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Kandiyohi County Willmar Jail Roster & Inmate Booking Search
Looking for someone arrested in Willmar, Spicer, New London, Atwater or elsewhere in Kandiyohi County, Minnesota? The Kandiyohi County Sheriff’s Office publishes an official in-custody roster showing inmate names, booking information, photographs, criminal charge descriptions and available bail or bond details.
This guide explains how to search the Willmar jail roster, understand recent bookings, locate an inmate photograph, find court records, arrange visits and contact the jail about bond or release.
Independent public-information guide. Not affiliated with Kandiyohi County Sheriff’s Office or the Minnesota Judicial Branch.
Kandiyohi County Jail Address, Phone and Location
Kandiyohi County Jail
Physical address:
2201 23rd Street NE
Willmar, MN 56201
Main telephone:
320-214-6700
Inmate information:
Extension 3600
Jail administration:
Extension 3670
Other useful jail contacts
Programs and appointments:
Extensions 3616, 3665 or 3633
Medical department:
Extension 3673
Visitation questions:
Extension 3670
Fingerprint appointments:
Extension 3670
The county lists a fingerprinting fee of $10 per card.
Driving directions to the Willmar jail
Kandiyohi County Jail is located at the Law Enforcement Center in Willmar. It is not at the same address as the Kandiyohi County Courthouse, which is on Becker Avenue SW.
How to Search the Kandiyohi County Jail Roster
The official jail roster is hosted on Kandiyohi County’s government-operated custody system. It is a public listing rather than a commercial background-check database.
Step-by-step inmate lookup
- Open the custody list. Go to the official in-custody roster.
- Check the timestamp. Locate the “In Custody” date and time near the top of the page.
- Search the name. Press Ctrl+F on a computer or use Find in Page on a phone, and enter the inmate’s surname.
- Verify identity. Compare the full name, age and other publicly displayed identifying details.
- Record the booking number. This number can help with later questions to the jail.
- Review the intake date. Check when the jail recorded the booking.
- Read the charge and bail fields. Review status descriptions, alleged offenses and any displayed amounts.
- Verify important changes. Call the jail if you need present custody, release eligibility or payment information.
Because the list contains numerous entries and detailed charge information, your browser’s text search may be quicker than scrolling manually.
Before contacting the jail, have these details ready
- Full legal name of the person.
- Approximate age or date of birth.
- Booking number, if shown.
- Approximate arrest date.
- Related court case number, if known.
Kandiyohi County Recent Arrests and Jail Booking Records
The roster includes intake dates and booking numbers for listed people. This makes it useful for checking recent Willmar-area jail admissions, but it should not be treated as a complete historical record of every arrest.
How to check a recent jail booking
- Open the county’s official custody roster.
- Look for the person’s name and check the intake date.
- Record the booking number and charge descriptions, if available.
- If the person does not appear, check whether the roster timestamp predates the arrest or booking.
- Call inmate information at 320-214-6700, extension 3600, for current confirmation.
- For older records, ask the Sheriff’s Office about requesting booking information under Minnesota’s government-data rules.
Example: Someone arrested in Spicer shortly before midnight might not complete jail intake until the next calendar day. The roster’s intake date can therefore differ from the initial arrest date.
How often is the roster updated?
The public list displays a timestamp indicating when its custody information was generated. The county does not establish a guaranteed fixed publication interval on the page. Check the timestamp every time you use the roster.
For information that could affect an immediate decision, such as posting bond or arranging pickup, verify directly with jail staff.
Understanding Kandiyohi County Jail Roster Information
| Roster field | What it means |
|---|---|
| Photo | Booking photograph associated with the listed inmate, when displayed. |
| MNI | Minnesota identification number used in criminal justice records. |
| Name | Person’s name as recorded by the jail. |
| Sex and age | Basic identifying information. |
| Booking # | Identifier for the jail admission record. |
| Intake date | Date and time of recorded jail admission. |
| Charges | Legal allegations, statute numbers and related custody descriptions. |
| Charge status | Descriptions such as pending, sentenced, bail set or released on recognizance. |
| Bail/Bond | Financial release information when applicable, including conditions and payments. |
An inmate may have more than one charge, court case or legal hold. Amounts shown on a roster should not be interpreted without checking whether additional conditions apply.
Kandiyohi County Jail Mugshots and Booking Photos
The official Kandiyohi County in-custody roster includes a Photo column. This makes it possible to review photographs associated with some currently displayed custody entries.
How to view an inmate mugshot
- Open the official Kandiyohi County jail roster.
- Find the correct inmate’s name.
- Look at the photograph displayed in the Photo column, if available.
- Verify the age, booking number and intake date before assuming the photograph matches the individual you are looking for.
- For older or unavailable photographs, contact the Sheriff’s Office about access to relevant public records.
The presence of a booking photo does not prove guilt. A third-party website may continue displaying an image even after release, dismissal or another court outcome.
Can I request historical mugshots?
Ask the Sheriff’s Office whether the particular booking photograph is public government data and how to request a copy. Record disclosure can depend on Minnesota law, the type of record and applicable privacy restrictions.
What If an Inmate Is Missing from the Willmar Jail Roster?
There are several possible explanations for a missing result:
- Recent arrest: Intake processing or roster publication has not finished.
- Release: The person was discharged before the list was generated.
- Transfer: The individual was moved to another correctional facility.
- Different name: An alternate spelling or alias affects the search.
- Different jurisdiction: The person is held in another Minnesota county, state prison or federal facility.
- Restricted record: Some categories of information are not publicly disclosed.
Alternative inmate-search resources
Minnesota VINE
Use VINELink for available Minnesota custody-status inquiries and notifications for participating facilities.
Minnesota DOC
The Minnesota DOC Public Viewer provides eligible state corrections records. It is not a substitute for the county jail roster.
For federal imprisonment records, use the Federal Bureau of Prisons Inmate Locator.
ICE detainee search
Kandiyohi County’s official Jail Division also publishes information for people held under immigration authority. If the person is an ICE detainee, use the ICE Online Detainee Locator or contact the appropriate ICE office.
The county lists 612-843-8600 for ICE-specific detainee information. Immigration bonds and criminal court bonds follow different procedures and should not be confused.
Kandiyohi County Criminal Court Records and Hearing Dates
A jail roster records custody and booking information. The criminal court maintains filed cases, scheduled hearings, legal orders and final case dispositions.
Kandiyohi County District Court
Address:
505 Becker Avenue SW
Willmar, MN 56201
Phone:
320-231-6206
Fax: 320-231-6276
Business hours:
Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
The court is part of Minnesota’s Eighth Judicial District and handles criminal, traffic, civil, family, probate and other matters within its jurisdiction.
How to search a criminal court case
- Visit Minnesota Court Records Online (MCRO).
- Read and accept the public search terms.
- Select an available search method such as case number, citation number, attorney or name.
- Enter the relevant details.
- Confirm Kandiyohi County as the case location.
- Review the Register of Actions for public filings, case events and dispositions.
- Use available hearing-search tools or contact court administration for scheduling questions.
| Question | Best source |
|---|---|
| Is the person currently incarcerated? | Kandiyohi County Jail Roster |
| When was the person booked? | Jail intake record |
| What charges appear at booking? | Jail roster |
| What criminal charges were formally filed? | Minnesota court case record |
| When is the next hearing? | District Court calendar or administration |
| What was the final case outcome? | Court disposition and orders |
Kandiyohi County Jail Bail, Bond and Release Information
The public roster can show bail or bond amounts, release conditions and payment-related fields. However, these fields may be complicated when an inmate has multiple charges, outstanding warrants or holds from another jurisdiction.
How to check bond eligibility
- Locate the person’s custody record.
- Record the booking number and applicable charge information.
- Review any bail or bond amount displayed.
- Call 320-214-6700, extension 3600.
- Ask whether the listed amount remains current and whether additional holds apply.
- Confirm the approved payment procedure and accepted payment methods.
- Verify the release process before making transportation arrangements.
A displayed bond amount does not necessarily guarantee immediate release. Court decisions, other legal holds and administrative processing may affect the outcome.
How to check a release date
Review the latest custody roster and ask jail staff what release-related information can be disclosed. A missing inmate entry is not proof of a specific release date or destination.
If available through Minnesota VINE, you may register for custody-status notifications rather than repeatedly checking the roster.
Kandiyohi County Jail Visitation and Video Visits
The Sheriff’s Office confirms that jail lobby visits are open and that family and friends may use the Inmate Canteen video-visitation service.
Free lobby video visits
Visitors may come to the jail lobby and use an available video-visitation station for a free 30-minute visit, subject to facility rules and scheduling availability.
Call 320-214-6700, extension 3670, for current access instructions.
Remote video visits
Provider: Inmate Canteen
Published rate: $0.39 per minute
Maximum visit: 30 minutes
Published frequency: Up to one remote visit every eight hours, subject to rules.
How to schedule a video visit
- Confirm the inmate is currently housed in Kandiyohi County Jail.
- Open the county-linked Inmate Canteen service.
- Create an account or sign in.
- Provide the required email address and identification details.
- Locate the inmate and request an available visit.
- Follow the provider’s instructions for scheduling and payment, if applicable.
- For remote visits, use a compatible device with a camera and internet connection.
Visitors are charged only for minutes used under the county’s published remote-visitation policy. Verify pricing and restrictions before paying, as service conditions may change.
Visitor approval and forms
The county publishes a visitation registration form. Its instructions require both pages to be completed and returned for applicable approval procedures.
Visitation application address:
Kandiyohi County Jail Visitation
2201 NE 23rd St., Suite 101
Willmar, MN 56201
Visitation inquiries: 320-214-6700, extension 3670.
Check with jail staff whether this form is required for your particular type of visit.
Sending Mail, Phone Calls and Money to Kandiyohi Inmates
Inmate correspondence
Do not assume that the jail’s physical street address is the correct destination for every type of inmate mail. Contact the Jail Division to confirm whether personal correspondence must use a special mail-processing address or include additional identification.
Before sending a letter
- Confirm the inmate’s full name and booking identifier.
- Ask jail staff for the current personal-mail address.
- Check restrictions on photographs, documents and other enclosures.
- Include the complete sender name and return address.
- Do not send cash, medications or prohibited materials.
Inmate phone calls
The Sheriff’s Office states that ordinary incoming personal calls are not accepted for inmates. Only emergency messages may be relayed through jail staff.
Emergency message contact:
320-214-6700, extension 3600.
The county lists Securus Technologies for prepaid telephone services:
- Securus Technologies
- 800-844-6591 for prepaid telephone support.
Telephone cards may also be available through the inmate canteen service.
Text messaging and tablets
The Sheriff’s Office identifies Reliance Telephone for inmate text-messaging account deposits. Its jail page also describes tablet messaging services through Securus.
Electronic messages may be monitored and are not necessarily confidential. Attorneys and other professional correspondents should use the facility’s approved legal communication procedures.
Depositing commissary funds
Before sending money, confirm the current deposit options through the official Jail Division. The county references Inmate Canteen as a source of inmate services, including purchasing phone cards.
- Verify the person’s booking number and name.
- Open the official county Jail page.
- Use its linked provider information or contact the facility for deposit instructions.
- Check transaction fees, limits and approved methods.
- Retain your payment confirmation.
Never send funds through a payment link received in an unsolicited message claiming to be from the jail.
Kandiyohi County Jail Roster vs. Active Warrants
The Kandiyohi County Sheriff’s Office also publishes a separate Active Warrant Listing. It includes warrant numbers, names, dates, reported offense levels and bond or bail amounts when available.
An active warrant and current jail custody are not the same thing. A warrant may exist for someone who is not presently in jail, while a person in jail may have multiple legal holds or cases.
If you believe a warrant concerns you, contact the court or a qualified attorney about appropriate next steps. Do not approach or attempt to detain someone based solely on an online warrant listing.
Common Willmar Jail Roster Search Problems
| Problem | Recommended action |
|---|---|
| New booking not visible | Check the roster update timestamp and contact the jail. |
| Cannot locate an inmate by name | Try the surname using your browser’s Find in Page feature. |
| No photograph appears | Contact the Sheriff’s Office about available public booking records. |
| Bail field is confusing | Ask staff about each charge, bail condition and additional hold. |
| Pending criminal case does not appear by name | Try MCRO case-number or citation-number search. |
| Need information about an ICE detainee | Use the ICE detainee locator and relevant ICE contacts. |
| Cannot schedule a remote visit | Check Inmate Canteen registration and contact jail administration. |
| Need an older booking record | Ask about public government-data request procedures. |
Frequently Asked Questions About the Kandiyohi County Jail Roster
1. How do I search the Kandiyohi County jail roster?
Visit the county’s official In-Custody List at www2.kcmn.us/LETG/custody/custody.html. Use Ctrl+F or your mobile browser’s Find in Page function to locate an inmate by surname.
2. Is the Willmar jail inmate search free?
Yes. The county’s public in-custody roster can be viewed without purchasing a third-party inmate report. Separate services such as video visitation and commissary deposits may involve fees.
3. Where is Kandiyohi County Jail located?
Kandiyohi County Jail is located at 2201 23rd Street NE, Willmar, MN 56201. Call 320-214-6700 and use extension 3600 for inmate information.
4. How can I check recent Kandiyohi County jail bookings?
Open the official in-custody roster and review the inmate’s intake date and booking number. The roster is a current custody reference rather than a complete historical booking archive.
5. Does the Kandiyohi County jail roster show mugshots?
Yes. The official roster includes a Photo column with booking photographs associated with available custody entries. Not every historical photograph is necessarily accessible through the current roster.
6. How can I find an inmate’s booking number and criminal charges?
Find the inmate’s name in the roster and review the Booking # and Charges columns. For charges formally filed in court, consult Minnesota Court Records Online or Kandiyohi County District Court.
7. How do I find an inmate’s bond amount?
Review the Bail/Bond column on the roster, then call the jail at 320-214-6700, extension 3600, to confirm the current amount, conditions and any additional legal holds before paying.
8. How do I visit someone at Kandiyohi County Jail?
The jail offers free lobby video visits and paid remote video visits through Inmate Canteen. The county publishes a remote rate of $0.39 per minute and permits qualifying visits of up to 30 minutes. Check current scheduling and approval rules before visiting.
9. Can I leave a phone message for a Kandiyohi County inmate?
The jail does not accept ordinary incoming personal calls for inmates. Emergency messages may be relayed by calling 320-214-6700, extension 3600. Other communication options include approved inmate phone and electronic messaging services.
10. What if someone is not on the Willmar jail roster?
The person may not have completed intake, may have been released or transferred, or may be held elsewhere. Check the roster timestamp, confirm the name spelling and call the jail for current custody verification.
Official Kandiyohi County Jail and Inmate Search Resources
| Resource | What it helps you do |
|---|---|
| Kandiyohi County In-Custody List | View the official inmate roster, photos, intake dates, charges and bail details. |
| Kandiyohi County Jail Division | Find jail contacts, visitation and inmate communication information. |
| Kandiyohi County Active Warrants | Review the separate published warrant listing. |
| Kandiyohi County District Court | Find court contact information and court-calendar resources. |
| Minnesota Court Records Online | Search eligible public criminal cases and court events. |
| Inmate Canteen | Register for supported jail video visits and inmate services. |
| Minnesota VINE | Search participating custody records and enroll in available notifications. |
| Minnesota DOC Public Viewer | Search eligible state correctional records. |
| ICE Detainee Locator | Look for eligible immigration detainees. |
| Federal Bureau of Prisons | Search federal imprisonment records. |
Where to go next: Start with the county’s official in-custody roster if you need booking information. Call the jail for current custody, bond or release questions. Use Minnesota Court Records Online for filed criminal cases and hearings, and the county’s visiting instructions for communication arrangements.
Information reviewed: October 31, 2026. Inmate records, photographs, payment arrangements and jail procedures can change. This independent guide does not maintain a live roster or provide legal advice.