Itasca County Arrest Records
Itasca County arrest records are maintained by the Itasca County Sheriff's Office in Grand Rapids, Minnesota. The sheriff handles bookings, the inmate roster, and records requests for the county. This page covers how to find current inmates, look up warrant information, and request official copies of arrest records from the sheriff's office and related state systems.
Itasca County Overview
Itasca County Sheriff's Office
The Itasca County Sheriff's Office is based in Grand Rapids, the county seat in north-central Minnesota. Sheriff Joe Dasovich, elected in 2022, leads the department. The office handles patrol operations, jail services, records, and warrants for the county. Itasca County covers a large geographic area that includes many lakes, forests, and rural communities spread across the region.
The main sheriff's office address is 108 NE 5th Street in Grand Rapids. The county courthouse sits nearby at 123 NE 4th Street. You can reach the office by phone at 218-326-3477 or toll-free at 800-422-0312. The fax number is 218-327-4160. For general county website issues, the helpdesk email is helpdesk@co.itasca.mn.us. Staff can point you to the right division for arrest records, inmate lookup, or warrant questions. The sheriff's office page is at co.itasca.mn.us/223/Sheriffs-Office.
| Sheriff's Office Address | 108 NE 5th Street Grand Rapids, MN 55744 |
|---|---|
| County Courthouse | 123 NE 4th Street Grand Rapids, MN 55744 |
| Phone | 218-326-3477 |
| Toll Free | 800-422-0312 |
| Fax | 218-327-4160 |
| Website | co.itasca.mn.us - Sheriff's Office |
The screenshot below is from the Itasca County main website at co.itasca.mn.us, which connects you to the sheriff's office and related county services.
The county site links to the sheriff's office, department directories, forms, and public safety resources for Itasca County.
Itasca County Inmate Roster
The Itasca County Sheriff's Office maintains an inmate roster showing who is in custody at the county jail. The roster is accessible through the sheriff's website. Booking data typically includes the person's name, charges, arrest date, and current custody status. This is the fastest way to check if someone has been booked into the Itasca County Jail.
Arrest records in Itasca County follow standard Minnesota data practices. A typical booking record includes the full legal name, date of birth, physical description, charges with statute numbers, arrest date and time, booking number, bond or bail status, and court case information. Some records also include a booking photo. Under Minn. Stat. § 13.82, the core details of an arrest are public data in Minnesota. The name, arrest date, charges, and arresting agency are generally available to anyone who asks. The sheriff's office handles these requests during regular business hours. Some records may be restricted when they involve active investigations or juvenile matters.
The screenshot below is from the Itasca County Sheriff's Office page, which includes links to the inmate roster and other public safety resources in the county.
The sheriff's office page is the starting point for inmate searches, arrest record requests, and warrant inquiries in Itasca County.
Note: The Itasca County website requires JavaScript to be enabled in your browser to access the full inmate roster and other interactive features.
Warrant Search in Itasca County
Warrants in Itasca County are processed through the sheriff's office and the 9th Judicial District Court. To check whether a warrant is active, contact the sheriff's office directly at 218-326-3477. Court warrant activity may also appear through the Minnesota Court Records Online system at publicaccess.courts.state.mn.us. Warrant information is public data under Minn. Stat. § 13.82.
The Itasca County Sheriff's website also includes access to the local sex offenders map, which is a separate public safety resource the office maintains. If you have questions about a specific warrant or need to verify whether one exists, calling the non-emergency line at 218-326-3477 is the most direct option. Staff can tell you what information is available and how to get it. Tips related to wanted individuals can also be submitted through the online forms available at co.itasca.mn.us Quick Links.
How to Get Itasca County Arrest Records
To get official copies of Itasca County arrest records, submit a request to the sheriff's records division. Requests can be made in person at 108 NE 5th Street in Grand Rapids or by mail to the same address. The county also has an online form center at co.itasca.mn.us - Sheriff's Department Forms, which includes forms related to department services. Contact the office by phone before submitting to confirm exactly what form or process is needed for your specific request.
When making a request, include the full name of the person, the approximate date of arrest, and any known case number. This helps staff find the right record quickly. Standard Minnesota data practices fees apply for copies. The office will let you know the cost before processing. Most requests are handled during weekday business hours. There is no specific online records request portal listed for the sheriff's office, so phone or in-person contact is the best first step.
The screenshot below shows the dedicated Itasca County Sheriff's website, which provides an additional access point for department information and public safety resources.
The dedicated sheriff's website at sheriff.itascacountymn.gov includes community communication tools and links to department services.
The screenshot below shows the inmate search page on the dedicated sheriff's website, where you can look up people currently held at the Itasca County Jail.
The inmate search at sheriff.itascacountymn.gov/inmateSearch lets you check current bookings at the Itasca County Jail directly online.
Minnesota Statewide Resources
Several Minnesota state systems hold arrest and criminal history data that can supplement what you find through Itasca County. These tools cover records from all 87 counties and are free to use.
The Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) runs the state's public criminal history search. You can look up arrests, charges, and case outcomes by name. The BCA database includes disposition data when cases have closed and covers records going back many years. Results may show prior arrests and charges from multiple Minnesota counties.
Minnesota Court Records Online at publicaccess.courts.state.mn.us is the free public system for searching court cases statewide. Itasca County cases fall under the 9th Judicial District. Search by name or case number to find charges, hearing dates, and outcomes. VINELink at vinelink.com provides custody alerts and lets you track whether someone is still held at the Itasca County Jail. The Minnesota Department of Corrections offender locator at coms.doc.state.mn.us covers people in state prison or on supervised release throughout Minnesota.
Cities in Itasca County
Itasca County includes Grand Rapids as the county seat along with a number of smaller communities. Arrests anywhere in the county are processed through the Itasca County Sheriff's Office, and bookings go to the county jail in Grand Rapids.
Communities in Itasca County include Grand Rapids, Deer River, Cohasset, Bigfork, Nashwauk, Pengilly, Marble, and others spread across the county. None of these communities meet the population threshold for a dedicated city arrest records page. All arrests in Itasca County route through the sheriff's booking and records system.
Nearby Counties
These counties share borders with Itasca County. Each operates its own jail and arrest records system.