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Huron County Arrest Records

In Huron County, Michigan, arrest records refer to law enforcement documents on arrest events. Under Michigan Compiled Laws (MCL) § 764.15, law officers can make arrests if they witness or have probable cause to believe that a suspect committed a felony, misdemeanor, domestic violence, or an infraction. An arrest may also become necessary if a Huron County court issues an arrest warrant.

The Huron County Sheriff's Office, local police departments, and the Michigan State Police generate arrest records as official documentation of arrest processes. Huron County arrest records are accessible through law enforcement agencies and as part of Huron County court records. In Huron County, law enforcement incarcerates arrested individuals at the Huron County Jail.

Are Arrest Records Public in Huron County?

Yes, arrest records are public in Huron County. The Michigan Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) mandates public access to government documents (including Huron County arrest records) upon request unless the requester is an inmate of a correctional facility. However, not all arrest records are accessible to the public. Michigan laws restrict public arrest records relating to:

  • Active law enforcement investigations
  • Juveniles
  • Sealed or expunged records
  • Witness and victim cases
  • Sensitive personal information.

Exempted Huron County arrest records are limited to the persons whose names are on the records, law enforcement, and individuals with court orders. For up-to-date information about Huron County arrest records, visit, call, mail, or fax the Huron County Sheriff's Office at:

120 South Heisterman Street
Bad Axe
MI 48413
Phone: (989) 269-6500
Fax: (989) 269-9811

Huron County Arrest Statistics

Law enforcement agencies in Huron County reported 328 arrest incidents to the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program in 2022. In 2023, there were 301 arrests by the same law enforcement agencies. Within the period under review, 73.1% of the arrests were males, while 26.9% were females.

Per FBI statistics, DUI and simple assaults were the most consistent arrest offenses within Huron County between 2022 and 2023. There were 125 DUI and 111 simple assault arrests within this period in Huron County.

Find Huron County Arrest Records

The Huron County Sheriff's Office is the primary agency responsible for maintaining arrest records in Huron County. Record seekers can complete and submit a FOIA Request Form through mail or in-person visits to the Huron County Sheriff's Office during office hours.

Interested individuals can access Huron County public arrest records through the Michigan State Police Internet Criminal History Access Tool (ICHAT). Log in and use the online search tools to perform a name-based criminal history background check. Requesters should note that this service may require fee payments.

The Michigan Department of Corrections offers the Offender Tracking Information System (OTIS) for information on offenders under state supervision. Inquirers can use the search tools to access information on Huron County arrestees incarcerated in state facilities.

Huron County Arrest Records Vs. Criminal Records

Huron County arrest records detail individuals' arrests and detentions by law enforcement within the county. These records provide information about the arrestees and the circumstances surrounding the arrests. An arrest does not imply guilt or conviction; instead, it only shows that the person was a suspect at a point in time. Also, arrest records may not lead to criminal charges or convictions if the court finds the individual not guilty.

On the other hand, criminal records or rap sheets are comprehensive summaries of individuals' criminal acts and their prosecutions with the Huron County criminal justice system. These documents contain arrest records and other documents on trials, convictions, and incarcerations. Criminal records are used for background checks, employment screenings, and legal proceedings. Huron County criminal records have a more significant impact on social status; it may affect housing or job opportunities.

How Long Do Arrests Stay on Your Record?

In Huron County and the rest of Michigan, arrest information may remain indefinitely on a record unless the court removes it. Section 780.621 of the Michigan Compiled Laws outlines the processes and eligibility requirements to set aside Huron County arrest records. Huron County arrest records can be set aside if the arrests did not lead to convictions, there are no pending charges at the time of the petition, and the subjects fulfill other qualifying criteria. Interested individuals should note that they can only request expungement for the same arrest once in a lifetime.

Huron County Arrest Warrants

Huron County arrest warrants are legal documents issued by the court authorizing law enforcement to arrest, summon, or detain individuals for violations. According to MCL - Section 764.1, a Huron County judge or District Court magistrate may issue arrest warrants if law officers provide evidence that suspects committed crimes. Also, the court may issue arrest warrants if:

  • Individuals disregard court orders
  • There is evidence of domestic violence
  • Offenders fail to appear in court for hearing
  • Convicts violate their probation/parole terms.

Generally, a valid arrest warrant contains the following information:

  • The subject's identifying information
  • Description of the charges
  • Name and signature of the issuing judge/magistrate
  • Statement of probable cause
  • Name and location of issuing court
  • Directives to law enforcement on how to execute the warrant.

Do Huron County Arrest Warrants Expire?

No, Huron County arrest warrants do not expire. Once a judge/magistrate issues an arrest warrant, it remains active until law enforcement takes the subject into custody, the court revokes it, or the subject dies. However, arrest warrants may become invalid if the underlying crimes have a statute of limitations and no charges were filed within these periods.

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