Antrim County Jail
Antrim County Jail
For inmate information at any time, call the 56-bed Antrim County Jail at 231-533-8627.
Arrested in this county for a misdemeanor or felony? You will be brought to this facility for booking and processing. Depending on the charges, you may be held until you are bonded out, released on your own recognizance, or ordered to remain in custody until your trial is concluded.
To see who is currently in custody, use the inmate search tool.
Inmates sentenced to less than one year serve their time here, and those sentenced to longer terms are transferred to the Michigan State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides information on the visitation schedule, funding an inmate’s account, sending mail, phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary.
Save the inmate’s booking number or jail ID for mail and communication. If it isn’t online, call Antrim County Jail at 231-533-8627.
Inmate Services
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Antrim County Jail, review their criminal charges, the amount of their bond, when they can get visits, or even view their mugshot, go to the Official Jail Inmate Roster, or call the jail at 231-533-8627 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an offender's Criminal Court Case online for Antrim County or any county in Michigan.
Antrim County Jail Inmate Search
The Antrim County Jail maintains an average of 56 offenders in custody on any given day. The Antrim County Jail has a monthly turnover of 40% of their inmate population, another 30% turnover every 90 days, another 20% every six months, and approximately 10% stay incarcerated between six and twelve months. Every year Antrim County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 1,120 offenders.
The following charts of Antrim County inmate population demographics are updated daily. The information shown is for today. For research purposes we have broken down the inmates by sex, age, ethnicity, and criminal charges.
The information is compiled from the Antrim County Corrections Department, the state of Michigan Department of Corrections, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records. It represents every person in custody in Antrim County.
For complete information on how to get directions, bond, visit, mail, send and receive email and texts, receive phone calls, and send money or commissary to an inmate, find arrest information for Antrim County and other counties surrounding this one, scroll down this page. We have a section for each.
We also provide photos of the jail that we have collected over the years.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessBuilt in 1955 and having undergone several renovations and expansions over the years, the Antrim County Jail can house up to 56 inmates, male and female, misdemeanor and felony offenders, who are arrested in Antrim County, and it is here they remain until they have their trial, make bond, or are transferred to a larger facility. As a smaller facility they have access to fewer programs than some of the larger locations, but they provide for all basic needs including bedding, food, shelter, safety, security, clothing, recreation, exercise, and social interactions.
If you are concerned someone you know is being held at the there is both an online roster and staff are able to answer questions and hear concerns when you call them at 231-533-8627. A full time food service director and a full time cook, along with help from trustee inmates, provide healthy meals for all inmates, a full time and part time nurse and part time doctor ensure that all medical needs are met, and mental health professionals provide mental health support.
The Antrim County Jail also uses the Guardian RFID program that has each inmate wear a tracking device which assist in movements around the jail and ensure that inmates are in the location they are intended at all times. Other services include AA, church services for those who wish to attend on Sundays, bible study, and opportunities to learn life skills.
In addition to the supports and services provided by the jail, there are opportunities for both family and friends to also support inmate through their monetary assistance and by remaining in contact with them. Each inmate is provided with an account after their booking process is completed, and any money they have with them at the time of arrest can be deposited to help cover fees, commissary purchases, and phone cards. Family and friends may add money to this account by accessing the kiosk that is located in the front lobby of the jail during business or visiting hours, and they are able to add money online at any time.
Phone accounts are available to add time for prepaid calls, both in the lobby at the available phone kiosk or online from anywhere.
To schedule and attend video visits create an online account and add the inmate you wish to visit.
All personal mail is sent to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Antrim County Jail
PO Box 568
Bellaire, MI 49615
Staff will open each piece and look for contraband, which is removed before it is given to the inmate.
Legal mail, money orders, books and newspaper and magazine subscriptions are mailed to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Antrim County Jail
PO Box 568
Bellaire, MI 49615
- Jail (Main): 231-533-8627
Booking process details at Antrim County Jail
When someone is arrested, they are taken to Antrim County Jail for booking. This process involves verifying identity, assessing charges, and determining whether the person will be released on bail or detained.
It's crucial to remain silent during this process, as any statements could be used in court. Legal counsel should be consulted before making any comments about the arrest.
The booking process at Antrim County Jail typically involves the following steps:
- Identifying the individual.
- Taking a mugshot.
- Health assessments and questions about criminal background.
- DNA collection if applicable.
- Conducting a full-body search.
- Confiscating personal property.
- Allowing a phone call.
For details on posting bond for an arrestee, call the facility at 231-533-8627.
How to post bail for a loved one in Antrim County
Once booked at Antrim County Jail in Bellaire, the individual has several possible outcomes:
1. Release without posting bail, with a commitment to appear in court.
2. Remaining in custody until their court date.
3. Posting bail or bond for release. For the exact amount, call 231-533-8627.
Several payment methods are available for bail.
- Cash bonds are settled in full at the jail's bonding window or the clerk of court with cash, a cashier's check or a money order, and card payments are often available at a lobby kiosk or through an online bond vendor for a fee; bring the inmate's full name and booking number, and the jail can be reached at 231-533-8627.
- Licensed bail bondsmen in Antrim County can assist with the process.
- Many courts accept land or a house as bond collateral; the owner proves clear title and equity worth at least the bond amount, often double, with a deed and a recent tax or appraisal value, and the court that set bail approves the property.
For more details on the bail process in Antrim County, Michigan, visit the Antrim County Jail Bail Information Page.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Antrim County Jail? What is the Schedule?
Antrim County Jail Inmate Visitation (on-site)
207 E. Cayuga Street
Bellaire, MI 49615
231-533-8627
- Visits are limited to 30 minutes.
- One Visit per week
- Visitation times are as follows:
Females
Thursday
2:00pm-4:00pm
6:00pm-8:00pm
Males
Saturday
9 am to 11 am,
2 pm to 4 pm,
6 pm to 8 pm
Work Release/Trustees
Sunday
2:00pm-4:00
6:00pm-8:00pm
Clergy visitation is Friday anytime except during meal time
Holidays
- There will be no visitation on holidays unless the holiday falls on a regular visitation day.
Supervision of Children
- Children are allowed, but must be supervised.
- Children will remain seated in the lobby and Visiting Room at all times.
Antrim County Jail uses CIDNET for Remote Video Visitation between inmates and their friends and family.
Register here.
Frequently Asked Questions
Instructions on How to Use CIDNET
CIDNET Instrucciones
CIDNET help line (choose prompt 2), also the number inmate calls come from: (888) 984-1903
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Antrim County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 231-533-8627 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Antrim County Jail?
Antrim County Jail uses CIDNET for Remote Video Visitation between inmates and their friends and family.
Register here.
Friends & Family Portal Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Instructions on How to Use CIDNET
CIDNET Instrucciones
CIDNET help line (choose prompt 2), also the number inmate calls come from: (888) 984-1903
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Antrim County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 231-533-8627 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Antrim County Jail?
There are FOUR options for putting money on an inmate's books:
Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail
Bring money to the jail in person.
Either the jail personnel will process the Inmate Account payment or you will use a Jail ATM self-serve kiosk in the lobbies that accepts cash, debit or credit cards.
Option 2 - Deposit Inmate Money Online
Antrim County Jail uses Jail ATM to process all online deposits to an inmate's account. The company charges you a small fee for doing so, but the fee probably isn't as much as gas and parking would cost to take it to the jail in person.
Option 3 - Mail the Inmate Deposit to the Jail
Mailing a deposit takes more time to process than the other methods but can be done if you live too far away to bring it in person and you don't have a debit/credit card for online deposits. Never send cash. Always send a Money Order from the US Post Office, a reputable bank or Western Union. Call the Antrim County Jail first as they may want you to do this online or at the jail kiosk instead.
Make the Money Order out to the payee the jail names (check with the jail first) and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order. Never mail cash or a personal check.
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Antrim County Jail
PO Box 568
Bellaire, MI 49615
Option 4 - Make an Inmate Deposit with Jail ATM over the Phone by calling 877-810-0914
To do this you will need the inmate's offender # (inmate ID #) and full legal name.
How to Deposit Money Online for an Inmate in Antrim County
To deposit money online for an inmate in Antrim County Jail follow these steps:
- Register to open an account, or Sign In to JailATM, the deposit service used for inmates at Antrim County.
- After registering and signing in, select 'Send Money Now'.
- Choose Michigan, then choose Antrim County Jail
- Type in your inmate's last name or their Inmate ID.
- Select your inmate.
- Input an amount to deposit to your inmate in Antrim County Jail, and then input your payment method.
- NOTE: JailATM's support page lists a deposit limit of $300 a week per inmate and says the limit can be different at each facility.
- If you need to phone JailATM customer support, call 877-810-0914.
For all information, tips and procedures for sending money to an inmate in Antrim County Jail, or depositing money at the jail, over the phone or by mail, check out our Send Money Page for Antrim County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Antrim County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 231-533-8627 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Antrim County Jail?
How to Make and Receive Phone Calls and Video Phone Calls from an Inmate in Antrim County
To register and sign up for a phone account with CIDNET Inmate Phone Service, follow the instructions below:
- Register and create an account with CIDNET.
- Type in your Email, Time Zone and First & Last Name of your Antrim County Jail inmate.
1. Click the Create Account button.
2. Read the Terms of Use, then click Agree.
3. Login to your email and open the CIDNET email.
4. In the email, click the Complete Your Verification link.
5. Choose a Security PIN and a Password.
6. Click the Sign In button. - After logging in, from the Menu, choose the state of Michigan, then the Antrim County Jail, then your inmate's name.
- Once you have completed this, the Antrim County Jail will have to give final approval for you to set up a phone account with your inmate.
For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues regarding making phone calls with an inmate in Antrim County, visit our full page guide.
NOTE: All phone conversations are recorded. Whatever you talk about, can and will be used against your inmate in court. Never discuss their pending criminal case!
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Antrim County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 231-533-8627 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Antrim County Jail, and what can I send them?
Antrim County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines
Postcards
Check the Antrim County Jail's mail rules before sending postcards or books. It is best to only use blue or black ink. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The Antrim County Jail also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates. It is best to only use blue or black ink.
Postcards and envelopes MUST HAVE the sender's full name and return address on the envelope.
Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Antrim County Jail
PO Box 568
Bellaire, MI 49615
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Antrim County Jail
PO Box 568
Bellaire, MI 49615
Newspapers
Local or national newspapers may also be mailed to the inmate as long as they are mailed directly from the newspaper publisher.
Magazines
News, special interest or sports magazines may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher. Any magazines that contain profanity, weapons, pornography or other content that is adult in nature will be confiscated by the jail staff and will NOT be delivered to the inmate.
Books
Check the Antrim County Jail's mail rules before sending postcards or books.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Antrim County Jail standards will be disposed of.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Antrim County Jail
PO Box 568
Bellaire, MI 49615
Antrim County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines
Postcards
Check the Antrim County Jail's mail rules before sending postcards or books.
Envelopes
The Antrim County Jail also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates.
Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Antrim County Jail
PO Box 568
Bellaire, MI 49615
Legal Mail
Send all legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Antrim County Jail
PO Box 568
Bellaire, MI 49615
Newspapers
Local or national newspapers may also be mailed to the inmate as long as they are mailed directly from the newspaper publisher.
Magazines
News, special interest or sports magazines may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher. Any magazines that contain profanity, weapons, pornography or other content that is adult in nature will be confiscated by the jail staff and will NOT be delivered to the inmate.
Books
Check the Antrim County Jail's mail rules before sending postcards or books.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Antrim County Jail standards will be disposed of.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Antrim County Jail
PO Box 568
Bellaire, MI 49615
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Antrim County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 231-533-8627 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Antrim County Jail, and what can I purchase?
JailATM – Send Money or Send Commissary Gift Packs to Antrim County Jail
Search for JailATM services for Antrim County Jail.
Make an inmate deposit with JailATM for Antrim County Jail.
Note: While JailATM offers the following inmate services, Antrim County Jail may not allow all of them. Check on the JailATM website to confirm. Services available through JailATM are subject to change with no notice.
Send Gift Packs
Antrim County Jail has an agreement with JailATM, which ships predetermined Gift Packs of candy, snacks and hygiene products to the inmate. Check the JailATM website to see if they allow Gift Packs.
These can be ordered by you online and are delivered directly to the inmate.
How to Send a Carepack Commissary Package Directly to an Inmate in Antrim County
To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Antrim County Jail follow these steps:
- Go to JailATM, choose Michigan, then choose Antrim County Jail
- Type in your inmate's last name or their Inmate ID.
- Select your inmate, and then you will be prompted to Register with them to open an account.
- Select the products you want shipped to them at Antrim County Jail, and then input your payment method.
- NOTE: There may be a limit on how much product you can send your inmate in Antrim County at any one time.
- If you need to phone customer support, call 877-810-0914
For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages or sending money to an inmate in Antrim County Jail check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Antrim County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Antrim County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 231-533-8627 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Antrim County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
Antrim County Jail uses CIDNET for Digital Mail Messaging between inmates and their friends and family.
Register here.
Friends & Family Portal Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Instructions on How to Use CIDNET
CIDNET Instrucciones
CIDNET help line (choose prompt 2), also the number inmate calls come from: (888) 984-1903
How to send a text or email to an inmate in Antrim County
To send and receive secure texts or emails from an inmate housed in Antrim County follow these instructions:
- Register and create an account with CIDNET.
- Choose a Security PIN and Password.
- After logging in, from the Menu, choose the state of Michigan, then the Antrim County Jail, then your inmate's name.
- Once you have completed this, the Antrim County Jail will have to give final approval for you to communicate by email with your chosen inmate.
For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues with Texting and Emailing an inmate in Antrim County, visit our full page guide.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Antrim County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 231-533-8627 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Antrim County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
Antrim County Jail may now offer CIDNET Tablet Rentals to their inmates.
CIDNET is the same company that handles inmate phone systems, video visitations, email and texting and digital letters.
The tablets can be rented on a monthly basis and while not directly connected to the internet, the inmates can use them for the following activities:
- Phone Calls - Inmates may make calls directly from their tablet allowing for more privacy. The rates are the same as the phones in the unit, and the calls are still recorded and monitored.
- eMessaging - Communicate via a text based message or picture. Fee based system.
- Education - Free educational platform and course catalog that provides thousands of educational resources.
- Self Help -Inmates have daily access to mental health and addiction recovery programming.
- Music - Top-40, Hip-Hop, Country, Rock, Gospel, and more.
- Law Library - Legal research with up-to-date case information.
- eBooks - Thousands of available titles.
- Religion - Religious resources for spiritual guidance.
- Games - Inmates can play their favorite games. Available through monthly subscriptions
- Facility Services - Digital access to submitted forms, requests, facility documents, and notifications from staff.
Here's how it works:
- Register here.
- Pay for the subscription.
- You get charged the 1st of each month.
- You get charged a full month even if it's only used for a partial month.
- No activation or early termination fees.
- Your inmate will recieve their tablet in 3-5 business days, after you pay.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Antrim County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 231-533-8627 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Antrim County?
This facility, known as "Antrim County Jail" is also known as Antrim County Jail , Antrim County Jail , Michigan, Antrim.