Find Felony Records in Hubbard County
Hubbard County felony records are on file at the 9th Judicial District Court in Park Rapids. Located in north-central Minnesota, the county has about 21,000 residents and is known for its lakes and forests. Park Rapids is the county seat and where the courthouse and sheriff's office are based. You can look up felony case records through state online databases at no cost. The Sheriff's Office keeps arrest and booking data, and the district court maintains all criminal case files.
Hubbard County Overview
Hubbard County Sheriff's Office
The Hubbard County Sheriff patrols the county and runs the jail in Park Rapids. Felony arrests result in booking records that include the charges, date, and arresting officer. These are public data under Minnesota law.
The county sees seasonal population spikes because of tourism around the lake areas. Drug offenses, property crimes, and DWI felonies are the most common charges. The sheriff works with the Park Rapids Police Department and state agencies on felony investigations. Under Statute 641.08, detailed records are kept for everyone held in the county jail. Call (218) 732-3391 for records questions or visit the office in person.
The jail commitment log is a public record. It tracks the name, charges, commitment authority, and dates for every person held. When you call or write for records, give the person's full name and a date range. The sheriff's staff will search the log and let you know what they find. There is no charge for basic booking record checks at the sheriff's office. Certified copies of court documents are handled by the court clerk at the courthouse.
| Office | Hubbard County Sheriff's Office |
|---|---|
| Address |
Hubbard County Courthouse Park Rapids, MN 56470 |
| Phone | (218) 732-3391 |
| Court Phone | (218) 732-0126 |
| Website | co.hubbard.mn.us |
Searching Hubbard County Felony Records
The Minnesota Court Records Online system is the best place to start. It covers the 9th Judicial District. Search by name or case number to see charges, case status, and court dates. Documents filed after July 2015 might be viewable online.
For conviction data, use the BCA Criminal History Search. This free tool shows felony convictions for 15 years after sentence completion. It covers all counties in Minnesota. Under Statute 13.87, conviction data is classified as public during that window. Enter a name and date of birth to search.
You can also search in person at the Hubbard County Courthouse. Public access terminals give the fullest view of electronic records. The clerk can help pull older files and make copies.
The BCA search tool is free and covers felony conviction data from every Minnesota county.
Hubbard County Court Records
The 9th Judicial District Court handles felony cases in Hubbard County. A felony is defined under Statute 609.02 as any crime that can bring at least one year in prison. The court in Park Rapids keeps all case files, including complaints, charges, plea agreements, and sentencing orders. Most are public once filed.
Felony case files are retained for 50 years under Statute 138.17. Murder files are permanent. Active investigations stay restricted under Statute 13.82. The DOC offender locator shows people under state corrections supervision, including those convicted in Hubbard County.
The court in Park Rapids also keeps records of probation orders and supervised release conditions. These are part of the case file and stay on record. If someone was placed on probation for a felony in Hubbard County, the terms of that probation are in the court file. Violations of probation that lead to new charges create additional records too.
Note: Hubbard County is part of the 9th Judicial District, which covers much of northern Minnesota.
Expungement in Hubbard County
The Clean Slate Act provides automatic sealing of eligible felony records five years after a sentence ends. The BCA manages the process. Violent felonies and sex offenses with registration requirements do not qualify.
Under Statute 609A.015, the BCA reviews each Hubbard County felony record to see if it meets the sealing criteria. The review checks the crime type and whether the person has new convictions. Sealed records drop off the BCA public search and MCRO. Law enforcement still has access to them. The court in Park Rapids keeps the original file after sealing.
For cases that are not eligible, file a petition with the Hubbard County court under Chapter 609A. Free forms are at mncourts.gov. Check helpsealmyrecord.org to see if your case might qualify. Legal aid groups in northern Minnesota can help with petitions.
Legal Help in Hubbard County
Legal Aid Service of Northeastern Minnesota covers the Hubbard County area. LawHelpMN has court forms and self-help guides. The VINE system lets crime victims track offender status with real-time notifications.
Hubbard County shares the 9th Judicial District with many other northern Minnesota counties. For broader searches, the statewide MCRO and BCA systems cover all districts. The court clerk in Park Rapids can answer questions about specific Hubbard County cases. You can call (218) 732-0126 before making the trip to confirm hours and ask what files they have for the case you need. Older felony records may be on paper, so give staff extra time to locate them.
If you are looking for details on a felony case in Hubbard County, keep in mind that court records are public in most situations. Under Statute 13.03, you can request records without giving a reason. Adult felony data is generally open. Some juvenile records and mental health cases have restrictions. The Park Rapids courthouse is the best place for a thorough search of older files that may not be in the online system yet.
Nearby Counties
Counties bordering Hubbard County in north-central Minnesota.