Iosco County Criminal Records
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Use the official court, custody, police-record, and statewide paths for Iosco County, Michigan; jurisdiction limits are explained.
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Iosco County public records: common questions
Where to search Iosco County records
Iosco County, Michigan court, custody, police, and statewide records are kept in separate systems. Start court research with 23rd Circuit Court jurisdiction, case types, calendar, payments, and court contacts.
- Court cases23rd Circuit Court jurisdiction, case types, calendar, payments, and court contacts
- Current custodyConfirm the current jail or detention source with the local agency.
- Statewide recordsUse the Michigan state-level source described below when available.
- Federal recordsFederal court and custody records are outside county systems and require a separate federal search.
Verified local details
These details were drawn from the official sources linked in this guide. Reconfirm addresses, contacts, schedules, fees, and other time-sensitive details with the responsible agency.
- The Iosco County Sheriff's Office and jail are at 428 West Lake Street, Tawas City, Michigan 48763, with a listed phone number of 989-362-6164.
- The sheriff's page lists Scott D. Frank as sheriff and Brian Golden as jail administrator.
- The sheriff's office states that it provides county-wide law enforcement, operates the county jail, maintains county warrants, handles sex-offender registration, and provides civil-process and fingerprinting services.
- The 23rd Circuit Court covers Alcona, Arenac, Iosco, and Oscoda counties and handles civil cases involving more than $25,000, felony or serious-misdemeanor cases, domestic-relations matters, child-protection and delinquency cases, and appeals from District Court.
- The 81st District Court handles traffic violations, landlord-tenant matters, misdemeanors, felony preliminary hearings, small claims, and civil cases with claims up to $25,000.
- The Iosco County Clerk is the clerk of the 23rd Circuit Court, files Circuit Court and Family Court documents, maintains the Circuit Court seal, and maintains birth, death, marriage, assumed-name, notary, and election records.
| Record type | Agency or source | Scope | Action | Last checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Court cases | 23rd Circuit Court jurisdiction, case types, calendar, payments, and court contacts | County or local | Open source | |
| Police and incident records | County-wide law enforcement, jail operations, warrants, sex-offender registration, permits, civil process, and sheriff contacts | County or local | Open source | |
| Police and incident records | County, sheriff, prosecutor, dispatch, and departmental Freedom of Information Act request procedures | County or local | Open source | |
| Court cases | County Clerk vital records, elections, Circuit Court and Family Court filings, and official-record duties | County or local | Open source | |
| Court cases | Iosco County official source (iosco.net) | County or local | Open source |
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This Iosco County records guide is organized around the way the information is actually maintained. Begin with the Q&A for the record you need, then use the source map below to confirm a case, custody status, incident report, or statewide search. Iosco County has 25,266 residents (2025 estimate). The source map below identifies the relevant local courts and agencies. Offices and online systems change, so confirm details with the agency before relying on a record.
Quick facts
- County-equivalent identity
- 26-069
- Population
- 25,266 residents (2025 estimate)
- Local detail
- The Iosco County Sheriff's Office and jail are at 428 West Lake Street, Tawas City, Michigan 48763, with a listed phone number of 989-362-6164.
- Local detail
- The sheriff's page lists Scott D. Frank as sheriff and Brian Golden as jail administrator.
- Local detail
- The sheriff's office states that it provides county-wide law enforcement, operates the county jail, maintains county warrants, handles sex-offender registration, and provides civil-process and fingerprinting services.
- Local detail
- The 23rd Circuit Court covers Alcona, Arenac, Iosco, and Oscoda counties and handles civil cases involving more than $25,000, felony or serious-misdemeanor cases, domestic-relations matters, child-protection and delinquency cases, and appeals from District Court.
- Local detail
- The 81st District Court handles traffic violations, landlord-tenant matters, misdemeanors, felony preliminary hearings, small claims, and civil cases with claims up to $25,000.
- Local detail
- The Iosco County Clerk is the clerk of the 23rd Circuit Court, files Circuit Court and Family Court documents, maintains the Circuit Court seal, and maintains birth, death, marriage, assumed-name, notary, and election records.
What is specific about this local guide
- Local detail: The Iosco County Sheriff's Office and jail are at 428 West Lake Street, Tawas City, Michigan 48763, with a listed phone number of 989-362-6164.
- Local detail: The sheriff's page lists Scott D. Frank as sheriff and Brian Golden as jail administrator.
- Local detail: The sheriff's office states that it provides county-wide law enforcement, operates the county jail, maintains county warrants, handles sex-offender registration, and provides civil-process and fingerprinting services.
How can I contact the Iosco County Sheriff's Office or jail?
For Iosco County, start with County-wide law enforcement, jail operations, warrants, sex-offender registration, permits, civil process, and sheriff contacts and 23rd Circuit Court jurisdiction, case types, calendar, payments, and court contacts, then confirm the filing court or creating agency. How can I contact the Iosco County Sheriff's Office or jail depends on the record type and jurisdiction. The reviewed county pages provide court descriptions and contact information but do not constitute legal advice or a complete explanation of every jurisdictional exception.
How do I check Iosco County custody, booking, bond, visitation, or inmate-communication information?
For Iosco County, start with County-wide law enforcement, jail operations, warrants, sex-offender registration, permits, civil process, and sheriff contacts and 23rd Circuit Court jurisdiction, case types, calendar, payments, and court contacts, then confirm the filing court or creating agency. How do I check Iosco County custody, booking, bond, visitation, or inmate-communication information depends on the record type and jurisdiction. The reviewed county pages provide court descriptions and contact information but do not constitute legal advice or a complete explanation of every jurisdictional exception.
What services does the Iosco County Sheriff's Office provide for warrants, sex-offender registration, permits, and civil process?
For Iosco County, start with County-wide law enforcement, jail operations, warrants, sex-offender registration, permits, civil process, and sheriff contacts and 23rd Circuit Court jurisdiction, case types, calendar, payments, and court contacts, then confirm the filing court or creating agency. What services does the Iosco County Sheriff's Office provide for warrants, sex-offender registration, permits, and civil process depends on the record type and jurisdiction. The reviewed county pages provide court descriptions and contact information but do not constitute legal advice or a complete explanation of every jurisdictional exception.
Which Iosco County court handles a traffic, misdemeanor, felony, civil, landlord-tenant, or small-claims matter?
For Iosco County, start with County-wide law enforcement, jail operations, warrants, sex-offender registration, permits, civil process, and sheriff contacts and 23rd Circuit Court jurisdiction, case types, calendar, payments, and court contacts, then confirm the filing court or creating agency. Which Iosco County court handles a traffic, misdemeanor, felony, civil, landlord-tenant, or small-claims matter depends on the record type and jurisdiction. The reviewed county pages provide court descriptions and contact information but do not constitute legal advice or a complete explanation of every jurisdictional exception.
How can I search Iosco County Circuit Court records or hearing calendars?
For Iosco County, start with County-wide law enforcement, jail operations, warrants, sex-offender registration, permits, civil process, and sheriff contacts and 23rd Circuit Court jurisdiction, case types, calendar, payments, and court contacts, then confirm the filing court or creating agency. How can I search Iosco County Circuit Court records or hearing calendars depends on the record type and jurisdiction. The reviewed county pages provide court descriptions and contact information but do not constitute legal advice or a complete explanation of every jurisdictional exception.
How do I obtain Iosco County birth, death, marriage, divorce, or other Clerk records?
For Iosco County, start with County-wide law enforcement, jail operations, warrants, sex-offender registration, permits, civil process, and sheriff contacts and 23rd Circuit Court jurisdiction, case types, calendar, payments, and court contacts, then confirm the filing court or creating agency. How do I obtain Iosco County birth, death, marriage, divorce, or other Clerk records depends on the record type and jurisdiction. The reviewed county pages provide court descriptions and contact information but do not constitute legal advice or a complete explanation of every jurisdictional exception.
How do I submit a FOIA request to the Iosco County Sheriff, prosecutor, dispatch center, or another county department?
For Iosco County, start with County-wide law enforcement, jail operations, warrants, sex-offender registration, permits, civil process, and sheriff contacts and 23rd Circuit Court jurisdiction, case types, calendar, payments, and court contacts, then confirm the filing court or creating agency. How do I submit a FOIA request to the Iosco County Sheriff, prosecutor, dispatch center, or another county department depends on the record type and jurisdiction. The reviewed county pages provide court descriptions and contact information but do not constitute legal advice or a complete explanation of every jurisdictional exception.
Which city or township office has jurisdiction over a local police, zoning, ordinance, or property matter?
For Iosco County, start with County-wide law enforcement, jail operations, warrants, sex-offender registration, permits, civil process, and sheriff contacts and 23rd Circuit Court jurisdiction, case types, calendar, payments, and court contacts, then confirm the filing court or creating agency. Which city or township office has jurisdiction over a local police, zoning, ordinance, or property matter depends on the record type and jurisdiction. The reviewed county pages provide court descriptions and contact information but do not constitute legal advice or a complete explanation of every jurisdictional exception.
Police, sheriff, and incident records
For police or incident records, use County, sheriff, prosecutor, dispatch, and departmental Freedom of Information Act request procedures. The sheriff's pages describe jail services but do not provide a verified live inmate roster in the reviewed content.
Criminal cases in Iosco County
Start with 23rd Circuit Court jurisdiction, case types, calendar, payments, and court contacts for the official Iosco County court path. County: Iosco County government and the sheriff provide county-level services, including county-wide law enforcement, jail operations, court administration, records, and public-information services. Court: Iosco County is served by the 23rd Circuit Court, the 81st District Court, and the Probate and Family Court. The 23rd Circuit Court also covers Alcona, Arenac, and Oscoda counties under Michigan's concurrent jurisdiction plan.
Jail and custody information for Iosco County
For current custody information, start with County-wide law enforcement, jail operations, warrants, sex-offender registration, permits, civil process, and sheriff contacts. The reviewed county pages provide court descriptions and contact information but do not constitute legal advice or a complete explanation of every jurisdictional exception.
Municipal and local court records
Municipal and local court coverage is separate from the county trial-court path. Custody: The Iosco County Sheriff's Office operates the county jail and provides custody-related services. State prison, federal detention, and custody in another county are separate jurisdictions. Municipal: The county website provides separate contacts for local cities and townships. Municipal police, ordinances, zoning, and other local functions depend on the specific city or township.
Statewide sources for Michigan records
Statewide Michigan sources are separate from Iosco County local records. Do not treat a statewide search as a complete county docket, jail roster, or police-record database.
Cities covered by local record systems
The relevant local courts and agencies may serve different incorporated municipalities, so confirm the filing locality before relying on a record.
Nearby Michigan records pages
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Official Iosco County and Michigan record sources
For an official starting point, use County Clerk vital records, elections, Circuit Court and Family Court filings, and official-record duties. Confirm current access rules, fees, contacts, and jurisdiction with the responsible agency.
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