Morrison County Jail and Inmate Records

Morrison County released inmate records are managed by the Morrison County Sheriff's Office at the Morrison County Government Center in Little Falls. The 148-bed jail operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and houses both county inmates and those from neighboring counties. This page explains how to find released inmate records in Morrison County, including how to access the jail roster, use VINE for notifications, and check statewide databases.

Morrison County Jail

The Morrison County Jail is located at the Morrison County Government Center, 213 - 1st Avenue SE, Little Falls, MN 56345. The Sheriff's Office main line is (320) 632-9233 and the fax is (320) 632-0179. The direct jail line is (320) 632-2673. The facility operates continuously and holds adult male and female inmates. It is a 148-bed facility, which makes it a mid-sized county jail by Minnesota standards.

To find information about current or recently released inmates, visit the Morrison County Jail page at co.morrison.mn.us/173/Jail. This page provides current inmate roster information and links to related services. The roster shows who is in custody at the facility. If someone is no longer on the list, they have been released or transferred. Use the Minnesota DOC Offender Locator to check status after a transfer to a state facility.

The Morrison County Jail at the Government Center in Little Falls is a 148-bed facility serving Morrison County and neighboring counties that need additional detention space.

Inmate Services at Morrison County Jail

Morrison County Jail offers a range of inmate services that affect how you interact with someone in custody. The facility uses Stellar Services LLC for commissary, so inmates can purchase approved items while detained. Commissary orders are typically available on a regular schedule. Contact the jail at (320) 632-2673 for current commissary days and approved items.

Mail sent to inmates at the Morrison County Jail must go through the U.S. mail system. All incoming mail is subject to inspection for security purposes. Do not send mail through private carriers. Address mail to the inmate at Morrison County Jail, 213 - 1st Avenue SE, Little Falls, MN 56345. Include the inmate's full name and booking number if you know it.

Phone services allow inmates to maintain contact with family members and attorneys. The jail provides information about phone cards, collect calls, and voicemail options. Contact the facility to confirm the current phone provider and how to set up an account. Video visitation is also available at Morrison County Jail, which allows remote visits without the need for in-person travel to Little Falls.

Morrison County Jail's inmate services page at co.morrison.mn.us covers commissary, mail rules, phone options, and video visitation for inmates and their families.

Regional Detention Role

The Morrison County Jail does more than serve just local residents. The facility accepts inmates from neighboring counties that do not have enough jail space of their own. This is a common arrangement in rural Minnesota, where smaller counties may send inmates to larger facilities with available capacity. If you are searching for someone arrested in a county adjacent to Morrison County, it is worth checking whether they were transferred to the Little Falls facility.

The jail employs over 30 full and part-time staff members to support its operations. For a 148-bed facility, that level of staffing allows for multiple shifts and adequate supervision. Staff handling releases coordinate with courts, probation, and the arresting agency to ensure the process follows court orders and any supervision conditions attached to a sentence.

PREA compliance is a baseline requirement at Morrison County Jail. The facility maintains a zero-tolerance policy for sexual abuse and sexual harassment, in line with the Prison Rape Elimination Act standards that apply to all U.S. detention facilities. PREA reporting procedures are available to any inmate at the facility.

Minnesota Law and Inmate Record Access

Morrison County releases inmate data in accordance with Minnesota Statute 13.82. This statute requires law enforcement agencies to disclose basic booking and arrest information. Names, charges, booking dates, and custody status are all public. The jail roster meets this obligation and is the county's primary tool for public access to inmate data.

Corrections data privacy is set by Minnesota Statute 13.85. Medical records, treatment data, and case management information are protected from public release. If you need records that go beyond what the online roster shows, you can submit a written data practices request to the Morrison County Sheriff's Office at 213 - 1st Avenue SE, Little Falls, MN 56345.

Sex offenders released in Morrison County must register under Minnesota Statute 243.166. Risk assessments for predatory offenders are conducted under Minnesota Statute 244.052. The Predatory Offender Registry is searchable online and covers all registered offenders statewide including those from Morrison County.

Statewide Search Tools

The Minnesota DOC Offender Locator covers anyone under state DOC supervision. If a Morrison County inmate was transferred to a state prison, this tool is the right place to check their status and release information. The Offender Locator is free to search and is updated regularly.

Morrison County participates in the statewide VINE system. Register at VINELink or call 877-664-8463 to receive free automatic notifications when an inmate at Morrison County Jail is released or transferred. VINE runs 24/7 and sends alerts by phone, text, or email.

District court records for Morrison County are available at no cost through Minnesota Court Records Online (MCRO). Search by name or case number to find criminal, civil, and family case records. Most adult criminal records are public. Juvenile and sealed records are not available through MCRO.

For a full statewide criminal history, contact the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA). BCA reports require a fee and cover arrest and case records from all Minnesota courts. The BCA is part of the Department of Public Safety and handles requests from individuals and organizations alike.

Cities in Morrison County

Morrison County's county seat is Little Falls, which is where the Morrison County Government Center and jail are located. Other communities in the county include Pierz, Upsala, Motley, and Royalton. None of these cities meet the population threshold for individual city pages on this site. All county residents are served by the Morrison County Sheriff's Office at 213 - 1st Avenue SE in Little Falls.

Nearby Counties

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