Search Anoka County Criminal History
Anoka County criminal history records are available through the Sheriff's Office, the District Court, and several online tools the county provides directly. The county is in the 10th Judicial District and serves roughly 360,000 residents north of the Twin Cities. You can search criminal cases, look up active warrants, find inmate status, and request court records without leaving your computer. This page covers each of those tools and where to go if you need something more specific.
Anoka County Overview
Anoka County Sheriff and Criminal History Search
The Anoka County Sheriff's Office is headquartered at 13301 Hanson Boulevard NW in Andover. The main line is (763) 324-5000. The Sheriff handles law enforcement across the county and maintains records on arrests and criminal incidents. If you have questions about a specific person's criminal record or arrest history, the Sheriff's Office is a good starting point. Staff can confirm basic information and direct you to the right resources.
Anoka County offers several online tools that are more convenient than calling in most cases. The county's Court Records page gives direct access to case records. The Inmate Locator lets you search for people currently in custody. And the Public Data Request form lets you request records officially if you need something more formal. These tools are all free to use.
Under Minn. Stat. § 13.82, arrest data is public in Minnesota. The Sheriff's Office can release arrest records, the time of arrest, charges, and other basic facts. Some information may be held back if releasing it would harm an active case.
The Anoka County Sheriff's Office website is shown below, where you can access the department's tools and resources for criminal history.
Visit the Anoka County Sheriff's website to find contact info, inmate search tools, and record request options.
Anoka County District Court Criminal Records
The Anoka County District Court is at 2100 3rd Avenue in Anoka and can be reached at (763) 760-6700. The court is part of Minnesota's 10th Judicial District. All criminal cases filed in Anoka County go through this court. The court administrator keeps the full case files, including charges, hearing dates, orders, and final dispositions. You can request records in person or through the court's online tools.
Minnesota Court Records Online (MCRO) is the state's free public portal for court case data. You can search Anoka County criminal cases by name or case number at publicaccess.courts.state.mn.us. The system shows charges, case status, and docket events. MCRO does not always show the full file, but it gives you enough to confirm a case exists and see basic facts about it. Sealed records and juvenile cases are excluded.
| Court | Anoka County District Court - 10th Judicial District |
|---|---|
| Address | 2100 3rd Avenue, Anoka, MN 55303 |
| Phone | (763) 760-6700 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Website | mncourts.gov - Anoka County |
The District Court page on the Minnesota Courts website is shown below with Anoka-specific contact info and links.
Go to the Anoka County court page on mncourts.gov for court hours, forms, and other resources.
Anoka County Inmate Locator and Jail Search
Anoka County has two jail facilities: the main jail and a workhouse. The jail line is (763) 324-5400, and the workhouse is at (763) 324-4700. Anoka County provides a free online Inmate Locator on its website. You can search by name to see if someone is currently in custody. The tool shows basic booking information and custody status. It is updated regularly and does not require an account to use.
VINE Link is another option. This free national service tracks inmate custody status and lets you sign up for alerts when someone's status changes. You can search by name at vinelink.com. It covers both the Anoka County jail and the state DOC system. If you need to track an inmate across facilities, VINE Link is often easier than calling each office separately.
Anoka County Warrant Search and Criminal Complaints
Anoka County offers a dedicated online search for active warrants. Visit anokacounty.us/188/JailWarrants to search by name. The tool shows people with active arrest warrants in the county. It is meant to help the public look up warrant status without having to call in. Law enforcement agencies use a more complete system, but the public-facing tool gives a useful snapshot.
The county also has a Criminal Complaint Search where you can look up recent charges that have been filed. This is separate from the full MCRO system and gives a quicker look at new criminal cases. Both tools are free and open to anyone.
The warrant search page on Anoka County's website is shown below.
Search active warrants at anokacounty.us for free without needing to contact the Sheriff directly.
Note: The online warrant search covers active warrants only. Closed or recalled warrants do not appear in the public tool.
Criminal Record Expungement in Anoka County
Anoka County residents who have a criminal record may be able to have it sealed under Minnesota's expungement law. Minn. Stat. § 609A.02 lists the crimes and situations that qualify. Not every offense can be sealed. More serious felonies have longer waiting periods or may not be eligible at all. Petty misdemeanors and some misdemeanors tend to qualify after a shorter wait.
To file for expungement in Anoka County, you submit a petition to the District Court at 2100 3rd Avenue in Anoka. The court reviews your full criminal history and the nature of the offense. All affected agencies, including the Sheriff and BCA, get a chance to respond. The judge then decides whether to grant the seal. Under Minn. Stat. § 609A.015, certain cases that were dismissed or resolved favorably may qualify for automatic sealing without a petition. This can be faster for people who meet those conditions.
Legal aid in Anoka County includes Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid and other regional nonprofits. The Minnesota Courts self-help center at mncourts.gov has expungement forms and guides. If you are not sure whether you qualify, a free consultation with a legal aid attorney is a good first step.
Cities in Anoka County
Anoka County includes several large communities north of the Twin Cities. All criminal cases from cities and townships throughout the county are handled at the Anoka County District Court.
Other communities in Anoka County include Andover, Anoka, Fridley, Columbia Heights, Spring Lake Park, and many more. All criminal cases go through the Anoka County District Court.
Nearby Counties
These counties share borders with Anoka County. If a case was filed in a different county, you will need to contact that county's court or sheriff directly.