What Are Mower County Arrest Records?
Mower county law enforcement agencies generate arrest records based on the arrest of county offenders. The arrest records created are documented and maintained by the Mower County Sheriff. Arrest records contain the arrested offender’s personal information, namely, full name, age, mugshot, alias, sex, race, height, hair color, eye color, and body weight. Also included in arrest records is the nature of the crime committed, date of arrest, charge description, arrest number, the arresting officer, arresting agency, venue of the arrest, and other arrest-related information. County residents interested in retrieving arrest records may query the office of the Mower County Sheriff at the address below:
201 1st Street NE, Suite 3
Austin, MN 55912
Phone number: (507) 437-9408
Crime Statistics
Based on the FBI report released by the Criminal Justice Information Services Division, the Mower County Sheriff’s Office reported a total of 186 indexed crimes in 2017. Among the crimes reported were nine violent crimes, six rape crimes, one robbery, two aggravated assaults, 83 property crimes, 31 burglaries, 41 larceny-thefts, 11 motor vehicle thefts, and two arsons. The Mower County Sheriff’s office did not report any murder and nonnegligent manslaughter.
What Are Mower County Criminal Records?
Mower county criminal records are official documents, also referred to as rap sheets, that detail the criminal activities of county citizens above 18 years old. Criminal records are open to the general public and may be used for official purposes, unlike arrest records. Criminal records summarize criminal history information, including the offenses committed, arrest history, conviction records, past criminal charges, indictment records sentences, and acquittals.
Criminal records also contain the subject’s personal information such as full name, alias, sex, mugshot, age, eye color, fingerprints, hair color, height, body weight, and race. The Mower County Sheriff is the custodian for criminal records in the county. The Criminal History System of the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension Division maintains criminal records in the state.
How Do I Get Mower County Criminal Records?
Mower county criminal records applicants may query the Mower County Sheriff’s Office by mail or in-person for copies of criminal records. Applicants should submit a criminal record application, a copy of the applicant's valid government-issued ID, and the person’s full name and date of birth. Application charges may also apply. Applicants may contact the Mower County Sheriff for inquiry on the application requirements and charges.
201 1st Street NE, Suite 3
Austin, MN 55912
Phone number: (507) 437-9408
Applicants may submit criminal records applications that should include a copy of the applicant’s valid ID, the full name and date of birth, and the subject of the record. The application must be dated, signed, and notarized by a notary public. The charge for criminal records is $8 for the applicant’s criminal records and $15 for another person's criminal records. The charge for charitable nonprofit organizations is $8. Charges are payable with check or money order to the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension. Mail-in applications should include a self-addressed and stamped envelope. Mail-in applications are processed in about two weeks, while in-person applications are processed in three days. The address may be submitted to:
Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension
CHA Unit
1430 Maryland Ave. E.
St. Paul, MN 55106
The office of the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension is open from Monday to Friday, between 8:15 a.m. and 4:00 pm, except for holidays.
The Bureau of Criminal Apprehension also maintains an online database of criminal records where interested persons may search for criminal records online.
How to Find Mower County Sex Offender Information
The Bureau of Criminal Apprehension maintains a database where interested persons may conduct a predatory offender search by name, location, and age. The Mower County Sheriff’s Office also compiles and manages an accessible registry on county sex offenders. This registry is regularly updated and can be accessed by contacting the County Sheriff’s Office.
201 1st Street NE, Suite 3
Austin, MN 55912
Phone number: (507) 437-9408
How Do I Visit an Inmate in Mower County Jail?
The Mower County Sheriff’s Office manages the jail administration, which also includes county inmate visitation onsite. Intending visitors above 18 years old may contact a county jail staff on (507) 437-9562 or visit the county jail kiosk to schedule a visit. Minors are only permitted to visit when accompanied by their legal guardians or parents. During the registration before the visit, the visitor will be required to tender a valid government-issued photo ID and drop all contrabands. Contrabands may include cell phones, bags, drinks, drugs, recording devices, and others specified by the jail staff. Visitors must wear decent and appropriate clothes during visits. The visiting hours are as follows:
Tuesday - 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday - 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Thursday - 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Friday 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Individuals may contact county inmates on (507) 433-4366
The Mower county jail is located at:
201 2nd Ave NE,
Austin MN 55912
Where and How to Find Mower County Inmate Information
Interested persons may view information on inmates currently in Mower county jail online on the inmate registry. The County Sheriff’s Office generates and maintains county inmate information. The record contains the inmates’ full names, sex, age, booking number, intake date, and charges. The Minnesota Department of Corrections also has an offender search registry where individuals may search for inmates in cases where the inmate has been transferred to another jail. The record contains information on offenders in prison and offenders released from prison but still under supervision.
What Are Mower County Court Records?
Mower county court records are documents on court cases heard in county courts. Court records include court transcripts, case files, affidavits, final dispositions, and dockets. The Clerk of Court is responsible for the filing, collation, and management of Mower county court records. Persons interested in obtaining Mower county court records may query the office of the Mower Clerk of Courts via mail or in person.
The Minnesota Judicial Branch is the central repository for court records in the state. The Minnesota Judicial Branch maintains a court records portal where interested persons may access statewide public case records online.
Location of All Courts in Mower County
The address and contact information of the District Court in Mower county is as follows:
Mower County District Court
Mower County Justice Center
201 2nd Avenue NE, Suite 3, Austin, MN 55912
Phone: (507) 437-9465
Fax: (507) 434-2702
What Are Mower County Vital Records?
Mower county vital records are face sheet documents generated and officially issued by the County Auditor/Treasurer's Office to county residents. Vital records include documents on notable life happenings, such as births, marriages, divorces, and deaths. The Clerk of Court maintains and disperses divorce records to interested county residents on request.
Where and How to Get Mower County Divorce Records
The Clerk of Court files and maintains divorce records in Mower county. Individuals interested in obtaining Mower county divorce records may query the Clerk of Court’s office. Interested county residents may submit divorce record requests with the full names of the divorced couple, the date, the place of divorce, and the applicant’s valid government-issued ID. Requestors may be required to pay a record processing fee.
The Minnesota Judicial Branch also manages a portal where interested persons may search court records like divorce records. Below is the Clerk of Court’s office:
Mower County District Court
Mower County Justice Center
201 2nd Avenue NE, Suite 3, Austin, MN 55912
Phone: (507) 437-9465
Fax: (507) 434-2702
Where and How to Get Mower County Marriage Records
Mower county residents may obtain marriage records at the office of the County Auditor/Treasurer's Office. The marriage record requests form for certified records should be completed and submitted alongside a valid government-issued ID and $9.00 for each marriage record copy. The fees are payable with a check, cash, or money order. For mail-in requests, requestors should include a self-addressed return envelope with the request to:
Auditor-Treasurer Office
201 1st Street NE, Suite 7
Austin, MN 55912
Phone: (507) 437-9535 or (507) 437-9456
Fax: (507) 434-2646
The Minnesota Official Marriage System maintains a portal where interested persons may search for marriage records online by name or date range.
Where and How to Get Mower County Birth Records
Eligible persons may access Mower county birth records at the County Auditor/Treasurer's Office. Eligible persons include the subject of the record, direct relatives, legal guardian, licensed attorney, a person with a notarized authorization from any of the eligible persons, and a person authorized by a court order. Birth records requests should include the following:
- A valid government-issued photo ID
- A completed and signed birth record application form
- $26 fee for the first copy of a birth record and $19 for each additional copy.
Auditor-Treasurer Office
201 1st Street NE, Suite 7
Austin, MN 55912
Phone: (507) 437-9535 or (507) 437-9456
Fax: (507) 434-2646
Where and How to Get Mower County Death Records
Eligible persons interested in obtaining Mower county death records may query the County Auditor/Treasurer's Office. Eligible persons include the person named on the record, direct relatives, a successor of the subject, a trustee of a trust, licensed attorney, representative of a governmental agency, a person with a notarized authorization from any of the eligible persons, and a person authorized by a court order. Mower county death records requests should include the following:
- A valid government-issued photo ID
- A completed and signed death record application form
- A $26 fee for the first copy of a death record and $19 for each additional copy.
Auditor-Treasurer Office
201 1st Street NE, Suite 7
Austin, MN 55912
Phone: (507) 437-9535 or (507) 437-9456
Fax: (507) 434-2646
In addition to government agencies, county public records may also be obtained from third-party websites. These non-government platforms come with intuitive tools that allow for expansive searches. Record seekers may either opt to use these tools to search for a specific record or multiple records. Users are able to search third-party websites remotely for multiple records at a time with just the name of the record subject and their last known location, including the city, county, or state. Third-party sites are not sponsored by government agencies. Because of this, record availability and results may vary.
