Houghton County Jail Mugshots
Jail mugshots and booking records in Houghton County are handled by the Sheriff's Office at 403 East Houghton Ave in the city of Houghton. The Corrections Facility has 28 beds and is staffed by 9 full-time and 6 part-time Corrections Officers. This is a small facility in the Keweenaw Peninsula area of the Upper Peninsula. Booking photos are taken during intake but are not typically shown in online search results. To find inmates or get copies of records, you can call 906-482-1742, visit the Sheriff's Office website, or submit a FOIA request.
Houghton County Overview
Finding Houghton County Inmates
The main way to check on someone at the Houghton County Corrections Facility is by phone. Call the corrections line at (906) 482-1742. Staff can tell you if someone is in custody and what charges they face. The administrative number is (906) 482-0055. For non-emergencies, call (906) 337-2211. The fax number is 906-487-5949.
VINELink covers Houghton County. Search by name to find inmates. VINELink shows custody status, charges, and booking dates. You can also set up free alerts to get notified when someone's status changes. This tool is especially useful if you want to know when an inmate is released without having to call the jail repeatedly.
The Houghton County Sheriff's Office website has information about the corrections facility, including policies and contact details. The corrections page specifically covers jail operations, visitation, and inmate services.
The Houghton County Sheriff's Office website is the official source for jail policies, contact numbers, and corrections information.
Houghton County Booking Records
To get copies of booking records or mugshots from Houghton County, file a FOIA request. Send it to the Sheriff's Office at 403 E Houghton Ave, Houghton, MI 49931. Include the person's name, dates, and any other identifying information. Standard Michigan FOIA rates apply. The office has five business days to respond.
Copy fees follow the state standard at about $0.10 per page. Staff search time may also be charged for broad requests. The facility does not post mugshots online, so a FOIA request is often the only way to get a copy of a booking photo. Keep in mind that some records may be exempt from release under Michigan law, such as those involving juvenile cases or ongoing investigations.
Houghton County does not post mugshots online. You will need to file a FOIA request for copies of booking photos.
Houghton County Jail Visitation
The Houghton County Corrections Facility uses video visitation only. There are no in-person visits. Video visits are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. On Saturday and Sunday, video visits are free. During the rest of the week, fees may apply. You can use the lobby to set up your visit, and staff will help you get connected.
Inmates at the facility have access to TV, chirpers (basic communication devices), and the 24/7 video visitation system. Other services include Copper Country Mental Health counseling, weekly group clergy sessions, one-on-one clergy visits, self-management counseling, and access to an outdoor recreational yard once a week. The facility does not house juveniles.
To add money to an inmate's account, you can pay in the lobby using cash, credit, debit, or check. Call (906) 482-1742 if you have questions about commissary or how to deposit funds. Mail money orders to the facility address at 403 East Houghton Ave, Houghton, MI 49931.
The corrections page on the Sheriff's website has details about visitation, services, and facility policies.
Free video visits are only available on weekends. Weekday visits may have fees.
Houghton County is in the Keweenaw Peninsula area of the Upper Peninsula. Michigan Technological University is located here, which means the county sees a mix of cases from the college community and the general population. The 12th Circuit Court handles felony cases, and the 97th District Court covers misdemeanors. Court records are separate from jail booking records. For court documents, contact the court clerk. For booking records and mugshots, contact the Sheriff's Office at 403 E Houghton Ave, Houghton, MI 49931.
Cities in Houghton County
Houghton County includes the cities of Houghton, Hancock, Laurium, and Calumet, along with several townships. All arrests are processed through the Houghton County Corrections Facility. No cities in this county meet the population threshold for a dedicated page.
Nearby Counties
These counties are near Houghton County in Michigan's Upper Peninsula.