Inmate information from the 46-bed Arenac County Jail is available by phone 24 hours a day at 989-846-4561.
Whenever someone is arrested in the county for a misdemeanor or felony, this is where they go for booking and processing. Some are released quickly on bond or their own recognizance; others stay in custody until their trial is over.
You can check who is in custody right now with the inmate search tool.
Sentences of less than one year are carried out at this facility. Sentences of more than one year are carried out in the Michigan State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page lists what you need to know to search the official jail roster, find the facility, and use inmate services including visitation, money deposits, mail, phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary.
Don’t forget to note the inmate’s jail ID or booking number, which is usually required for mail. If you can’t find it online, call Arenac County Jail at 989-846-4561.
Phone: 989-846-4561
Physical Address:
126 N. Grove St.
Standish, MI 48658
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Arenac County Jail
126 Grove Street
Standish, MI, 48658
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Inmate's first and last name (Inmate ID# if known)
Arenac County Jail
126 N. Grove St.
Standish, MI 48658
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Arenac 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 989-846-4561 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an offender's Criminal Court Case online for Arenac County or any county in Michigan.
Arenac County Jail Inmate Search
The Arenac County Jail maintains an average of 46 offenders in custody on any given day. The Arenac 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 Arenac County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 920 offenders.
The following charts of Arenac 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 Arenac 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 Arenac 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 Arenac 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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The 46-bed Arenac County Jail is responsible for the housing and care of those who are accused or convicted of committing a misdemeanor or felony in Arenac County as they wait for their trial or as they serve their sentence, usually less than one year.
It serves many law enforcement organizations including the Sheriff’s Department, local police, Immigration, and other surrounding counties as needed.
If you have questions regarding an inmate or the programs and services provided, the staff can be reached at 989-846-4561, and an online listing of all the detainees is published for your own investigation.
Upon intake, the booking process is completed, which includes a medical screening, fingerprinting and mugshots, DNA sample, along with an assessment to determine security needs, medical needs, mental health requirements, and housing assignment.
Staff is available to transport all inmates to court dates and any medical appointments or emergency needs, as well as inspecting all mail for contraband, receiving commissary funds and other money for inmates, maintaining the safety of the community and the security of the facility, and other tasks.
The Arenac County Jail also provides several other services to inmates including basic needs in meals, laundry, and hygiene items, and programs including AA, counseling, religious programs, education, recreation, and opportunities to grow social and life skills.
Along with the efforts made by the staff, reduced recidivism is seen when inmates are able to stay in contact and supported by their family or friends who are not incarcerated so mail, phones, and visits are provided.
Visits are in person, and are via video and an account is created online to book and complete visits, allowing both visitors and inmates to schedule a visit.
Phone accounts are also registered online, and allow for inmates to make outgoing calls during the daytime and evening hours when they are not participating in a task or program.
Information for money for an inmate’s commissary can be found on our Inmate Money page.
All personal mail is sent to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Arenac County Jail
126 Grove Street
Standish, MI, 48658
Staff will open each piece and look for contraband, which is removed before it is given to the inmate.
Legal mail, money orders, books and newspaper and magazine subscriptions are mailed to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Inmate's first and last name (Inmate ID# if known)
Arenac County Jail
126 N. Grove St.
Standish, MI 48658
After an arrest, individuals are taken to Arenac County Jail where they go through booking. This process includes identifying the person, reviewing charges, and determining whether they will be released on their own, eligible for bail, or detained until their court date.
It’s crucial to remain silent after being arrested. Anything said may be used in court, so it’s better to refrain from speaking until consulting with an attorney.
The following steps outline the booking procedure at Arenac County Jail:
Booking can take from a short hour to longer periods, especially on busy nights or with uncooperative individuals. For inquiries about posting bond for an arrestee, call the facility at 989-846-4561.
Once someone is booked at Arenac County Jail in Standish after an arrest, there are several outcomes:
1. They may be released without paying bail, agreeing to show up on a scheduled date.
2. They may remain in custody until their court appearance.
3. They can pay a bail or bond for release. Call 989-846-4561 for bail details.
Bail payments can take several forms.
For detailed information about the bail process in Arenac County, Michigan, see the Arenac County Jail Bail FAQ.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Arenac County Jail? What is the Schedule?
126 N. Grove St.
Standish, MI 48658
989-846-4561
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 989-846-4561 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM |
| MONDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| TUESDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| THURSDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| FRIDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| SATURDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Arenac County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 989-846-4561 for further assistance.
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Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Arenac County Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Arenac County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 989-846-4561 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Arenac County Jail?
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 an Express Account self-serve kiosk in the lobbies that accepts cash, debit or credit cards.
Option 2 - Deposit Inmate Money Online
Arenac County Jail uses Express Account 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 Arenac 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.
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Inmate's first and last name (Inmate ID# if known)
Arenac County Jail
126 N. Grove St.
Standish, MI 48658
Option 4 - Make an Inmate Deposit with Express Account 24/7 over the Phone by calling 866-422-6833.
To do this you will need the inmate's offender # (inmate ID #) and full legal name.
By creating an account with Express Account you can send money:
Express Account also serves Arenac County Jail inmates by allowing friends and family to purchase commissary items for them and having them shipped directly to the facility.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Arenac County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 989-846-4561 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Arenac County Jail?
To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Arenac County do the following:
1. Enroll in an account with Securus Technologies.
2. Choose one of three account types, Securus Debit, Advance Connect or Direct Bill.
3. Choose Arenac County Jail, then connect with your inmate.
4. If you have any questions, call Securus: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591.
To find out fees, how to's, calling times, limits on phone calls and other systems Securus has do that you can communicate with your Arenac County inmate, check out our Inmate Phone Page.
NOTE: All of your inmate's phone calls are recorded and stored. It is advised not to discuss their pending case.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Arenac County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 989-846-4561 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Arenac County Jail, and what can I send them?
Postcards
Ask the Arenac County Jail whether it accepts postcards, and what size and type, before mailing one. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The Arenac County Jail also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates. It is best to only use blue or black ink.
Postcards and envelopes MUST HAVE the sender's full name and return address on the envelope.
Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Arenac County Jail
126 Grove Street
Standish, MI, 48658
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Inmate's first and last name (Inmate ID# if known)
Arenac County Jail
126 N. Grove St.
Standish, MI 48658
Newspapers
Newspapers may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher.
Magazines
News, special interest or sports magazines may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher. Any magazines that contain profanity, weapons, pornography or other content that is adult in nature will be confiscated by the jail staff and will NOT be delivered to the inmate.
Books
Ask the Arenac County Jail whether books can be mailed in, and whether they must come straight from a publisher or retailer such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble or Books-A-Million. You can order them directly from your computer and have them shipped to the inmate at the address noted.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Arenac County Jail standards will be disposed of.
Ask the Arenac County Jail whether hardcover books are accepted.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Inmate's first and last name (Inmate ID# if known)
Arenac County Jail
126 N. Grove St.
Standish, MI 48658
For inmates receiving mail in the Arenac County Jail there are different addresses and policies depending on the inmate's status, as well as what type of mail they are receiving; personal mail, legal mail, subscriptions or books sent from a third-party such as Amazon.
All mail is to be shipped to the Arenac County Jail:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Arenac County Jail
126 Grove Street
Standish, MI, 48658
For complete information on mail policies, what you can send an inmate and what address to send them, check out our Inmate Mail page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Arenac County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 989-846-4561 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Arenac County Jail, and what can I purchase?
By creating an account with Express Account you can send money and purchase commissary to an inmate:
Express Account and TIGGS Canteen Service allows friends and family to purchase commissary items for them and having them shipped directly to the facility. Items such as snacks (healthy or non-healthy, clothes, hygeine products, etc.)
By creating an account with Express Account you can send money and purchase commissary to an inmate:
Express Account and TIGGS Canteen Service allows friends and family to purchase commissary items for them and having them shipped directly to the facility. Items such as snacks (healthy or non-healthy, clothes, hygeine products, etc.)
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Arenac County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 989-846-4561 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Arenac 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 Arenac County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 989-846-4561 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Arenac 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 Arenac County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 989-846-4561 for further assistance.
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What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Arenac County?
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