Clearwater County Jail Roster

The Clearwater County jail roster lists inmates held at the county jail in Bagley, Minnesota. The list updates about every 60 minutes, so the data stays fairly current throughout the day. You can view it online through the county website. The roster shows names, ages, booking dates, and charges. Clearwater County is a rural area in northwestern Minnesota. The jail is a small facility that serves the entire county. If someone was picked up by law enforcement here, the jail roster tells you whether they are still in custody. You can also use the inmate voicemail service or call the sheriff's office directly for up-to-date booking info.

Clearwater County Jail Details

The Clearwater County Jail is in the Clearwater County Courthouse at 213 Main Avenue North, Bagley, MN 56621. The sheriff's office sits on the first floor of the courthouse, Department 102. Both share the same phone number: (218) 694-6226. The fax is (218) 694-6964. For general county info, call 218-694-6520.

The office keeps regular hours, Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The jail itself operates around the clock for bookings and inmate management. It is a small facility, and Clearwater County contracts with Mahnomen County for extra jail beds when needed. This arrangement helps handle overflow when the local facility fills up. MN Stat. 641.05 puts the sheriff in charge of this operation.

Search the Clearwater County Jail Roster

The Clearwater County inmate list is online at clearwatercountymn.gov/inmate-list. This page attempts to update every 60 minutes. The county posts a disclaimer that the data is not guaranteed to be current or accurate at any given moment. Even so, it is the most convenient way to check who is in custody without calling anyone.

There is also a legacy roster page at the old county website. Both point to the same data. The roster shows names, ages, booking dates, and charges. You cannot search by name on the page itself. You just view the full list and look for the person you need.

VINELink works for Clearwater County too. Head to www.vinelink.com, pick Minnesota, then Clearwater County. You search by name and can register for alerts. VINELink updates every 15 minutes, which is actually faster than the jail roster itself. Call 1-877-MN-4-VINE (1-877-664-8463) for the phone version. It is free.

You can reach the inmate voicemail service at 218-214-7070. Leave your name, a callback number, and the inmate's name. This line takes voicemails only. It is not a direct phone to any inmate. The jail staff pass along messages as they see fit.

Note: The roster updates every 60 minutes; for the most current info, call the sheriff at (218) 694-6226.

Visiting Inmates at the Clearwater County Jail

Clearwater County has specific rules for jail visits. You must show a photo ID when you arrive. There is a dress code, so check with the jail before you go. Staff may run a warrant check on all visitors. Do not bring food, drinks, or pets. Minors must come with a parent or guardian. Visits last about 15 to 20 minutes to make sure everyone gets a turn.

These rules are typical for small jails in Minnesota. The limited visit time reflects the small staff size and the need to manage the facility safely. If you want to schedule a visit, call (218) 694-6226 ahead of time. Staff can tell you the current visiting schedule and any additional rules that may apply.

Clearwater County Jail Roster Laws

Jail roster data in Clearwater County is public under MN Stat. 13.82. Names, booking dates, and charges are all available to anyone who asks. The sheriff posts this data online to satisfy the state's data practices requirements. MN Stat. 13.85 protects private records like medical files and internal discipline reports. Those stay off the public roster.

Under MN Stat. 387.03, the sheriff is the keeper of the jail. MN Stat. 641.05 reinforces this by saying the sheriff has charge of all inmates. The Minnesota DOC conducts inspections to make sure the jail meets state standards. Because Clearwater County contracts with Mahnomen County for overflow beds, both facilities must meet the same state requirements for housing inmates.

Clearwater County Inmate Services

The Clearwater County Jail has an inmate voicemail service. Call 218-214-7070 and leave a message with your name, a callback number, and the inmate's name. Staff pass along messages when they can. This is a voicemail-only line, not a direct call to inmates. It is a useful option if you cannot visit in person or if you are trying to reach someone who was just booked in.

For phone calls out of the jail, inmates use whatever system the facility has set up. Contact the jail at (218) 694-6226 to learn which phone provider handles calls and what the rates are. Mail rules depend on current jail policy. Always ask before sending anything to make sure it will get through to the inmate.

Cities in Clearwater County

Clearwater County includes Bagley, Clearbrook, Gonvick, and other small communities. None have separate jails. All arrests in the county go through the Clearwater County Jail in Bagley.

Nearby Counties

Try these neighboring counties if you did not find what you needed on the Clearwater County jail roster.