Dearborn Jail Mugshots
Dearborn jail mugshots are stored by the Wayne County Sheriff's Office, which runs the Wayne County Jail in Detroit. Dearborn is located just west of Detroit and has a population of about 109,000. The Dearborn Police Department handles local arrests, but booking and long-term detention take place at the county jail. Mugshots and booking records from Dearborn arrests are public records that you can request through FOIA or find through county search tools.
Dearborn Overview
Wayne County Jail and Dearborn Arrests
Dearborn does not have its own city jail. Arrests made by the Dearborn Police Department result in inmates being taken to the Wayne County Jail at 5301 Russell Street in Detroit. The Wayne County Sheriff's Office manages the jail and all booking operations for the entire county.
During booking, jail staff take a mugshot, record the person's charges, and log personal information. Bond is set by the court. The Wayne County Jail is one of the largest in Michigan, holding inmates from Detroit, Dearborn, Livonia, Canton Township, and dozens of other Wayne County cities and townships. Contact the Wayne County Sheriff at (313) 224-0797 for inmate information.
| Facility | Wayne County Jail |
|---|---|
| Address | 5301 Russell Street Detroit, MI 48211 |
| Sheriff Phone | (313) 224-0797 |
| Inmate Search | sheriffconnect.com |
After booking, inmates appear in the county system. You can search for current inmates through the sheriff's online inmate lookup tool. Family and attorneys can also call the jail to check on an inmate's status.
How to Find Dearborn Mugshots
The Wayne County inmate search at sheriffconnect.com is the fastest way to find mugshots from Dearborn arrests. Search by name or booking number. The tool shows the person's photo, charges, bond, and booking date. No account or fee is needed.
For older booking records no longer in the active system, file a FOIA request with the Wayne County Sheriff's Office or the Dearborn Police Department. The police department keeps its own copies of arrest reports and related documents. The county sheriff keeps the actual mugshots and booking records from the jail.
Michigan's OTIS system at mdocweb.state.mi.us covers state prison inmates and people under MDOC supervision. Use this for felony cases where the person was sentenced to state prison. The system is free and keeps records for three years after discharge. VINELink at vinelink.com offers custody status alerts for crime victims.
The Wayne County inmate search updates regularly. If you do not find someone right after an arrest, check back in a few hours. Booking takes time to complete.
The Wayne County inmate inquiry page is shown below. This tool covers all inmates booked from Dearborn and other Wayne County cities.
Dearborn Police Records Bureau
The Dearborn Police Records Bureau handles public record requests. The office is at 16099 Michigan Avenue, Dearborn, MI 48126. Call 313-943-2230 for assistance. The bureau can provide crash reports, ticket logs, crime sheets, and arrest logs.
FOIA requests must be in writing. Include the person's name, the date of the incident, and as much detail as you can. Michigan law requires the city to respond within 5 business days. Standard copy fees are $0.10 per page, plus labor costs for searches that take a lot of time. Certified copies cost more.
For mugshots specifically, note that in your request. The police department may have copies of the booking photo or may direct you to the Wayne County Sheriff's Office, which takes the official mugshot at intake. It depends on when and how the photo was captured during the arrest process.
Note: Records related to juvenile cases, open investigations, and certain protected information may be exempt from disclosure under Michigan FOIA law.
Michigan Statewide Search Tools
Several statewide databases help with mugshot and criminal record searches beyond local sources. The OTIS offender tracking system shows anyone in state prison or under MDOC supervision. The National Sex Offender Registry searches all 50 states at once.
Michigan VINE at 800-770-7657 or vinelink.com lets victims register for alerts on offender custody changes. Court records for Dearborn cases go through the 19th District Court and the Wayne County Circuit Court. Some case information may be available online through the state court system.
Wayne County Jail Mugshots
Dearborn is in Wayne County. All inmates from Dearborn arrests are booked at the Wayne County Jail. For complete details on the county jail, inmate lookup tools, and records request options, visit the Wayne County page.
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