Find Sex Offenders in Lapeer County

Lapeer County sex offenders are listed in the Michigan Public Sex Offender Registry, which is run by the Michigan State Police and available free to all residents. Lapeer County, with a population of around 88,000, sits east of Flint in Michigan's Lower Peninsula, and all local sex offender registration is processed through the Lapeer County Sheriff's Office on John Conley Drive. You can search for registered sex offenders in Lapeer, North Branch, Imlay City, and every township in the county through the Michigan PSOR by county, zip code, address, or name.

Lapeer County Sex Offender Registry Search

Use the Michigan Public Sex Offender Registry search portal to look up registered sex offenders in Lapeer County. The search is free and does not require an account. You can filter results by Lapeer County specifically, or enter a zip code from any community in the county to narrow your results. Name searches are also available if you are looking up a specific person.

Each registrant profile on the PSOR includes the person's photo, current home address, offense type, vehicle information, and tier classification. The registry reflects near real-time updates. When a Lapeer County registrant reports a change in address or vehicle under MCL 28.725, that change shows up in the system quickly. The PSOR is far more current than any static list or archived report.

Lapeer County court records can be accessed through the 40th Circuit Court at 255 Clay Street in Lapeer, reachable at 517-667-0616. The 71A District Court at the same address handles misdemeanor and civil matters, with a phone number of 810-667-0610. State-level court searches can be done through MiCOURT Case Search.

The Lapeer County Sheriff's Office website at lapeercountyweb.org provides department information and resources. The image below is pulled from that site.

The Lapeer County Sheriff's Office at 3231 John Conley Dr. is the designated registration authority for all sex offenders residing or working in Lapeer County.

Registering with the Lapeer County Sheriff

Sex offender registration in Lapeer County is handled through the Records Division of the Lapeer County Sheriff's Office at 3231 John Conley Drive, Lapeer, MI 48446. Sheriff Scott McKenna leads the department. The main phone is 810-664-1801, with a fax number of 810-664-5520. Business hours for the Records Division are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Registration is done during those hours. Sex offender registration is one of several duties handled by the Records Division alongside accident reports, FOIA requests, background checks, and pistol purchase licenses.

Key staff in the department include Undersheriff Michael Odette, Road Patrol Lieutenant Andy Engster, and Detective Bureau Lieutenant Gary Parks. The Corrections Division is overseen by Lieutenant Steve Beebe. The department also operates specialized units including a Marine Division, Search and Rescue, a Dive Team, K-9 unit, S.R.T. (SWAT), and a Victim Services Unit. Registrants dealing with complex situations, such as multiple addresses or questions about their tier, should contact the Records Division directly.

Registration must be done in person. You cannot register by mail or online. Bring a government-issued photo ID, proof of your current address, and vehicle registration information. Initial registration must happen within three business days of establishing a Lapeer County address under MCL 28.723. You can also fax completed forms to 810-664-5520 in limited circumstances, but confirm with the office what they can accept by fax before relying on it.

Note: If you need to request records from the Lapeer County Sheriff under FOIA, the Records Division handles those requests as well during regular business hours.

Tier Classification in Lapeer County

Michigan's three-tier system under MCL 28.725a applies to all registrants in Lapeer County. Tier I covers lower-level sex offenses, including fourth-degree criminal sexual conduct under MCL 750.520e. These registrants verify once per year and stay on the registry for 15 years. Tier II addresses mid-level crimes like second-degree criminal sexual conduct under MCL 750.520c. Tier II registrants verify every six months and remain on the list for 25 years. Tier III is for the most serious crimes, including first-degree criminal sexual conduct under MCL 750.520b. Tier III registrants verify every three months and are listed for life.

All verification must happen in person at the Sheriff's Office. It cannot be done by phone or online. Verification windows are strict. Missing a deadline is treated as a separate offense, even if the registrant is otherwise in compliance. Tier classification is set by state law at the time of conviction and cannot be changed by the Lapeer County Sheriff's Office.

Penalties for Non-Compliance

Michigan's Sex Offenders Registration Act at MCL 28.721 and its companion sections spell out the consequences for failing to comply. Under MCL 28.729, a first violation is a felony carrying up to four years in prison and a $5,000 fine. A second violation raises the maximum to seven years and $10,000. A third offense can bring up to ten years in prison and a $10,000 fine. These apply to all forms of non-compliance, including failure to register on time, failure to report a change within three business days, or providing false information.

Lapeer County prosecutors work with the Michigan State Police to track down and charge offenders who fall out of compliance. The state has active enforcement programs and does not treat non-compliance as a minor administrative issue. If you suspect someone in Lapeer County is not meeting their registration obligations, contact the Sheriff's Office at 810-664-1801 or reach the MSP SOR Unit at (517) 241-1806.

Other Tools for Lapeer County Offender Records

The sex offender registry is one of several tools you can use to check on criminal records in Lapeer County. The Michigan Offender Tracking Information System (OTIS) shows whether someone is currently on parole or probation under the Michigan Department of Corrections. If a person recently left state prison and may be living in Lapeer County, OTIS can confirm their supervision status. It is free and separate from the PSOR.

The ICHAT tool provides Michigan criminal conviction history for a $10 fee. It covers all felony and misdemeanor convictions, not just sex offenses. The National Sex Offender Public Website is free and searches registries from all fifty states. Use it if you think a person moved to Lapeer County from another state and may have a prior registration obligation elsewhere. For registry-specific questions, the MSP maintains a contact form at mspsor.com.

Cities in Lapeer County

Lapeer County does not have any cities that meet the population threshold for a dedicated page on this site. The city of Lapeer is the county seat, and other communities include North Branch and Imlay City. To search for sex offenders in any Lapeer County community, use the Michigan Public Sex Offender Registry at mspsor.com and filter by county or enter a specific zip code or address.

Nearby Counties

Lapeer County sits in Michigan's Thumb region and borders several other counties. Registry information for neighboring counties is available through the links below.