Public Safety
A safe community is a result of public safety professionals working in partnership with the people they serve. By working together with mutual respect, we make Jackson County a safe place to live, work, and play.
Most Popular Links
| Service | Contact Us | |
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Active Warrant ListView the Jackson County 12th District Court's active warrant list. | 517-788-4280 | |
Alcohol and Drug Dependence ResourcesResources on alcoholism, substance abuse, treatment, and family education. | For emergencies, dial 911 NCADD Resource Website For the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, dial 988 517-788-4260 (District Court) | |
Animal Bites, Rabies, Bat ExposureAnimal bites, rabies, bat exposure guidance, and procedures for reporting incidents and seeking medical help. | 517-768-1664 (Health Dept.) 517-788-4464 (Animal Shelter) | |
Animal ControlFor Jackson County Animal Control, please call 911. Animal Control is under the direction of the Jackson County Animal Shelter. | Dial 911 for Animal Control | |
Background Checks & FingerprintingThe Jackson County Sheriff's Department offers complete local background checks (which only includes information on your bookings at the Jackson County Office of the Sheriff) as well as fingerprinting services. | 517-768-7925 | |
Car Seat SafetyLearn car seat basics such as how to choose the right car seat, how to install it correctly, where to go for car seat checks, and more. | ||
Citizens Police AcademyThis program is designed to give the public a working knowledge of local law enforcement personnel and policies. | 517-768-7933 | |
Coronavirus (COVID-19) InformationView the latest Covid-19 case statistics in Jackson County as well as information on safety, health, and resources. | 517-768-1662 | |
Court Case InformationInformation on Civil, Traffic, Criminal, Domestic (Divorce/Family), and Probate cases via the MiCOURT Case Search site. | ||
Crash ReportsCrash report forms for roadway and private property accidents. | 517-768-7925 | |
Emergency Dispatch (E 911)For emergencies, dial 9-1-1. Learn more about Jackson County dispatch and the E 911 system here. | For Emergencies, dial 911. | |
Emergency Management & Homeland SecurityWhen disaster hits, the Jackson County Office of Emergency Management & Homeland Security coordinates emergency response agencies to protect the lives and property of Jackson County citizens. | 517-768-7946 | |
Emergency PreparednessThe Health Department provides emergency plans, resources, and volunteer opportunities. | 517-768-1633 | |
Emergency Response Disability Form (SAVE PROGRAM)Complete this form for persons with disabilities. The information will be used by first responders to assist persons with a disability. | 517-768-7925 | |
Genasys Protect ALERT (Emergency Notifications)Protect ALERT is an Emergency Notification System, which allows Jackson County to contact residents and businesses in the event of an emergency in their area. | ||
House/Vacation WatchThe Jackson County Office of the Sheriff offers Vacation Security Checks to all Jackson County residents living outside the City of Jackson. | 517-768-7900 | |
Inmate Locator (OTIS)The Offender Tracking Information System (OTIS) provides information on felons and misdemeanants who are, or were, under the supervision of the MDOC. (External site.) | ||
Jail and Inmate InformationJackson County Jail information for inmates, their families, and citizens. | ||
Lead Poisoning Information & ResourcesInformation on lead poisoning prevention, symptoms, sources, toolkits, testing, and the Michigan Lead Safe Home Program. | 517-788-4422 | |
Marijuana Education & SafetyLearn about marijuana storage safety, CDC findings, usage & risks, data & statistics, Michigan's Cannabis Regulatory Agency, & more. | 517-768-2195 | |
Medical ExaminerThe Medical Examiner Program brings trained medical evaluation to the investigation of deaths that are of concern to the public health, safety, and welfare of the community. | 517-788-4482 | |
Medication DisposalDiscover Drug Free Jackson prescription dropbox locations and how to obtain drug disposal bags for safe medication disposal. | 517-867-1358 (Drug Disposal Bags) 517-205-6709 (Drug Free Jackson) | |
Mental Health & Counseling ResourcesView information on local practitioners, hospitals, and hotlines offering a wide range of services including individual and family counseling, crisis intervention, bereavement support, suicide prevention, and more. | ||
Potholes, Fallen Trees, and Other Road HazardsReport a Road Hazard or Pothole to Jackson County's Department of Transportation. | For emergencies, dial 911. 517-788-4230 (JCDOT) | |
Public Health Volunteer Response TeamVolunteers assist the Jackson County Health Department respond to public emergencies. | 517-768-1633 | |
Report a CrimeIf you need to report that you are a victim of a crime, call 9-1-1 and speak to an E911 Dispatcher. | Dial 911 to report a crime. | |
Report Road Safety & Emergency SituationsReport road safety or emergency situations to the Jackson County Department of Transportation. | 517-788-4230 (JDOT 24/7 line) | |
School Liaison ProgramThe Jackson County Office of the Sheriff has four Deputies who are assigned to work closely with area school districts. | 517-768-7900 | |
Senior Health and Safety Chore ServiceThe Department on Aging offers Chore Service which includes non-continuous household maintenance tasks essential to a senior's health or safety. | 517-788-4364 | |
Sheriff ServicesFor emergencies, please call 911. For non-emergencies, please call 211. | Dial 911 for emergencies. Dial 211 for non-emergencies | |
Sheriff RecordsRequest for any record must be requested through a Freedom of Information Act Request (FOIA Request) to the Jackson County Office of the Sheriff. | 517-768-7925 | |
Substance Misuse & ResourcesInformation on opioids, treatment programs, safe medication disposal, support groups, settlement funds, Narcan, and more. | 517-867-1358 Email Substance Misuse Office | |
Traffic Enforcement RequestHave a traffic problem in your neighborhood? Fill out this form and a Traffic Unit will respond to your request as soon as possible. | 517-768-7900 | |
Victims' Rights & InformationInformation on victims' rights, personal protection orders, offender status/location, domestic violence, women's shelters, sexual assault, crime reports, evidence gathering, resources, and more. | 517-788-4071 | |
Youth Residential Treatment ProgramsThe Youth Center provides programs that cater to the needs of youth with justice system involvement. |
