Todd County Criminal History Records

Todd County criminal history records are held by the Sheriff's Office and the District Court in Long Prairie. With a population of about 24,000, Todd County is served by the 7th Judicial District. The Sheriff's Office publishes a daily inmate roster and maintains a dedicated records page. Court case records are available through the state's free MCRO system. This page covers how to find criminal records in Todd County, what tools are available online, and who to contact when you need more information.

Todd County Sheriff Criminal Records

The Todd County Sheriff's Office is the primary law enforcement agency in the county. The office is at 115 3rd St S, Long Prairie MN 56347, and can be reached at (320) 732-2157. For records-related questions, you can contact the records unit directly by email at Todd.records@co.todd.mn.us. The Sheriff handles arrests, jail operations, and incident reports for unincorporated areas of Todd County, as well as supporting local law enforcement in Long Prairie and surrounding communities.

The Sheriff's Office publishes a records page at toddcountymn.gov/government/departments/sheriff/records.php. From there, you can learn what types of records are available, how to request them, and any associated fees. Arrest records, incident reports, and booking data are generally public under state law, though some details may be withheld during active investigations.

The screenshot below is from the Todd County Sheriff's Office website, which is the starting point for law enforcement records and jail inquiries in the county.

The Sheriff's website links to the jail roster, records request information, and other law enforcement services in Todd County.

Todd County Criminal Court Records

Criminal cases in Todd County are heard by the District Court in Long Prairie, which is part of Minnesota's 7th Judicial District. The court handles the full range of criminal cases, from minor traffic violations to serious felonies. Court records include charges, hearing dates, dispositions, and sentencing information. The fastest way to search these records is through the free statewide system called Minnesota Court Records Online.

You can access MCRO at publicaccess.courts.state.mn.us. Search by name or case number to find Todd County cases. Results show docket entries, hearing schedules, and case status. Sealed records and restricted cases will not appear in full. If a case is not showing up online, the court clerk in Long Prairie can help you search records that may not yet be fully digitized.

The screenshot below is from the Todd County court page on mncourts.gov, which lists the District Court's address, phone numbers, and hours in Long Prairie.

The mncourts page for Todd County is useful for confirming current court hours and finding the right contact for your records request.

Under Minnesota Statute 13.82, law enforcement data is public unless specifically restricted. This includes arrest records, case numbers, and booking information held by the Todd County Sheriff. If you are researching a case that involves both Sheriff's data and court records, both sources are worth checking because they sometimes contain different details.

Todd County Jail Roster and Inmate Information

Todd County publishes a daily inmate roster as a PDF at toddcountymn.gov/uploads/daily_inmate_roster.pdf. This document lists people currently held in the Todd County jail and is updated each day. It is a direct way to check whether someone is in custody without needing to call the Sheriff's Office. The roster is public and does not require registration to view.

For ongoing custody alerts, Todd County participates in the VINE victim notification system. Victims and other interested parties can register at vinelink.com to receive automatic alerts when an inmate's status changes. VINE covers jail transfers, releases, and escapes. The service runs around the clock and is free to sign up. It covers the Todd County jail as well as state prisons if an inmate is transferred.

The screenshot below is from Minnesota Court Records Online, which is useful for checking active warrants and case history for Todd County defendants through the court system.

MCRO pulls case-level data directly from the court system, making it useful for checking on warrant status and court outcomes in Todd County.

Background Checks and BCA Criminal History

For a certified statewide criminal history background check that covers Todd County and all other Minnesota counties, the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) is the right agency. The BCA holds arrest and disposition records from across the state and can be accessed at bca.dps.mn.gov. Personal record checks and third-party background checks are both available. Fees apply. The website has detailed instructions for each type of request.

Minnesota Statute 13.87 governs who can access criminal history data and under what conditions. Arrest-level information is generally available to the public. Full disposition records, especially for closed cases, may require a more formal request with identification. Certain agencies such as courts, law enforcement, and licensed entities get broader access than private individuals.

Note: The Minnesota DOC Offender Locator at coms.doc.state.mn.us/publicviewer is a free tool to check whether someone from Todd County is currently in a state prison or has been in the past.

Todd County Criminal Record Expungement

People with criminal records from Todd County cases may qualify to petition for expungement under Minnesota Statute 609A.02. Expungement seals the record from public databases and most background check systems. Not all offenses qualify. The law defines which charges can be expunged and what waiting periods apply after sentencing or case closure. Felonies generally require a longer wait than misdemeanors.

To start the process, you file a petition with the Todd County District Court in Long Prairie. Several agencies must be served with the petition, including the BCA, the arresting agency, and the prosecutor who handled the case. Each has the right to object. A judge reviews all responses and makes the final decision. The whole process typically takes several months from filing to ruling.

If you are not sure whether your record qualifies, legal aid services in central Minnesota can give you guidance specific to Todd County and the 7th Judicial District.

Cities in Todd County

Todd County's county seat and largest city is Long Prairie, where the Sheriff's Office and District Court are both located. All criminal cases from any city in Todd County go through the District Court in Long Prairie.

No cities in Todd County currently meet the population threshold for a dedicated city page on this site. Records for Long Prairie and all other communities in the county are handled through the Todd County court system.

Nearby Counties

Todd County is in central Minnesota. Check where an incident occurred before looking up records, as each county manages its own court filings.