Todd County Background Check Records
Todd County background check records are maintained at the state and county level, with the BCA criminal history database, the Todd County District Court in Long Prairie, and the Sheriff's Office each holding distinct types of public information. Todd County is a rural county in central Minnesota and is part of the 7th Judicial District. Criminal history data, court filings, and DOC supervision records are all available to the public under Minnesota law. This page explains each resource, how to access it online or in person, and what to do when you need certified records.
Todd County Overview
BCA Criminal History Search
The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension provides a free public criminal history search at chs.state.mn.us. Arrests and convictions in Todd County are reported into this system by the Sheriff's Office and courts. Under Minnesota Statute 13.87, conviction records remain public for 15 years after discharge. Arrest data is public under Statute 13.82. Searches use name and date of birth. No account is needed. The database covers all 87 Minnesota counties in one query, so you can check whether a person has records in multiple counties at the same time.
Records sealed under Statute 609A do not appear in public search results. Certified copies require a mail request and a $15 fee payable to the BCA. This is the best first stop for any Todd County criminal history search.
The BCA Public Criminal History portal covers Todd County along with every other Minnesota county.
Results display quickly. Certified responses take about two weeks when ordered by mail.
Todd County District Court
Todd County District Court is located at 215 1st Avenue S, Long Prairie, MN 56347. The clerk can be reached at 320-732-7800. The court handles criminal, civil, family, and probate matters and is part of the 7th Judicial District. Court records are public unless a judge has ordered them sealed. Visiting the courthouse in person is the most complete way to access full case files. Staff can look up cases by name or case number, pull docket entries, and confirm hearing dates. Copy fees apply for printed records.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | 215 1st Avenue S, Long Prairie, MN 56347 |
| Phone | 320-732-7800 |
| Website | mncourts.gov/Find-Courts/Todd.aspx |
| Judicial District | 7th Judicial District |
| Case Types | Criminal, civil, family, probate |
The Minnesota Judicial Branch directory for Todd County confirms current hours, contact info, and location details.
Call ahead to confirm hours before visiting. Court schedules can change without notice.
Minnesota Court Records Online (MCRO)
MCRO at mncourts.gov/access-case-records/mcro provides free remote access to Todd County court records. You can search criminal and civil cases by name or case number without traveling to Long Prairie. The system shows case status, charges, and outcome information. Sealed records and juvenile matters are not included in public MCRO results. For rural counties like Todd, MCRO is a practical alternative to in-person courthouse visits when you just need case status or basic filing information. Searches are free and instant.
MPA Remote Access
MPA Remote at pa.courts.state.mn.us is a second statewide court record tool. It covers case calendars and hearing schedules in addition to case records. For Todd County, checking both MPA Remote and MCRO gives a more complete view of court activity. Both tools are free and do not require login for basic public access. MPA Remote is especially useful for checking upcoming hearings and active court calendars for the county.
Todd County Sheriff's Office
The Todd County Sheriff's Office is at 115 3rd Street S, Long Prairie, MN 56347. The main number is 320-732-2157. The Sheriff is responsible for law enforcement in unincorporated areas of Todd County and operates the county jail. Under Minnesota Statute 299C.10, the Sheriff must fingerprint individuals arrested for qualifying offenses and submit that data to the BCA. This ensures Todd County arrests appear in the statewide criminal history database as they occur. For local record requests, contact the Sheriff's Office directly. Some records require a written Data Practices Act request.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | 115 3rd Street S, Long Prairie, MN 56347 |
| Phone | 320-732-2157 |
| Jurisdiction | Unincorporated Todd County and county jail |
| Fingerprint Reporting | To BCA per Statute 299C.10 |
Call the Sheriff's Office before visiting to confirm what documentation is needed for a record request.
DOC Offender Locator
The Minnesota Department of Corrections Offender Locator at coms.doc.state.mn.us/PublicViewer is free and available to the public. It shows the current custody and supervision status of anyone under DOC oversight in Minnesota, including those from Todd County. You can search by name or DOC number. Results show facility location and supervision type. Minnesota Statute 243.166 requires predatory offenders to register with local law enforcement and update their address as needed, which supports the accuracy of statewide public records.
The DOC Offender Locator is updated regularly and is a useful tool alongside the BCA database.
Search by name or DOC number to check current status for any person in the corrections system.
Minnesota Data Practices Act
Under the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, most government records are public and available on request. Criminal justice data, including arrest and conviction records, is public by default in Minnesota. To get records from Todd County agencies, contact the Sheriff's Office or court clerk and submit a written data request. Agencies have ten business days to respond. Some records, such as juvenile files or materials tied to active investigations, are classified as private and cannot be released. If a denial is improper, you can appeal to the Office of Administrative Hearings.
BCA Mail Requests
To get a certified criminal history record from the BCA, mail a written request to Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, 1430 Maryland Avenue E, St. Paul, MN 55106. Include the subject's full name and date of birth. Attach a $15 check or money order payable to the BCA. Call 651-793-2400 for current instructions or to ask questions. Processing takes about two weeks. Certified records are the appropriate option when you need official documentation of a criminal history search rather than the free online public search result.
Communities in Todd County
Todd County includes Long Prairie, Staples, and Browerville among its communities. None currently meet the population threshold for a dedicated city page. Records for all Todd County communities can be found using the county and state tools described above.
Nearby Counties
Todd County is bordered by several central Minnesota counties, each with their own court and sheriff record systems.