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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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Apple Valley MN Police Jail
7100 147th St West, Apple Valley, MN 55124
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Dakota | View Details |
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Burnsville MN Police Jail
100 Civic Center Parkway, Burnsville, MN 55337
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Dakota | View Details |
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City of Northfield MN Police Jail
300 5th St West, Northfield, MN 55057
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Dakota | View Details |
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Farmington MN Police Jail
19500 Municipal Drive, Farmington, MN 55024
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Dakota | View Details |
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Hastings MN Police Jail
150 Third St East, Hastings, MN 55033
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Dakota | View Details |
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Inver Grove Heights MN Police Jail
8150 Barbara Ave, Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077
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Dakota | View Details |
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Lakefield MN Police Jail
301 Main St, Lakefield, MN 56150
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Dakota | View Details |
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Lakeville MN Police Jail
9237 183rd St, Lakeville, MN 55044
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Dakota | View Details |
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Mendota Heights Police Jail
1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights, MN 55118
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Dakota | View Details |
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Rosemount MN Police Jail
2875 145th St West, Rosemount, MN 55068
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Dakota | View Details |
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South St. Paul MN Police Jail
125 3rd Ave North, South St. Paul, MN 55075
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Dakota | View Details |
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West St. Paul MN Police Jail
1616 Humboldt Ave, West St. Paul, MN 55118
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Dakota | View Details |
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Kasson MN Police Jail
401 5th St SE, Kasson, MN 55944
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Dodge | View Details |
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West Concord MN Police Jail
180 Main East St
PO Box 435, West Concord, MN 55985
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Dodge | View Details |
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Alexandria MN Police Jail
216 Seventh Ave West, Alexandria, MN 56308
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Douglas | View Details |
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Osakis MN Police Jail
14 East Nokomis St, Osakis, MN 56360
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Douglas | View Details |
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City of Blue Earth MN Police Detention
120 South Walnut St
PO Box 38, Blue Earth, MN 56013
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Faribault | View Details |
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Minnesota Lake Police Jail
607 Main St North, Minnesota Lake, MN 56068
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Faribault | View Details |
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Wells MN Police Jail
125 South Broadway, Wells, MN 56097
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Faribault | View Details |
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Winnebago Public Safety Department - Police Jail
140 Main St South, Winnebago, MN 56098
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Faribault | View Details |
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Chatfield MN Police Jail
21 Second St SE, Chatfield, MN 55923
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Fillmore | View Details |
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Preston MN Police Jail
217 West Fillmore St, Preston, MN 55965
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Fillmore | View Details |
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Rushford MN Police Jail
405 South Elm St, Rushford, MN 55971
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Fillmore | View Details |
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City of Albert Lea MN Police Jail
411 South Broadway Ave, Albert Lea, MN 56007
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Freeborn | View Details |
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Cannon Falls MN Police Detention
918 River Road, Cannon Falls, MN 55009
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Goodhue | View Details |
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