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Welcome to the most complete and up-to-date directory of police detention and holding facilities in Minnesota. This page lists every active police-operated jail, holding facility, and lockup currently operating across Minnesota, giving families, attorneys, bail bondsmen, and the general public fast and reliable access to accurate information about police-level detention. When a loved one is arrested by a local or municipal police department in Minnesota, they are typically taken to a police-operated facility first — before being transferred to a county jail. This directory helps you find exactly where they are being held and what steps to take next.
What Are Police Detention Facilities?
Police detention facilities — commonly called police lockups, holding cells, or police jails — are short-term detention facilities operated by local or municipal police departments. They hold individuals for 24 to 72 hours immediately following arrest while booking is completed, charges are filed, and bail arrangements are made.
Unlike county jails or state prisons, police facilities are not designed for long-term incarceration. If searching for a recently arrested loved one, they may still be at the police facility rather than a county jail, especially in the first 24 to 48 hours after arrest.
How Police Facilities Differ From Other Facilities
- Police Detention Facilities: Operated by local police. Hold individuals for 24-72 hours during booking and initial processing only.
- City Jails: Operated by municipal authorities for slightly longer-term detention including pretrial holding and short sentences.
- County Jails: Operated by the county sheriff's office for pretrial detainees and sentences under one year.
- State Prisons: Operated by Minnesota's DOC for felony offenses with sentences over one year.
- Federal Prisons: Operated by the Federal Bureau of Prisons for federal crimes.
What Happens After Arrest in Minnesota
- Arrest and Transport: Individual is arrested and transported to the nearest police detention facility.
- Booking and Intake: Photographing, fingerprinting, health screening, belongings search, warrant review (takes several hours).
- Initial Holding: Placed in holding cell while charges are filed and case is reviewed by prosecutors.
- Arraignment/Bail Hearing: Within 24-72 hours, brought before a judge who sets bail or releases them.
- Transfer or Release: Either released or transferred to county jail to await trial.
Finding Someone in Police Detention in Minnesota
Browse the directory below to find the police facility in the area where the arrest took place and contact them directly. You can also use our free US inmate locator tool to search by name once booking is complete. Knowing the arrest location and the person's full legal name will help speed up your search.
Getting Bail
For minor charges, bail may be posted directly at the police facility using a standard bail schedule. For serious charges, bail is set at arraignment (within 24-72 hours). A bail bondsman can post bail for a 10-15% non-refundable fee.
Hiring a Lawyer
The period immediately following arrest is one of the most critical windows in the legal process. A criminal defense attorney can advise on rights during questioning, attend bail hearings, and begin building a defense strategy from day one.
Calling a Detainee
Phone access at police facilities is typically limited during initial booking. Once intake is complete, detainees can usually make a limited number of collect calls to notify family members or contact an attorney.
Visitation
Visitation at police detention facilities is typically very limited during the initial holding period. Most police lockups do not offer standard visitation. Regular visitation becomes available once transferred to a county jail.
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Police Station by County in Minnesota
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Minnesota has Police Station 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 Police Station 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.
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Browse the Complete List of Police Detention Facilities in Minnesota
The full directory of police detention and holding facilities in Minnesota is displayed below. Every active police-operated lockup, holding cell, and short-term detention facility is included. Each entry includes the facility name, operating police department, city, county, address, and contact information. Police detention facilities are the first point of contact in the criminal justice system — where booking, processing, and initial detention occur before any further transfer.
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Aitkin MN Police Jail
109 1st Ave NW, Aitkin, MN 56431
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Aitkin | View Details |
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Anoka MI Police Jail
275 Harrison St, Anoka, MN 55303
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Anoka | View Details |
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Blaine MN Police Jail
10801 Town Square Drive NE, Blaine, MN 55449
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Anoka | View Details |
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Centennial Lakes MN Police Jail
54 North Road, Circle Pines, MN 55014
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Anoka | View Details |
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City of St. Francis MN Police Jail
4058 St. Francis Blvd NW, St. Francis, MN 55070
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Anoka | View Details |
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Columbia Heights Police Jail
825 41st Ave NE, Columbia Heights, MN 55421
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Anoka | View Details |
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Coon Rapids MN Police Jail
11155 Roinson Drive, Coon Rapids, MN 55433
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Anoka | View Details |
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Fridley MN Police Detention
6431 University Ave NE, Fridley, MN 55432
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Anoka | View Details |
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Lino Lakes MN Police Jail
640 Town Center Parkway, Lino Lakes, MN 55014
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Anoka | View Details |
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City of Detroit Lakes MN Police Jail
106 Holmes St East, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
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Becker | View Details |
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Frazee MN Police Jail
222 Main Ave West, Frazee, MN 56544
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Becker | View Details |
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Bemidji MN Police Jail
613 Minnesota Ave NW, Bemidji, MN 56601
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Beltrami | View Details |
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Blackduck MN Police Jail
8 Summit Ave, Blackduck, MN 56630
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Beltrami | View Details |
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Rice MN Police Jail
205 Main St Easst, Rice, MN 56367
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Benton | View Details |
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Sauk Rapids MN Police Jail
408 North Benton Drive, Sauk Rapids, MN 56379
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Benton | View Details |
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Ortonville MN Police Jail
225 NW Third St, Ortonville, MN 56278
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Big Stone | View Details |
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Eagle Lake MN Police Jail
705 Parkway Ave, Eagle Lake, MN 56024
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Blue Earth | View Details |
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Lake Crystal MN Police Jail
100 East Robinson St, Lake Crystal, MN 56055
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Blue Earth | View Details |
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Madison Lake MN Police Jail
525 Main St, Madison Lake, MN 56063
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Blue Earth | View Details |
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Mankato Public Safety Department - Police Jail
710 South Front St, Mankato, MN 56002
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Blue Earth | View Details |
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Mapleton MN Police Jail
104 2nd Ave Northeast, Mapleton, MN 56065
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Blue Earth | View Details |
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Comfrey MN Police Jail
120 East Brown St, Comfrey, MN 56019
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Brown | View Details |
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New Ulm MN Police Jail
15 South Washington St, New Ulm, MN 56073
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Brown | View Details |
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Sleepy Eye MN Police Jail
130 2nd Ave NW, Sleepy Eye, MN 56085
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Brown | View Details |
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Springfield MN Police Jail
16 North Marshall Ave, Springfield, MN 56087
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Brown | View Details |
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