Oscoda County Jail

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Oscoda County Jail Information

OSCODA COUNTY TRANSPORTS ITS INMATES TO SURROUNDING COUNTIES FOR INMATE HOUSING. To locate a person who was arrested in Oscoda County, call the Oscoda County Sheriff at: 989-826-3214.

You can also use the inmate search tool to see this facility's roster of those who have been arrested and are still in custody.

Those who are found guilty and sentenced to a term of less than one year, will do their time in this county. Those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the Michigan State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

This page provides information on how to search for an inmate in the official jail roster, or by calling the facility at 989-826-3214, 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.

It's always a good idea to find out and save the inmate's jail ID number or booking number as you may need this for sending mail or other communication needs. If you can't locate it online, you can call the Oscoda County Jail at 989-826-3214 to get it.

Phone: 989-826-3214

Physical Address:
Oscoda County Jail
Mio, MI

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How Do You Find Someone in the Oscoda County Jail?

To search for an inmate in the Oscoda 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 989-826-3214 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an offender's Criminal Court Case online for Oscoda County or any county in Michigan.

Oscoda County Jail Inmate Search

The Oscoda County Jail maintains an average of offenders in custody on any given day. The Oscoda 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 Oscoda County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 0 offenders.

The following charts of Oscoda 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 Oscoda 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 Oscoda 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 Oscoda 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 Oscoda County Jail
OSCODA COUNTY TRANSPORTS ITS INMATES TO SURROUNDING COUNTIES FOR INMATE HOUSING. To locate a person who was arrested in Oscoda County, call the Oscoda County Sheriff at: 989-826-3214.
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Recent Bookings & Arrests

What happens during booking at Oscoda County Jail?

After arrest, individuals are processed at Oscoda County Jail, where they undergo a series of steps that determine their charges and whether they’ll be released on their own recognizance, allowed to post bail, or held until their court date.

The first rule for anyone arrested is to remain silent. Anything they say can be used in court, so it’s best to speak only to an attorney about the incident.

Here are the typical stages of the booking process at Oscoda County Jail:

  • Verifying the person’s identity.
  • Taking mugshots.
  • Questions regarding medical and mental health history, along with drug and gang affiliations.
  • Collecting DNA if necessary.
  • Conducting a physical search.
  • Confiscating personal belongings.
  • Providing a phone call.

Booking time varies, with some cases completed in an hour, but more complex cases, or those involving uncooperative behavior, can take up to 48 hours. If you need details about an offender’s bail or bond, contact the facility at 989-826-3214.

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Inmate Bail and Bonding

How do you post bail in Oscoda County?

If someone is taken to Oscoda County Jail in for booking, the next steps depend on their case:

1. The individual may be released without bail, under a promise to appear at a court hearing.
2. They could be held in custody until their trial.
3. They may post a bail or bond for release. To find out the exact bail amount, call 989-826-3214.

Bail payments can be handled in various ways.

  • Bail can be paid with cash, credit, or money orders.
  • Licensed bail bond agents in Oscoda County can facilitate payment.
  • Collateral in the form of county property can also be used for bail.

For a comprehensive guide to the bail process in Oscoda County, Michigan, visit the Oscoda County Jail Bail FAQ page.

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Inmate Visitation

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

Oscoda County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

Oscoda County Jail
Mio, MI
989-826-3214

  • Visits are 30 minutes.
  • You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
  • The actual visitation times may depend on the inmate and their housing location. Call 989-826-3214 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 989-826-3214 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 Oscoda County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 989-826-3214 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 Oscoda County Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Oscoda County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 989-826-3214 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Oscoda County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 989-826-3214 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Oscoda County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 989-826-3214 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

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

Oscoda County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Oscoda 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 Oscoda 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:
Oscoda County Jail
Mio, MI



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Oscoda County Jail
Mio, MI



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 Oscoda 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 Oscoda 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:
Oscoda County Jail
Mio, MI

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Oscoda County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 989-826-3214 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Oscoda County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 989-826-3214 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Oscoda 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 Oscoda County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 989-826-3214 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Oscoda 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 Oscoda County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 989-826-3214 for further assistance.

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Other Jails Nearby

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

Oscoda Iosco Ogemaw Roscommon Alcona Crawford Alpena Montmorency Otsego
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Search for an Inmate in Oscoda County

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