Crawford County Jail

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Crawford County Jail Information

The Crawford County Jail is a 51-bed jail located in Grayling, Crawford County, Michigan. For inmate information, you can call them 24/7 at 989-348-4822.

This facility processes offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies within the county. They are brought here for booking and processing. Depending on their charges, they may remain incarcerated until they are either bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or ordered to stay in custody until their trial is resolved.

You can use the inmate search tool to view the jail's roster and see who is currently in custody.

Inmates sentenced to less than one year will serve their time in this facility. Those with sentences longer than one year will be transferred to either the Michigan State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

On this page, you'll find information on inmate services, including the visitation schedule, funding an inmate's account, sending mail, receiving phone calls, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.

It's useful to note and save the inmate's jail ID or booking number, which is often needed for sending mail or other communications. If you can't find it online, you can call Crawford County Jail at 989-348-4822 for assistance.

Phone: 989-348-4822

Physical Address:
200 W. Michigan Ave
Grayling, MI 49738

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Crawford County Jail
200 W. Michigan Ave
Grayling, MI 49738

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Crawford County Jail
200 W. Michigan Ave
Grayling, MI 49738

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How Do You Find Someone in the Crawford County Jail?

To search for an inmate in the Crawford 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 989-348-4822 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an offender's Criminal Court Case online for Crawford County or any county in Michigan.

Crawford County Jail Inmate Search

The Crawford County Jail maintains an average of 51 offenders in custody on any given day. The Crawford 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 Crawford County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 1,820 offenders.

The following charts of Crawford 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 Crawford 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 Crawford 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 Crawford 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 Crawford County Jail

The 51-bed Crawford County Jail is responsible for the housing and care of those who are accused or convicted of committing a misdemeanor or felony in Crawford 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 989-348-4822, 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 Crawford 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 #
Crawford County Jail
200 W. Michigan Ave
Grayling, MI 49738

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 #
Crawford County Jail
200 W. Michigan Ave
Grayling, MI 49738

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

How does the booking process work at Crawford County Jail?

Once someone is arrested, they are taken to Crawford County Jail for booking. This process involves identifying the individual, determining charges, and deciding if they will be released on their own recognizance, released on bail, or held in custody until their court date.

It’s important for the arrestee to stay silent, as anything they say can be used against them. The best advice is to avoid answering any questions about the arrest until legal counsel is present.

The booking process at Crawford County Jail typically includes the following steps:

  • Verifying identity.
  • Taking a mugshot.
  • Answering questions regarding medical, mental health, and substance use history.
  • DNA collection, if required.
  • Conducting a thorough search.
  • Confiscating personal belongings.
  • Providing a free phone call.

Depending on circumstances, booking can take anywhere from one hour to up to 48 hours, especially during busy periods or if the individual is uncooperative. For questions about paying an arrestee’s bond or bail amount, contact the facility at 989-348-4822.

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Directions / Map to the Crawford County Jail
Inmate Bail and Bonding

What is the process to pay bail for someone detained in Crawford County?

After an individual is apprehended and taken to Crawford County Jail in Grayling for booking, their release options vary based on the situation:

1. They might be released without bail, on the condition they appear in court on a scheduled date.
2. They may be detained until their court appearance.
3. They may be eligible for release after posting a bail or bond.  Call 989-348-4822 for the exact bail amount.

There are different ways to settle an individual's bail or bond.

  • Bail can be paid using cash, a money order, or a credit card.
  • A licensed bail bondsman in Crawford County can assist with payment.
  • Real estate located in the county can be used as bail collateral. 

For more information on the bail process in Crawford County, Michigan, visit the Crawford County Jail Bail Information Page.

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Inmate Visitation

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

Crawford County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

200 W. Michigan Ave
Grayling, MI 49738
989-348-4822

  • Visits are 30 minutes.
  • You must be on the inmate's visitor list and must be at least 15 years of age.
  • The actual visitation times may depend on the inmate and their housing location. Call 989-348-4822 and get your inmate's times and make an appointment to visit.
  • Inmates are allowed one visit per week.
  • A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per inmate.
  • Visitors must have a government issued photo ID.
  • Dress professionally with non-revealing clothing.

ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 989-348-4822 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!

DAY TIMES LAST NAME
MONDAY 6:00PM - 8:30PM A - I
TUESDAY 6:00PM - 8:30PM J - Z
WEDNESDAY 6:00PM - 8:30PM A - I
THURSDAY 6:00PM - 8:30PM J-Z

Crawford County Jail uses CIDNET for Remote Video Visitation between inmates and their friends and family.  
Register here.





Frequently Asked Questions
Instructions on How to Use CIDNET
CIDNET Instrucciones
Contact Customer Support

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Crawford County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 989-348-4822 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 Crawford County Jail?

Crawford County Jail uses CIDNET for Remote Video Visitation between inmates and their friends and family.  
Register here.


Friends & Family Portal Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Instructions on How to Use CIDNET
CIDNET Instrucciones
Contact Customer Support

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Crawford County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 989-348-4822 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Crawford 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
Crawford 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 Crawford 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 #
Crawford County Jail
200 W. Michigan Ave
Grayling, MI 49738


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 Crawford County

To deposit money online for an inmate in Crawford 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 Crawford County.
  • After registering and signing in, select 'Send Money Now'.
  • Choose Michigan, then choose Crawford 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 Crawford County Jail, and then input your payment method. 
  • NOTE: There may be a limit on how much money you can send your inmate in Crawford 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 Crawford County Jail, or depositing money at the jail, over the phone or by mail, check out our Send Money Page for Crawford County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Crawford County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 989-348-4822 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

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

How to Make and Receive Phone Calls and Video Phone Calls from an Inmate in Crawford County

To register and sign up for a phone account with CIDNET Inmate Phone Service, follow the instructions below:

  • Register and create an account with CIDNET.
  • Type in your Email, Time Zone and First & Last Name of your Crawford County Jail inmate.
    1. Click the Create Account button.
    2. Read the Terms of Use, then click Agree.
    3. Login to your email and open the CIDNET email.
    4. In the email, click the Complete Your Verification link.
    5. Choose a Security PIN and a Password.
    6. Click the Sign In button.
  • After logging in, from the Menu, choose the state of Michigan, then the Crawford County Jail, then your inmate's name.
  • Once you have completed this, the Crawford County Jail will have to give final approval for you to set up a phone account with your inmate.

For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues regarding making phone calls with an inmate in Crawford County, visit our full page guide

NOTE: All phone conversations are recorded. Whatever you talk about, can and will be used against your inmate in court. Never discuss their pending criminal case!
Also, be warned that some phone providers are collecting voice prints for a database which law enforcement agencies are building.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Crawford County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 989-348-4822 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

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

Crawford County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Crawford County Jail allows inmates to receive pre-metered postcards like the type purchased from the post office. They may also allow certain photo postcards as long as they have not been tampered with or contain images that may be considered to be obscene or violent in nature. It is best to only use blue or black ink. Always include your name and return address.

Envelopes
The Crawford 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 #
Crawford County Jail
200 W. Michigan Ave
Grayling, MI 49738



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Crawford County Jail
200 W. Michigan Ave
Grayling, MI 49738



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
The Crawford County Jail allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as AmazonBarnes & 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 Crawford County Jail standards will be disposed of. 
Hard cover books will not be accepted by the jail due to their potential to be used as a weapon.


All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Crawford County Jail
200 W. Michigan Ave
Grayling, MI 49738

Crawford County Jail Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?

For inmates receiving mail in the Crawford 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 Crawford County Jail:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Crawford County Jail
200 W. Michigan Ave
Grayling, MI 49738


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 Crawford County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 989-348-4822 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

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

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

Search for JailATM services for Crawford County Jail.

Make an inmate deposit with JailATM for Crawford County Jail. 

Note: While JailATM offers the following inmate services, Crawford 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

Crawford 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 Crawford County

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

  • Go to JailATM, choose Michigan, then choose Crawford 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 Crawford County Jail, and then input your payment method. 
  • NOTE: There may be a limit on how much product you can send your inmate in Crawford 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 Crawford County Jail check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Crawford County.


 

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Crawford County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 989-348-4822 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

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

Crawford County Jail uses CIDNET for Digital Mail Messaging between inmates and their friends and family.  
Register here.



Friends & Family Portal Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Instructions on How to Use CIDNET
CIDNET Instrucciones
Contact Customer Support

How to send a text or email to an inmate in Crawford County

To send and receive secure texts or emails from an inmate housed in Crawford County follow these instructions:

  • Register and create an account with CIDNET.
  • Choose a Security PIN and Password.
  • After logging in, from the Menu, choose the state of Michigan, then the Crawford County Jail, then your inmate's name.
  • Once you have completed this, the Crawford County Jail will have to give final approval for you to communicate by email with your chosen inmate.

For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues with Texting and Emailing an inmate in Crawford County, visit our full page guide

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Crawford County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 989-348-4822 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

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

Crawford County Jail may now offer CIDNET Tablet Rentals to their inmates.

CIDNET is the same company that handles inmate phone systems, video visitations, email and texting and digital letters.

The tablets can be rented on a monthly basis and while not directly connected to the internet, the inmates can use them for the following activities:

  • Phone Calls - Inmates may make calls directly from their tablet allowing for more privacy. The rates are the same as the phones in the unit, and the calls are still recorded and monitored.
  • eMessaging - Communicate via a text based message or picture. Fee based system.
  • Education - Free educational platform and course catalog that provides thousands of educational resources.
  • Self Help -Inmates have daily access to mental health and addiction recovery programming.
  • Music - Top-40, Hip-Hop, Country, Rock, Gospel, and more.
  • Law Library -  Legal research with up-to-date case information.
  • eBooks - Thousands of available titles.
  • Religion - Religious resources for spiritual guidance.
  • Games - Inmates can play their favorite games. Available through monthly subscriptions
  • Facility Services - Digital access to submitted forms, requests, facility documents, and notifications from staff.

Here's how it works:

  • Register here
  • Pay for the subscription.
  • You get charged the 1st of each month. 
  • You get charged a full month even if it's only used for a partial month.
  • No activation or early termination fees.
  • Your inmate will recieve their tablet in 3-5 business days, after you pay.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Crawford County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 989-348-4822 for further assistance.

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Are there photos of the Crawford County Jail? What does it look like?
Other Jails in Crawford County

What are the other City and County Jails in Crawford County?

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Other Jails Nearby

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Search for an Inmate in Crawford County

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