Newaygo County, MI Arrests & Jail Records

County-level arrest records are available through the Newaygo County Sheriff's Office. Requesters may obtain copies by mail, by fax, or by visiting the Sheriff's Office in person at:

The County Sheriff's Office

1035 E James Street

P.O. Box 845

White Cloud, MI 49349

Phone: (231) 689-7303

Fax: (231) 689-7273

Police Departments throughout Newaygo County process arrest record requests through their designated records divisions. Requesters should first determine which agency made the arrests, then visit the appropriate department in person to request these records. Several departments also offer online platforms for submitting public records requests. These submissions typically require details such as the arrestee's name and the date of the incident, and may be subject to processing fees. Police Departments operating within the county include:

• White Cloud Police Department
• Newaygo Police Department
• Grant Police Department
• Fremont Police Department

The Michigan State Police (MSP) serves as the central authority for statewide criminal history records, offering multiple avenues for requesters to access these records. For public access to Michigan criminal history records, MSP provides the Internet Criminal History Access Tool (ICHAT). This online system allows users to search for felony and serious misdemeanor records reported by law enforcement agencies across Michigan, including Newaygo County. Each search requires the individual's full name and date of birth, includes a $10 fee, and typically delivers results instantly after account creation.

For purposes such as employment, licensing, or legal matters, more comprehensive checks may be necessary. These involve submitting biometric data through Livescan fingerprinting processes conducted by MSP-approved vendors. The fingerprints are electronically transmitted to MSP for analysis. This method reduces errors associated with name-based searches and provides more accurate criminal history reports. Applicants typically receive results within seven business days. For those preferring or requiring in-person assistance, MSP offers services at its headquarters:

Michigan State Police Headquarters

7150 Harris Drive

Dimondale, MI 48821

Records of arrests that have resulted in formal charges are maintained by the Newaygo County Circuit Court and the District Court. Interested individuals may request criminal court records online through the FOIA Request portal or visit the respective courthouse in person to obtain copies. ​The county also provides online access to criminal court records through the Michigan Courts MiCOURT Case Search portal, enabling searches by party name, case number, or date.

Alternatively, third-party platforms such as InfoTracer offer fast and convenient access to the county arrest records, along with broader public record search options.