Search Wabasha County Arrest Records

Wabasha County arrest records are maintained by the Wabasha County Sheriff's Office in Wabasha, Minnesota. The county provides a PDF inmate roster that you can access through the jail's website. The sheriff's office handles all bookings, warrant enforcement, and public records requests for the county. This page explains how to find Wabasha County arrest records, how to check the jail roster, and how to reach the sheriff's office and statewide resources.

Wabasha County Sheriff's Office

The Wabasha County Sheriff's Office is at 848 17th Street East in Wabasha. Sheriff Rodney L. Bartsh leads the department. The office provides patrol services, handles arrests and bookings, manages the county jail, and enforces warrants. The sheriff's office runs specialized units including ATV and boat patrol, Traffic Safety Unit (TZD), Safe and Sober enforcement, Emergency Response Team (ERT), and a K-9 Narcotics unit.

The jail sits at Suite 2 of the same address, 848 17th Street East. Jail Administrator Brenda Balow manages daily jail operations. Programs Coordinator Michael Timm handles work release and inmate programs. The jail phone is (651) 560-1004. Brenda Balow can be reached at (651) 560-1001. The court administration office for the 3rd Judicial District, which includes Wabasha County, is reachable at (651) 412-8627.

The screenshot below shows the Wabasha County Sheriff's Office page, which covers services, staff contacts, and links to arrest record and jail resources.

The sheriff's page is the primary starting point for arrest and custody searches in Wabasha County.

Wabasha County Jail Roster

The Wabasha County jail page at co.wabasha.mn.us/jail includes a link to the current Inmate Jail Roster in PDF format. The roster is updated regularly and lists people currently held at the Wabasha County Criminal Justice Center. To view it, visit the jail page and click the Inmate Jail Roster link. The PDF shows names and basic booking information for current inmates.

If you need to confirm custody status and cannot access the PDF, call the jail at (651) 560-1004. Jail Administrator Brenda Balow or on-duty staff can answer questions about a specific person in custody. You can also reach Programs Coordinator Michael Timm at (651) 560-1008 for questions about work release or inmate programs.

Mail sent to inmates goes to: Inmate's Full Name and ID, Wabasha County Criminal Justice Center, 848 17th St East Suite 2, Wabasha, MN 55981. This address confirms the physical location of the jail within the county's law enforcement complex.

The screenshot below shows the Wabasha County jail information page, which includes the roster link and details about jail policies and services.

The jail page covers how to access the inmate roster, visitation rules, and how to reach jail staff for custody and arrest record inquiries.

For statewide custody tracking, VINELink covers the Wabasha County Jail and all facilities across Minnesota.

Note: The PDF roster reflects current custody. If someone was booked and released recently, they may not appear. Call (651) 565-3361 to check on someone not listed on the current roster.

Active Warrants in Wabasha County

Active warrants in Wabasha County are tracked and served by the sheriff's office. Under Minn. Stat. § 13.82, warrant data is public. The existence of a warrant, the issuing court, and the charges it covers must be disclosed when requested. Call (651) 565-3361 to ask about a specific warrant by name.

The 3rd Judicial District court records for Wabasha County are also searchable through Minnesota Court Records Online. If a warrant was issued by the court, it typically shows in the MCRO case docket. This can tell you whether a warrant is still active or has been recalled. The court administration line for the 3rd District is (651) 412-8627 if you need help from the court side.

How to Get Wabasha County Arrest Records

Arrest records at the Wabasha County Sheriff's Office are public data under Minn. Stat. § 13.82. The law says agencies must release the name of the arrested person, the time and date of the arrest, the location, and the charges. Booking photos are also public in most cases. Some records may be limited if a case involves juveniles or sealed files.

You can request records by calling (651) 565-3361 or visiting the sheriff's office at 848 17th Street East in Wabasha during business hours. Written requests by mail are also accepted. Include the subject's full name, the approximate date of arrest if you know it, and what records you need. Add your name and contact information. The office will reply with the records or a written explanation if any portion is restricted.

Copy fees follow Minnesota's standard data practices fee schedule under Minn. Stat. § 13.03. Viewing records in person is usually free. Printed copies carry a per-page cost. For court records, use MCRO or contact the 3rd District Court directly.

Minnesota Statewide Arrest Resources

State systems provide arrest and criminal history data that covers Wabasha County alongside the rest of Minnesota. Use these when county records don't have enough detail or when arrests span multiple counties.

The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) maintains the state public criminal history database. A name search there returns arrest dates, charges, and case dispositions from courts across the state. The BCA also processes certified background check requests.

Minnesota Court Records Online at publicaccess.courts.state.mn.us covers the 3rd Judicial District, which includes Wabasha County. Search by name or case number. VINELink tracks custody at the Wabasha County facility and jails statewide. The Minnesota DOC viewer at coms.doc.state.mn.us covers people serving state prison sentences.

The screenshot below shows the Wabasha County main website, which is the entry point for county department links and public records access.

The main county website at co.wabasha.mn.us links to the sheriff, jail, and other departments where arrest records are held.

Nearby Counties

Wabasha County is in southeastern Minnesota along the Mississippi River. These neighboring counties each maintain their own sheriff and arrest record systems.