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Elk Rapids Police Jail, Michigan - Inmate Guide

Overview of the Facility

The Elk Rapids Police Jail is a small detention facility operated by the Elk Rapids Police Department in Michigan. It serves as a temporary holding facility for individuals arrested in the Elk Rapids area before they are transferred to larger county facilities.

Contact Information

Address: 315 Bridge St, Elk Rapids, MI 49629
Phone: (231) 264-8411
Website: https://www.elkrapids.org/police-department/

How to Locate an Inmate

Due to the small size and temporary nature of the facility, it's best to contact the Elk Rapids Police Department directly for inmate information. Most inmates are quickly transferred to the Antrim County Jail.

Visitation Information

Visitation is not typically available at this facility due to its temporary holding nature. Visitors should contact the Antrim County Jail for visitation information once the inmate has been transferred.

How to Send Money

Money cannot be sent directly to inmates at this facility. If an inmate requires funds, they will need to be sent to their account at the Antrim County Jail after transfer.

Phone Calls and Video Options

Phone calls may be allowed at the discretion of the arresting officers. Video calls are not available at this facility.

Inmate Services and Programs

Due to the temporary nature of this holding facility, there are no long-term inmate services or programs available.

Security and Management Information

The Elk Rapids Police Jail is managed by the Elk Rapids Police Department. Security measures are in place to ensure the safety of detainees and staff.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Detainees have the right to contact an attorney. Due to the short-term nature of stays at this facility, regular visitation is not typically available.

Booking and Release Process

Individuals arrested in Elk Rapids are booked at this facility. They may be released on bail or transferred to the Antrim County Jail, usually within 24-48 hours.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long do inmates stay at the Elk Rapids Police Jail?

Inmates typically stay at this facility for no more than 24-48 hours before being released or transferred to the Antrim County Jail.

Can I visit an inmate at the Elk Rapids Police Jail?

Visitation is not typically available at this facility due to its temporary holding nature. Visitors should contact the Antrim County Jail for visitation information once the inmate has been transferred.

How can I send money to an inmate at the Elk Rapids Police Jail?

Money cannot be sent directly to inmates at this facility. If an inmate requires funds, they will need to be sent to their account at the Antrim County Jail after transfer.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

We provide detailed visiting and contact information for Elk Rapids Police Jail. If you are have completed a Elk Rapids Police Jail inmate search and have located an inmate, the information on this page will help you to stay in contact. We help you send money to jail, send & receive text messages, and provide the address for in-person visits.

Sending Money

Inmates who are currently imprisoned in Elk Rapids Police Jail can receive money into their commissary account via money order, check or cash. Inmate visitors can also deposit money directly into the inmate's account at prison administrative office. Note: When sending the money via money order or check, mention the inmate id and full name on the back of the slip.

Sending a Package / Mail

You can send any mail to the inmates who are imprisoned in Elk Rapids Police Jail. Please send the mail or package to the address mentioned below.

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

321 Bridge Street, Elk Rapids, MI, 49629

Please make sure the mail or package that you are sending comes under the list of approved items. For further clarification on the allowed items, contact the prison administration directly on 231-264-6592 .

Note: In case you want to send packages, you need to get prior approval from the prison administration. Contact the prison / jail staff for more information.

Phone calls

Inmates can call to any person outside who are on the approved members list between 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM. The cost of the call is beared by the receiver and the call can be of maximum 30 minutes. During rush hours, the calling time is reduced drastically to 10 minutes.

Visitation Rules

You need to get yourself registered in the visitors list before visiting any inmate in the prison. If you are visiting someone in Elk Rapids Police Jail, make sure you are in approved visitors list. Confirm with the prison authorities before coming to visit the inmate.

Listed below are the basic visitation rules which one must adhere to:

  • Visitor must not be a prior felon.
  • Visitor must have a valid government ID.
  • A legal guardian must be accompanied for children below 16 years of age.
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General Stats for Michigan

Michigan Total Number of Inmates

48,066

Michigan Total No. of Inmates

Number of people under Probation Supervision

118,778

Number of people under Probation Supervision

Prison population rate

320

Prison population rate: 100,000 residents

Parole Population

13,461

Parole Population

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

5,657

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

Sex

Sex

%

Total

Male

95.14

30,621

Female

4.86

1,565

Youth

Type

%

Total

Committed

70.51

954

Detained

27.72

375

Diverted

0.22

3

Prisons and Jails in Michigan