Detroit, MI Detroit Reentry Center (DRC) View
Detroit Reentry Center (DRC) is a state correctional and reentry facility in Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan. It is operated by the Michigan Department of Corrections, not the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office. The facility generally holds adult inmates in state custody, including sentenced prisoners and individuals assigned for reentry programming or parole-related custody. It is not typically used as the main local jail for newly arrested pretrial detainees. Its role is to provide secure custody, supervision, and transition services for eligible inmates as part of Michigan’s state corrections system.
Contact and Location Information
How to Find an Inmate at Detroit Reentry Center (DRC)
To find an inmate here, use the official inmate search link listed on this page. Public inmate rosters or offender search tools typically show a person’s name, identification number, booking or admission date when available, charges or offense information, location, and custody status. Because this is a state-operated facility, records may appear through the Michigan Department of Corrections search system rather than a county jail roster. New records usually take several hours to process and may not appear immediately after arrival, transfer, or booking. If you cannot find the person right away, check again later or contact the facility or the appropriate court for current custody information.
FAQs
How do I visit an inmate at Detroit Reentry Center (DRC)?
Visiting usually requires approval in advance and must follow Michigan Department of Corrections rules. Check the facility’s current visiting schedule and instructions before you go, because hours and visit types can change.
What do I need to bring when visiting Detroit Reentry Center (DRC)?
Bring a valid government-issued photo ID, such as a driver’s license, state ID, or passport. Visitors should follow the dress code and only bring items allowed by the facility.
How do I make phone or video calls with an inmate?
Inmates usually cannot receive incoming calls, but they may be able to place outgoing calls through the approved phone provider. Video visits or remote communication may be available if offered by the facility and the approved vendor.
How do I send mail to an inmate?
Use the inmate’s full name and identification number on all mail, and send it to the mailing address listed for the facility. Mail is inspected, and items such as cash, prohibited materials, or unapproved enclosures may be rejected.
How does the commissary work?
Commissary allows inmates to buy approved items such as snacks, hygiene products, and writing supplies. Family or friends may be able to add funds through the approved deposit system used by the facility.
How is bail set and how do I post bond at Detroit Reentry Center (DRC)?
Because this is a state correctional facility, bail or bond is usually not handled here for inmates already in state custody. If the person has a pending court case, contact the court or the county jail that handled the arrest for bond instructions.
What happens during the intake process at Detroit Reentry Center (DRC) and when will the inmate appear in the system?
During intake, staff confirm identity, review paperwork, complete screening, assign housing, and enter custody information into the system. Records often take several hours to become searchable and may not appear immediately after transfer or arrival.