Sex Offenders in Waterford Township
Waterford Township residents can find registered sex offenders through the Michigan Public Sex Offender Registry. The registry covers anyone who lives, works, or attends school in Waterford Township, Oakland County. This page covers how to search the registry, where sex offenders register locally with the Waterford Township Police Department, and what state law requires for ongoing registration in Michigan.
Waterford Township Overview
Where Sex Offenders Register in Waterford Township
Sex offenders in Waterford Township must register at the Waterford Township Police Department on Civic Center Drive. The Oakland County Sheriff's Office is also available as an alternative registration location for those in the township. Under MCL 28.723, registration must occur within three business days after moving to Waterford Township, starting a job there, or enrolling in school in the area.
| Agency | Waterford Township Police Department |
|---|---|
| Address | 5150 Civic Center Drive Waterford, MI 48329 |
| Phone | 248-674-0351 |
| Fax | 248-673-5190 |
| Website | waterfordmi.gov |
| Also Register At | Oakland County Sheriff's Office |
| District Court | 51st District Court (Waterford) |
The Waterford Township Police Department provides fingerprinting services and police report copies. Fingerprinting hours vary, so call 248-674-0351 before going in. When an offender first registers, they must bring a Michigan driver's license or personal ID card, proof of their Waterford Township address, and information about any vehicles they own. The department takes a photo and collects fingerprints at that visit. The initial registration fee is $50 under state law, and a $50 annual fee applies after that.
The department also has a safe "Internet Purchase Exchange" zone in the parking lot. The lot is clearly marked as a meetup spot, has video recording, and is available for child exchange purposes as well. This is part of the department's broader community safety programs. For suspicious activity reports, residents can call the dedicated line at 248-618-7550. Offenders who fail to register on time or skip a verification appointment face felony charges under MCL 28.729, with penalties ranging from four to ten years depending on how many prior violations exist.
Search Waterford Township Sex Offender Records
The Michigan Public Sex Offender Registry at mspsor.com is the primary public database for finding sex offenders in Waterford Township. The site is maintained by the Michigan State Police and is free to access. Search options include the offender's name, a Waterford Township street address, zip code, or a map-based radius search ranging from a quarter mile to five miles.
A search centered on a Waterford Township address will return a map and list of all registered offenders within your chosen distance. Each offender profile on the PSOR includes their current photo, home address, physical description, tier classification, criminal offense history, and vehicle details. The PSOR also shows which offenders are currently incarcerated and which are out of compliance with registration requirements. Non-compliant offenders in Waterford Township are handled as a priority by local law enforcement and the Michigan State Police.
The PSOR homepage provides the starting point for any Waterford Township sex offender search.
The Michigan PSOR homepage at mspsor.com is where all public sex offender searches begin for Waterford Township and Oakland County.
For deeper background searches, ICHAT lets you run a full criminal history check using a person's name and date of birth. The MiCOURT Case Search system pulls court records from the 51st District Court in Waterford and the Oakland County Circuit Court. The OTIS system from the Michigan Department of Corrections shows people currently on parole or probation statewide. All three tools are free or low cost and can be used together with the PSOR to get a fuller picture of anyone you are researching.
Michigan SORA and Registration Tiers
Michigan's Sex Offenders Registration Act, found at MCL 28.721 et seq., requires all convicted sex offenders to register with state-approved agencies like the Waterford Township Police Department. The Michigan State Police SOR Unit maintains the statewide registry and works with local agencies to ensure offenders in Waterford Township remain compliant.
The law uses a three-tier system to set how long each offender must register and how often they must verify. Tier I covers lower-level offenses such as Criminal Sexual Conduct 4th Degree under MCL 750.520e involving an adult victim. Tier I offenders register for 15 years and verify once per year. Tier II covers mid-range crimes including Criminal Sexual Conduct 2nd Degree under MCL 750.520c and crimes involving the exploitation of children. They register for 25 years and verify twice per year. Tier III is reserved for the most serious offenses, including Criminal Sexual Conduct 1st Degree under MCL 750.520b, and requires lifetime registration with quarterly verification.
Michigan has around 45,000 registered sex offenders statewide. Oakland County, which includes Waterford Township, accounts for a notable portion of those registrations. All offenders must report changes in address, workplace, and school enrollment within three business days. The Waterford Township Police Department handles these reports locally and sends updates to the Michigan State Police SOR Unit for the statewide database.
Waterford Township Resources
Waterford Township residents who want ongoing notifications about registered sex offenders can sign up for free email alerts through the PSOR. Go to mspsor.com and click on the email alerts option. Enter a home, work, or school address in Waterford Township and select a search radius. You will receive an email from notifications@icrimewatch.net whenever a new offender registers within your chosen area. You can add multiple addresses to one account.
The National Sex Offender Public Website at nsopw.gov is the national registry that links all 50 states and U.S. territories. It is useful for checking on offenders who may have moved out of Waterford Township to another state. The Michigan State Police SOR Unit is available by phone at (517) 241-1806, Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM, and by email at psors@michigan.gov. The PSOR contact page has an online form for tips and questions.
The Flock Safety Transparency Portal at transparency.flocksafety.com/waterford-township-mi-pd shows license plate reader data for Waterford Township, which can be useful when looking for vehicles tied to a registered offender. The Waterford Township Police Department coordinates these efforts with the Oakland County Sheriff's Office.
The MSP PSOR contact page is shown below for reference when you need to reach the state registry unit with a question or tip about an offender in Waterford Township.
The PSOR contact page at mspsor.com lets you submit questions or tips about registered sex offenders in Waterford Township directly to the Michigan State Police.
For legal information about SORA and recent changes to the law, the ACLU of Michigan has a resource page at aclumich.org/en/sora explaining how the law works and what options exist for those seeking registry review.
Oakland County Sex Offender Registry
Waterford Township is part of Oakland County. Sex offender registrations for the township are processed through the Waterford Township Police Department and coordinated with the Oakland County Sheriff's Office. For county-wide registration information, law enforcement contacts, and additional Oakland County resources, visit the county page.
Nearby Cities
These qualifying cities near Waterford Township also have sex offender registry pages.
- Troy (Oakland County)
- Farmington Hills (Oakland County)
- Southfield (Oakland County)
- Rochester Hills (Oakland County)