Access Murray County Felony Records

Murray County felony records are managed by the District Court and Sheriff's Office in Slayton. This rural county in southwestern Minnesota is part of the 5th Judicial District. The case volume is small, but the court handles every type of felony charge that comes through. You can search for felony records online using the state court system or the BCA criminal history search. Both tools are free. If you need copies of court documents or records that are not in the digital system, call the court clerk in Slayton. This page has all the contacts and search tools you need to find Murray County felony records.

Murray County Sheriff

The Murray County Sheriff's Office is the main law enforcement agency for the county. They handle patrols, arrests, and jail operations. Arrest data from the office goes into the BCA statewide criminal history system.

This is a small county. The sheriff covers a wide area with a small team. They work with the state patrol and nearby county agencies on larger cases and drug investigations. The office also assists with serving warrants and court orders across the county. Under Statute 13.82, arrest data is public unless an active investigation prevents its release. Call the office for basic booking info or questions about recent incidents in the area.

Search Murray County Felony Cases

Use Minnesota Court Records Online to look up felony cases from Murray County. It is free. Search by name or case number to see charges, hearing dates, and case outcomes.

The BCA Criminal History Search is useful for conviction records. It shows public data on felonies and gross misdemeanors statewide. You need a name and date of birth. Under Statute 13.87, conviction data is public for 15 years after the sentence ends.

If the online tools don't show what you need, contact the Murray County District Court at (507) 836-6141. The clerk can look through local case files and help with copies of documents. In-person visits to the courthouse in Slayton are another option during regular business hours.

Under Statute 641.08, county jails are required to maintain a register of all people held in custody. This register is a public record. Contact the sheriff's office if you need current booking data from the Murray County jail.

Murray County District Court

All felony cases in Murray County go through the District Court in Slayton. It is part of the 5th Judicial District. A felony is defined under Statute 609.02 as any offense with a potential sentence over one year in prison.

The court processes cases from first appearance through sentencing. Case files contain the complaint, police reports, motions, plea deals, and the judgment. Most are public records. Felony files are kept for at least 50 years, with murder cases stored permanently. The clerk can help you get copies of any documents in the file. Under Statute 138.17, the state sets retention schedules for government records.

What Murray County Felony Records Include

Felony records from Murray County contain the defendant's name, the charges, the court of conviction, and the sentence imposed. Arrest data lists the date, location, and the agency that made the arrest. Court files include the complaint, motions, hearing dates, plea agreements, and the judgment. Docket entries track each event in the case. The DOC keeps separate records for people who went to state prison, covering their custody status, supervised release, and discharge date.

Expungement in Murray County

Under Chapter 609A, some felony records can be sealed through expungement. You petition the District Court in Slayton for Murray County cases. The judge holds a hearing and decides based on public safety, rehabilitation, and the nature of the offense.

Most felonies require a five-year wait after the sentence ends. Violent crimes may have longer waits or be ineligible. Under Statute 609A.015, the law lists which offenses qualify and the waiting period for each. Free tools and forms at Help Seal My Record can help you get started. Expungement seals a record from public view but does not destroy it. You must notify all agencies that hold copies of the record when you file the petition.

Note: Sealed records can still be accessed by law enforcement in certain situations.

Murray County Felony Record Access

The BCA criminal history search covers Murray County and all other Minnesota counties for public felony conviction data.

Check the DOC offender locator for people in state prison. Use VINELink for custody change alerts.

Legal Help in Murray County

LawHelpMN lists free legal aid groups for southwestern Minnesota. If you face a felony charge and can't pay for a lawyer, the court assigns a public defender. The MN Courts site explains how to request court records from any county.

Under Statute 13.03, government data in Minnesota is public unless a specific law says otherwise. This covers most court records and law enforcement arrest data. For questions about what Murray County records you can access, contact the court clerk in Slayton or the sheriff's office.

Cities in Murray County

Murray County includes Slayton, Fulda, Currie, and a few other small communities. All felony cases go through the District Court in Slayton. No cities in this county have their own page on this site.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Murray County. Check the arrest location to find the right court.