Gladwin County Jail Mugshots
Jail mugshots and booking records in Gladwin County are managed by the Sheriff's Office at 501 West Cedar Avenue in Gladwin, Michigan. Sheriff Michael Shea oversees the department, with Undersheriff Raymond Hartwell and Lieutenant Troy Rabidue handling day-to-day operations. The jail has an average daily population of around 90 inmates. Jail Administrator Matthew McGourty runs the facility. Mugshots are taken during booking and stored as part of the inmate's record. The public can access some of this information through VINELink and by contacting the jail directly.
Gladwin County Overview
Search Gladwin County Inmates
The main way to look up inmates in Gladwin County is through the VINELink website. Search by first and last name, gender, or date of birth. Results show the inmate's name, demographic info, booking and release dates, charges, location, and mugshot when one is on file. VINELink is free and works for all Michigan county jails.
You can also call the jail at 989-426-7121. Staff will tell you if someone is in custody. The Sheriff's Office main line is 989-426-9284. Office hours are limited. The office is closed on Monday and Wednesday. On Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, they are open from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM and again from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. The office is closed on weekends. The jail itself is staffed 24/7, so you can call 989-426-7121 any time for basic custody questions.
The Gladwin County Jail portal has additional information about the facility, including visitation rules and how to send money to inmates.
Sheriff's Office hours are limited. Call the jail line at 989-426-7121 for after-hours custody status checks.
Gladwin County Arrest Records
To get copies of booking records or jail mugshots from Gladwin County, you need to file a FOIA request. The FOIA Coordinator at the Sheriff's Office handles these requests. You can submit your request in writing, by email (put "FOIA" in the subject line), in person, or by fax. Send mail requests to 501 West Cedar Avenue, Gladwin, MI 48624. The fax number is 989-426-1173.
Include a detailed description of what records you want. Give the person's full name and any dates or case numbers you know. Standard Michigan FOIA fees apply, which means about $0.10 per page for copies. The office has five business days to respond. If your request is large, they can take more time. Michigan law requires them to tell you the cost before they start working on it.
The Gladwin County Sheriff's Office website has the FOIA request form and other useful documents. You can download the form, fill it out, and mail or bring it to the office.
The Gladwin County Jail portal provides general information about the facility and links to inmate services.
Gladwin County Jail Visitation
Visits at the Gladwin County Jail are non-contact. You must schedule your visit ahead of time by calling 989-426-9284. A valid government-issued ID is required for all visitors. The jail does not allow walk-in visits, so make sure you have a confirmed time slot before showing up.
To add money to an inmate's account, you can contact Public Communications Customer Service at 1-866-340-7879. Money orders and cashier's checks are accepted by mail. Send them to the jail address at 501 West Cedar Avenue, Gladwin, MI 48624. Make sure you include the inmate's full name on the envelope or money order so the funds go to the right account.
The roster page for Gladwin County includes facility details and information about how to find inmates.
Visitation schedules can change without much notice. Always call ahead to confirm your visit time.
Gladwin County sits in the central part of the Lower Peninsula. The area is mostly rural, with small towns and lots of state forest land. Arrests often involve incidents on or near the Tittabawassee River or in the many campgrounds and recreation areas in the county. The jail processes everything from minor misdemeanors to felony charges. After booking, inmates see a judge for arraignment, typically within 24 to 48 hours. The 55th Circuit Court and the 80th District Court handle criminal cases from Gladwin County.
Cities in Gladwin County
Gladwin County includes the city of Gladwin, Beaverton, and several rural townships. All arrests are processed through the Gladwin County Jail. No cities in Gladwin County meet the population threshold for a dedicated page.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Gladwin County in central Michigan. Check neighboring jails if the person you are looking for was arrested near a county line.