Anoka County Criminal Court Records
Anoka County criminal court records are kept at the District Court in the city of Anoka, which serves as the county seat. The court handles felony, gross misdemeanor, and misdemeanor cases filed by the county attorney and local law enforcement agencies throughout the county. You can search case information online for free through the Minnesota Court Records Online system, or visit the courthouse in person to review files. The Anoka County Sheriff also maintains an inmate locator, a criminal complaint search tool, and a warrant search on its website, giving you several ways to find information about recent arrests and filings.
Anoka County Overview
Anoka County District Court
The Anoka County District Court is part of Minnesota's 10th Judicial District. It handles all criminal matters originating in Anoka County, from first appearances to final dispositions. The Court Administrator's office processes case filings, maintains the official record, and handles copy requests from the public. Court sessions are open to the public, and the daily calendar is posted online at 7:00 AM and updated throughout the day.
| Address | 2100 3rd Avenue, Anoka, MN 55303 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (763) 760-6700 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM |
| District | 10th Judicial District |
| Court Info | mncourts.gov/find-courts/anoka |
If you are coming in to review a case file or request copies, bring the case number or the full name of the defendant. Staff can locate records faster with that info. Walk-in service is available during regular business hours.
Search Records Online with MCRO
The Minnesota Court Records Online system, known as MCRO, is the official free portal for public case searches. You can find Anoka County criminal cases by defendant name, case number, or hearing date. The system shows party names, charges, case status, and hearing schedules. Case documents filed on or after July 1, 2015, are available to view and download at no cost.
To access MCRO, go to publicaccess.courts.state.mn.us. Select Anoka County from the county dropdown and enter your search criteria. Results load quickly. You can also browse court calendars to see what cases are scheduled on a given day. The calendar updates hourly, so it stays current throughout each court session.
Note: Some juvenile records and cases sealed by court order do not appear in MCRO. Confidential records are restricted under Minnesota law and are not available through public searches.
Anoka County Sheriff Tools
The Anoka County Sheriff's Office runs several public databases that give you information related to criminal activity and recent court filings. These tools supplement what you find in MCRO and can be useful when searching for recent bookings or complaints.
The Inmate Locator at anokacounty.us/207/Inmate-Locator shows current inmates held at the Anoka County Jail, along with booking information. The Criminal Complaint Search at anokacounty.us/213/Criminal-Complaint-Search lists recent criminal complaints filed in the county. You can search by name and see the charges alleged. The Warrant Search at anokacounty.us/208/JailWarrants lets you check whether an active warrant exists for a person.
The Sheriff's main office is at 13301 Hanson Blvd NW, Andover, MN 55304. You can reach them at 763-324-5000. For written records requests, the county has a Public Data Request Form at anokacounty.us/201/Public-Data-Requests.
The Anoka County District Court website shows contact info and the court directory at mncourts.gov/Find-Courts/Anoka/AnokaContact.aspx. For court records and transcripts, visit anokacounty.us/214/Court-RecordsTranscripts.
The Anoka County District Court page shows the current district directory and contact information. You can find it at mncourts.gov/Find-Courts/District/10.aspx.
Screenshot: Anoka Court Search Portal
The Minnesota Courts website for Anoka County shows court location details, phone numbers, and links to the case search tools used by the public.
Use the links on that page to reach the MCRO case search or to find the court calendar for a specific date.
The Anoka County Sheriff also maintains a public-facing inmate locator that is updated as bookings occur. The screenshot below shows the layout of the inmate locator search tool.
Results show booking date, charges, and current status. This tool is for current inmates only and does not show historical arrest data.
The criminal complaint search is a separate tool from the inmate locator. It shows complaints recently filed with the court, which may include cases where the defendant has not yet been booked into the jail.
This screenshot shows the search form used to look up criminal complaints filed in Anoka County. Enter a name to see recent filings.
Requesting Copies of Court Records
If you need a copy of a criminal court record from Anoka County, you have a few options. The easiest way to get uncertified documents is through MCRO, where you can download PDFs at no cost for cases filed after July 1, 2015.
For certified copies, the fee is $14 per document as of July 1, 2023. Uncertified copies obtained directly from the courthouse are free of charge. You can request copies in person at the Court Administrator's office during business hours, or you can submit a written request by mail or through the online copy request form at mncourts.gov/help-topics/copy-request. Include the case number, defendant name, and a description of the documents you need. Mail requests should include a self-addressed stamped envelope if you want the copies returned by mail.
Note: Certified copies have an official court seal and signature. They are accepted by agencies, employers, and courts as authentic records. Uncertified copies are suitable for personal use and research.
BCA Criminal History Search
The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, known as the BCA, maintains a statewide criminal history database. A BCA search covers all counties in Minnesota, not just Anoka. It costs $8 per search and shows conviction data going back up to 15 years. You need the person's full legal name and date of birth to run a search.
You can access the BCA criminal history search at dps.mn.gov/divisions/bca/Pages/criminal-history-search.aspx. Results are returned online. Keep in mind that BCA records show convictions only. Arrests, charges that were dismissed, and cases that ended in acquittal do not appear in BCA results. For a full case history including dismissed charges and case notes, use MCRO or request records directly from the court.
Expungement in Anoka County
Minnesota law allows people to seek expungement of criminal records under certain conditions. Some cases qualify for automatic expungement under Minn. Stat. 609A.015, which covers petty misdemeanors and certain resolved cases. For other offenses, you must file a petition with the court. The process is petition-based under Chapter 609A and requires a hearing before a judge.
If you want to petition for expungement of an Anoka County criminal case, you file in the Anoka County District Court. The Minnesota Courts website has a full guide at mncourts.gov/help-topics/criminal-expungement. The guide covers eligibility, forms, deadlines, and the hearing process. Some cases that were automatically expunged may still show in BCA records for a period of time, so check with the court if you have questions about a specific case.
Public Access at the Courthouse
Public access computer terminals are available at the Anoka County Courthouse. These terminals let you search MCRO and view court records without going online at home. No fee is charged to use the terminals. Staff at the Court Administrator's office can help you navigate the system if you are unsure how to search.
Court fees for filing documents and other services are listed at mncourts.gov/help-topics/court-fees/district-court-fees. This page is updated when fees change. The Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, found at Minn. Stat. Chapter 13, governs public access to government data, including court records. Most criminal court records are public data under Minnesota law, with limited exceptions for juvenile records and sealed cases.
Cities in Anoka County
Anoka County includes several cities. The following cities have dedicated pages with local criminal court record information.
Nearby Counties
Anoka County borders several other Minnesota counties. Each has its own district court and case search options.