Dodge County Criminal History Records
Dodge County criminal history records come from the Sheriff's Office and the District Court, both based in Mantorville. You can search criminal case records online through the Minnesota Court Records Online system or make a direct request to the county. Dodge County serves about 21,000 residents in southeastern Minnesota. The county seat of Mantorville is where you go to get court documents, file requests, or ask about specific cases in person.
Dodge County Overview
Dodge County Sheriff Criminal Records
The Dodge County Sheriff's Office handles arrests, incident reports, and law enforcement records for the county. Under Minnesota Stat. sect. 13.82, arrest data becomes public once a person is taken into custody. This includes the name of the person arrested, the charges, and the time of booking. The Sheriff's Office is the starting point for any records related to arrests made in Dodge County.
The Sheriff's Office is located at 22 E 6th St in Mantorville. You can call (507) 635-6200 with questions about records or to ask about the request process. For older records or formal data requests, it is best to call ahead and ask what forms or information you need to provide. Response times vary depending on the complexity of the request.
Dodge County is a smaller rural county, which means staff resources are more limited than in larger metro areas. Being patient and specific when you make a request helps. Include as much detail as you can, such as the full name, date of birth, and the approximate date of the incident.
| Agency | Dodge County Sheriff's Office |
|---|---|
| Address | 22 E 6th St, Mantorville, MN 55955 |
| Phone | (507) 635-6200 |
Dodge County District Court Criminal Cases
The Dodge County District Court is part of the 3rd Judicial District. It handles all criminal prosecutions in the county. The court sits at 22 E Sixth St E in Mantorville. The Court Administrator processes records requests and can provide copies of court documents. You can reach the court by phone at (507) 624-7010.
Minnesota Court Records Online is the free public search tool that covers Dodge County cases. You can search by name or case number without creating an account. The system shows case status, charges, hearings, and docket entries. Not every record type is visible online. Sealed cases and certain juvenile records are not accessible through the public portal. Data access rules under Minnesota Stat. sect. 13.87 govern what criminal history data agencies may share publicly.
Minnesota Court Records Online is the state's free case search tool. The screenshot below shows the MCRO portal where you can search Dodge County criminal history cases.
MCRO covers all district courts statewide and is updated on a daily basis.
The Dodge County District Court page on mncourts.gov has the court address, phone number, and links to case search tools. The screenshot below shows the Dodge District Court page.
Court staff can help with records requests during regular business hours.
| Court | Dodge County District Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 22 E Sixth St E, Mantorville, MN 55955 |
| Phone | (507) 624-7010 |
| Judicial District | 3rd Judicial District |
| Case Search | Minnesota Court Records Online (MCRO) |
Offender and Inmate Notifications in Dodge County
VINE (Victim Information and Notification Everyday) is a free service that lets people track the custody status of offenders. You can register to receive automatic alerts when an offender is released, transferred, or has a change in status. The service is available 24 hours a day.
To use VINE for Dodge County, visit VINELink.com. You can search by offender name or ID and sign up for notifications by phone, email, or text. The screenshot below shows the VINE system used to track custody status for Dodge County cases.
VINE is free to use and does not require a court account or login.
The Minnesota Department of Corrections also maintains an offender locator at coms.doc.state.mn.us. This covers people in state prison or on supervised release statewide, including those with Dodge County cases.
Statewide Criminal History Through the BCA
The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension maintains the statewide criminal history database. It pulls in records from all counties including Dodge County. This is the most complete official source for criminal records in Minnesota. You can request a criminal history check through the BCA at bca.dps.mn.gov or call (651) 793-2400.
The BCA background check covers arrests, charges, dispositions, and convictions from around the state. Access rules are set by Minnesota Stat. sect. 13.87. For more on what's available and how to request it, see the BCA background checks page.
Sealing and Expungement of Dodge County Criminal Records
Minnesota allows expungement of certain criminal records under Minnesota Stat. sect. 609A.02. If your case was dismissed, you were found not guilty, or you completed a diversion or stay of adjudication, you may be able to get the record sealed. Automatic sealing under Minnesota Stat. sect. 609A.015 also applies in some situations without needing to file a petition.
To petition for expungement in Dodge County, you file paperwork with the Dodge County District Court in Mantorville. The court will review the petition and may hold a hearing. If the judge grants it, the record is sealed from public access. You should talk to a legal aid office or attorney before starting this process to confirm you qualify and to get the right forms.
Note: Expungement seals the record but does not destroy it. Law enforcement can still see sealed records in some situations.
Cities in Dodge County
Dodge County is a rural county in southeastern Minnesota. Its communities include Mantorville, Kasson, Dodge Center, Hayfield, and Blooming Prairie. All criminal cases filed anywhere in Dodge County go through the District Court in Mantorville. No cities in Dodge County meet the population threshold for a dedicated city page on this site.
Nearby Counties
Dodge County shares borders with several southeastern Minnesota counties. Use these links to find records from neighboring areas.