Brown County Arrest Records Lookup
Brown County arrest records are kept by the Brown County Sheriff's Office and Jail in New Ulm, Minnesota. The sheriff operates a searchable online jail roster database that includes photos, charges, statute references, and bond amounts for current inmates. This level of detail makes Brown County's online system one of the more comprehensive in the region. For official copies of arrest records or documents not available online, you contact the sheriff's office directly. This page explains how to search Brown County arrest records and what resources are available.
Brown County Overview
Brown County Sheriff's Office
The Brown County Sheriff's Office and Jail are located at 15 S. Washington St. in New Ulm. The sheriff handles all law enforcement functions for the county including patrol, civil process, warrants, and records. New Ulm is the county seat and the largest city in Brown County. The office serves the surrounding rural area as well.
The Brown County Sheriff's Office runs its own dedicated website at brownso.org in addition to the main county website. The sheriff's site is where you'll find the jail roster and other law enforcement resources. Both the main phone number and the separate jail line are available during business hours and for emergencies. Staff can help with records requests and direct you to the right resources.
| Address | 15 S. Washington St. New Ulm, MN 56073 |
|---|---|
| Sheriff's Phone | (507) 233-6700 |
| Jail Phone | (507) 233-6775 |
| Fax | (507) 359-1524 |
| Sheriff's Website | brownso.org |
| County Website | co.brown.mn.us |
| Jail Roster | brownso.org - Jail Roster |
Brown County Jail Roster
The Brown County Sheriff's Office maintains a searchable jail roster on its website. You can access it at brownso.org/agency-data/jail-roster/. The database includes photos, charge descriptions, statute reference numbers, and bond amounts for each person currently in custody. This is one of the more detailed public jail rosters in southern Minnesota.
The level of detail in the Brown County jail roster makes it easier to confirm who is in custody and what they are charged with. You can see the statute numbers for each charge, which lets you look up the exact law that applies. The bond amount listed reflects what the court set at the initial appearance. Having all of this in one place saves time compared to making multiple phone calls.
The screenshot below shows the Brown County Sheriff's Office jail roster page, which displays detailed inmate booking data including photos and charges.
The jail roster at brownso.org is updated to reflect current custody and provides detailed booking information for each person in the Brown County Jail.
Note: The jail roster reflects current custody. If someone was recently booked or released, there may be a brief lag before the roster reflects the change. Call the jail at (507) 233-6775 to confirm status if needed.
Brown County Arrest Warrants
Warrant information in Brown County is public under Minn. Stat. § 13.82. The sheriff's office tracks active warrants for the county. To ask about a warrant, call the main office at (507) 233-6700 during business hours. Staff can confirm whether an active warrant exists under a given name and help you figure out next steps.
You can also check Minnesota Court Records Online at publicaccess.courts.state.mn.us for open cases with warrant activity. Brown County falls under the 5th Judicial District. If a court issued a warrant on a case, it may show in the MCRO system as part of the case docket.
The screenshot below shows the Brown County Sheriff's Office main website, which is the hub for law enforcement records and services in the county.
The sheriff's office website at brownso.org provides access to the jail roster and other public records tools for Brown County.
Requesting Brown County Arrest Records
Brown County arrest records are public data under Minn. Stat. § 13.82. The sheriff's office must provide basic arrest information to anyone who requests it. That includes the name of the person, the date and time of arrest, the charges filed, and the arresting agency.
To request records, call the sheriff's office at (507) 233-6700 or visit in person at 15 S. Washington St. in New Ulm. Written requests by mail are also accepted. Describe what you need clearly: the person's full name, the date of arrest if you know it, and what specific records or documents you are asking for. Include your contact information so the office can reach you.
Fees for copies may apply under Minn. Stat. § 13.03. The office can tell you what the current rate is. Juvenile records and files tied to active investigations may be restricted. If any part of your request is denied, the office must state the legal reason.
The screenshot below shows the Brown County main website, which provides links to the sheriff's office and public safety services.
The county website connects you to the sheriff's office and other Brown County government resources.
Minnesota Statewide Resources
The state maintains several tools that can provide arrest and criminal history data for Brown County and all other Minnesota counties. These are all free to access.
The Minnesota BCA public criminal history search at chs.state.mn.us gives statewide coverage. You can search by name and get arrest records, charges, and dispositions from Brown County along with any other Minnesota counties. Minnesota Court Records Online at publicaccess.courts.state.mn.us covers Brown County cases under the 5th Judicial District.
VINELink at vinelink.com allows you to set up custody notifications for individuals held at the Brown County Jail. The DOC offender locator at coms.doc.state.mn.us tracks people serving state sentences following a Brown County conviction.
Nearby Counties
These counties are near Brown County in southern Minnesota. Each operates its own jail and arrest records system.