Emmet County Corrections/Jail Division

Jeffrey P. Bodzick Building

Jeffrey P. Bodzick Building

The Emmet County Correctional Facility currently has a capacity of 103 beds. The inmate population consists of male and female, sentenced and non-sentenced inmates, committed to the custody of the Sheriff for civil, misdemeanor, or felony charges.

The correctional facility operates 24 hours per day, 365 days per year, with staffing of a Jail Administrator, four sergeants, thirteen correction officers, and a variety of support staff and volunteers. Our primary goal is to run a secure facility that is safe for both staff and inmates. The correctional facility is governed by the Michigan Department of Corrections Administrative Rules for Jails. Our facility has been recognized as being in compliance with these rules from 2003 – 2019.

Inmate Information

Visitation
eMessaging
Inmate Programs and Services
Property Allowed In For Inmates
Inmate Mail
Inmate Telephone
Victim Notification
Deposit Money or Post Bond for Inmates
Pay Inmate Housing Fees

Visitation

All visitations are now conducted by video. To learn more about registering and scheduling a visit, click on the Securus Video Connect box below.

 

eMessaging

Securus eMessaging provides many ways to stay connected. You can:
• Receive and send messages
• View family and friend photos
• Send eCards
• Receive stamps to message an approved contact

 

Inmate Programs and Services

The goal of the Corrections Division is to obtain the most effective inmate programs and services at minimal cost, if any, providing for a more productive transition for the inmates return to the community. Most of the programs are provided to inmates by community volunteers. The following is a list of the programs and services available to inmates:

  • Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
  • Substance Abuse Education and Assessments
  • Spiritual Counseling/Church Services
  • Bible Study
  • Work release
  • Work crew/Trustee
  • Medical Services
  • Mental Health Services
  • Commissary
  • Thinking Matters
  • Individualized Education (IEP)

Property Allowed In For Inmates

  • Bible (soft cover only).
  • New, prepackaged white underwear, t-shirts, socks, sports bras and thermal underwear must be ordered and mailed directly from an approved internet vendor or through inmate commissary. The approved internet vendors are Amazon and Walmart.
  • To order commissary items for an inmate, click here or visit MyCarePack.com
  • Books, Magazines and Newspaper Subscriptions
    • Inmates are allowed to have books and magazines mailed to them direct from an approved local book store or internet vendor. Newspaper subscriptions must be delivered or mailed direct from the publisher.
    • The approved local book stores are: McLean and Eakin Booksellers and Between the Covers. Orders for books will only be accepted by telephone.
    • The approved internet vendors are: Amazon, Barnes and Noble, Schuler Books, and Walmart.
    • NOTE: No hard-covered books will be accepted. Inmates may not receive books, magazines, or newspapers dropped off or mailed by friends or family. The Emmet County Correctional Facility reserves the right to inspect and refuse any property dropped off or mailed to the facility.

Inmate Mail

The only items accepted at this facility via the mail are: letters, postcards, and legal correspondence.

All incoming mail will be opened and inspected for contraband.  Letters and/or envelopes decorated or sealed with lipstick, perfume, glue, stickers, or items deemed inappropriate will be placed in the inmate’s personal property.

To send mail to an inmate housed at the Emmet County Correctional Facility use the following address:

Inmate’s Name
450 Bay Street
Petoskey MI 49770

Inmate Telephone

Telephone access is provided to the inmates from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. daily. All calls are outgoing collect service only.  Phone cards are available for purchase at the facility. Incoming calls for the delivery of messages to inmates will be accepted for emergencies only.

 

Victim Notification

The Michigan Crime Notification Network (VINE) is a free, confidential 24-hour telephone service that allows a victim to check on the custody status of an inmate in a county jail and to register for automated notification when an inmate is released, transferred, scheduled for advanced release or work release, or dies. Victims may register for this program by calling 1-800-770-7657.

Deposit Money or Post Bond for Inmates

You can deposit money to an inmate’s account or post bond using the kiosk located in the lobby of the Sheriff’s Office as well as online at www.accesscorrections.com or by calling Access Corrections at 866-345-1884. *Service fees will be assessed based on deposit amount.

Housing Fees

To pay housing fees click here.

Annual Reports

Correctional Facility Annual Report 2019
Correctional Facility Annual Report 2018
Correctional Facility Annual Report 2017
Correctional Facility Annual Report 2016
Correctional Facility Annual Report 2015
Correctional Facility Annual Report 2014
Correctional Facility Annual Report 2013
Correctional Facility Annual Report 2012
Correctional Facility Annual-Report-2011
Correctional Facility Annual Report 2010

Emmet County, Michigan
200 Division Street, Petoskey MI 49770
(231) 348-1700 | Contact Us