Genesee County Sex Offenders

Genesee County sex offender records are available on the Michigan Public Sex Offender Registry, a statewide database managed by the Michigan State Police. With over 400,000 residents, Genesee County has one of the larger registered sex offender populations in the state. You can search the registry by name, address, or zip code at mspsor.com to find registrants in Flint, Burton, Grand Blanc, and surrounding areas. Local registration is handled by the Genesee County Sheriff's Office at 1002 S. Saginaw Street in Flint, under Sheriff Christopher Swanson. This page covers how to use the registry, local enforcement programs, what the law requires, and where to report concerns.

Genesee County Sex Offender Registry Search

The Michigan Public Sex Offender Registry search portal is the main tool for searching Genesee County registered sex offenders. The database is free and is maintained by the Michigan State Police. You can search by name, street address, zip code, or by selecting Genesee County from the county filter. With over 400,000 residents, Genesee County has a significant number of active registrants, so filtering by zip code or address will often return more useful results than searching the entire county at once.

Each profile in the registry includes the person's full name, a current photograph, their registered home address, any secondary addresses, vehicle information, tier classification, and the offense that required registration. Results reflect changes reported by registrants and are updated on a continuous basis. This is not a static annual report. It is a live database that shows current information as it comes in from local law enforcement agencies, including the Genesee County Sheriff's Office.

The Genesee County Sheriff's Office website at geneseecountymi.gov provides department contact information and details about services available to county residents.

The Genesee County Sheriff's Office handles all sex offender registration and local compliance enforcement for the county.

G.H.O.S.T. Unit and Special Enforcement in Genesee County

The Genesee County Sheriff's Office operates the G.H.O.S.T. unit, which stands for Human Oppression Strike Team. This specialized unit focuses on human trafficking and sex crimes and has made more than 150 arrests since its formation. G.H.O.S.T. works across Genesee County to identify and arrest individuals involved in sex trafficking and related exploitation crimes, often working in coordination with state and federal agencies. The unit represents a significant local investment in proactive enforcement beyond standard registry compliance checks.

The sheriff's office also maintains a Cold Case Unit that investigates unsolved homicides and sexual assaults. Cold case work often intersects with sex offender investigations when unresolved assault cases involve registered offenders or when DNA evidence links known registrants to older crimes. Together, these units reflect a more active enforcement posture in Genesee County compared to many smaller Michigan counties where law enforcement resources are more limited.

Sheriff Christopher Swanson leads the department. The main office is at 1002 S. Saginaw Street, Flint, MI 48502. The main line is 810-257-3406 and the fax is 810-257-3422. The department's website is at geneseecountymi.gov.

Note: To report a trafficking concern or tip related to sex crimes in Genesee County, contact the G.H.O.S.T. unit through the Genesee County Sheriff's Office main line at 810-257-3406.

Registration Requirements in Genesee County

Michigan's Sex Offenders Registration Act, beginning at MCL 28.721, applies to all counties in the state including Genesee. Under MCL 28.723, anyone convicted of a qualifying sex offense must register with local law enforcement before or upon release from custody, or within three business days of moving into Michigan or changing their address within the state. Registrants moving into the Flint area from elsewhere in Michigan or from another state must register at the Genesee County Sheriff's Office within that three-day window.

Under MCL 28.725, registrants must keep all information current and accurate. Changes to home or secondary addresses, vehicles, employer location, school enrollment, or internet identifiers must all be reported in person within three business days. The Genesee County Sheriff's Office does not accept mailed or online updates. Every change must be done face to face at 1002 S. Saginaw Street in Flint.

Consequences for non-compliance are set under MCL 28.729. A first violation is a felony with up to four years in prison and a $5,000 fine. A second violation raises those maximums to seven years and $10,000. A third or later violation can result in up to ten years behind bars and a $10,000 fine. Given the size of the Genesee County registry population, the sheriff's office actively monitors compliance and pursues violations.

Sex Offender Tiers in Genesee County

Michigan assigns registrants to one of three tiers under MCL 28.725a. The tier level is set by the Michigan State Police based on the offense of conviction and determines how long someone remains listed and how often they must verify. Tier I covers lower-level offenses, including fourth-degree criminal sexual conduct under MCL 750.520e. Tier I registrants verify once a year and stay on the registry for 15 years. Tier II covers mid-range offenses like second-degree criminal sexual conduct under MCL 750.520c. These individuals verify every six months and remain listed for 25 years.

Tier III applies to the most serious convictions. First-degree criminal sexual conduct under MCL 750.520b, which includes offenses involving penetration combined with aggravating factors such as a victim under 13 years old, use of force, or causing serious bodily harm, results in Tier III classification. Tier III registrants verify every 90 days and are on the public registry for life. In Genesee County, with its large population, all three tiers are well represented in the registry. Tier III registrants face the most frequent check-in requirements and must appear at the sheriff's office four times a year.

Note: Tier classification is set at the state level and cannot be lowered by the Genesee County Sheriff or any local court.

Additional Resources for Genesee County Research

Beyond the PSOR, the Michigan Offender Tracking Information System (OTIS) tracks people under active Michigan Department of Corrections supervision, including those on parole or probation living in Genesee County. For a broader criminal history search, the Michigan State Police runs ICHAT, which returns a full Michigan conviction record for $10 covering all felony and misdemeanor offenses statewide.

Court records for Genesee County cases are held by the 7th Circuit Court in Flint and by district courts in Flint, Burton, and Grand Blanc. State-level case searches are available through MiCOURT Case Search. For cases involving federal charges, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan handles federal prosecutions originating in Genesee County. The National Sex Offender Public Website is a free federal resource that searches all fifty state registries simultaneously, useful if you are checking someone with possible out-of-state registration history.

Reporting Concerns in Genesee County

Residents who believe a registered sex offender in Genesee County is not complying with registry requirements should call the Genesee County Sheriff's Office at 810-257-3406. For emergencies, call 911. The sheriff's office takes non-compliance seriously and actively investigates reported violations. Tips about sex trafficking or exploitation can be directed to the G.H.O.S.T. unit through the same main number.

The Michigan State Police SOR Unit in Lansing handles registry-level compliance and accuracy questions. Call them at (517) 241-1806 or email psors@michigan.gov. The PSOR contact page at mspsor.com/Home/Contact is available for reporting a suspected registry violation or disputing information in a listing. For FOIA requests covering local law enforcement records, submit a written request to the Genesee County Sheriff's Office at 1002 S. Saginaw St., Flint, MI 48502.

Cities in Genesee County

Genesee County includes the city of Flint, which has a dedicated page on this site. Flint is the county seat and largest city in the county. To search for registered sex offenders in other communities within Genesee County, including Burton, Grand Blanc, Flushing, or Clio, use the Michigan Public Sex Offender Registry at mspsor.com and search by city name or zip code.

Nearby Counties

Genesee County is in east-central Michigan, surrounded by several mid-Michigan counties. View sex offender registry information for neighboring counties below.