Clinton Township Sex Offenders Database
Clinton Township sex offenders are listed on the Michigan Public Sex Offender Registry, which the Michigan State Police maintain under the Sex Offenders Registration Act. Clinton Township is one of the largest townships in Michigan by population and sits in Macomb County. Residents can search the public registry online at no cost to find registered offenders who live, work, or go to school in Clinton Township. This page explains how to run those searches, where local offenders must register, and what Michigan law says about sex offender registration.
Clinton Township Overview
Where to Register in Clinton Township
Sex offenders in Clinton Township register with the Clinton Township Police or the Macomb County Sheriff's Office, depending on the nature of the case and what agency has jurisdiction over their address. Clinton Township contracts some police services through the county, so the Macomb County Sheriff's Office handles a portion of sex offender registration for township residents. Under MCL 28.723, offenders must register in person at the agency covering their residential area. Any change to address, employer, or school must be reported within three business days.
| Primary Agency | Clinton Township Police / Macomb County Sheriff's Office |
|---|---|
| Sheriff Address | 43565 Elizabeth Road, Mount Clemens, MI |
| Sheriff Phone | 586-469-5151 |
| District Court | 41-B District Court, (586) 469-9300 |
| MSP SOR Unit | (517) 241-1806 |
The Macomb County Sheriff's Office main location is in Mount Clemens, which is the county seat. The sheriff handles registration for many unincorporated areas and townships in Macomb County, including Clinton Township in cases where the township relies on county services. If you are unsure which agency to use, call the MSP SOR Unit at (517) 241-1806 or contact the Macomb County Sheriff's Office directly at 586-469-5151 to confirm the right registration point.
Offenders must bring valid ID, proof of address, vehicle information, and any professional license documents when registering. The initial fee is $50. The annual verification fee is also $50. The total lifetime cap under Michigan law is $550. Those who cannot pay may request a 90-day waiver. Registration fees are split between the state fund and the registering agency under state law.
Searching Clinton Township Sex Offender Records
The Michigan Public Sex Offender Registry at mspsor.com is the go-to source for searching sex offenders in Clinton Township. The search is free. You can look up offenders by name, zip code, street address, or radius. Clinton Township zip codes include 48035, 48036, and 48038, among others. You can enter any of these to pull up all registered offenders within that postal area. Each result shows the offender's tier level, offense, address, photo, and vehicle information.
The PSOR email alert system lets you set up automatic notifications. You register your home or work address and pick a radius between 0.25 and 5 miles. When a registered offender moves into that zone, registers a new employer nearby, or enrolls at a nearby school, you get an email. Notifications come from notifications@icrimewatch.net. The service is free and works for any address in Michigan.
For more detailed criminal history checks, use ICHAT at michigan.gov/ichat. This costs $10 per search and covers Michigan adult convictions. For information on current or recent state prison inmates, check OTIS at mdocweb.state.mi.us. Court case records for the 41-B District Court and Macomb County Circuit Court are available through MiCOURT at courts.michigan.gov/case-search.
The Michigan PSOR homepage is where you start any search for Clinton Township sex offenders.
The Macomb County Sheriff's Office handles sex offender registration for many Clinton Township residents and maintains local registry records in coordination with the Michigan State Police.
Michigan's Three-Tier Registration System
Michigan's Sex Offenders Registration Act is codified at MCL 28.721 et seq. The law has been in place since 1994 and was significantly updated in 2021. It divides all registered sex offenders into three tiers based on the type of offense. Tier I offenders register for 15 years and verify their information once a year. Tier II offenders register for 25 years and verify twice a year. Tier III offenders register for life and must verify in person every three months. All verification takes place during the offender's birth month and then at set intervals.
The registry covers about 45,000 people across Michigan. Clinton Township offenders are included in that count and appear publicly on the PSOR. The tier shown on an offender's profile tells you how serious the offense was under state law and how frequently that person must appear before registration authorities. Missing a verification deadline is a misdemeanor under Michigan law and can result in up to 93 days in jail and a $1,000 fine under MCL 28.729.
A federal judge ruled in October 2024 that certain parts of SORA are unconstitutional. About 17,000 people could move from lifetime to 25-year registration as a result. The Michigan legislature was given time to fix the law. This does not change registration requirements for most people, but anyone with questions about a specific case should contact the MSP SOR Unit or an attorney.
Tier I offenders who have been registered for at least 10 years can petition for removal under MCL 28.728c. They must file in the circuit court where they were convicted, serve notice on the prosecutor, and attend a hearing. If approved, MSP removes them from the registry. Tier II offenders can petition after 25 years. Tier III removal is rarely granted outside of certain juvenile cases.
Resources for Clinton Township Residents
The National Sex Offender Public Website at nsopw.gov is a free federal tool that searches all participating state registries at once. It is useful if you need to check whether someone has moved from Clinton Township to another state. NSOPW covers all 50 states and many U.S. territories. Use it alongside the Michigan PSOR for a full search across jurisdictions.
The MSP SOR Unit answers questions about the registry and handles corrections to offender records. Phone: (517) 241-1806. Email: psors@michigan.gov. Mailing address: P.O. Box 30634, Lansing, MI 48909-0634. Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM. The PSOR contact form is at mspsor.com/Home/Contact. If you believe a record is inaccurate, start with the local agency where the offender lives.
Legal aid organizations in Macomb County can help residents understand their rights under SORA and how to navigate the petition process. The State Bar of Michigan offers a lawyer referral service for people who need a criminal defense attorney with knowledge of sex offender registration law. Michigan Legal Help provides free guides about the registry, removal petitions, and related procedures.
Macomb County Sex Offender Records
Clinton Township is in Macomb County. The Macomb County Sheriff's Office plays a central role in sex offender registration across the county, including for Clinton Township. For a full look at county-wide resources and contacts, visit the Macomb County sex offender records page.
Nearby Cities
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