Wabasha County Booking Releases
Wabasha County booking releases are public records kept by the Wabasha County Sheriff's Office, which operates the county jail along the Mississippi River in southeastern Minnesota. You can look up current inmates, check booking dates, and review charges for anyone held at the facility. The sheriff's office makes this data available to the public, so you don't need to file a formal records request to get basic booking information. This page explains where to find those records and what they contain.
Wabasha County Overview
Wabasha County Sheriff's Office
The Wabasha County Sheriff's Office handles all booking and jail operations for the county. The facility is located in the city of Wabasha, near the Wisconsin border along the Mississippi. The sheriff's office is responsible for all arrest records and inmate tracking at the county jail.
| Address | 848 17th St E, Wabasha, MN 55981 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (651) 565-3361 |
| Jail Phone | (651) 565-3361 |
| Website | co.wabasha.mn.us/216/Sheriffs-Office |
The sheriff's office serves all of Wabasha County's roughly 21,000 residents. For urgent matters, you can reach the jail by phone around the clock. Admin staff are available during regular business hours on weekdays.
How to Find Wabasha County Booking Releases Online
The Wabasha County Sheriff's website is the starting point for booking release searches. Visit the sheriff's page to check for any posted inmate roster or in-custody list. Some smaller county jails post a PDF or web list that updates daily. Check the site directly, as the format and update schedule can vary.
The screenshot below shows the Minnesota BCA criminal history search portal, which is one state-level resource you can use in addition to county records.
The BCA portal covers statewide conviction data and can help you verify details tied to a Wabasha County booking.
VINE (Victim Information and Notification Everyday) is another option. You can search for Wabasha County inmates at vinelink.com or call 1-877-664-8463. VINE lets you look up current custody status by name and sign up for release alerts at no cost.
Note: Booking records are public data under Minnesota law, but an arrest does not mean a person is guilty of any crime.
What Wabasha Booking Records Include
A standard Wabasha County booking release entry shows the full name of the person booked, the date and time they were taken into custody, and the agency that made the arrest. You will also see the charges or hold reasons listed, along with a case or crime number. That number can connect you to court records if you need more detail about the case.
Under Minnesota Statute 13.82, law enforcement must make arrest and booking data public. This covers the name, date, charges, and arresting agency. The county cannot withhold this core information. If you need records beyond what the roster shows, contact the sheriff directly or search through Minnesota Court Records Online, which is free and covers all 87 counties.
The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension offers a statewide criminal history search for $8. That database covers conviction records, not just current bookings. It's a good supplement when you need a more complete record.
Legal Framework for Booking Data in Wabasha County
Three statutes shape how Wabasha County handles booking and jail records. Minnesota Statute 13.82 makes most law enforcement data public, including name, arrest date, charges, and arresting agency. This is the main law that lets anyone access booking releases without a formal request.
Minnesota Statute 13.85 covers data held by correctional facilities. It defines what inmate information is public and what can be restricted. Core booking and charge data stays public under this statute, while medical records and certain security details may be withheld.
Minnesota Statute 641.05 requires the sheriff to keep a full record of every person committed to the jail, including the time and cause of commitment and the date of release. This statute is the legal basis for the roster itself. Together, these three laws keep Wabasha County booking releases open and accessible.
Visiting and Communicating with Wabasha County Inmates
To visit someone at the Wabasha County Jail, contact the jail by phone to ask about current visitation rules. Schedules, rules, and hours can change, so always confirm before making the trip. You will likely need to bring valid photo ID and follow any dress code the facility has in place.
Mail is generally accepted for inmates. Address letters to the person's full name at the Wabasha County Jail, 848 17th St E, Wabasha, MN 55981. The jail reviews all incoming mail. Do not send packages, food, or unauthorized items, as they will be returned or discarded. For phone access, most jails use a collect call or prepaid account system. Ask the facility for details on how to set up an account so the person can call you.
Note: All visits and mail are subject to review by jail staff under facility security policies.
Additional Resources for Wabasha County Records
The VINE system provides free inmate lookup and custody notifications across Minnesota. You can search by name or offender ID to find current status for anyone in a Minnesota jail or prison. Call 1-877-664-8463 to use VINE by phone. The notification feature is especially useful if you want to know when someone is released.
Minnesota Court Records Online gives free access to case data from all 87 counties. If someone was booked in Wabasha County, you can search for any linked court case at the court records portal. This shows hearing dates, case status, and filings. The Minnesota Department of Corrections offender search covers people in state prison and is separate from county jail records. Use it if a person has been transferred out of the county system.
Cities in Wabasha County
No major cities in Wabasha County have dedicated pages on this site. Residents use the Wabasha County Sheriff's Office for all booking release information.
Nearby Counties
Wabasha County borders several other Minnesota counties, each with their own booking release records.