Flint, Michigan Arrest Records
Flint arrest records are maintained by the Flint Police Department and processed through Genesee County's courts and jail system. This page covers how to search arrest histories, find inmates at the Flint City Lockup or Genesee County Jail, access 67th District Court case records, submit FOIA requests for Flint PD records, and run a statewide criminal background check through Michigan's ICHAT system.
Flint Overview
How to Search Flint Arrest Records
Flint arrest records can be found in multiple places depending on when the arrest happened and what stage the case is in. For recent arrests, the Genesee County Jail website shows current bookings. For court records, use the Michigan One Court of Justice portal. For full criminal history, ICHAT is the most complete option.
Flint has two detention facilities involved in the arrest process. The Flint City Lockup handles short-term holds right after arrest, especially for individuals who cannot be transferred right away. Longer-term detention happens at the Genesee County Jail. If you are looking for someone recently arrested, you may need to check both.
The Flint Police Department maintains incident reports and arrest records that are subject to Michigan's FOIA law. You can request these in writing. The department must respond within five business days. Records related to open investigations or minors may be withheld or redacted.
Most Flint criminal cases go through the 67th District Court. Misdemeanors are resolved there. Felony cases start there for arraignment and preliminary exams, then move to Genesee County Circuit Court. Both levels are searchable online through the state court portal at no cost.
Flint Police Department
The Flint Police Department is the primary law enforcement agency within Flint city limits. Officers process all arrests made in the city. After booking, individuals go through initial processing at the department before transfer to city lockup or county jail depending on the circumstances and capacity at each facility.
| Address | 210 E 5th St, Flint, MI 48502 |
|---|---|
| Non-Emergency | 810-237-6800 |
| Emergency | 911 |
| Website | cityofflint.com/police |
| City Website | cityofflint.com |
The Flint Police Department's official page lists department contacts, public records information, and resources for Flint residents seeking police-related services.
Flint Police Department website at cityofflint.com/police, the starting point for public records requests and department contacts.
The City of Flint's main website at cityofflint.com connects residents to all city departments including police, courts, and public services relevant to arrest record searches.
City of Flint homepage at cityofflint.com, where residents find city services including police and public records access.
Police Records and FOIA
Michigan's Freedom of Information Act at MCL 15.231 gives the public the right to ask for government records. Flint Police Department records that can be requested include arrest logs, incident reports, booking records, police blotter entries, and dispatch logs. You do not need to give a reason for your request.
Submit your FOIA request in writing to the Flint Police Department's records division or FOIA coordinator. Include as much detail as you can. The date of the incident, the name of the person involved, and the case number all help the department locate the right records faster.
The department must respond within five business days. That response can be a full release, partial release, denial, or a notice that more time is needed. Fees apply for search time and copying. Michigan law caps fees and requires a fee estimate before the request is fulfilled. You can challenge an excessive fee estimate.
Denials can be appealed. You first appeal to the agency's FOIA coordinator. If that appeal is denied, you can file suit in circuit court. Keep copies of your original request and all responses. This paper trail is important if you need to escalate.
The Michigan State Police FOIA page at michigan.gov/msp/services/foia covers state police records. For Flint PD records specifically, the request goes to the city, not the state police.
Flint City Lockup and Genesee County Jail
Flint has two facilities that may hold someone after an arrest. The Flint City Lockup is a short-term holding facility run by the city. It was reopened in 2021 to help relieve overcrowding at the Genesee County Jail. It handles the early hours and days after an arrest, before longer-term placement or release on bond.
| Flint City Lockup | 210 West Fifth Street, Flint, MI 48502 |
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| City Lockup Phone | 810-257-3426 |
| Capacity | 110 inmates |
The Genesee County Jail holds individuals for longer periods, including those awaiting trial, those serving short sentences, and those awaiting transfer to state prison. The county jail is the main detention facility for the region and handles cases from Flint and all of Genesee County.
| Genesee County Jail | 1002 South Saginaw Street, Flint, MI 48502 |
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| Jail Website | geneseecountyjailmi.org |
To find someone currently in custody, check the Genesee County Jail website at geneseecountyjailmi.org. The site may have inmate search tools or contact information for confirming current custody status. If someone was just arrested and does not appear in the county jail system, call the Flint City Lockup at 810-257-3426 to check short-term holds.
Bond information and release status are managed at the jail. After arraignment, the court sets bond. If bond is posted, the individual is released. If not, they remain in custody at the county jail while their case proceeds through the court system.
67th District Court
The 67th District Court serves the city of Flint. It handles all misdemeanor criminal cases, traffic matters, and the early stages of felony proceedings including arraignments and preliminary examinations. This is the first court most arrested individuals in Flint will appear before.
| Phone | 810-237-7150 |
|---|---|
| Case Search | courts.michigan.gov/case-search/ |
You can search 67th District Court records through the Michigan One Court of Justice portal. Search by name or case number to find charge descriptions, hearing dates, and case outcomes. Most records are available to the public. Certified copies require a fee and a request to the clerk's office.
Felony cases move to Genesee County Circuit Court after the preliminary exam. The circuit court handles all felony trials, sentencing, and related proceedings. The same online search portal at courts.michigan.gov covers Genesee County Circuit Court as well, so you can search both levels from one place.
The clerk's office at 810-237-7150 can help with questions about cases, filings, and certified copy requests. For complex or historical records, an in-person visit to the court may be the most reliable option.
ICHAT, Michigan Criminal History Access
ICHAT is Michigan's Internet Criminal History Access Tool, run by the Michigan State Police under MCL 28.241. It provides public access to fingerprint-confirmed criminal history records from across the state. A search costs $10 and covers both felony and misdemeanor records, including cases from Genesee County and Flint.
To run a search, go to apps.michigan.gov. You search by name and pay the fee online. Results come back quickly, usually within minutes. The results are official and are accepted in legal and court contexts in Michigan.
ICHAT is a useful tool for personal research, but it has limits. It does not show arrests that did not result in a conviction unless the record was never expunged. Juvenile records are not included. Records set aside under the Clean Slate law also do not appear. If you need a full picture, combine ICHAT with a court case search for the county or city in question.
For individuals under state supervision, Michigan's OTIS system (Offender Tracking Information System) at mdocweb.state.mi.us shows current and past state Department of Corrections records. OTIS is separate from ICHAT and covers people in state prison or on parole.
Michigan Clean Slate Law and Record Set-Aside
Michigan's Clean Slate law at MCL 780.621g allows automatic expungement of certain criminal records after a waiting period. For Flint residents with older convictions, this law may already have removed some records from public view without any action on their part.
Automatic set-aside applies to some misdemeanors after three years and certain low-level felonies after seven years. The clock starts from the sentencing date or the release date, whichever is later. Serious violent felonies, sex offenses, and traffic crimes generally do not qualify for automatic set-aside.
If your offense does not qualify for automatic expungement, you may still file a petition with the court. The 67th District Court handles petitions for district court offenses. Genesee County Circuit Court handles felony petitions. You need to file the correct form, pay the filing fee, and attend a hearing. A judge reviews the petition and considers your record and circumstances.
Michigan also has a Sex Offender Registry governed by MCL 28.721. That registry is publicly searchable at mspsor.com. Records on the sex offender registry are maintained separately and are not affected by Clean Slate or ICHAT expungement.
For the full statute text, visit legislature.mi.gov and search for MCL 780.621g. Legal aid organizations serving Genesee County can review your case, explain what you qualify for, and help with the petition process if you cannot afford private counsel.