Wadena County Jail Mugshots

Wadena County jail mugshots and inmate booking records are kept by the Wadena County Sheriff's Office and Detention Center in Wadena, Minnesota. This central Minnesota county operates a 27-bed licensed facility that holds people at minimum, medium, and maximum security levels. You can search the in-custody roster online or contact the jail directly to ask about a specific person. This guide explains the search options, how to request booking photos, and the state laws that govern access to Wadena County jail records.

Wadena County Jail Facility and Sheriff

The Wadena County Detention Center sits at 415 S Jefferson St, Wadena, MN 56482. Bill Cross is the Jail Administrator. You can reach him by email at bill.cross@co.wadena.mn.us or by phone at (218) 631-7600. The facility fax number is (218) 631-7699. The jail holds work release participants and sentence-to-serve inmates in addition to pretrial detainees. The three security classifications mean the facility handles a wide range of custody needs for this central Minnesota county.

The facility runs 24 hours a day. Staff handle bookings, releases, visitation, and records requests. Because the jail is smaller, staff can often answer questions more quickly than larger metro facilities. If you need current information on someone in custody, a direct call to (218) 631-7600 is usually the fastest route.

The county's online portal at co.wadena.mn.us connects you to the Jail page at co.wadena.mn.us/183/Jail, which provides facility information and an inmate roster link.

Searching Wadena County Jail Mugshots Online

Wadena County offers a web-based inmate roster listing. The roster is available through the county's website and includes search by name, a view of the current in-custody list, and a browse function. Data fields shown include the inmate's name, current charges, status, sentence dates, and projected release date. This makes it easier to find a specific person without downloading a PDF. Updates happen on a regular schedule, though not always in real time.

Mugshots do not always appear directly on the county's online roster. For limited mugshot data, third-party aggregator sites sometimes archive Wadena County jail booking photos. These are not official county sources, but they can supplement what is available from the county itself. Always verify current custody status directly with the jail.

The VINE inmate locator is a statewide tool that covers Wadena County and many other Minnesota jails. You can search by name or offender ID and set up notifications for custody status changes. If someone has been sentenced and transferred to state prison, the Minnesota Department of Corrections Offender Locator will show their current location.

How to Get Wadena County Booking Photos

Booking photos taken at the Wadena County Detention Center are public data under Minnesota law. Minnesota Statute 13.82 lists arrest and booking information as public data, which includes names, charges, arrest times, and typically booking photographs. You do not need a special reason to ask for these records.

To request a Wadena County mugshot, contact the Detention Center at (218) 631-7600 or email Jail Administrator Bill Cross at bill.cross@co.wadena.mn.us. You can also send a written request by mail to 415 S Jefferson St, Wadena, MN 56482. Written requests are the most formal way to ensure a response. Under Minnesota Statute 13.03, the county must respond to data requests within 10 business days. Fees for copies are typically minimal, often around $0.25 per page.

If you have any trouble getting records, the Minnesota Department of Administration's Information Policy Division can explain your rights and help you understand the process. That office handles complaints and guidance related to the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act statewide.

State Laws Covering Wadena County Jail Records

Minnesota has a clear legal structure around jail data. Under Minnesota Statute 13.82, arrest data is defined as public and must be made available on request. This statute covers the name of the person, the time and date of arrest, the charges, and other booking information including photographs in most cases.

Minnesota Statute 641.05 governs how county jails keep their records. Sheriffs must maintain a jail register documenting every person committed to custody. That register is a public record. Minnesota Statute 641.08 provides additional detail on public access rights to county jail records. Both statutes give the public strong rights to Wadena County jail mugshots and booking data.

Data on sentenced offenders falls under Minnesota Statute 13.85, which has separate rules for what is public versus what is private. For Wadena County court records and case filings, the Minnesota Trial Court Public Access system gives you online access. Criminal background checks are available through the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension at chs.state.mn.us for $8 per search.

Wadena County Jail Mugshots - Screenshots and Resources

The Wadena County Sheriff's jail facility page is shown below, captured from the county's official portal. This page has information on the jail's programs, inmate roster access, and contact details.

The facility page confirms the jail's address, phone numbers, and roster access options for Wadena County.

The Wadena County main portal, shown below, is the hub for all county services including the Sheriff's Office and Detention Center links.

Visit co.wadena.mn.us to navigate the full county portal, including the jail and Sheriff sections.

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