Keweenaw County Sheriff’s Office

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The Keweenaw County Sheriff's Office (KCSO) is responsible for law enforcement, animal control, corrections, court security, and emergency management in Keweenaw County, MI. It proudly serves the communities of Ahmeek, Allouez, Calumet, Central, Copper Harbor, Eagle Harbor, Eagle River, Hancock, Houghton, Hubbell, Keweenaw Bay, Lac La Belle, Laurium, Mohawk, Osceola, Phoenix, South Range, and Toivola.

Divisions

The KCSO comprises the following divisions:

Patrol Division: Provides 24/7 law enforcement services, including traffic enforcement, criminal investigations, and community policing.
Corrections Division: Manages the county jail, which houses inmates awaiting trial or serving short sentences.
Court Security Division: Provides security for the Keweenaw County Courthouse and ensures the safety of judges, staff, and the public.
Emergency Management Division: Coordinates and manages emergency response and recovery efforts in the county.
Animal Control Division: Enforces animal control laws, investigates animal cruelty cases, and provides animal welfare services.

Keweenaw County Arrest Warrants Search

How to Find a Warrant in Keweenaw County

The Keweenaw County Sheriff's Office (KCSO) provides an online warrant search tool that allows the public to search for active arrest warrants. To use the tool:

Visit the KCSO Warrant Search webpage.
Enter the first and last name of the individual you are searching for.
Click the "Search" button.

The search results will display any active arrest warrants for the individual, including the warrant number, issuing agency, and offense charged.

Other Methods of Finding a Warrant

In addition to the online warrant search tool, you can also find out if you have a warrant in Keweenaw County by:

Contacting the KCSO Dispatch Center: Call 906-337-0528 and provide the dispatcher with your name and date of birth.
Visiting the KCSO in Person: Visit the KCSO at 5105 Fourth Street, Eagle River, MI 49950, and ask to speak with a records clerk.

Important Notes

The KCSO warrant search tool only displays active arrest warrants. If you have a warrant that has been recalled or quashed, it will not appear in the search results.
If you find that you have an active arrest warrant, you should contact the issuing agency immediately to resolve the matter.
Failure to appear in court on an arrest warrant can result in additional charges and penalties.

Bond Information

What is a Bail Bond?

A bail bond is a financial guarantee that a person arrested for a crime will appear in court as required. The bond is typically set by a judge and can range from a few hundred dollars to tens of thousands of dollars, depending on the severity of the charges.

How to Post a Bond in Keweenaw County Sheriff’s Office

To post a bond in Keweenaw County, you can:

Contact a Bail Bond Agent: Bail bond agents are licensed professionals who can post bail on your behalf for a fee. You can find a list of bail bond agents in Keweenaw County on the Michigan Association of Bail Agents website.
Pay the Bond in Cash: You can pay the bond in cash at the Keweenaw County Sheriff's Office located at 5105 Fourth Street, Eagle River, MI 49950.

Important Notes

If you cannot afford to post bail, you may be eligible for a release on your own recognizance (ROR). This means that you will be released without having to pay bail, but you will still be required to appear in court as scheduled.
If you fail to appear in court as required, the court may issue a bench warrant for your arrest and you may forfeit the bond.

Keweenaw County Most Wanted

The Keweenaw County Sheriff's Office maintains a list of its most wanted fugitives. The list includes individuals who have been charged with serious crimes and are considered a danger to the community.

To view the Keweenaw County Most Wanted list, visit the KCSO website. If you have any information on the whereabouts of any of the individuals on the list, please contact the KCSO at 906-337-0528.

Keweenaw County Mugshots

Process of Obtaining Mugshots

Mugshots are typically taken by law enforcement agencies after an individual has been arrested and booked into jail. The mugshot is a standardized photograph that includes the individual's full face and profile.

To obtain a mugshot from the Keweenaw County Sheriff's Office, you can:

Submit a Public Records Request: You can submit a public records request to the KCSO by mail, email, or in person. The request should include the individual's name, date of birth, and the date of arrest.
Pay the Required Fee: There is a fee associated with obtaining mugshots. The fee is currently $5.00 per mugshot.

Availability of Mugshots

Mugshots are considered public records and are therefore available to the public upon request. However, there are some exceptions to this rule. For example, mugshots may not be released if the individual is a juvenile or if the release of the mugshot would interfere with an ongoing investigation.

Sex Offender Registry

The Keweenaw County Sheriff's Office maintains a sex offender registry in accordance with the Michigan Sex Offender Registration Act (SORA). SORA requires all convicted sex offenders to register with the local law enforcement agency in the county where they reside.

The KCSO sex offender registry includes information on all registered sex offenders living in Keweenaw County. The information includes the offender's name, address, photograph, and offense history.

The purpose of the sex offender registry is to protect the public from sexual predators. The registry allows law enforcement and the public to track the whereabouts of registered sex offenders and to take appropriate precautions to avoid contact with them.

How to Access the Registry

The KCSO sex offender registry is available to the public online. To access the registry, visit the KCSO website.