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Looking for someone held at Houston County Jail in Caledonia, Minnesota? Access the official in-custody roster to find current detainees, review available booking information, and learn how to contact the Sheriff’s Office.
Official Houston County links • Public custody information • Records subject to change
Houston County Jail Location
Houston County Jail
Houston County Justice Center
306 South Marshall Street
Caledonia, MN 55921
Jail Contact Details
Main Phone: 507-725-3379
Jail Administrator: Extension 4120
Agency: Houston County Sheriff’s Office
What Is the Houston County Jail Roster?
The Houston County Jail Roster is the public in-custody listing for the Houston County Jail in Caledonia, Minnesota. The detention facility operates under the Houston County Sheriff’s Office.
The county provides an official In-Custody page linking to its online roster. Members of the public can use the resource to look for individuals currently detained and review whatever identifying or booking-related information is made available.
Houston County Jail is located within the Houston County Justice Center, which also houses several criminal justice and county government offices.
How to Search the Houston County Jail Roster
The Sheriff’s Office links directly to the official online inmate list. Follow these steps to find someone in Houston County custody.
- Open the county roster.
Visit Houston County In-Custody. - Access the inmate listing.
Select the In-Custody Roster button, which opens the county’s roster service. - Locate the detainee.
Review the public list and use any search or navigation controls provided by the roster. - Compare identifying details.
Use the person’s name and available booking identifiers to distinguish similar records. - Review the custody information.
Check any published booking, intake, charge, or detention details. - Verify important information.
For current custody questions, call Houston County Jail at 507-725-3379.
Houston County Jail Booking Records
Booking records are created when an individual is processed into a detention facility. They document information relevant to admission, identity, charges, and custody.
Depending on disclosure rules and the available record, a jail roster may provide some of the following information.
| Booking Record Field | Explanation |
|---|---|
| Inmate Name | The person’s name recorded in the detention system. |
| Booking Identifier | A unique reference assigned to an inmate or booking. |
| Intake Date | The date an individual was admitted to the facility. |
| Age or Birth Information | Identifying details when available for public release. |
| Criminal Charges | Offenses or allegations associated with detention. |
| Bond Information | Available bail or release conditions, if published. |
| Custody Status | Information about whether the person is currently held. |
| Photograph | Booking image where available and lawfully disclosed. |
The table describes common jail-record fields, not a guarantee that every field will appear in Houston County’s public roster.
How to Find Recent Houston County Jail Bookings
People searching for recent Houston County arrests or daily bookings should begin with the official current in-custody list.
When intake dates are available, they can help identify recently admitted detainees. However, a live custody listing is not necessarily a complete archive of every arrest or booking on a particular date.
Steps for a Recent Booking Search
- Open the official Houston County In-Custody Roster.
- Look for the individual by their full legal name.
- Review published booking or intake information.
- Verify whether the person remains in custody.
- For older booking information, use the county’s records-request procedure.
Are Houston County Jail Mugshots Available?
Booking photographs may be maintained as part of detention records. Whether those images are publicly displayed or released depends on applicable Minnesota law and county data practices.
If you need a photograph, start with the official roster and then contact the Sheriff’s Office about its records-request process.
A mugshot does not prove that someone committed a crime. Do not interpret a prior booking photograph as evidence of a current arrest or conviction.
How to Request Houston County Jail and Arrest Records
The Houston County Sheriff’s Office provides a public data-request process under the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, Minnesota Statutes Chapter 13.
Eligible requestable records may include arrest information, incident reports, jail records, calls for service, and other law enforcement data available for release.
Submitting a Public Records Request
- Open the Sheriff’s Office Records & Data Requests page.
- Download or complete the county’s required request form.
- Identify the records sought as specifically as possible.
- Submit the request by email, mail, or in person according to county instructions.
- Review any applicable copying or processing fees.
Records Request Contact
Houston County Sheriff’s Office
306 South Marshall Street
Caledonia, MN 55921
Phone: 507-725-3379, extensions 4124 or 4126
Email: HCSO@HoCoMN.gov
Administrative hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Some information may be private, confidential, or otherwise protected from disclosure. The county may redact exempt material or charge applicable fees for copies.
Houston County Jail Bail and Bond Information
A person being held in Houston County Jail may have a bail or release condition established through the court system.
Bond terms can depend on the criminal charge, judicial decision, existing warrants, and other legal restrictions.
How to Check Bail or Bond Status
- Identify the person using the official jail roster.
- Record any publicly available identifying or case information.
- Review the appropriate criminal court case.
- Contact the jail or court for current release conditions.
- Verify authorized payment instructions before submitting funds.
Houston County District Court is part of Minnesota’s Third Judicial District. The court administration contact number is 507-724-7002.
Houston County District Court Information ↗
Houston County Jail Visitation Hours and Rules
Houston County Jail uses video visitation, meaning visits do not involve traditional face-to-face contact with detainees.
According to the county’s published instructions, visitors must establish a TurnKey account before visiting.
| Visitation Day | Published Hours |
|---|---|
| Wednesday | 5:15 p.m.–9:45 p.m. |
| Thursday | 12:15 p.m.–4:15 p.m. |
| Sunday | 5:15 p.m.–9:45 p.m. |
Visitor Requirements
- Create a TurnKey visitation account before visiting.
- Bring a photo identification card or photo driver’s license.
- Visitors under age 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
- Children must remain supervised during the visit.
- Visitation is offered on a first-come, first-served basis, subject to facility rules.
If you cannot create an account from home, the county states that account setup is available on-site.
Schedules can change during emergencies, lockdowns, or facility operations. Confirm before traveling.
Houston County Inmate Phone Calls
Houston County Jail identifies Reliance Telephone as its inmate phone service provider.
Family members and friends who need help with phone accounts, calling services, or telephone credit can contact the provider.
Inmate Phone Service
Provider: Reliance Telephone
Customer Service: 800-896-3201
County jail contact: 507-725-3379
Calls may be subject to monitoring, recording, available account funds, and facility restrictions. Verify current calling fees directly with the provider.
How to Send Money to a Houston County Jail Inmate
The county allows approved funds to be deposited into detainee accounts for commissary-related purchases.
Houston County publishes two deposit options:
Deposit at the Jail
Use the facility’s lobby kiosk to deposit funds using accepted cash or credit card payments.
Deposit Online
Use the authorized Inmate Canteen platform to fund an eligible detainee account.
Before sending money, confirm the detainee’s information, transaction charges, and current deposit rules. Do not send payments through unofficial links or individuals claiming to represent jail staff.
How to Send Mail to an Inmate
Houston County Jail publishes an inmate mailing address for approved correspondence.
Inmate Mailing Address
Inmate’s Full Name
C/O Houston County Jail
306 South Marshall Street
Caledonia, MN 55921
Check the jail’s current mail policies before enclosing photographs, publications, money, or other materials. Mail may be inspected or rejected under applicable facility rules.
For current instructions, visit the official Houston County Jail website.
Programs Available at Houston County Jail
Houston County lists several inmate programs designed to provide education, support, and constructive activities during detention.
Educational Programs
Adult basic education, library access, and job-search or job-skills assistance.
Recovery Support
Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous, and chemical-dependency programming.
Other Opportunities
Religious services, recreational activities, inmate worker programs, work release, and Sentence to Service programs.
Program participation and eligibility are determined by the jail. Not every program is available to every detainee.
What if an Inmate Is Not on the Houston County Jail Roster?
There are several reasons an individual may not appear in the current custody list.
Recently Arrested
The person may still be undergoing intake or booking procedures.
Released From Jail
The individual may have been released or discharged from county custody.
Transferred
The detainee may now be in another county jail or a state or federal correctional facility.
Record Limitations
Names may differ from the search information, or some data may not be publicly displayed.
What to Do Next
- Check the spelling of the inmate’s name.
- Review the official county in-custody page again.
- Call the Houston County Jail at 507-725-3379.
- For state prison custody, consult the Minnesota Department of Corrections.
- For historical jail records, use the county’s public data request process.
Houston County Jail Release Notifications
Houston County participates in the Minnesota VINE victim notification service. Eligible users may register to receive notifications concerning certain changes in an offender’s incarceration status.
These may include release, transfer, or escape notifications, depending on the record and available services.
Minnesota VINE Information
Telephone: 877-664-8463
Website: VINELink.com ↗
Houston County Victim Services: 507-725-5831
VINE is a supplemental notification service and should not be relied on as the only safety precaution.
Houston County Jail Roster vs. Court Records
Jail records and court records provide different types of legal and administrative information.
| Information Needed | Official Source |
|---|---|
| Current Inmate Custody | Houston County In-Custody Roster |
| Recent Booking Information | Houston County Jail or Sheriff Records |
| Historical Arrest and Jail Reports | Houston County Sheriff’s Office Data Request |
| Criminal Case Hearings | Houston County District Court |
| Conviction or Case Disposition | Minnesota Judicial Branch Court Records |
| State Prison Information | Minnesota Department of Corrections |
| Victim Custody Notifications | Minnesota VINE |
For official court records, consult the Minnesota Judicial Branch and its public case-access resources.
Official Houston County Jail Resources
County Jail Department
Jail contacts, visitation, inmate telephone and commissary information.
Sheriff’s Office
Official county law enforcement administration and detention oversight.
Public Records Requests
Request eligible arrest, incident, and historical detention records.
Minnesota Courts
Find criminal case information and official judicial records.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How do I search the Houston County jail roster?
Visit the official Houston County In-Custody page and select the In-Custody Roster link. Review the public listing to locate an individual and available custody details.
2. Is the Houston County inmate search free?
The county provides public access to its official in-custody listing. You can use the county’s public roster without purchasing a private background-check report.
3. Where is Houston County Jail located?
Houston County Jail is located at 306 South Marshall Street, Caledonia, Minnesota 55921, inside the Houston County Justice Center.
4. How can I find recent Houston County jail bookings?
Start with the official current-custody roster and review available booking information. For historical bookings or details about someone already released, contact the Sheriff’s Office about a public records request.
5. Does the Houston County jail roster show mugshots?
Photograph availability depends on the public custody record and county disclosure policies. Contact the Sheriff’s Office to ask about requesting a booking image if one is not available online.
6. What is the Houston County Jail phone number?
The main number is 507-725-3379. The county lists extension 4120 for the jail administrator.
7. How do I visit an inmate at Houston County Jail?
The jail uses video visitation through TurnKey. Visitors need an account and must present photo identification. Visiting hours are published for Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday.
8. How do I send money to a Houston County inmate?
The county allows deposits using its jail lobby kiosk or the authorized Inmate Canteen online service. Confirm the inmate’s identifying information and payment requirements before depositing funds.
9. How can I find out when a Houston County inmate is released?
Contact the jail for current custody information. Eligible users can also register for available Minnesota VINE custody-status notifications at VINELink.com or by calling 877-664-8463.
10. Why can’t I find an inmate on the Houston County roster?
The person may have been released, transferred, recently booked, or listed differently from the name searched. For current custody verification, call Houston County Jail at 507-725-3379.
Find Houston County Jail Inmates Using Official Records
The most reliable starting point for a Houston County Jail inmate search is the official Sheriff’s Office in-custody roster. It helps members of the public identify individuals currently held in county custody.
If the online listing does not answer your question, contact the Sheriff’s Office. For older arrest reports or detention documents, use the county’s public data-request process.
Official roster: Houston County In-Custody Search ↗
Phone: 507-725-3379
Jail address: 306 South Marshall Street, Caledonia, MN 55921