Pine County Arrest Records

In Pine County, the Sheriff's Office and other law enforcement agencies create arrest records when they arrest and detain individuals. These documents contain personal information, the reasons for arrests, booking details, and terms for releasing the arrested persons. According to Sections 629.34 and 629.40 of the Minnesota Statutes, peace officers may arrest individuals when they witness crimes or attempted crimes or have reasonable cause to believe that specific individuals committed arrestable offenses.

After arrests, the Pine County Sheriff's Office, municipal police departments, and other local law enforcement agencies detain arrestees at the Pine County Jail; this facility houses pre-trial detainees and convicts serving short-term prison terms. Pine criminal trials begin with information from Pine County arrest records, which may be accessible as part of Pine County court records.

Are Arrest Records Public in Pine County?

Yes, arrest records are public in Pine County. The Minnesota Government Data Practices Act (MGDPA) grants access to Pine County arrest records and other official documents in the custody of government agencies and their employees. However, the MGDPA exempts access to some arrest records. Under the MGDPA, the public cannot access Pine County arrest records relating to:

• Juvenile crimes
• Sealed or expunged cases
• Ongoing investigations
• Medical or mental health details
• Victim, witness, or informant information
• Domestic abuse or sexual assault cases.

Access to exempted Pine County arrest records is limited to the subjects of the documents and authorized individuals. Information seekers seeking to access Pine County arrest records should call, mail, or visit the Pine County Sheriff's Office at:

635 Northridge Drive NW, Suite 100,
Pine City,
MN 55063
Phone: (320) 629-8380
Fax: (320) 629-8392

Pine County Arrest Statistics

According to the FBI, the Pine County Sheriff's Office reported over 1,500 arrests to the Uniform Crime Reporting database between January 1, 2023, and January 1, 2025. Within this timeframe, 1,100 males and 415 females were arrested for various offenses within the County. The table below shows Pine County arrests from January 1, 2023, to January 1, 2025.

Data source: FBI UCR database.

Find Pine County Arrest Records

For information about Pine County arrests, download the Pine County Jail Inmate Roster PDF and access arrest records through Pine County's current inmate details. Conversely, send a mail request to the Pine County Sheriff's Office or visit them at:

635 Northridge Drive NW, Suite 100,
Pine City,
MN 55063
Phone: (320) 629-8380
Fax: (320) 629-8392

Pine County arrest records are also accessible through criminal history checks. Information seekers should log into the Minnesota Public Criminal History Search Portal and search for Pine County arrest records by name through criminal histories.

Also, Pine County arrest records may be accessible as part of Pine County criminal case records. To access Pine County criminal case-related arrest records, log into the Minnesota Court Records Online (MCRO) portal and perform name-based searches for Pine County arrest records through criminal records. Alternatively, call, mail, or visit the Pine County District Court at:

635 Northridge Drive NW,
Pine City,
MN 55063
Phone: (320) 591-1500

Pine County Arrest Records Vs. Criminal Records

Although Pine County arrest records may be part of Pine County criminal records, they are distinct documents. The differences between Pine County arrest and criminal records vary across content, creation, impacts, and legal consequences.

Pine County arrest records are official law enforcement documents that outline the details surrounding the apprehension and detention of individuals for arrestable offenses. These documents contain personal details of the individuals involved, the allegations leading to their arrests, booking information, and the terms for their release. Legally, arrest records do not confirm guilt or innocence, and depending on the outcome of their underlying offenses, they may carry no significant consequences for their owners.

In comparison, Pine County criminal records are court-generated documents detailing individuals' interactions with the Pine County criminal justice system. These records include documentation of criminal case trials within the Pine County District Court. Unlike arrest records, a Pine County criminal record is a legal confirmation of a guilty verdict in criminal proceedings. Possessing criminal records may influence opportunities for employment, housing, and relationships, and may also affect social standings.

How Long Do Arrests Stay on Your Record?

In Pine County, arrest information stays on records permanently. However, Sections 609A and 299C.11 of the Minnesota Statutes grant individuals the right to petition the expunction or destruction of their arrest records if they fulfill the eligibility criteria. The following conditions apply to expungement or destruction of arrest records in Pine County:

For the destruction of Pine County arrest records, owners may petition the Pine County District Court if:

• There were no charges
• The arrests resulted in dismissals before complaints or indictments
• The owners of the arrest records had no gross misdemeanor or felony convictions within the previous ten years
• The petitioners did not participate in diversion programs related to their arrests

For expungement of Pine County arrest records, interested individuals may apply through the Pine County District Court if:

• There were no charges, or the arrests resulted in dismissals
• The offense is eligible under the Minnesota expungement law
• The owners of the arrest records remain law-abiding in subsequent years after their arrests.

Also, according to Section 609A.015 of the Minnesota Statutes, there is automatic expungement for Pine County arrest records that result in dismissals or acquittals.

Pine County Arrest Warrants

Pine County arrest warrants are legal authorization issued by the Pine County District Court empowering law enforcement to take specific individuals into custody. In Pine County, judges of the District Court will issue arrest warrants to prosecutors and peace officers if they prove probable cause that individuals have committed criminal acts. The Pine County District Court also issues arrest warrants if individuals disregard court orders, fail to appear for hearings where they are suspects, or violate the terms of their parole or probation.
A Pine arrest warrant contains the following details:

• Full name, known aliases, and physical description of the wanted person
• Charges and sections of the Minnesota Statutes allegedly violated
• Date of issuance
• Name and signature of the issuing judge
• Orders to peace officers to arrest the subject of the warrant
• Instructions on the execution of the warrant.

Do Pine County Arrest Warrants Expire?

No, Pine County arrest warrants remain active and enforceable until enforcement apprehends the wanted persons or the Pine County District Court cancels or revokes them. However, several factors may affect the validity of Pine County arrest warrants, including inaccurate or deceptive information, administrative mistakes, and improper execution. Additionally, the statute of limitations defines the time limits for issuing arrest warrants. Prosecutors must file charges against offenders within the limitation periods. Furthermore, a Pine County arrest warrant becomes void upon the death of the subject.

Expunge Pine County Arrest Records

The following steps outline how to petition the Pine County District Court to expunge or destroy arrest records:

Destruction of Pine County arrest records:

• Confirm if the arrest records are eligible for destruction
• Send a written request for the destruction of the arrest record to the Pine County Sheriff's Office, Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA), and any other agency with direct involvement in the arrest record (the request should include arrest date, charges, and case number (if applicable)
• Wait for the agencies to review the request to determine if the arrest record qualifies for destruction.

For Expungement of Pine County arrest records:

• Confirm eligibility for expunction
• Visit the Minnesota Judicial Branch Court Forms Page, and download and thoroughly review the Petitioner's Instructions for Expungement (Sealing) of Criminal Records PDF (EXP 101)
• Download and complete the Expungement Petition and Notice of Hearing (EXP 102), Proposed Order Forms (EXP 103) if the arrest involves a victim, and Proof of Service (EXP 104)
• Depending on the outcome of the arrest, also download the appropriate outcome-specific Sealing/Expunging of Records Forms from any of the following:
  • EXP 105 for cases resulting in acquittal
  • EXP 106 for cases involving diversion programs or stay of adjudication
  • EXP 107 for other specific circumstances outlined in EXP 101

• File a petition for expungement at the Pine County District Court at:

  Pine County Courthouse
  635 Northridge Dr NW,
  Pine City,
  MN 55063

• Pay all applicable fees
• After completing the Notice of Hearing and Petition for Expungement (Form EXP 102) and the Proposed Order for each set of records (Form EXP 105, 106, or 107), Send copies of them to the Pine County Attorney, Minnesota Attorney General's Office, the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, and the arresting law enforcement agency
• Attend a court hearing relating to the petition
• If the petition is successful, the judge will order the relevant agencies to expunge the arrest record.