Find Duluth Arrest Records
Duluth arrest records are public records and are handled by the Duluth Police Department. With about 87,000 residents, Duluth is the fourth-largest city in Minnesota and sits in St. Louis County on the western tip of Lake Superior. The DPD is the third-largest municipal police department in the state and follows the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act for all public data requests. Requests for arrest records, incident reports, and other public safety data go through the police department or the city clerk. This page covers how to request Duluth arrest records and what online tools are available.
Duluth Quick Facts
Duluth Police Department
The Duluth Police Department is one of the largest municipal police agencies in Minnesota. It has about 158 authorized police officers and 40 support staff, with a 2025 operating budget of approximately $29.2 million. The DPD runs three main divisions: Patrol, Investigative, and Administrative. The department is also nationally recognized for its community policing programs and focus on partnerships with local organizations.
For public data requests, the DPD follows the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act. Requests can be submitted directly to the department at its headquarters on 2nd Ave E or through the City Clerk's Office. The non-emergency line at 218-730-5400 can direct you to the right contact for specific records requests. You can also reach the department by email at police@duluthmn.gov.
| Department | Duluth Police Department (DPD) |
|---|---|
| Address | 2030 N 2nd Ave E, Duluth, MN 55812 |
| Non-Emergency | 218-730-5400 |
| police@duluthmn.gov | |
| Website | Duluth Police Department |
The DPD website at duluthmn.gov/police is the main entry point for department information, news, and contact details. For data requests, call the department or email them to ask which process applies to the type of record you need.
The Duluth Police Department website provides information on the department's services, community programs, and how to contact them for records requests.
This page links to department resources, community policing programs, and contact information for the records unit in Duluth.
How to Get Duluth Arrest Records
Duluth arrest records are public data under state law. To request them, contact the Duluth Police Department or the City Clerk's Office. The DPD processes requests under the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act and can help you identify the right form or process for the type of record you want.
For body-worn camera footage, the DPD follows specific data practices rules under the MGDPA. Body camera data tied to a specific person can be requested by that individual, but third-party requests may have additional restrictions. Call the non-emergency line at 218-730-5400 or email police@duluthmn.gov to ask about specific request types before submitting.
Standard copying fees apply for printed or electronic records. The department does not publish a fixed fee schedule on its website, so it is best to ask when you submit your request. Most requests are handled within a reasonable timeframe. Complex or large requests may take longer.
For inmate and custody information, the St. Louis County Jail in Duluth handles bookings for the area. Jail records are separate from police department records. Call the St. Louis County Jail at 218-726-2345 to check on custody status or get booking information. The jail is located at 4334 Haines Road, Duluth, MN 55811.
Note: Duluth police records requests can also be submitted through the City Clerk's Office if you are unsure which department to contact. The clerk can direct your request to the right office.
Online Tools for Duluth Arrest Records
The Duluth Police Department publishes annual reports and crime statistics through its website. While the city doesn't have a real-time crime mapping tool, aggregate data is available and the department shares crime statistics through community policing efforts and annual reporting.
For court case records tied to Duluth arrests, use the free Minnesota Court Records Online (MCRO) system. Duluth is in St. Louis County, so MCRO covers 6th Judicial District cases including those from Duluth. Search by name or case number to find case status and docket activity.
The BCA Criminal History System provides statewide criminal history data for named individuals. It covers Duluth arrests along with records from law enforcement agencies across Minnesota. A fee applies for individual history searches through the BCA.
The VINELink system lets you check the custody status of someone held in the St. Louis County jail. You can register for notifications when someone's custody status changes. This is a free service available statewide.
St. Louis County Jail and Booking Records
The St. Louis County Jail serves as the main booking facility for Duluth and the surrounding region. When someone is arrested in Duluth, they are typically taken to this facility for processing. The jail is at 4334 Haines Road, Duluth, and can be reached at 218-726-2345.
Booking records and inmate custody information are maintained by the St. Louis County Sheriff's Office. The sheriff's office is a separate agency from the Duluth Police Department, so inmate information goes through the county, not the city. You can check on someone's custody status by calling the jail or visiting the St. Louis County Sheriff's website.
The Duluth Police Department handles city-level arrest records and incident reports. The county jail handles booking, custody, and inmate records after an arrest leads to detention. For a complete picture of an arrest from initial contact through detention, you may need records from both the DPD and St. Louis County.
Use VINELink to look up current custody status and sign up for automated notifications about custody changes at the St. Louis County facility.
State Resources for Duluth Arrest Records
State-level tools give you access to criminal history and court data beyond what the DPD maintains at the city level.
The BCA Criminal History System is the statewide database for criminal records in Minnesota. It includes Duluth arrests and covers charges and dispositions from across the state. A fee applies for individual searches.
The Minnesota Court Records Online (MCRO) system covers St. Louis County District Court cases for free. Cases from Duluth arrests that go to court appear in MCRO. You can search by name and see case status, charges, and scheduled hearings.
The Minnesota DOC offender locator shows current state prison inmates and people on supervised release. If a Duluth case led to a state sentence, the offender locator can show where that person is currently held.
St. Louis County Arrest Records
Duluth is the county seat of St. Louis County, the largest county by area in Minnesota. The St. Louis County Sheriff's Office handles jail operations, inmate records, and law enforcement across the broader county. For county-level arrest records, booking data, and related resources beyond the city of Duluth, visit the St. Louis County arrest records page.
Nearby Cities
Other major Minnesota cities maintain their own police departments and arrest records systems.