Chisago County Arrest Records

In Chisago County, an arrest occurs when a law enforcement officer apprehends and takes an alleged offender into custody. Under state laws, peace officers may arrest individuals in the county if authorized by arrest warrants. Also, they may execute arrests without warrants under any of the following conditions:

• When an offense or attempted offense occurs in the presence of the officer
• When a person commits a felony, regardless of whether the officer witnesses it
• When the officer has reasonable cause to believe the arrestee committed a felony
• When the individual to be arrested is charged upon probable cause

Individuals arrested in Chisago County may be booked at the Chisago County Jail, during which arrest records are usually created. The Sheriff's Office oversees the corrections facility and creates records of arrest incidents within county borders. Such arrest-related information may be found in Chisago County court records or rap sheets managed by the Department of Public Safety (DPS).

Are Arrest Records Public in Chisago County?

Yes, arrest records are considered public in Chisago County under the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act (Minnesota Statutes Chapter 13). This Act grants members of the public rights to access arrest records maintained by custodians.

Unless authorized by the court, the following arrest records and information are exempt from public disclosure by state laws or court orders:

• Juvenile records
• Medical records
• Sealed arrest information
• Adoption records
• Certain information about witnesses and victims

What Do Public Arrest Records Contain?

Typical public arrest records in Chisago County contain the following information:

• Arrestee’s information, such as name, physical attributes, and birth date
• Alleged offense for the arrest
• Mug shot
• Arresting agency
• Data and time of the arrest
• The location of the arrest

Chisago County Arrest Statistics

According to arrest statistics from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program, 452 arrests were made in Chisago County in 2023. About 73% of the arrestees were male, while 27% were female. Also, peace officers in the county made 125 DUI arrests, 75 simple assault arrests, and 55 arrests for drug-related offenses.

Find Chisago County Arrest Records

Chisago County arrest records are accessible in inmate records maintained by various levels of government agencies. For instance, the Sheriff’s Office maintains records of arrests made by its office, which may be accessed by contacting the office directly or using the Jail Inmate Search tool.

The Minnesota Department of Corrections (MNDOC) is another essential resource for looking up inmate records and arrest-related information in Chisago County. The MNDOC provides a searchable database for accessing inmate information using different search criteria. Users can search for inmates by selecting the name or MNDOC Offender ID criteria and entering the necessary details.

In addition, anyone can look up information on inmates, including details or arrests, in the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) custody through the inmate locator search tool using their names or prison identification numbers. The database provides access to information on federal inmates incarcerated as far back as 1982.

Free Arrest Record Search in Chisago County

The following online resources can be used to search for arrest records in Chisago County for free:

• Chisago Sheriff’s Office Jail Inmate Search
• MN DOC Inmate Search Portal
• Federal Bureau of Prisons Inmate Locator

In addition, record seekers may perform free arrest record searches in Chisago County using third-party sites. Users may search public arrest reports using names or other available criteria.

Chisago County Arrest Records Vs. Criminal Records

Chisago County arrest and criminal records may contain similar information but are different types of records. Generally, arrest records document events where individuals are taken into custody by law enforcement officers, while criminal records contain the criminal histories of offenders.

Arrest records are solely created by law enforcement officers/agencies and typically include the arrestees’ information and facts about the incidents. On the other hand, Chisago County criminal records are created and managed by several custodians, including the courts, prosecutors, and the Department of Safety. While arrest records do not provide information on the guilt or innocence of the arrestees, criminal records may include the outcome of criminal cases, such as sentences imposed by the court.

How Long Do Arrests Stay on Your Record?

In Chisago County, arrests may stay on an individual’s record indefinitely. However, eligible persons may petition to have them sealed or expunged.

Expunge Chisago County Arrest Records

Individuals may request to expunge arrest records in Chisago County if they are eligible under MN Statutes Section 299C.11. An arrest qualifies for expungement under the following circumstances:

• If the arrest did not result in any criminal charge
• If the case resulting from the arrest was dismissed with no criminal complaint
• The charges were dismissed before the determination of probable cause
• The prosecutors chose not to press charges, and a grand jury did not issue an indictment
• The individual did not participate in a diversion program following the arrest

Also, the arrestee must not have any felony or gross misdemeanor conviction within ten years before the arrest.

Qualified persons can apply for expungement by sending a written request to the law enforcement agencies with custody of the arrest record. This may include the Chisago County Sheriff’s Office and the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA).

The Minnesota Judicial Branch offers several resources, including sample letters, for individuals to expunge their arrest records.

Chisago County Arrest Warrants

In Chisago County, judges issue legal documents known as arrest warrants, which direct peace officers to apprehend individuals suspected of committing offenses and take them into custody. Before a warrant is issued, probable cause must be established that the individual to be arrested committed an offense. By law, probable cause is determined through complaints, sworn testimonies, and any supporting documents provided by law enforcement officers or prosecutors. These documents typically contain the facts of the incident and evidence that shows probable cause.

A valid Chisago County arrest warrant contains the following details:

• The name of the individual to be arrested
• Aliases or physical descriptions of the individual when the name is unknown
• Offense charged in the complaint
• Bail amount
• Conditions for release
• Warrant number
• Date of issuance of the warrant

Do Chisago County Arrest Warrants Expire?

In Chisago County, arrest warrants do not expire. If they are not executed, they will remain outstanding unless quashed/recalled by a judge.