Van Buren County Sheriff’s Office
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The Van Buren County Sheriff's Office is a full-service law enforcement agency providing professional police protection services to the citizens of Van Buren County, Michigan. The Sheriff's Office is committed to serving the community with the highest level of professionalism, integrity, and dedication.
History
The Van Buren County Sheriff's Office was established in 1837, just one year after the county was formed. The first sheriff was Erastus Ingalls, who was elected by the county commissioners. The Sheriff's Office has grown over the years to meet the needs of the community, and it now has a staff of over 120 sworn officers and civilian employees.
Mission Statement
The mission of the Van Buren County Sheriff's Office is to serve and protect the citizens of Van Buren County by enforcing the law, preserving the peace, and providing a safe and secure environment.
Services
The Van Buren County Sheriff's Office provides a wide range of services to the community, including:
- Patrol services
- Investigative services
- Jail operations
- Court security
- Search and rescue
- Crime prevention
- Community policing
Van Buren County Arrest Warrants Search
The Van Buren County Sheriff's Office provides an online warrant search tool that allows the public to search for active arrest warrants in Van Buren County, Michigan.
How to Find a Warrant in Van Buren County
To search for a warrant in Van Buren County, follow these steps:
- Go to the Van Buren County Sheriff's Office website.
- Click on the "Warrants" tab.
- Enter the first and last name of the person you are searching for.
- Click the "Search" button.
The search results will display a list of all active arrest warrants for the person you searched for. The results will include the warrant number, the issuing agency, the offense, the bond amount, and the date the warrant was issued.
What to Do if You Have a Warrant
If you have a warrant for your arrest, you should contact the Van Buren County Sheriff's Office immediately. You can turn yourself in at the Sheriff's Office or you can contact the Sheriff's Office to make arrangements to surrender.
Important Information
- The Van Buren County Sheriff's Office does not provide legal advice. If you have questions about a warrant, you should contact an attorney.
- The Van Buren County Sheriff's Office may charge a fee for copying or serving a warrant.
- The Van Buren County Sheriff's Office may release information about a warrant to the public, including the person's name, the offense, and the bond amount.
Van Buren County Child Support Warrants
Van Buren County Sheriff's Office Most Wanted List
Van Buren County Mugshots
The Van Buren County Sheriff's Office does not release mugshots to the public. This is due to a Michigan law that prohibits the release of mugshots without a court order.
How to Obtain Mugshots
If you are a member of the media and you need to obtain a mugshot, you must submit a written request to the Van Buren County Sheriff's Office. The request must include the following information:
- The name of the person whose mugshot you are requesting
- The date of the arrest
- The offense for which the person was arrested
- The purpose of your request
The Van Buren County Sheriff's Office will review your request and make a determination whether to release the mugshot.
Availability of Mugshots
Mugshots are not available online. If you are a member of the media and you have been granted permission to obtain a mugshot, you must pick up the mugshot in person at the Van Buren County Sheriff's Office.
Bond Information
A bail bond is a type of surety bond that is used to secure the release of a person from jail while they are awaiting trial. When a person is arrested, they are typically taken to jail and held until their trial date. However, a person can be released from jail if they post bail.
Bail is typically set by a judge. The amount of bail will vary depending on the severity of the offense, the person's criminal history, and their ties to the community.
If a person cannot afford to pay bail, they can hire a bail bondsman. A bail bondsman is a person who posts bail for a defendant in exchange for a fee. The fee is typically 10% of the bail amount.
How to Post a Bond in Van Buren County Sheriff’s Office
To post a bond in Van Buren County, you must go to the Van Buren County Jail. The jail is located at 205 S Kalamazoo Street Paw Paw, MI 49079-1429.
You will need to bring the following information with you:
- The name of the person you are posting bail for
- The bail amount
- A form of payment (cash, credit card, or money order)
Once you have provided the necessary information, the jail staff will process the bond and release the person from jail.
Important Information
- If you are posting bail for someone, you are responsible for ensuring that they appear in court for their trial.
- If the person you are posting bail for fails to appear in court, you will forfeit the bail money.
- You may be able to get a refund of the bail money if the person you are posting bail for is found not guilty or if the charges against them are dropped.
Van Buren County Most Wanted List
The Van Buren County Sheriff's Office maintains a list of the county's most wanted fugitives. The list includes people who are wanted for serious crimes, such as murder, assault, and child molestation.
How to View the Most Wanted List
The Van Buren County Sheriff's Office most wanted list is available online.
The list includes the following information about each fugitive:
- Name
- Age
- Height
- Weight
- Hair color
- Eye color
- Race
- Sex
- Crime(s) wanted for
- Last known location
How to Report Information about a Fugitive
If you have information about the whereabouts of a fugitive on the Van Buren County most wanted list, you can contact the Van Buren County Sheriff's Office at 269-657-2006.
Important Information
- The Van Buren County Sheriff's Office considers all fugitives on the most wanted list to be dangerous.
- If you see a fugitive on the most wanted list, do not approach them. Call 911 immediately.
- The Van Buren County Sheriff's Office offers a reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of a fugitive on the most wanted list.
Sex Offender Registry
The Van Buren County Sheriff's Office provides a searchable online sex offender registry. The registry includes information about all registered sex offenders living in Van Buren County.
How to Search the Sex Offender Registry
To search the Van Buren County sex offender registry, follow these steps:
- Go to the Van Buren County Sheriff's Office website.
- Click on the "Sex Offender Registry" tab.
- Enter the first and last name of the person you are searching for.
- Click the "Search" button.
The search results will display a list of all registered sex offenders matching the criteria you entered. The results will include the offender's name, address, date of birth, offense, and risk level.
Important Information
- The Van Buren County Sheriff's Office updates the sex offender registry regularly.
- The Van Buren County Sheriff's Office does not provide legal advice. If you have questions about the sex offender registry, you should contact an attorney.
- The Van Buren County Sheriff's Office may release information about a sex offender to the public, including the offender's name, address, and offense.
Van Buren County Sex Offender Registry Database
Location and Contact Details
The Van Buren County Sheriff's Office is located at 205 S Kalamazoo Street Paw Paw, MI 49079-1429.
The phone number is 269-657-2006.
Central Dispatch - 269-657-3101.
Fax - 269-657-5161.
Website: Van Buren County Sheriff's Office