Blaine Inmate Records

Released inmate records for Blaine are processed through the Anoka County Jail system, which handles all bookings for the Blaine Police Department. Blaine is a northern suburb of Minneapolis in Anoka County, with a population around 70,000. The Blaine Police Department does not run its own jail facility. All people arrested in Blaine are transferred to Anoka County Sheriff's Office custody for booking, processing, and detention at the Anoka County Jail at 325 Jackson Street in Anoka.

Anoka County Jail

The Anoka County Jail is the detention facility for Blaine and all Anoka County municipalities. The main jail is at 325 Jackson Street, Anoka, MN 55303. Jail Division phone is 763-324-5100. Inmate information line is 763-323-5070. The facility is a 238-bed direct supervision and remote supervision jail. Anoka County also operates a Workhouse at 7545 4th Avenue, Lino Lakes, MN 55014, phone 763-324-4860, for sentenced inmates serving shorter terms. Mailing address for inmate mail is Anoka County Jail, 325 E Jackson St, Anoka, MN 55303.

The Anoka County Jail maintains an online, searchable public record system for individuals currently in custody or released within the past 10 days. The inmate search is available at anokacountymn.gov/727/Inmate-Locator. Under Minnesota Statute 13.82 and related statutes 13.85 and 641.05, inmate information is public data. Anoka County makes no representation about the accuracy or currency of this data, and it should not be used as the sole basis for legal action. People can and do use false identification, and identity can only be confirmed definitively through fingerprint comparison.

The Anoka County Sheriff's Office is located at 13301 Hanson Boulevard NW, Andover, MN 55304. Main phone is 763-324-5000. The office patrols 446 square miles including 23 square miles of water and serves about 345,957 residents across the county. For arrest record requests from the Sheriff's Office Records Division, submit a data request form. In-person requests require valid government-issued photo ID. Processing typically takes five to ten business days. The Anoka County Mental Health Crisis Line is available 24/7 at (763) 755-3801.

Blaine Police Department Records

The Blaine Police Department Records Division is at 10801 Town Square Drive NE, Blaine, MN 55449. Phone is 763-784-2501. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., excluding holidays. The Records Division handles background checks and records requests for Blaine-specific incidents. An important note: Blaine Police can only do a local record check of Blaine records. For a full statewide background check, you need to contact the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension directly.

This distinction matters. If you need to know if someone has arrests or convictions from other Minnesota counties, a Blaine-only records check will not show those. You need the BCA for a complete picture. The department handles all public data requests under the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act. Anoka County does not maintain a public online mugshot database; booking photographs require a formal records request. For records involving other Anoka County cities, contact the Anoka County Sheriff's Office Records Division. For non-emergency online reporting in Blaine, check the department's website. Emergencies require 911.

For victim assistance resources connected to Blaine arrests, the Anoka County Attorney's Office provides victim-witness assistance at (763) 323-5549. Anoka County also offers expungement information for those seeking to seal criminal records under Minnesota Statutes Chapter 609A. Mediation Services for Anoka County, at 2520 Coon Rapids Boulevard, Suite 100, Coon Rapids, MN 55433, can be reached at 612-422-8878 and offers victim-offender mediation for those interested in that option.

Statewide Inmate Search Tools

The MN DOC Offender Locator covers individuals in Minnesota state prisons and those on supervised release from state custody. It does not cover county jail inmates. Search by name, DOC offender ID, or date of birth. Results show the current location or supervision status, conviction details, sentence information, and a photo when available. DOC Records Management is at (651) 361-7330.

VINE covers the Anoka County Jail and most county jails in Minnesota. You can look up an inmate by name and register for free custody change alerts. Alerts arrive by phone, email, or text. The Minnesota VINE number is 877-664-8463. The service runs 24 hours a day and is free. It does not cover federal facilities. For state prison release notifications, use Minnesota Haven at 1-800-657-3830. The Anoka County Jail's online system tracks releases for 10 days after release, which is longer than most county systems.

Predatory Offender Registry

The MN DOC Public Registrant Search lists predatory offenders subject to public disclosure. Registration is required under Minnesota Statute 243.166 for convictions involving criminal sexual conduct, murder with sexual motivation, kidnapping, and child exploitation. The minimum registration period is ten years. Lifetime registration applies in certain high-risk cases. Failure to register is a felony punishable by up to five years in prison and a $10,000 fine.

The public registry shows Level II and Level III offenders. Level III carries the highest risk level and the most expansive community notification under Minnesota Statute 244.052. Law enforcement must notify communities within 14 days of confirming a Level III offender's address. Level I offenders are not publicly listed. Search by name or view a map. Contact the DOC Community Notification Unit at (651) 361-7340 or (866) 396-9953, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Court Records

Blaine criminal cases are filed in Anoka County District Court. The Minnesota Court Records Online (MCRO) system provides free public access to case summaries and docket entries. Search by name, case number, attorney, or citation. Case summaries and docket entries are free to view. Electronic documents from July 1, 2015, forward are available online. Certified copies cost $10 each. For older records or complete case files, contact the Anoka County District Court directly.

For a full statewide criminal history check, the BCA provides a public online search at ch.state.mn.us for $15 per person. This is the most complete source for Minnesota conviction data. Results are available immediately. Conviction records are public for 15 years after sentence discharge. Call the BCA Criminal History Unit at (651) 793-2400. The office is at 1430 Maryland Avenue East, St. Paul, MN 55106.

Public Records Access

Under Minnesota Statute 13.82, arrest data is public from the time of booking. Public data includes the date, time, and place of arrest; the charge; and the arrested person's name, age, sex, and last known address. It includes whether the person was held or released. Booking photos are public but may be withheld during active investigations.

Most corrections and detention data is private under Minnesota Statute 13.85. Arrest data and summary statistics are the public exceptions. Medical, psychological, and financial records in correctional settings are protected. BCA conviction data is public for 15 years following sentence completion. These rules apply to the Anoka County Jail, Blaine Police Department, and all Minnesota law enforcement. Anoka County's online disclaimer makes clear that inmate data should not be relied on for legal action and that true identity can only be confirmed through fingerprint comparison.

Nearby Cities

These cities are near Blaine. Each uses the county jail system for custody records.