Westland Sex Offenders Database
Westland sex offenders are tracked in the Michigan Public Sex Offender Registry, a free public database run by the Michigan State Police. You can search for registered sex offenders in Westland, Wayne County at mspsor.com by name, address, or zip code. Results show each offender's photo, current address, offense history, tier level, and vehicle details. Registration for offenders living or working in Westland is handled through the Westland Police Department on Ford Road.
Westland Overview
Registering as a Sex Offender in Westland
Anyone required to register under Michigan's Sex Offenders Registration Act who lives, works, or goes to school in Westland must register in person at the Westland Police Department. The department is at 36701 Ford Road. You cannot register by mail or online. All changes to your address, job, or school status must be reported in person within three business days.
| Registration Site | Westland Police Department |
|---|---|
| Address | 36701 Ford Road Westland, MI 48185 |
| Phone | 734-722-9600 |
| Fax | 734-722-3220 |
| District Court | 18th District Court, Westland |
You must bring a valid Michigan driver's license or state ID, proof of your current Westland address, vehicle information, and details about your job and any school enrollment. Fingerprints and a photo are needed if not already on file. The state charges $50 to register for the first time and $50 each year after that. The total lifetime cap is $550 under Michigan law. If you cannot pay, ask the department about the 90-day hardship waiver available under SORA.
Westland is in Wayne County. If you are unsure whether to register at the Westland Police Department or the Wayne County Sheriff's Office, the rule is to register at the local agency where you live or work. The Wayne County Sheriff's Office is at 1231 St. Antoine St., Detroit, MI 48226, and can be reached at 313-224-2233.
How to Search Westland Sex Offender Records
The Michigan Public Sex Offender Registry at mspsor.com is the main public tool for checking sex offenders in Westland. The site is free to use. No account or payment is needed. You can search the Westland area by entering a street address and using the radius feature to show all offenders within up to 5 miles of that location.
Searching by name is also available on the PSOR. Enter a first and last name, and the system will return any matching registrants across Michigan. The results page for Westland offenders shows full profiles including photo, date of birth, current address, offense, tier level, and vehicle information. To go directly to the search tool, visit mspsor.com/Home/Search.
The PSOR email alert system lets Westland residents sign up to get notified when a new offender registers nearby. You can set the alert radius from .25 to 5 miles around your address. Multiple addresses can be added to one account. Alerts come from notifications@icrimewatch.net. Sign up at the main PSOR site.
Two additional databases complement the PSOR. The ICHAT system at michigan.gov/ichat provides statewide criminal background checks for $10. You need a name and date of birth. ICHAT may show charges that do not appear on the sex offender registry if they were sealed or from another state. The OTIS database from the Michigan Department of Corrections shows incarceration records going back three years after discharge. Both are useful for broader background research on someone in Westland.
Court records for Westland cases can be searched through courts.michigan.gov/case-search. The 18th District Court handles misdemeanor cases in Westland. For Wayne County Circuit Court records, which cover felony matters, use the same MiCOURT search tool and filter by county.
SORA Requirements for Westland Offenders
Michigan's Sex Offenders Registration Act, at MCL 28.721 et seq., governs all sex offender registration in the state. The law applies in Westland the same way it does everywhere in Michigan. The Michigan State Police maintain the registry and set statewide standards, while local agencies like the Westland Police Department carry out the day-to-day registration process.
Westland offenders are classified into one of three tiers based on their offense. Tier I offenders must register for 15 years and verify once each year during their birth month. This tier covers less serious offenses, including fourth-degree criminal sexual conduct under MCL 750.520e when the victim is an adult. Tier II covers crimes like second-degree criminal sexual conduct under MCL 750.520c. Tier II requires 25 years of registration and twice-a-year check-ins. Tier III is for the most serious cases, including first-degree criminal sexual conduct under MCL 750.520b, and requires lifetime registration with quarterly reporting.
Wayne County, where Westland is located, has a large number of registered offenders given its size as the most populous county in Michigan. The Wayne County Sheriff at sheriffconnect.com oversees county-level services and can be reached at 313-224-2233. The main sheriff's office is at 1231 St. Antoine St., Detroit.
Missing a required check-in or failing to report a change of address is a felony under MCL 28.729. A first violation can mean up to four years in prison and a $5,000 fine. Repeated violations carry sentences of up to 10 years. Westland registrants who believe they may qualify for removal from the registry should review the petition process under MCL 28.728c and consult with a Michigan attorney.
Resources for Westland Residents
The Michigan State Police SOR Unit handles registry questions and updates at the state level. You can reach them at (517) 241-1806 or by email at psors@michigan.gov. The contact page is at mspsor.com/Home/Contact. The unit is open weekdays from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
For those seeking legal guidance on SORA requirements, Michigan Legal Help at michiganlegalhelp.org has free plain-language guides. Topics include registration obligations, tier levels, and how to petition for removal from the registry. Westland residents who need help finding a lawyer can also contact the State Bar of Michigan for a referral.
The National Sex Offender Public Website at nsopw.gov is a federal resource that searches all participating state registries at once. It is helpful for checking whether a person has a sex offense record from another state who may have moved to Westland. The site is run by the U.S. Department of Justice and is free.
Note: Inmate records for people held in Wayne County or Michigan state facilities can be checked through OTIS at mdocweb.state.mi.us/otis2. Records remain available for three years after discharge.
Michigan State Police maintain the OTIS offender tracking system at mdocweb.state.mi.us, which supplements the public sex offender registry with Department of Corrections data for Westland and Wayne County.
OTIS lets you search by last name, first name, or MDOC number and shows current status, offense details, and release information for people in the Michigan corrections system.
Wayne County Sex Offender Records
Westland is part of Wayne County, the largest county in Michigan. The Wayne County Sheriff's Office serves the wider county, while the Westland Police Department handles registration for city residents. For more on Wayne County courts, the county sheriff, and additional resources, see the Wayne County page.
Nearby Cities
Other qualifying cities near Westland with sex offender registry pages: