Beltrami County Inmate Records

Beltrami County released inmate records and current custody information are available through the Beltrami County Adult Corrections Center in Bemidji. The facility handles bookings, holds sentenced offenders, and manages releases for the county. Searching released inmates in Beltrami County can be done through the county's corrections page, the Minnesota DOC Offender Locator, or the VINE notification system. This page covers the tools available to the public, explains how the local jail operates, and outlines what records Minnesota law makes available for Beltrami County inmates and those recently released.

Searching Released Inmates in Beltrami County

The Beltrami County Adult Corrections Center maintains records of all individuals booked into the facility. To search for released inmates or check current custody status, visit the Beltrami County Adult Corrections Center page. The corrections center is located at 626 Minnesota Ave NW in Bemidji, and can be reached at 218-333-4189. The judicial center, which handles court matters, is at 600 Minnesota Ave NW, Suite 108, and can be reached at 218-333-4120.

For custody verification by phone, call 218-333-4189 during business hours. The Sheriff's Office main number is 218-333-9111 and is located at 613 Minnesota Ave NW. If someone cannot be located through the local roster, they may have been transferred to another facility. Beltrami County regularly houses about 75 inmates in other county facilities due to capacity constraints at the local jail.

That overflow situation means that if you are looking for someone and they are not at the Beltrami County jail, they could be in a neighboring county's facility. The VINE system and the Minnesota DOC Locator can both help track down where someone is held regardless of which county or state facility has them.

The Beltrami County Adult Corrections Center page provides information on how to search inmate records, visiting hours, and how to contact the facility directly.

Capacity Issues and New Jail Plans

The current Beltrami County Jail opened in 1989. It was built to hold 66 people and at times has housed as many as 150. The flexible capacity is rated at 72 to 82 beds, but that is still far short of the county's needs. As a result, Beltrami County routinely sends around 75 inmates to jails in other counties, which costs money and makes visiting harder for families.

In November 2023, Beltrami County voters approved a sales tax specifically to fund a new jail. The new facility is planned for the Bemidji Industrial Park. Construction timelines and exact details are still developing, but the vote means the county has committed to building a facility that fits its current population. The new jail should eventually reduce or eliminate the need to send inmates out of county, which would make searching released inmate records simpler since everyone would be in one place.

In January 2024, a Minnesota DOC inspection found staffing violations that led to a reduced capacity order for the current facility. That order further strained the system and pushed even more inmates to neighboring county jails while the staffing situation was addressed.

The Reset Program and Reentry Services

Beltrami County runs an award-winning reentry program called Reset. The program reports a 53% success rate in reducing recidivism among participants, which is a notable outcome for a county-level corrections program. Reset has a dedicated coordinator who can be reached at 218-333-8163. A social worker is also on-site at the jail to help with case planning and connection to services upon release.

About 62% of Reset program clients are people dealing with opioid use. That reflects a broader trend across northern Minnesota where opioid-related arrests are a major driver of jail bookings. The program focuses on connecting people to treatment, housing, and support before they leave custody. When a released inmate has participated in Reset, they typically leave with a plan already in place rather than walking out with nothing.

Other programs at the Beltrami County jail include education classes, parenting programs, substance abuse treatment, Alcoholics Anonymous meetings, and chaplaincy services. Chaplaincy is offered Sunday evenings and Tuesdays. These programs are not required but are available to anyone in custody who wants to take part.

Minnesota Law and Released Inmate Data

Beltrami County releases inmate data in accordance with Minnesota state law. Minnesota Statute 13.82 requires law enforcement to make booking records and custody information publicly available. This includes the person's name, booking date, and the charges they are held on. The statute has been in effect for years and is the legal foundation for the online rosters that counties post.

The corrections and detention data statute, Minnesota Statute 13.85, covers what corrections agencies specifically can and cannot share. Under this statute, treatment records, mental health data, and certain case planning information are not public. What remains public includes custody status, release dates, and basic booking information. For anyone looking up a Beltrami County released inmate, this means you can expect to find name, charge, and status, but not medical or treatment details.

Visiting and PREA Policy

Visiting hours at the Beltrami County jail run daily from 7:30 to 11:30 a.m., 2 to 5 p.m., and 7 to 9 p.m. Video visitation is available through inmatecanteen.com for those who cannot visit in person. Video visits are useful for family members who live far away or who cannot get to Bemidji during visiting hours.

Beltrami County has a zero-tolerance PREA policy. If you have a PREA-related concern, the county can be reached at 218-333-4181. Support Within Reach, a local advocacy organization, can also be contacted at 218-444-9524 for support services.

The VINE service is available for anyone who wants automatic alerts on custody changes at the Beltrami County jail. Register online or call 877-664-8463. Alerts go by phone, text, or email and are sent when a status change is recorded in the jail's system. The Minnesota DOC victim notification page explains how VINE works across the state.

Since Beltrami County frequently transfers inmates to other facilities, the Minnesota DOC Offender Locator is especially useful for tracking where someone is currently held.

Court Records and Predatory Offender Registry

Court records for Beltrami County are searchable through Minnesota Court Records Online (MCRO). This free tool shows case filings, hearing dates, and dispositions from the Beltrami County District Court. Most adult criminal records are public. If you need certified copies of documents, contact the Beltrami County Court Administrator at the Judicial Center, 600 Minnesota Ave NW, Suite 108, phone 218-333-4120.

For sex offenders released in Beltrami County, the Minnesota Predatory Offender Registry is maintained by the DOC under Minnesota Statute 243.166. Risk levels determined under Minnesota Statute 244.052 govern how much community notification occurs when a registrant is released. The Sheriff's Office handles local notification for high-risk offenders in Beltrami County.

Cities in Beltrami County

Beltrami County's county seat is Bemidji. No cities in Beltrami County meet the population threshold for a dedicated city-level released inmate page.

Other communities in Beltrami County include Blackduck, Kelliher, and Northome. All jail and released inmate records for residents of these areas are handled through the Beltrami County Sheriff's Office and Adult Corrections Center in Bemidji.

Nearby Counties

These counties are near Beltrami County. Each has its own jail and released inmate records.