Find Jail Mugshots in Chisago County
Chisago County jail mugshots and inmate records are available through the Chisago County Sheriff's Office in Center City, Minnesota. The county runs a modern public safety center with an online inmate locator system that shows booking photos, charges, and custody details. Whether you are looking for someone recently booked or need to check current custody status, this page explains how to use the online tools and how to make a formal records request from the Sheriff's Office.
Chisago County Overview
Chisago County Sheriff's Office and Jail
The Chisago County Sheriff's Office operates the Public Safety Center at 15230 Per Road in Center City. The facility opened in 2018 and uses a remote podular design with direct supervision. It has a capacity of 125 inmates, which can expand to 200 during high-occupancy periods. The jail is PREA compliant and follows direct supervision protocols. Jail Administrator Jonathan Gray oversees operations and can be reached at 651-213-5765.
The main Sheriff's Office number is 651-213-6300. For jail-specific questions, call the jail line at 651-257-2931. The facility is staffed 24 hours a day, so you can call any time for custody inquiries. If you need to fax something to the jail, use 651-213-6341. For general questions about the county, the Chisago County homepage has links to all departments.
| Address | 15230 Per Road, Center City, MN 55012 |
|---|---|
| Sheriff Phone | 651-213-6300 |
| Jail Phone | 651-257-2931 |
| Fax | 651-213-6341 |
| Jail Administrator | Jonathan Gray, 651-213-5765 |
| Hours | 24/7 for custody inquiries |
The Sheriff's Office page has more detail on the department's programs and services. You can also find visiting rules, inmate programs, and public information through the county website at the public information section.
Chisago County Jail Mugshots - Online Inmate Locator
The Chisago County Inmate Locator is the county's dedicated online search tool for jail mugshots and custody records. It is a real-time system that reflects current booking data. You can access it at inmatelocator.chisagocountymn.gov.
The search form lets you look up inmates by first name, last name, gender, or date of birth. The gender field uses a dropdown menu and the date of birth takes the format MM/DD/YYYY. You can search on any combination of these fields or enter just a last name to pull broader results. Results show booking time, current charges with statute numbers, physical description, and a mugshot when one is available.
Each inmate record in the locator shows the full name, age, sex, height, weight, booking time, and charges. This is notably detailed compared to many county systems in Minnesota. Charges are listed with the specific statute numbers, which makes it easy to look up what the law actually says. Photos appear when they have been processed into the system.
The VINE inmate locator is another option for checking custody status across Minnesota facilities. You can set up automatic alerts to be notified when someone's status changes. For state prison inmates, use the MNDOC Offender Locator. And for criminal history background checks, the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension offers searches at chs.state.mn.us.
Note: Chisago County does not provide mugshot images to third-party websites. Use the official locator at inmatelocator.chisagocountymn.gov for accurate booking photos.
How to Request Chisago County Booking Photos
Booking photos taken at the Chisago County jail are public data under Minnesota law. Minnesota Statute 13.82 classifies arrest and booking data as public, which includes photos in most cases. The official county locator displays these images online when they are available. If you need a photo that isn't showing up in the system, you'll need to contact the jail directly.
Call the jail at 651-257-2931 to ask about your options. You can also write to the Sheriff's Office at 15230 Per Road, Center City, MN 55012. Under the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, government agencies must respond to data requests within 10 business days per Minnesota Statute 13.03. Standard copy fees of $0.25 per page typically apply for paper records. For guidance on data practices rights, contact the Minnesota Information Policy Division.
Jail Programs and Services in Chisago County
The Chisago County jail offers several programs for inmates during their stay. These are not just services for inmates -- they affect the county's overall re-entry rate and public safety outcomes. The facility runs a Child Drug Testing program, Huber Work Release, Sentence to Service, and GED tutoring. Spiritual programs and the Impact rehabilitation program are also available. A volunteer opportunities program brings outside volunteers into the jail to work with inmates.
Visitation at Chisago County uses digital video platforms. The county has partnered with Reliance Telephone for remote digital visits. On-site video visits are available Sunday 8 AM to Noon and 7 PM to 10 PM, Wednesday 7 PM to 10 PM, and Friday 8 AM to Noon. Each person is limited to one 20-minute visit per day. Government-issued photo ID is required. A free visit option exists for those who can't afford the cost. If someone is not in custody but needs to visit by appointment, call 651-257-2931. The Corrections Jail Division page has more detail on visiting and programs.
Legal Framework for Chisago County Jail Records
Minnesota's data practices laws create a public access framework for jail records. Minnesota Statute 13.82 makes arrest data public. That covers the name, date and time of the arrest, charges, and booking photos. This applies to Chisago County and every other county jail in the state.
Sheriffs are required by Minnesota Statute 641.05 to keep a jail register that documents every person taken into custody. That record is public. Minnesota Statute 641.08 specifies what parts of jail records the public can access. Together, these statutes set the floor for what Chisago County must make available.
Records for sentenced offenders fall under Minnesota Statute 13.85, which covers correctional data. Some of that data has private classification. For court records on Chisago County cases, the Minnesota Trial Court Public Access system has case filings. The Chisago County FAQ page answers common questions about jail operations and record access.
Chisago County Jail - Screenshots
The Chisago County Corrections and Jail Division page gives an overview of the facility, programs, and visiting rules. The screenshot below shows the jail division page on the county website.
This is the main starting point for anyone who needs information about the Chisago County jail, visiting hours, or inmate programs.
The Chisago County Inmate Locator is the online search tool for finding current inmates and booking photos. The screenshot below shows the search interface.
Use the locator to search by name, gender, or date of birth to pull up current inmate records and available booking photos.
The Sheriff's Office page is shown below and provides contact details, department overview, and links to key services.
The Sheriff's Office page is the right place to start if you have a specific inquiry about custody, records requests, or law enforcement services in Chisago County.
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