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The Freeborn County Jail roster is the official starting point for finding people held at the Freeborn County Adult Detention Center in Albert Lea, Minnesota. The county publishes a dated PDF in-custody list showing available inmate names, intake dates, intake times, charges, and booking photographs.
Use the latest county roster to check a possible match, then contact the detention center if you need current custody confirmation, bond instructions, visitation arrangements, or information about a recent release.
Open the official Freeborn County Jail Roster page and select the dated PDF link. The roster is a document, not a live name-search database. Open the PDF and use your browser’s Find feature to locate a surname.
Verified roster example: On October 13, 2026, the county’s roster page linked to an October 12, 2026 PDF. That document reported 32 inmates as of 6:42 a.m. and specifically excluded ICE detainees from its reported total. Always use the roster page for the newest document rather than relying on this historical count.
Official Freeborn County Jail Roster — Current In-Custody PDF
The county’s Jail Roster page provides a dated link to its current published in-custody report. This is the most useful official resource for checking a person’s appearance on the public roster.
Use this page to locate the latest dated PDF, rather than opening an older roster saved in a search engine.
View latest roster page →A dated example of the county’s official seven-page in-custody PDF. It is not a live roster.
View dated PDF example →What information appears on the roster?
The official Freeborn County PDF format includes:
- Inmate name: the name listed in the detention center’s public report.
- Intake date: the date associated with admission into custody.
- Intake time: the time shown for the admission.
- Charge information: the listed alleged offenses or legal custody basis.
- Booking photograph: photographs are included in the county’s published roster format.
- Report date and time: the timestamp indicating when the list was generated.
- Reported inmate total: the total shown by the county, with its stated exclusions.
Do not assume the PDF provides a complete bond ledger, release date, detailed court docket, or full criminal history. Those questions may require a separate jail or court inquiry.
Is the Freeborn County roster updated every day?
The county publishes dated reports, but an exact guaranteed posting schedule has not been established. Check the timestamp printed inside the PDF and the date of the link on the official roster page.
Why does the roster say ICE detainees are excluded from the total?
The county’s October 12, 2026 PDF specifically states that its reported total does not include ICE detainees. The roster page separately directs users to the federal ICE Detainee Locator. Do not treat the county’s published inmate count as the entire population physically housed at the facility.
How to Search the Freeborn County Jail Roster by Name
Go directly to the Freeborn County Jail Roster page.
Click the most recent date listed near the top of the page.
Allow the document to load in your browser or PDF reader.
Look at the first page to see when the roster was generated.
On a computer, press Ctrl+F or Command+F. On a phone, use the PDF viewer’s search or Find in Document option.
Try an alternate surname, hyphenated name, or another part of the person’s legal name.
Review the name, photograph, intake date, and other available information.
Remember that charges are allegations and may not reflect later court outcomes.
Call 507-377-4683 if the person’s location or status is important.
How do I search the roster on my phone?
Open the county roster page, tap the dated PDF, and use the search feature in your browser or PDF viewer. If text search fails, scroll through the pages manually. Some mobile viewers handle multi-page PDFs differently.
Can I search by booking number?
The published Freeborn County roster format is primarily a PDF list of inmate names and intake details. It is not presented as a booking-number search portal. Contact the detention center if you need to use a booking identifier.
Can I search the roster by arrest date?
You can review the intake dates printed in the PDF, but a separate date-filter tool was not identified on the county’s official roster page.
What if the PDF will not open?
Try another browser, allow the document to finish loading, or download it using your browser’s PDF controls. If the county website is temporarily unavailable, call the detention center rather than relying on an outdated third-party copy.
Freeborn County Jail Booking Records & Recent Arrests
A booking record documents a person’s admission to jail. The Freeborn County public roster provides intake information, but it should not be confused with a complete police arrest report or certified criminal court record.
How to check a recent booking
Does the roster include every arrest in Albert Lea?
No. A person may be arrested and released without remaining in jail, may be transferred elsewhere, or may be booked after the PDF was generated. The roster is not a comprehensive list of every police contact or arrest in Freeborn County.
Does the booking date equal the arrest date?
Not always. A person can be arrested before being formally admitted to a detention facility. The roster’s intake date reflects the jail’s recorded admission information.
Are the charges proof of a conviction?
No. A charge describes an accusation or legal basis for custody. The court determines the case outcome. A listed charge may later be amended, dismissed, or resolved through a court proceeding.
Use the county’s dated in-custody report.
Official jail roster →Use the Minnesota Judicial Branch’s public court records system.
Minnesota court case search →Freeborn County Jail Mugshots & Booking Photographs
The Freeborn County Adult Detention Center’s published in-custody PDF format includes booking photographs alongside inmate entries. This means the official county roster is also the appropriate starting point for checking whether a photograph is publicly available.
However, a photograph is not guaranteed for every record or every report. A person’s appearance on an old roster also does not mean that the person remains incarcerated.
How to find a Freeborn County booking photograph
Can I download a mugshot from the PDF?
Depending on the PDF viewer, you may be able to save the document or a page. The availability of an image does not grant unrestricted permission to republish it for misleading, harassing, or otherwise unlawful purposes.
Can I find old Freeborn County mugshots?
Older roster PDFs may remain accessible through dated county document links, but a complete public historical mugshot archive has not been verified. Contact the Sheriff’s Office for a specific older booking record.
Why might a mugshot be missing?
Possible reasons include publication limitations, a different record type, redaction, or a document issue. Ask the agency responsible for the record if you need an official answer.
Freeborn County Jail Roster Fields Explained
| Record Field | Meaning | Important Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Inmate Name | Name appearing on the custody report | Verify identity before assuming a match |
| Intake Date | Date of admission to the detention center | May differ from arrest date |
| Intake Time | Time recorded for jail admission | Not necessarily the time of arrest |
| Charge(s) | Listed alleged offenses or custody reasons | Not proof of conviction |
| Booking Photo | Identification image associated with booking | Availability may vary |
| Report Timestamp | When the in-custody list was generated | Later bookings and releases may not appear |
| Inmate Total | Population count shown on the report | The county’s PDF states that ICE detainees are excluded |
| Bond / Bail | Court-ordered financial conditions for release | May require a separate jail or court inquiry |
| Court Case Number | Identifier used in court proceedings | Use MCRO to search public court cases |
What If Someone Is Not on the Freeborn County Jail Roster?
How to locate a person who is missing from the roster
Can I use the Minnesota DOC search for county jail inmates?
Not as a complete substitute. Minnesota DOC records concern the state’s correctional system. Freeborn County’s local roster remains the starting point for people held at its Adult Detention Center.
Can a recently released person still appear on an older PDF?
Yes. A dated report reflects custody at the time it was produced. Always check the latest report and confirm current custody with jail staff when necessary.
ICE Detainees at Freeborn County Adult Detention Center
Freeborn County’s official jail roster page states that the detention center population includes federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement detainees. It directs people looking for someone in ICE custody to the federal detainee locator.
The county’s dated in-custody PDF also explains that its reported inmate total does not include ICE detainees.
Use the federal locator for a person currently in ICE custody or released from ICE custody within the previous 60 days, subject to the locator’s coverage and search requirements.
Open ICE Detainee Locator ↗How to search for an ICE detainee
Are ICE detainees included in the county roster count?
No. The county’s October 12, 2026 report expressly excludes ICE detainees from the published total.
Does the ICE locator show everyone ever detained in Freeborn County?
No. The locator is subject to federal eligibility, timing, and data availability rules. It is not a complete historical archive of everyone held at the facility.
Freeborn County Jail Bail, Bond & Arrest Release Process
Bail and bond requirements depend on the court’s orders, the pending charges, and any additional holds. Freeborn County publishes an Arrest Release Process document and a separate Court Times for New Arrests document through its official detention center page.
Those county documents are the best starting point for the facility’s procedures. Before making a payment, confirm the current bond amount and accepted payment method with the detention center or responsible court.
Detention Center / Master Control: 507-377-4683
Intake: 507-377-4681
Freeborn County District Court: 507-668-6014
Ask about the active court order, bond amount, payment location, acceptable payment methods, and other holds.
County Arrest & Release Documents ↗How to arrange bail or bond
Can I pay bail through Inmate Canteen?
Do not assume so. Inmate Canteen is identified by the county for inmate deposits and video visitation. Those transactions are not automatically equivalent to a court-ordered bail or bond payment.
When will a newly arrested person go to court?
The county provides a specific document titled Court Times for New Arrests on its detention center page. Consult that document or call Intake at 507-377-4681 for current information.
How long does release take after bond is posted?
Release time depends on court authorization, processing requirements, and any other holds. The detention center should confirm whether the person is eligible for release.
Freeborn County Court Records & Criminal Case Search
Freeborn County District Court is part of Minnesota’s Third Judicial District. It handles criminal, traffic, civil, family, probate, and other district court matters filed in Freeborn County.
The official Minnesota Court Records Online (MCRO) system allows searches for publicly available case information by name, case number, citation number, or attorney.
Search available criminal and other district court cases.
Open MCRO Case Search →Official courthouse contacts, business hours, and daily court calendar.
Open Freeborn County Court →How to search a Freeborn County criminal case
Can I search using part of a name?
MCRO supports a trailing asterisk wildcard after at least two characters in a name field. Its Sounds Like option can also help identify similar names, but wildcards cannot be combined with that option.
Does MCRO show all court records?
No. Online access is limited by Minnesota’s court-record access rules. Some public records may be available only through courthouse terminals or court administration.
Are MCRO records certified?
No. The Minnesota Judicial Branch explains that MCRO provides unofficial online case information. Contact court administration for certified copies.
Where can I check the next hearing?
Use MCRO or the Freeborn County District Court’s daily court calendar. The court states that its next-day calendar is posted at 7 p.m. and updated hourly beginning at 7 a.m. on the hearing date. The calendar may change.
411 S Broadway
Albert Lea, MN 56007
Main Phone: 507-668-6014
Fax: 507-377-5260
Regular Business Hours: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m., excluding applicable closures.
Freeborn County Jail Visitation — Video Visits & Lobby Hours
The Freeborn County Sheriff’s official Detainee Visitation policy states that visitation is video only. Visitors may use video stations in the Law Enforcement Center lobby or arrange remote video visitation through Inmate Canteen.
The county’s published policy states that lobby video visitation is free, while online visits have a fee.
Visitation Type: Video only
Lobby Location: Law Enforcement Center, Freeborn County Government Center
Lobby Visiting Availability: Monday–Friday, until 4:30 p.m., according to the published policy
Remote Provider: Inmate Canteen
Intake Unit: 507-377-4681
How to arrange a video visit
Are in-person contact visits available?
The county’s published general visitation policy specifies video-only visits. Do not assume contact visits are available.
Can children attend a visit?
Yes, subject to the facility’s rules. The policy states that minor children must be supervised at all times.
What is the visitation dress code?
The county policy prohibits clothing such as sleeveless tops, halter tops, tank tops, hats, shorts, mini-skirts or dresses, see-through clothing, camouflage attire, and other clothing staff consider inappropriate. The policy contains a specific exception for children age 10 or younger concerning shorts.
Can I use my cell phone inside a visitation room?
No. The published policy expressly prohibits cell phone use in visitation rooms.
What about inmates in Intake/Release or Segregation?
Special arrangements apply. The county directs visitors to contact Master Control using the lobby telephone for an in-house visit or call Intake at 507-377-4681 for an off-site visit. Intake Unit detainees must have completed their first appearance before a Freeborn County judge to be eligible for visitation; the policy states that Riverside hearings do not qualify as that first appearance.
Freeborn County Jail Inmate Phone Calls & Voice Mail
The Freeborn County Sheriff’s published Detainee Phones document identifies Reliance Telephone for inmate phone cards and collect-call accounts.
How to set up inmate phone service
Can I leave an inmate a voice message?
The county’s official phone policy lists a Freeborn County Jail inmate voice-mail number: 507-391-9296. Check current instructions and charges before using the service.
Can an inmate call a mobile phone?
Reliance’s account system may support collect calls to eligible mobile numbers. The county directs users experiencing collect-call restrictions to the provider’s assistance number.
How much do calls cost?
Check Reliance’s current pricing before adding funds. A current facility-specific per-minute rate was not verified in the published county phone policy.
Freeborn County Jail Commissary & Inmate Money Deposits
Freeborn County’s official detention center page links to Detainee Money instructions and an Inmate Canteen User Guide. The guide explains how to make deposits, place eligible canteen orders, and fund communications services.
It also distinguishes between money credited to an inmate’s account and money credited to the visitor’s own communications account. These are not interchangeable.
Provider listed by county: Inmate Canteen
Website: inmatecanteen.com
Jail: 507-377-4683
How to deposit money into an inmate account
What is the difference between inmate funds and communication funds?
| Payment Type | Purpose | Who Controls the Balance? |
|---|---|---|
| Inmate Account Deposit | Funds credited to the inmate’s account for eligible facility services | Inmate account |
| Communication Funds | Pays for eligible messages or video visits through the user’s account | Outside account holder |
| Canteen Order | Approved items selected for the inmate’s next canteen delivery | Order processed through provider |
| Phone Card | Phone time credited to an inmate when the facility offers this option | Inmate phone account |
How much are Inmate Canteen fees?
The county-hosted user guide mentions an $8.95 credit-card processing fee and gives example message and video rates. Because the guide may be outdated and states that rates can differ by facility, check the current checkout screen for actual fees. Do not rely on the guide’s historical figures as a current price quote.
Are deposits refundable?
The county-hosted guide describes restrictions on refunds, particularly for communications accounts and canteen orders. Read the current provider terms before paying.
Can I send commissary money by mail?
Use the official Detainee Money instructions or call the jail before mailing money orders or other payments. Do not send cash without explicit authorization.
Freeborn County Jail Inmate Mail & Correspondence Rules
Freeborn County provides a separate Detainee Mail policy on its official Adult Detention Center page. The facility’s physical address is 411 Broadway S, Albert Lea, MN 56007.
However, the current complete inmate-mail routing and content restrictions could not be confirmed from the linked policy document. The physical facility address should not automatically be treated as the correct address for every type of inmate correspondence.
411 Broadway S
Albert Lea, MN 56007
Detention Center Phone: 507-377-4683
Important: The address above is the facility’s physical address. Before mailing letters, legal correspondence, books, or money orders, obtain the current approved mailing instructions from the jail.
Find Official Detainee Mail Policy ↗How to send a letter to an inmate
Can I send books or magazines?
Ask the detention center whether publications must come directly from an approved publisher or retailer. Do not send books to the physical facility address without confirming the current policy.
Can I include photographs?
Photographs may be subject to size, quantity, content, and material restrictions. Check the official mail rules before sending them.
Does attorney mail use the same address?
Legal correspondence may have different handling and addressing requirements. Attorneys should obtain the current privileged-mail instructions directly from the facility.
Can I send money in an envelope?
Do not assume so. Use the county’s Detainee Money instructions and verify the approved method before sending funds.
Freeborn County Jail Inmate Property Release
Property held during booking may include personal belongings collected at intake. Items held as police evidence are different and may require authorization from the investigating agency or court.
How to arrange personal property pickup
Can a family member collect an inmate’s belongings?
Possibly, subject to the jail’s authorization and property release procedures. Do not assume family relationship alone is sufficient.
What if police seized the property as evidence?
Contact the law enforcement agency responsible for the investigation. Evidence may remain under a legal hold even after the person leaves jail.
What happens to property after a transfer?
Ask the detention center whether the property accompanied the inmate, remained at Freeborn County, or must be collected separately.
Freeborn County Jail Release Notifications — Minnesota VINE
Minnesota VINE provides custody information and automated notifications for eligible changes involving people held in county jails and detention facilities.
According to the Minnesota Department of Public Safety, the service is free, confidential, and supports notifications by automated telephone call, email, or text message.
Website: VINELink
Automated Service: 877-664-8463 (1-877-MN-4-VINE)
Program Questions: 800-247-0390
Notifications: Eligible release, transfer, escape, death, and other custody-status events.
How to register for inmate release alerts
Is Minnesota VINE free?
Yes. The Minnesota Department of Public Safety describes VINE as a free and confidential service.
What happens when custody status changes?
The system may send notifications after receiving updated records from a participating jail or detention facility. Notification timing depends on when the updated information reaches the service.
Can VINE replace calling the jail?
No. Automated notifications are helpful, but custody changes can occur before an alert is received. Contact the jail when immediate confirmation is needed.
What if the person is in a Minnesota state prison?
Minnesota has separate Department of Corrections custody information and victim notification resources. Use the state correctional system rather than assuming a county-jail VINE record covers every state-prison event.
Freeborn County Jail Records, Arrest Reports & Public Requests
A jail roster, an arrest report, and a criminal court record are separate documents. The correct office depends on what you need.
Freeborn County Adult Detention Center
507-377-4683Freeborn County Sheriff’s Office
507-377-5205Freeborn County District Court
507-668-6014How to request an older booking record
Can I request a certified criminal court disposition?
Yes, where the record is eligible for public release. Use MCRO to identify the case, then contact Freeborn County District Court administration about obtaining certified documents.
Are all arrest records public?
No. Minnesota’s public data laws and court access rules include exceptions and restrictions. Some information may be withheld or redacted.
Does the Sheriff’s Office maintain every Albert Lea police report?
Not necessarily. Reports are generally maintained by the law enforcement agency responsible for the incident. Ask the sheriff or the relevant police department which agency holds the document.
Can I use a jail roster for employment screening?
A jail roster is not a complete or certified criminal history. Any employment or tenant screening must comply with applicable federal and state laws, including restrictions on the use of arrest information.
Freeborn County Adult Detention Center Address, Phone & Map
Albert Lea, MN 56007
Master Control: 507-377-4683
Intake: 507-377-4681
Transport Coordinator: 507-379-2974
Get directions to the jail →P.O. Box 170
Albert Lea, MN 56007
Sheriff’s Office: 507-377-5205
Fax: 507-377-5257
Use the sheriff’s office for agency administration and records routing.
Official sheriff directory →Map of Freeborn County Jail in Albert Lea
Where is Freeborn County Jail located?
The jail is in the Freeborn County Government Center and Law Enforcement Center complex at 411 South Broadway in Albert Lea, Minnesota.
Is the courthouse in the same complex?
Yes. Freeborn County District Court is also located at 411 South Broadway. The jail and court are separate operations, even though they share the government center address.
Where can visitors park?
The Minnesota Judicial Branch identifies public parking on the east side of the courthouse, on nearby streets, and in the municipal parking lot northeast of the courthouse. Follow posted parking restrictions and confirm the correct entrance for jail visits.
Can I visit the jail without an appointment?
Do not assume so. Freeborn County uses video visitation and has special rules for Intake/Release and Segregation Units. Confirm the visiting procedure before traveling.
Official Freeborn County Jail & Minnesota Resources
Official page linking to the county’s newest published in-custody PDF.
Open official roster →Official facility information, jail contacts, arrest-release documents, mail, money, and visitation policies.
Open detention center →County PDF confirming video-only visits, lobby access, dress code, and special housing arrangements.
Read visitation rules →County PDF with Reliance Telephone, collect-call assistance, and inmate voice-mail details.
Read phone instructions →County-hosted guide explaining inmate deposits, communication funds, and canteen orders. Verify current fees separately.
Read canteen guide →Official county sheriff directory and contact information.
Open sheriff directory →Official public district court case search by name, case number, citation, or attorney.
Search MCRO →Official courthouse contact details, daily calendar, and business hours.
Open court information →Free custody notifications and release-status information.
Open VINELink →Official Department of Public Safety explanation of notifications, registration, and telephone assistance.
Read VINE guide →Federal search for eligible immigration custody records.
Search ICE detainees →Search the state corrections system for eligible offender records.
Search Minnesota DOC →Research and accuracy note: This guide uses Freeborn County’s official jail roster, Adult Detention Center pages, county-hosted visitation and phone policies, Minnesota Judicial Branch resources, and Minnesota Department of Public Safety VINE guidance. Published rosters, jail procedures, and vendor rates may change. The linked county Detainee Mail, Detainee Money, and Arrest Release Process documents were not fully retrievable during verification, so this article does not invent specific mailing restrictions, bond payment methods, or current deposit fees.
Freeborn County Jail Roster — 10 Frequently Asked Questions
1. How do I search the Freeborn County Jail roster online?
Visit the official Freeborn County Jail Roster page at freeborncountymn.gov/438/Jail-Roster, open the latest dated in-custody PDF, and search for the person’s surname using your PDF viewer. Call the detention center at 507-377-4683 if you need current custody confirmation.
2. Where is Freeborn County Adult Detention Center located?
Freeborn County Adult Detention Center is located at 411 Broadway S, Albert Lea, Minnesota 56007. The main detention center and Master Control telephone number is 507-377-4683, and the Intake number is 507-377-4681.
3. Does the Freeborn County Jail roster show booking records and charges?
Yes. The county’s published in-custody PDF includes inmate names, intake dates, intake times, and listed charges. It also includes booking photographs in the published report format. The information is a dated custody snapshot, not a complete criminal history or final court disposition.
4. Can I find Freeborn County Jail mugshots online?
The county’s official in-custody PDF format includes booking photographs. Open the newest report from the official jail roster page and locate the correct inmate entry. For an older photograph or a missing image, ask the Sheriff’s Office about its records request procedures.
5. Why is someone missing from the Freeborn County Jail roster?
The person may have been recently booked, released, transferred, listed under a different name, or held in a different custody system. The PDF may also predate the person’s arrest. Call 507-377-4683 for confirmation. For ICE custody, use the federal ICE Detainee Locator.
6. How do I post bail for a Freeborn County Jail inmate?
Call the detention center at 507-377-4683 to confirm custody and any holds. Contact Freeborn County District Court at 507-668-6014 to verify the current bond order, payment method, and authorized payment location. Do not assume commissary deposits can be used for bail.
7. What are Freeborn County Jail visitation hours?
The county’s published policy provides video-only visitation. Lobby video visitation is free and is available Monday through Friday until 4:30 p.m., subject to facility rules. Remote visits are available through Inmate Canteen for a fee. Contact the jail before visiting, especially for inmates in Intake/Release or Segregation Units.
8. How do I send money or buy commissary for a Freeborn County inmate?
Freeborn County provides an Inmate Canteen user guide. Visit inmatecanteen.com, select the facility and inmate, and choose the appropriate deposit or canteen option. Review current fees and distinguish inmate-account deposits from funds placed in your own communications account.
9. Are ICE detainees included in the Freeborn County Jail roster total?
No. The county’s dated in-custody PDF states that its reported inmate total excludes ICE detainees. The official roster page directs users seeking federal immigration custody information to the ICE Online Detainee Locator at locator.ice.gov.
10. How can I check a Freeborn County inmate’s court date or release status?
Use Minnesota Court Records Online at publicaccess.courts.state.mn.us/CaseSearch to search available court cases. Contact the detention center for current custody confirmation. For eligible automated custody and release notifications, use Minnesota VINE at vinelink.com or call 877-664-8463.