Emmet County Correctional Facility

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Emmet County Correctional Facility Information

The Emmet County Correctional Facility is a 103-bed jail located in Petoskey, Emmet County, Michigan. For inmate information, you can call them 24/7 at 231-347-2036.

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 Emmet County Correctional Facility at 231-347-2036 for assistance.

Phone: 231-347-2036

Physical Address:
450 Bay Street
Petoskey, MI 49770

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Emmet County Correctional Facility
450 Bay Street
Petoskey MI 49770
(personal mail - postcards only)

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Emmet County Correctional Facility
450 Bay Street
Petoskey MI 49770

Other Jails and Prisons

How Do You Find Someone in the Emmet County Correctional Facility?

To search for an inmate in the Emmet County Correctional Facility, 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 231-347-2036 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an offender's Criminal Court Case online for Emmet County or any county in Michigan.

Emmet County Correctional Facility Inmate Search

The Emmet County Correctional Facility maintains an average of 103 offenders in custody on any given day. The Emmet County Correctional Facility 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 Emmet County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 2,060 offenders.

The following charts of Emmet 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 Emmet 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 Emmet 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 Emmet 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 Emmet County Correctional Facility

The large glass lobby of the Emmet County Building is the location for not only the 103-bed Emmet County Correctional Facility, but also the Sheriff’s Office and other county services.

The Emmet County Correctional Facility is the detention center for all offenders and inmates who are being held for trial or sentenced within Emmet County or both felony and misdemeanor charges. Both male and female inmates are at this location, with juveniles having another location for their own security.

The facility has a capacity of 103 beds and provides services around the clock every day of the year, with a staff that monitors inmates at all times to ensure their safety and the security of the location, while also protecting the safety of the community.

Access to the status of an inmate is provided online, which allows friends or family to discover if their loved one is being held at the location, their bail, potential release dates, and other details, with staff being able to answer questions and provide information on paying bail and other procedures when you call 231-347-2036.

To pay the bond for an inmate, or to provide money for their commissary and other purchases, there is online access as well as access through a kiosk that is located in the lobby of the jail.

Mail is sent directly to this location through the post office and will be checked for contraband before being given to the inmate, with any decorated items, perfumed items, or others will be removed and placed in the property of the inmate for their release. Any mail without a return address will not be passed to the inmate.

Send mail with correct postage to:

Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Emmet County Correctional Facility
450 Bay Street
Petoskey MI 49770
(personal mail - postcards only)

Phone access for outgoing calls is provided 7am to 11pm every day, with no incoming calls being possible and phone cards or money on the phone account is needed.

For further contact e-messages are available through the use of a tablet or kiosk and can be accessed online to send and receive messages, photos, ecards, and they will be received the day they are sent.

All visits will not be conducted through video and can be scheduled and completed remotely.

Information for money for an inmate’s commissary can be found on our Inmate Money page.

Legal mail, money orders, books and newspaper and magazine subscriptions are mailed to:

Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Emmet County Correctional Facility
450 Bay Street
Petoskey MI 49770

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

How does the booking process work at Emmet County Correctional Facility?

Once someone is arrested, they are taken to Emmet County Correctional Facility 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 Emmet County Correctional Facility 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 231-347-2036.

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Directions / Map to the Emmet County Correctional Facility
Inmate Bail and Bonding

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

After an individual is apprehended and taken to Emmet County Correctional Facility in Petoskey 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 231-347-2036 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 Emmet 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 Emmet County, Michigan, visit the Emmet County Correctional Facility Bail Information Page.

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Emmet County Correctional Facility? What is the Schedule?

Emmet County Correctional Facility ON-SITE (at the jail) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

450 Bay Street
Petoskey, MI 49770
231-347-2036

Schedule Video Visits online with Securus

  • On-site Visits are free.
  • Visits are 20 minutes.
  • Visitation schedule subject to change.
  • Inmates are allowed one visit per day however the weekly limit is determined by the inmates classification.
  • A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per an on-site video session.
  • All visits must be made at least 24 hours in advance.

ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

NO ON-SITE VIDEO VISITATION



Emmet County Correctional Facility REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

Schedule Video Visits online with Securus

  • All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
  • Remote visits are charged a fee of $7.95 for a 20 minute visit.
  • Visitation Schedule subject to change.

REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE

DAY TIME
SUNDAY 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
MONDAY 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
THURSDAY 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
FRIDAY 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
SATURDAY 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Attorneys have access to their clients during the following times:

9:00 AM - 10:00 PM

  • Inmates cannot be seen during mealtimes, lockdowns and emergency situations.
  • Attorneys may call 231-347-2036 for questions or appointments.

Emmet County Correctional Facility uses Securus Video Connect for Remote Inmate Video Visitation. 



Video Visitation allows 'approved' friends, family members, attorneys and clergy of an inmate to connect with them using their computer, Securus Video Visitation app, or ‘on-site’ kiosk. 

Steps:
Register and/or log in.
Select the facility of your inmate.
Review the days, available hours and the cost of remote and on-site visits.
Schedule your visit.

What is the Cost of a Remote Video Visit?
Costs vary and are subject to change, but generally visits range from $5.00 to $15.00 for a 15 to 30 minute online or on-site video visit.

How do you know if your Inmate will be available during the time you schedule?
The Securus system knows the times that Emmet County Correctional Facility inmates are available for remote video visits.
It will not allow you to schedule a visit with your inmate if they are not available or the video visitation kiosk(s) in the jail are booked already.
Once you schedule a visit with your inmate they will be notified of the date and time of the visit.

Important Tips:
Your entire visit is being monitored and recorded. Do not say or do anything that you would not want being replayed in court.
You should schedule your visit, in advance, at a time that works best for you.
For best sound quality, use earbuds or headsets.

Quick & Easy Access to Important Information & Help:
Phone: 972-734-1111 or 877-578-3658
Video Tutorial on Registering for Securus Video Visits.
Frequently Asked Questions.
Emmet County Correctional Facility Pricing.
Securus Contact Information.
iphone app
Android app

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Emmet County Correctional Facility’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 231-347-2036 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 Emmet County Correctional Facility?

Emmet County Correctional Facility uses Securus Video Connect for Remote Inmate Video Visitation. 




Video Visitation allows 'approved' friends, family members, attorneys and clergy of an inmate to connect with them using their computer, Securus Video Visitation app, or ‘on-site’ kiosk. 

Steps:
Register and/or log in.
Select the facility of your inmate.
Review the days, available hours and the cost of remote and on-site visits.
Schedule your visit.

What is the Cost of a Remote Video Visit?
Costs vary and are subject to change, but generally visits range from $5.00 to $15.00 for a 15 to 30 minute online or on-site video visit.

How do you know if your Inmate will be available during the time you schedule?
The Securus system knows the times that Emmet County Correctional Facility inmates are available for remote video visits.
It will not allow you to schedule a visit with your inmate if they are not available or the video visitation kiosk(s) in the jail are booked already.
Once you schedule a visit with your inmate they will be notified of the date and time of the visit.

Important Tips:
Your entire visit is being monitored and recorded. Do not say or do anything that you would not want being replayed in court.
You should schedule your visit, in advance, at a time that works best for you.
For best sound quality, use earbuds or headsets.

Quick & Easy Access to Important Information & Help:
Phone: 972-734-1111 or 877-578-3658
Video Tutorial on Registering for Securus Video Visits.
Frequently Asked Questions.
Emmet County Correctional Facility Pricing.
Securus Contact Information.
iphone app
Android app

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Emmet County Correctional Facility’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 231-347-2036 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Emmet County Correctional Facility?

There are multiple ways to add money to an inmate's account at Emmet County Correctional Facility, using Access Corrections Secure Deposits

1. Online - Making a deposit using a verified Visa or Mastercard online, or using their Apple or Android App.
2. By phone - Dial 866.345.1884 to reach their 24/7 Access Corrections domestic call centers.
3. Jail Lobby Kiosk - Kiosks accept cash, credit cards, and debit cards.
4. Mail-in Lockbox - Friends or Family who do not have a credit or debit card can mail money orders to their secure lockbox to make deposits to an inmate’s account. Depositors use a customized form that captures all needed information. Upon receipt, they process and post the deposits to the inmate's trust fund in approximately 48 hours.

Money orders may be mailed to inmates at:
Access Corrections
P.O. Box 12486
St. Louis, MO 63132

Money orders must be made out to "Access Secure Deposits".
Include the state, city, inmate name and ID number on all money orders.

5. Walk-in Cash Deposits - Go to any Cash Pay Today location to deposit cash to your inmate's account.

Secure Deposits - Frequently Asked Questions
Secure Deposits - Video Tutorial on How it Works
Secure Deposits - Help Pages

Customer Service Contacts:
Phone: 866-345-1884
Emailcustomerservice@accesscorrections.com
Online Chat - Look for 'bubble' on bottom right of the page linked here.

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Emmet County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Emmet County Correctional Facility follow these steps:

  • Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
  • Select Michigan, then select Emmet County Correctional Facility, and then the inmate you want to send money to.
  • Choose the amount of money you want to send, and input your payment method.

For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Emmet County Correctional Facility.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Emmet County Correctional Facility’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 231-347-2036 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Emmet County Correctional Facility?

How an Inmate Makes a Phone Call to You or Others from Emmet County Correctional Facility

To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Emmet 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 [facility_name_1}, 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 Emmet 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 Emmet County Correctional Facility’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 231-347-2036 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Emmet County Correctional Facility, and what can I send them?

Emmet County Correctional Facility Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Emmet County Correctional Facility ONLY allows inmates to receive pre-metered postcards like the type purchased from the post office unless noted otherwise.

  • Minimum size: 3.5 Inches by 4.25 inches. Maximum size: 4.25 inches by 6 inches.
  • Postcards mailed with a stamp will be rejected.
  • It is best to only use blue or black ink.
  • Always include your name and return address.


Envelopes
Envelopes with personal letters are NOT allowed.

Postcards MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Emmet County Correctional Facility
450 Bay Street
Petoskey MI 49770
(personal mail - postcards only)



Legal Mail
Envelopes from an attorney or professionals related to an inmates case ARE allowed.

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Emmet County Correctional Facility
450 Bay Street
Petoskey MI 49770



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 Emmet County Correctional Facility 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 Emmet County Correctional Facility 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 #
Emmet County Correctional Facility
450 Bay Street
Petoskey MI 49770

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

For inmates receiving mail in the Emmet County Correctional Facility 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. Due to drug smuggling, not all inmates are even allowed to receive mail in envelopes, as only certain types of postcards are allowed.

For complete information on mail policies and addresses, check out our Inmate Mail page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Emmet County Correctional Facility’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 231-347-2036 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Emmet County Correctional Facility, and what can I purchase?

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Emmet County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Emmet County Correctional Facility follow these steps:

  • Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
  • Select Michigan, then select Emmet County Correctional Facility, and then the inmate you want to send money to.
  • Choose the amount of money you want to send, and input your payment method.

For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Emmet County Correctional Facility.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Emmet County Correctional Facility’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 231-347-2036 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Emmet County Correctional Facility using an Online Messaging Service?

Emmet County Correctional Facility uses Securus eMessaging for Inmate Email.




Register here. (You are already registered if you signed up with Securus for 'Phone' or 'Remote Visitation').

Steps: 
1.  Sign up for eMessaging
2. Find your inmate.
3. Purchase a book of Securus ‘stamps’.
4. Type & Send message.

Things you CAN do:
1.  You CAN ONLY send messages from the Securus website, or with the Securus app. (links below).
2. You CAN transfer ‘stamps’ to your inmate.
3. You CAN deposit money to your inmate, and they can purchase ‘stamps’ on their end.
4. Each time you send a message, you CAN pay for them to reply.
5. You CAN send photos. (Jail staff will review for appropriateness) 

Things you CANNOT do:
1.  You CANNOT use your own personal email to send messages.
2. You CANNOT send any message or photo that would normally be rejected by regular mail.

Other Things:
1.  Photos must be .jpg, .jpeg or .png.
2. eMessages and photos must meet the jail’s standards for regular mail.
3. If your eMessage or Photo is rejected you will be notified of the reason, but you will NOT get a refund.

What is the cost of sending inmate messages?

  • Send a text Message - 1 stamp
  • Purchase a reply for your inmate - 1 stamp
  • Attach up to 5 photos - 1 stamp each photo
  • Share up to 5 eCards - 1 stamp each eCard
  • Send just a photo with no text - 1 stamp
  • Send a 30 second VideoGram - 3 stamps

What can your inmate do with digital 'stamps'?

  • Reply to your eMessage if you attach a return stamp
  • Receive transferred stamps you share with them (no cost to transfer)
  • When available, they can purchase their own stamps from their Inmate Debit Account


Contact Information and Help:
eMessaging FAQ  
eMessaging Signup & Helpful Information  
Online Customer Service Support 
Phone Support: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591
iphone app
Android app

Mailing Check payments
Securus Correctional Billing Services
PO Box 650757
Dallas, Texas 75265-075

How to Send a Text or Email Message to an Inmate in Emmet County Correctional Facility

To send a text or email message to a Emmet County inmate, do the following:

Emmet County Correctional Facility uses Securus eMessaging for Inmate Email.

Register here. (You are already registered if you signed up with Securus for 'Phone' or 'Remote Visitation' in Emmet County or any jail or prison in the country).
Steps: 
1.  Sign up for eMessaging
2. Find your Emmet County inmate.
3. Purchase a book of Securus ‘stamps’.
4. Type & Send message.

For all Emmet County information for sending secure messages to an inmate in Emmet County Correctional Facility, including instructions, video examples, fees, limits, tablet rentals and more, check out out Text/Email an Inmate Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Emmet County Correctional Facility’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 231-347-2036 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Emmet County Correctional Facility have Access to Tablets or Computers?

Emmet County Correctional Facility now offers Securus 'SecureView' Tablet Rentals to their inmates.


  
Securus is the same company that handles the inmate phone system, 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.
  • Job Search - Using JobView, a secure job search application, inmates have the ability to see what jobs are available when they are released.
  • 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.  It is recommended you use Chrome or Firefox.
  • Pay for the subscription using Paypal.
  • 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 receive their tablet in 3-5 business days, after you pay.

Questions:

How to Rent a Tablet for an Inmate in Emmet County Correctional Facility

To rent a tablet for an inmate in Emmet County follow these instructions:

  • Register here.  It is recommended you use Chrome or Firefox.
  • Pay for the subscription using Paypal.
  • 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 Emmet County inmate will recieve their tablet in 3-5 business days, after you pay.


If you have any questions:

For all Emmet County information on Tablet Rentals for your inmate, check out our Tablet Rental Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Emmet County Correctional Facility’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 231-347-2036 for further assistance.

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Search for an Inmate in Emmet County

This facility, known as "Emmet County Correctional Facility" is also known as Emmet County Jail & Correctional Facility, Emmet County Jail & Correctional Facility, Michigan, Emmet.