Sherburne County Criminal History Records

Sherburne County criminal history records are maintained by the Sheriff's Office and the District Court in Elk River, Minnesota. The county is part of the 10th Judicial District and has a population of about 100,000 people. The Sheriff's Office provides an online jail roster search and local background check service. This page covers how to find Sherburne County criminal records, look up court cases, search for inmates, and access statewide criminal history databases.

Sherburne County Sheriff Criminal Records

The Sherburne County Sheriff's Office is located at 13880 Business Center Dr NW, Elk River MN 55330. The main phone number is (763) 765-3500. The Sheriff handles patrol, jail operations, and civil process for the county. Arrest records and booking data are processed through this office. The Sheriff's Office website is at co.sherburne.mn.us/267/Sheriffs-Office.

The Sheriff's Office offers a jail roster search tool that allows the public to look up current inmates by last name and first name. This is useful when you need to find out quickly whether someone is in custody at the Sherburne County Jail. The Sheriff also provides local name-based background checks for a fee of $5.00 per name search. This is a county-level check run against the Sheriff's own records. It is separate from the statewide BCA check. For the official statewide record, use the BCA. For a quick local check, the Sheriff's service is an affordable option. Contact the office at (763) 765-3500 to request a local background check.

The screenshot below is from the Sherburne County Sheriff's Office website, which is the starting point for jail inquiries, inmate searches, and criminal record requests in the county.

The Sheriff's site lists services, contacts, and links to the jail roster search. Use it to find the right office or tool for your records request.

Sherburne County Court Records and Criminal Case Search

The Sherburne County District Court is located at the same address as the Sheriff's Office: 13880 Business Center Dr NW, Elk River MN 55330. The court can be reached at (763) 765-4600. Sherburne County is part of the 10th Judicial District. The court handles all criminal filings in the county, from misdemeanors through felonies.

Minnesota Court Records Online, or MCRO, is the free public portal for searching court case data. You can look up Sherburne County criminal cases by name or case number and view docket entries, charges, hearing dates, and case status. Access MCRO at publicaccess.courts.state.mn.us. It covers cases going back many years and is updated on a regular basis. Some records are restricted or sealed and will not show up fully in a public search. MCRO is the most efficient tool for checking a case without visiting Elk River.

The screenshot below is from the Sherburne County District Court page on mncourts.gov, showing court contact details, division listings, and links to court services available in Elk River.

The court page is the best place to confirm current hours, phone numbers, and which division handles a specific type of case.

Minnesota Statute 13.82 defines what law enforcement data is available to the public. Arrest records, booking information, and incident reports are generally accessible under this statute. The court clerk can tell you what is available for a specific Sherburne County case.

The screenshot below is from MCRO, the statewide court records system that covers Sherburne County case filings.

MCRO is free to use and does not require an account. You can run a basic name search any time of day.

Sherburne County Jail Roster and Inmate Search

The Sherburne County Sheriff's Office provides a jail roster search tool on their website. You can search current inmates by last name and first name. This tool is updated as bookings occur and is a practical way to check custody status without calling the jail. If you cannot find someone in the roster, they may have been released or transferred. Call the Sheriff's Office at (763) 765-3500 for more information.

The county jail holds people awaiting trial as well as those serving short sentences for county offenses. For people sentenced to longer terms in state prison, use the Minnesota DOC Offender Locator at coms.doc.state.mn.us/publicviewer to find current facility, sentence details, and release dates. Warrant information is not separately posted, but outstanding warrants may appear in the MCRO docket for a case. The court clerk can also answer questions about warrant status during court hours.

Note: The local background check fee at the Sheriff's Office is $5.00 per name. This covers the county's own records and is not a substitute for the BCA statewide report.

Background Checks and BCA Criminal History

The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension at bca.dps.mn.gov maintains the statewide criminal history database. This includes arrests, charges, and case dispositions from Sherburne County and all other counties in Minnesota. A BCA record check is the official and most complete option for a Minnesota criminal history. You can request a personal record check or an authorized third-party check through the BCA portal.

Minnesota Statute 13.87 governs who can access criminal history data and under what rules. Arrest-level information is generally public. Full criminal history records with all dispositions require proper authorization. Most people checking their own records can get a complete view through a personal BCA request. The Sherburne County Sheriff also offers a local check for $5.00, which is useful for a quick county-level search but does not include data from other counties or state agencies outside Sherburne.

The screenshot below is from VINE Link, the free victim notification service that covers Sherburne County jail inmates and custody changes.

Register at VINE to receive free alerts when someone in Sherburne County custody is released, moved, or escapes. Alerts are sent by phone, email, or text.

Sherburne County Criminal Record Expungement

People with Sherburne County criminal records may qualify for expungement under Minnesota Statute 609A.02. Expungement seals a record from public searches. Eligibility depends on the charge type, how the case was resolved, and how much time has passed since the case closed. Not every offense qualifies under state law. Petitions are filed with the District Court in Elk River.

The petition must be served on the BCA, the arresting agency, and the prosecuting attorney. Each has a window to object before the judge rules. If the judge grants the request, the record is sealed from public view. Law enforcement agencies retain access under limited circumstances permitted by state law. The full expungement process takes several months from filing to decision. The court clerk in Elk River can direct you to self-help resources if you plan to file without an attorney.

Victim Notification: VINE Link

VINE Link is a free notification service for crime victims tracking offender custody in Sherburne County. Register at vinelink.com to receive automatic alerts when an inmate is released, transferred, or escapes from the county jail or a state facility. The service runs 24 hours a day and does not require any contact with law enforcement or the courthouse to stay updated.

Cities in Sherburne County

Sherburne County includes Elk River and several communities in the north metro area. All criminal cases filed in the county go through the Sherburne County District Court in Elk River.

Communities in Sherburne County include Elk River, Big Lake, Becker, Zimmerman, and Livonia Township. Criminal records for all of these communities are handled through the county court system. None currently meet the population threshold for a separate city page on this site.

Nearby Counties

Sherburne County borders several other Minnesota counties. Use the links below if you need records from a neighboring county.