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This page lists all 109 county jails in Minnesota. You can browse by county below, search for specific facilities, or navigate to related pages.
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About County Jails in Minnesota
Understanding county jails in the Minnesota
Welcome to the most complete and up-to-date directory of county jails and correctional facilities in Minnesota. This page lists every active county-level detention facility operating across Minnesota, providing families, attorneys, bail bondsmen, social workers, and the general public with fast, reliable access to accurate information about county-level incarceration. County jails are often the first longer-term facility a person is sent to after initial arrest and police booking, making this directory essential for anyone trying to locate a recently arrested loved one.
What Are County Jails and How Do They Work?
County jails in Minnesota are local correctional facilities operated by the county sheriff's office or county department of corrections. They serve as the primary point of longer-term detention for individuals awaiting trial, unable to make bail, or serving shorter sentences for misdemeanor offenses.
The county jail system is decentralized — each county operates its own facility tailored to its population size, court system, and law enforcement needs. This means county jails vary significantly in size, capacity, programming, and conditions.
How County Jails Differ From Other Facilities
- County Jails: Operated by sheriff's office. Hold pretrial detainees, those unable to make bail, misdemeanor sentences under one year.
- City/Municipal Jails: Operated by city police. Shorter holds immediately after arrest before county transfer.
- Police Lockups: Short-term holding (24-72 hours) during initial booking and processing.
- State Prisons: Operated by Minnesota's DOC for felony sentences over one year.
- Federal Prisons: Operated by Federal Bureau of Prisons for federal crimes.
Types of County Correctional Facilities
- County Jail: Standard county detention facility serving the general pretrial and sentenced misdemeanor population.
- County Correctional Center: Larger facility with expanded programming, multiple housing units, and specialized services.
- County Detention Center: Often houses higher proportion of pretrial detainees or federal contract inmates.
- County Work Release Center: Minimum-security allowing day employment with evening return.
- County Medical/Mental Health Facility: Specialized units for inmates requiring ongoing medical or mental health care.
- County Honor Farm: Minimum-security where inmates perform outdoor work assignments.
How to Use This Directory
- Browse the full directory of all county jails in Minnesota by scrolling below.
- Filter by county using the dropdown to narrow results to a specific county.
- Switch states using the state selector to load county jails in any other US state.
- Click any facility to open its dedicated page with contact details and inmate search.
- Locate an inmate using the search feature on any facility page or our main inmate locator.
Finding an Inmate in a County Jail
County jails maintain their own inmate databases, and most offer online inmate lookup tools through the county sheriff's website. The fastest way to find someone is to identify the county where they were arrested using the directory below, then visit that facility's dedicated page to use the inmate search feature. You can also use our free US inmate locator tool to search across all county jails simultaneously.
Visitation
Policies vary considerably — some jails offer in-person contact visits, others have non-contact or video visitation only. Check visitation rules for the specific facility before planning a visit. Click any facility to view its complete visitation guidelines.
Calling an Inmate
Phone calls are outbound only from pre-approved numbers. Your number must be registered with the facility's phone provider and a prepaid account funded. Read our calling guide for complete setup instructions.
Getting Bail
Once bail is set at arraignment, pay it directly to the county jail or court, or work with a licensed bail bondsman who will post bail for a fee of 10-15% of the total amount.
Programs Available
Larger county jails typically offer GED and literacy programs, substance abuse counseling, religious services, and sometimes vocational training. Program availability varies significantly by facility size and resources.
Sheriff's Role
In most counties, the sheriff's office operates and manages the county jail. The sheriff is accountable for safe, humane, and legally compliant operation, including staffing, programming, medical services, and state/federal compliance.
Release & Reentry
Release can happen through bail, sentence completion, dismissal of charges, or court order. The transition back to daily life requires planning for employment, family reconnection, court-ordered supervision, and financial stability.
Frequently Asked Questions
County Jails by County in Minnesota
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Filter County Jails by County
Minnesota has County Jails spread across dozens of counties, and finding the right one quickly can be challenging without the right tools. Use the county list below to instantly narrow results and view only the County Jails in a specific county within Minnesota. This is particularly helpful if you are trying to locate someone who was recently arrested in a specific area, or if you are planning a visit and need to find the closest facility to your location.
All County Jails in Minnesota
Complete listing of county jails
Browse the Complete List of County Jails in Minnesota
The full directory of county jails and correctional facilities in Minnesota is displayed below. Every active county-operated detention facility is included in this listing. Each entry includes the facility name, operating county, location, address, security classification, and contact information. County jails are operated by the county sheriff's office or county department of corrections and serve as the primary detention facility for the county's pretrial population and sentenced misdemeanor offenders.
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Lake of the Woods County MN Jail
206 8th Ave Southeast
Suite #300, Baudette, MN 56623
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Lake Of The Woods | View Details |
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Le Sueur County Jail
88 South Park Ave, Le Center, MN 56057
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Le Sueur | View Details |
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Lincoln County MN Jail
322 North Wallace St
PO Box 166, Ivanhoe, MN 56146
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Lincoln | View Details |
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Lyon County MN Detention
611 West Main St, Marshall, MN 56258
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Lyon | View Details |
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Mahnomen County Jail
311 North Main St, Mahnomen, MN 56557-0379
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Mahnomen | View Details |
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Marshall County MN Jail
208 East Colvin Ave, Warren, MN 56762
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Marshall | View Details |
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Martin County MN Jail
201 Lake Ave, Fairmont, MN 56031
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Martin | View Details |
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McLeod County Jail
801 East 10th St
2nd Floor, Glencoe, MN 55336
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McLeod | View Details |
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Meeker County Jail & Detention
326 North Ramsey, Litchfield, MN 55355
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Meeker | View Details |
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Mille Lacs County Jail
640 3rd St Southeast, Milaca, MN 56353
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Mille Lacs | View Details |
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Mille Lacs County Juvenile Detention
7565 4th Ave, Lino Lakes, MN 55014
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Mille Lacs | View Details |
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Morrison County MN Jail
213 SE 1st Ave
PO Box 312, Little Falls, MN 56345
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Morrison | View Details |
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Mower County Jail
201 First St Northeast, Austin, MN 55912
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Mower | View Details |
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Murray County MN Jail
PO Box 57
2500 28th St, Slayton, MN 56172
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Murray | View Details |
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Nicollet County Jail
121 West Myrtle St
PO Box 117, St. Peter, MN 56082
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Nicollet | View Details |
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Nobles County MN Jail
1530 Airport Road
Suite 100, Worthington, MN 56187
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Nobles | View Details |
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Norman County Jail
15 2nd Ave East, Ada, MN 56510
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Norman | View Details |
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Olmsted County Detention Center
101 4th St Southeast, Rochester, MN 55904
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Olmsted | View Details |
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Otter Tail County Detention Center
417 Court St South, Fergus Falls, MN 56537
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Otter Tail | View Details |
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Pennington County MN Jail
102 West First St, Thief River Falls, MN 56701
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Pennington | View Details |
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Pine County MN Jail
625 Northridge Drive Southwest
Suite 130, Pine City, MN 5506...
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Pine | View Details |
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Pine County MN Juvenile Detention Center
7565 4th Ave, Lino Lakes, MN 55014
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Pine | View Details |
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Pipestone County Jail
416 South Hiawatha Ave
PO Box 220, Pipestone, MN 56164
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Pipestone | View Details |
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Polk Tri-County Corrections Center - Northwest Regional Corrections Center
816 Marin Ave, Ste 110, Crookston, MN 56716
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Polk | View Details |
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Red River Valley Juvenile Center (RRVJC)
600 Bruce St, Crookston, MN 56716
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Polk | View Details |
County Jails in Other States
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