Who to Call for Warrants, Records, and Background Checks in Jackson County
Trying to track down a warrant, request sheriff records, or ask about a background check? Here are the Jackson County offices to contact and the phone numbers you need.
To find out whether someone has an active warrant in Jackson County, start with the Jackson County 12th District Court. The court posts an active warrant list. Have questions about what you're seeing on the list, or not sure what comes next? Call the 12th District Court at 517-788-4280.
Background checks through the Jackson County Sheriff's Department are local only. They cover bookings at the Jackson County Office of the Sheriff, nothing beyond that. The Sheriff's Department also offers fingerprinting services. For either one, call 517-768-7925.
Need records from the Jackson County Office of the Sheriff? You'll have to file a Freedom of Information Act request (FOIA request). That's the required process for any record. Not sure which record you need, or want to confirm where to send your request? Call 517-768-7925.
Emergency: If this is an emergency in Jackson County, dial 9-1-1.
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