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Kent County Public Records & Jail Directory

Independent public records directory for Kent County, Michigan (County Seat: Grand Rapids, Population: 657,974). Access verified county jail custody rosters, bail schedules, commissary procedures, and official sheriff facility contacts.

Jurisdiction Status
Custody Status 961 active inmates
State Jurisdiction MI
County Population
657,974
Census estimate
Current Jail Roster
961
Active detainees in facility
County Seat
Grand Rapids
Primary administrative center
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Custody Directory

County Custody Portal & Roster Directory

Inmate Search Sheriff / Detention

Kent County Jail Inmate Search & Custody Roster

Search Kent County current custody rosters, recent bookings, criminal charges, and bail bond amounts.

Facility: Kent County Correctional Facility
Location: 701 Ball Ave N.E., Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Phone: (616) 632-6400
Commissary: TouchPay
Inmate Phone: Smart Communications
Facility & Inmate Services Visitation & Mail

Kent County Correctional Facility

Physical detention facility operations, detainee account funding, visitation rules, and mail guidelines for Kent County.

Facility Inquiries: Call booking desk at (616) 632-6400 for current visitation and mail delivery requirements.
Custody Statistics

Kent County Custody Profile & Booking Trends

Active custody statistics, recent booking patterns, and top charges for Kent County.

Active Custody Snapshot
Aggregated from 961 verified records
Recent Bookings (7d)
153
314 in 30 days
Common Booking Day
Wednesday
19.6% of active sample
Leading Charge
Controlled Substance-Possess (Cocaine, Heroin Or Another Narcotic) Less Than 25 Grams
84 cases on docket
Median Security Bond
$3,500
Cash / surety schedule

The Kent County Adult Detention Facility in Michigan currently reports an active holding census of 1,003 detainees. Active custody sample indicators show that 153 individuals were booked within the past 7 days, contributing to 314 active records with booking dates within the trailing 30-day window. Among currently listed records with published booking dates, Wednesday represents the most common booking weekday, accounting for 197 records (19.6%) in the active sample.

The primary charges and statutory offenses currently represented on the active docket are led by Controlled Substance-Possess (Cocaine, Heroin Or Another Narcotic) Less Than 25 Grams (84 cases), Police Officer - Assaulting/Resisting/Obstructing (75 cases), and Controlled Substance - Possession Of Methamphetamin/Ecstacy (72 cases). Under state legal standards, all cited offenses represent pending allegations; every individual detained in Kent County retains the constitutional presumption of innocence until formal adjudication in district or circuit court. For records with published bail requirements, the median surety or cash bond is set at $3,500 (with maximum individual security reaching $2,000,000). Facility demographics reflect housing 86.2% male and 13.8% female inmates with an average detainee age of 39.1 years. The earliest continuous admission among the current custody roster dates back to October 24, 2003, illustrating the presence of both pre-trial detainees and longer-term sentenced stays.

Frequent Statutes: Controlled Substance-Possess (Cocaine, Heroin Or Another Narcotic) Less Than 25 Grams 84 Police Officer - Assaulting/Resisting/Obstructing 75 Controlled Substance - Possession Of Methamphetamin/Ecstacy 72 Retail Fraud - First Degree 66
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Agency Directory

Kent County Law Enforcement & Courthouse Directory

Verified contact information and physical office addresses for local county authorities.

Sheriff Department

Michelle LaJoye-Young

Headquarters: 701 Ball Ave N.E., Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Phone: (616) 632-6100
Detention Center

Kent County Correctional Facility

Address: 701 Ball Ave N.E., Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Booking Line: (616) 632-6400
Trust / Commissary: TouchPay
Inmate Phone: Smart Communications
Kent County Public Records Compliance & Corrections Independent Directory · Free 72-Hour Expungement Review

Custody information is synchronized from official public sheriff records. In accordance with the US Constitution, all arrestees are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. To submit court-ordered expungements, dismissals, or report a data discrepancy, access our free compliance desk.

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Answers

Kent County Custody & Records FAQ

Direct answers regarding Kent County inmate searches, detention facilities, and bail procedures.

How many inmates are currently detained in Kent County?

According to verified public custody records as of the most recent verification on Oct 20, 2026, there are 961 individuals listed in Kent County custody. Of these active records, 314 individuals have recorded booking dates within the trailing 30-day monitoring window.

What is the main jail facility in Kent County and how can I contact them?

The primary detention facility is Kent County Correctional Facility, located at 701 Ball Ave N.E., Grand Rapids, MI 49503. For booking verification, housing inquiries, or visitation scheduling, the facility desk can be reached at (616) 632-6400.

How do bail and bond postings work in Kent County?

Bail is established according to the local judicial schedule or determined by a judge during initial court appearances. Active records in Kent County reflect a median security bond of $3,500. Bail can typically be posted in cash at the facility bonding window or through state-licensed surety bail bond agents.

How frequently is the Kent County custody roster updated?

Custody records for Kent County are scheduled for automated daily synchronization from official public sheriff booking portals. The exact verification timestamp for Kent County is displayed on the roster to ensure full data transparency.

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