Find Hubbard County Recent Arrests
Hubbard County recent arrests are processed by the Hubbard County Sheriff's Office in Park Rapids, which operates the county jail and keeps all booking records for this north central Minnesota county. If you need to check on a recent arrest, find out whether someone is currently in custody, or get a copy of a booking report, the Sheriff's Office is the right contact, and the free VINELink tool gives you another way to search without calling.
Hubbard County Overview
Hubbard County Sheriff's Office
The Hubbard County Sheriff's Office is at 301 Court Avenue in Park Rapids, the county seat. The office provides full law enforcement services across the county, operates the county jail, and maintains all arrest and booking records. It is the primary agency to contact for recent arrests in Hubbard County. The same phone number, 218-732-2151, handles both the main office and jail inquiries, and staff can direct you to the right person.
For written copies of arrest reports or booking data, a formal records request is required. Submit it in person during business hours, or send it by fax to 218-732-2180. Include the full name, date of birth, and any other identifying details you have. Requests are processed under the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, and the agency must respond within 10 business days of a written submission.
| Agency | Hubbard County Sheriff's Office |
|---|---|
| Address | 301 Court Avenue Park Rapids, MN 56470 |
| Main Phone | 218-732-2151 |
| Fax | 218-732-2180 |
| Office Hours | Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
| Website | co.hubbard.mn.us/172/Sheriffs-Office |
The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension maintains statewide criminal history and arrest records that include data from Hubbard County and all other Minnesota law enforcement agencies.
BCA background checks cover the full scope of a person's arrest and criminal history in Minnesota, making them the most complete option for a thorough review that goes beyond a single recent arrest in Hubbard County.
Hubbard County Jail Roster and Recent Arrests
The Hubbard County Jail is at 301 Court Avenue in Park Rapids, the same location as the Sheriff's Office. The facility holds pre-trial detainees and sentenced inmates. Calling 218-732-2151 is the fastest way to check whether a specific person is in custody right now. Jail staff can confirm inmate status and share basic booking information that falls under the public data requirements of Minnesota law.
Hubbard County participates in VINELink at vinelink.com. This free statewide tool lets you search for current Hubbard County inmates by name. You can also register for notifications when someone's custody status changes, which saves you from having to call the jail repeatedly to check on someone's release. VINELink is available at all hours and does not require an account to run a basic name search.
How to Access Hubbard County Recent Arrests
Start with a phone call to 218-732-2151. Give the name and approximate arrest date if you know it. Staff can quickly confirm whether someone is in the Hubbard County Jail right now. For copies of arrest or incident reports, you need a formal written request. Submit it in person or by fax. Include the full name, date of birth, and any other details that help narrow the search.
The Minnesota Judicial Branch court records system gives you another angle. When someone is arrested and charged in Hubbard County, the case is filed with the Ninth Judicial District. Search by name on mncourts.gov to find any Hubbard County criminal cases. The record shows charges filed, case numbers, hearing dates, and any court-issued warrant entries. These records are free and publicly accessible online without a formal request process.
For comprehensive statewide criminal history, the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension handles background checks that cover arrests across all Minnesota counties, including Hubbard. BCA reports require a fee and identifying information. Use this when you need more than just a current custody check. If the person was convicted and sent to state prison, the Minnesota Department of Corrections offender viewer shows their current location and projected release date.
Public Access to Hubbard County Arrest Records
Arrest records in Hubbard County are public under Minnesota law. Under Minnesota Statutes Section 13.82, law enforcement agencies must release arrest and booking data when asked. The required data includes the arrested person's name, age, and home city; the date and place of arrest; the charges; and the arresting agency. You do not need to give a reason. Any person can ask and must receive a response.
Some categories of data can be withheld. Active investigation data may be held under Minnesota Statutes Section 13.85 if releasing it would harm the case. Juvenile records carry stronger protections and are not open to the public. Medical information from booking is also private. For standard adult arrest records in Hubbard County, the law supports public access, and agencies must respond to written requests within 10 business days.
Note: A Hubbard County booking record is not a finding of guilt. All persons are presumed innocent until proven otherwise in court.
Criminal History and Warrant Information
To check for an outstanding warrant in Hubbard County, start with the court case search at mncourts.gov. When a judge issues a warrant, it appears in the court case file. The full warrant document is not posted publicly, but the court entry confirms one was issued. The Sheriff's Office handles warrant service across the county. Hubbard County does not currently maintain a separate public online warrant list.
For a broader criminal history in Minnesota, contact the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension. The BCA keeps the statewide criminal history system and can pull records that cover all Minnesota counties. You can also search the Minnesota Predatory Offender Registry at por.state.mn.us for registered offenders connected to Hubbard County. The Department of Corrections offender search at coms.doc.state.mn.us shows anyone currently in state prison or under post-release supervision.
Cities in Hubbard County
Hubbard County is largely rural lake country in north central Minnesota. Park Rapids is the county seat and largest city. Other communities include Nevis, Laporte, and Akeley. None of these cities meet the population threshold for a dedicated city arrests page on this site. All arrests in these communities are processed through the Hubbard County Jail in Park Rapids.
Nearby Counties
If the arrest you are looking for may have occurred in a neighboring county, check these Sheriff's Offices.