail, and then input your payment method. 
  • NOTE: There may be a limit on how much product you can send your inmate in Manistee County at any one time.
  • If you need to phone customer support, call 877-810-0914

For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages or sending money to an inmate in Manistee County Jail check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Manistee County.


 

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Manistee County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 231-723-8393 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Manistee County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Manistee County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 231-723-8393 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Manistee County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Manistee County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 231-723-8393 for further assistance.

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Other Jails Nearby

What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Manistee County?

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