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BEC County Jail Roster: Inmate Search, Bookings & Mugshots
Looking for someone recently arrested in Mankato or elsewhere in Blue Earth County, Minnesota? The Blue Earth County Sheriff’s Office publishes an official jail custody roster with inmate names, booking dates, arresting agencies, charges and other available custody details.
This guide explains how to use that roster, understand booking records, check mugshot availability, find court dates and arrange visits or inmate communication. BEC refers to Blue Earth County in this guide.
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BEC County Jail Address, Phone Number and Hours
Blue Earth County Jail
Physical address:
401 Carver Road
Mankato, MN 56001
Jail telephone:
507-304-4830
Fax:
507-278-0026
Mailing address:
P.O. Box 228
Mankato, MN 56002-0228
Office and Lobby Hours
Jail administration:
Monday–Friday
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Public jail lobby:
24 hours a day, seven days a week.
The lobby schedule is separate from the inmate visitation schedule. Check the current visitation rules before planning a visit.
Directions to Blue Earth County Jail
The jail is located inside the Blue Earth County Justice Center at 401 Carver Road in Mankato. The complex also houses criminal justice functions including the courts, county attorney, probation and Sheriff’s Office.
How to Search the BEC County Jail Roster
Blue Earth County uses a publicly accessible web roster. Unlike some jail databases, the published report can be searched using your browser’s built-in text search.
Step-by-step inmate search
- Open the official roster: Visit jailroster.blueearthcountymn.gov.
- Find the last name: On a Windows computer, press Ctrl+F. On a phone, choose Find in Page from the browser menu.
- Enter the name: Search for the person’s surname first.
- Check the full name: Compare the given name and other details to avoid confusing people with similar names.
- Review the booking date: Look for the reported admission date and time.
- Check listed charges: Review the arresting agency, case number and charge status when available.
- Confirm current information: If the result affects bail, pickup or visitation plans, call the jail.
The county explains that the roster includes people who have been received by, are currently held in or were very recently released from the county jail. It is not a complete historical arrest database.
How quickly does the roster update?
The official roster displays a last-updated timestamp. A newly admitted inmate might not appear for up to 24 hours after assignment of a booking number. Use the timestamp to judge how recently the report was generated.
Blue Earth County Recent Arrests and Jail Bookings
The roster displays the date and time of booking for listed individuals. It also identifies arresting agencies, including agencies such as Mankato Police, Blue Earth County Sheriff and Minnesota State Patrol when applicable.
How to check a recent booking
- Open the current Blue Earth County jail roster.
- Use Find in Page to locate the person’s name.
- Read the Date and Time of Booking field.
- Identify the arresting agency and listed charges.
- If the person was arrested recently but is absent, allow for the county’s stated intake-to-publication delay.
- Call the jail if a custody decision or family pickup arrangement cannot wait.
Example: If someone was arrested late on Friday, their recorded booking might occur on Saturday. Checking the booking date rather than relying only on the arrest date can help resolve confusion.
Can I search older bookings?
The custody roster is intended for current and recently released individuals, not necessarily every person booked in previous months or years. If you need an older booking log, contact the Sheriff’s Office and ask about the process for requesting public government data under Minnesota law.
What Information Appears on the BEC Jail Roster?
| Roster field | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Inmate name | The recorded name of the individual. |
| Age | Age displayed in the published custody report. |
| Booking date and time | When the jail recorded the admission. |
| Arresting agency | The law enforcement agency linked to the reported charge. |
| Case number | Reference identifier that may help with a court or agency inquiry. |
| Charges | Descriptions of allegations or legal reasons for custody. |
| Status | A code or description such as pending, bail set or sentenced. |
| Projected release date | Anticipated release information, when available. |
| Booking photograph | Not consistently provided in the public HTML roster. |
Some individuals have multiple charge entries or case numbers. A missing projected release date does not mean that the individual will remain in custody indefinitely.
BEC County Jail Mugshots and Booking Photos
People searching for Blue Earth County jail mugshots should begin with the official county roster. However, publicly visible roster entries do not consistently include booking photographs.
How to request a booking photograph
- Confirm the correct inmate’s name and booking date.
- Review the official jail roster for available information.
- Contact the Blue Earth County Sheriff’s Office at 507-304-4830.
- Ask whether the relevant booking photograph is publicly accessible.
- If directed, follow the county’s government-data request procedure.
- Confirm any legal restrictions, processing requirements or copy fees.
Third-party mugshot websites can contain outdated information. A photograph does not prove a conviction or current incarceration.
What If an Inmate Is Not Listed on the BEC Roster?
There are several reasons why a name may be missing:
- New admission: The person may still be undergoing intake processing.
- Booking delay: The roster may not include the person until 24 hours after booking-number assignment.
- Recent release: The individual may have left custody.
- Transfer: The person may be housed in another county or correctional facility.
- Name differences: The record may use a different spelling or legal name.
- Separate jurisdiction: State or federal custody may require another search service.
Other official custody resources
Minnesota VINE
VINELink provides custody-status information and notification registration for participating Minnesota detention facilities.
Minnesota State Prison Search
Use the Minnesota DOC Public Viewer to check eligible state correctional records. It is separate from the county jail roster.
For federal prison records, use the Federal Bureau of Prisons Inmate Locator. For immediate local custody verification, contact Blue Earth County Jail directly.
Blue Earth County Criminal Court Records and Hearing Dates
Jail booking records and court case records serve different purposes. The custody roster reports detention-related information, while the Minnesota Judicial Branch maintains eligible public criminal case information.
How to find a court case
- Open Minnesota Court Records Online.
- Read and accept the search terms.
- Choose a supported search method, including case number, citation number or name where appropriate.
- Confirm that the case belongs to Blue Earth County.
- Open the case’s Register of Actions.
- Review available events, hearings, filed charges and dispositions.
- For documents unavailable online, contact the court administration office.
Important: Minnesota Court Records Online generally excludes pending criminal matters without convictions from defendant-name search results. If you have the case number or citation number, use that instead.
Official Minnesota court-records guidance
| Question | Recommended source |
|---|---|
| Is the person in county custody? | Blue Earth County jail roster |
| When was the person booked? | Jail roster booking-date field |
| Which agency made the arrest? | Jail record or arresting agency |
| What charges were filed in court? | Minnesota Court Records Online |
| When is the next hearing? | Official court calendar or court administration |
| Was a case dismissed or resolved? | Court disposition and final orders |
BEC County Jail Bail, Bond and Release Information
Some custody records display statuses such as “Bail Set,” “Court/Pending,” “Sentenced” or “Personal Recognizance.” These descriptions help explain the reported legal status, but they do not establish that release is immediately available.
How to confirm bond or release conditions
- Find the person on the official jail roster.
- Note their name, booking date and case number.
- Call Blue Earth County Jail at 507-304-4830.
- Ask whether bail has been set and whether additional holds exist.
- Confirm the amount and currently approved payment procedure.
- Ask whether release requires court action or other processing.
- Confirm arrangements before traveling to collect the person.
Projected release dates may change due to court proceedings, additional holds, sentence calculations or administrative decisions. Do not assume that an online date guarantees release at a particular hour.
Blue Earth County Jail Visitation Hours and Rules
Blue Earth County publishes separate remote video and on-site visitation schedules. Inmates may receive visits only during permitted periods when they are out of their cells, subject to housing-unit and lockdown requirements.
Remote video visiting hours
| Day | Available remote visiting periods |
|---|---|
| Every day | 7:00–9:30 a.m. 12:00–3:30 p.m. 6:00–8:50 p.m. |
On-site visiting hours
| Day | Published visiting periods |
|---|---|
| Monday | 6:00–8:50 p.m. |
| Tuesday | 12:00–3:30 p.m. |
| Wednesday | 6:00–8:50 p.m. |
| Thursday | No on-site visitation |
| Friday | 12:00–3:30 p.m. |
| Saturday | 6:00–8:50 p.m. |
| Sunday | 12:00–3:30 p.m. and 6:00–8:50 p.m. |
How to arrange a visit
- Confirm the inmate is currently held in Blue Earth County Jail.
- Open the official visitation information page.
- Review the rules for on-site or remote visits.
- Ask the inmate to confirm their permitted dayroom hours.
- Follow the county’s current registration or scheduling instructions.
- Arrive at the proper location and bring any required identification.
Visits may end when an inmate’s housing unit enters lockdown, even if the visit has already begun. Failure to comply with visiting rules can result in termination or suspension of privileges.
Sending Mail, Messages and Money to a BEC Inmate
Official inmate mailing address
Inmate’s Full Name
Blue Earth County Jail
PO Box 228
Mankato, MN 56002
The county requires written inmate correspondence to arrive through the United States Postal Service. Visitors cannot drop off personal letters or notes at the jail.
How to send inmate money
Blue Earth County identifies several ways to add funds to an inmate’s account:
- Visit the official Inmate Services page.
- Use the county-linked Inmate Canteen service for supported online deposits or purchases.
- Alternatively, use the self-service kiosk in the jail lobby, which accepts cash or credit cards.
- If mailing funds, follow the county’s instructions for a money order made payable to the inmate. Do not mail cash.
- Confirm applicable fees and account details before submitting money.
Phone calls and voice messages
The jail uses Reliance Telephone for inmate telephone-related services. The county also publishes a voice-message line:
Inmate voice messages: 507-414-8640
Follow the automated prompts to leave a message. The county explains that the message system is not confidential. Inmates can return calls by using a phone card or an available collect-call option.
Custody staff do not deliver ordinary personal telephone messages received through outside calls.
Common BEC Jail Roster Search Problems
| Problem | What to do |
|---|---|
| Newly arrested person is missing | Allow for the county’s stated roster publication delay and call the jail if urgent. |
| No name-search box appears | Use Ctrl+F or mobile Find in Page. |
| Two individuals share a name | Compare age, booking time and case details. |
| No mugshot is displayed | Ask the Sheriff about official booking-photo access. |
| No release date appears | Verify status with jail staff rather than estimating a release date. |
| Pending criminal case is missing from name search | Use a case or citation number in MCRO. |
| Need older booking records | Ask the county about its government-data request process. |
| Visiting period is unavailable | Check the housing-unit schedule and current visitor rules. |
Frequently Asked Questions About the BEC County Jail Roster
1. What does BEC Jail Roster mean?
In this guide, BEC refers to Blue Earth County, Minnesota. Its official jail roster is maintained by the Blue Earth County Sheriff’s Office in Mankato.
2. How do I search the Blue Earth County jail roster?
Visit jailroster.blueearthcountymn.gov and use Ctrl+F or your mobile browser’s Find in Page function to locate the inmate’s last name.
3. Is the BEC jail roster free?
Yes. The county’s public jail roster is available online without requiring payment for an inmate-search report.
4. Where is Blue Earth County Jail located?
The jail is located at 401 Carver Road, Mankato, Minnesota 56001, within the Blue Earth County Justice Center. The phone number is 507-304-4830.
5. How quickly do recent BEC jail bookings appear?
The county states that a person may not appear in the published roster until 24 hours after a booking number has been assigned. Contact jail staff for urgent custody inquiries.
6. Does the Blue Earth County jail roster include mugshots?
The publicly accessible roster does not consistently display booking photographs. Contact the Sheriff’s Office to ask whether a specific booking photograph is available through an official records request.
7. How can I find an inmate’s charges and court date?
Review the jail roster for recorded charges and case numbers. For filed charges and scheduled hearings, use Minnesota Court Records Online or contact the appropriate court.
8. Can I visit an inmate at BEC Jail?
Yes, subject to facility rules. The county publishes remote and on-site visiting periods. Available times depend on the day and inmate housing-unit schedule.
9. How do I send money to a Blue Earth County inmate?
Use the county-linked Inmate Canteen service, the jail lobby deposit kiosk, or the officially permitted money-order procedure. Confirm payment details and restrictions first.
10. What if an inmate is not on the BEC jail roster?
The person may still be undergoing intake, may have been released, or may be held elsewhere. Check spelling and the roster’s update time, then call Blue Earth County Jail at 507-304-4830.
Official Blue Earth County Jail and Inmate Search Resources
| Resource | Best use |
|---|---|
| Blue Earth County Jail Roster | Current public custody and booking information. |
| County Jail Custody Roster Instructions | Official roster scope, search instructions and publication-delay information. |
| Blue Earth County Jail | Facility location, telephone numbers and administration details. |
| Jail Visitation Information | On-site and remote visiting schedules and rules. |
| Inmate Services | Mail, telephone, canteen and account deposits. |
| Minnesota Court Records Online | Public court cases, charges, hearings and dispositions. |
| Minnesota VINE | Custody-status inquiries and available notifications. |
| Minnesota DOC Public Viewer | State correctional records, separate from the county jail roster. |
Where to go next: To locate someone in custody, start with the official Blue Earth County roster. For recent bookings that have not appeared, call the jail. For a criminal hearing or final case disposition, use Minnesota Court Records Online.
Information reviewed: October 31, 2026. Inmate data, visitation schedules and jail procedures can change. This independent page does not reproduce a live inmate roster and does not provide legal advice.