Red Lake County DUI Records
Red Lake County DUI records are kept at the District Court in Red Lake Falls, part of the Ninth Judicial District. You can search for DWI cases filed in this county online through the state court system or by contacting the courthouse directly. Red Lake County is the smallest county in Minnesota by population, but it still has a functioning court that processes criminal and traffic cases, including impaired driving charges. The Court Administrator manages all case files. This page explains how to find Red Lake County DUI records, what you will see in the files, and what the DWI statutes say about these charges.
Red Lake County Overview
Red Lake County District Court
The Red Lake County District Court sits in Red Lake Falls and handles all criminal, traffic, family, and civil cases for the county. It belongs to the Ninth Judicial District, which covers a large section of northern Minnesota. Even though Red Lake County has the smallest population in the state, the court still operates a full schedule.
DUI charges filed in Red Lake County go through this court. Minnesota calls these offenses DWI, or driving while impaired. Under Statute 169A.20, it is a crime to drive with a blood alcohol content of 0.08 or above. The law also covers driving under the influence of drugs, cannabis, and THC products. All charges create a court record that can be searched by the public.
Red Lake Falls sits at the spot where the Red Lake River meets the Clearwater River. State highways 32 and 92 pass through the area. Law enforcement patrols these roads and makes DWI arrests when warranted. Each arrest creates a case at the courthouse.
| Court | Red Lake County District Court |
|---|---|
| Address |
Red Lake County Courthouse Red Lake Falls, MN |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Website | mncourts.gov - Red Lake County |
Finding Red Lake County DUI Records
Minnesota Court Records Online (MCRO) is the best way to search Red Lake County DUI records. It is free. Select Red Lake County from the list, enter a name or case number, and view the results. The system shows charges, case status, hearing dates, and the register of actions for each case.
For a county this size, the number of DUI cases is smaller than what you see in urban areas. But the records are still available through the same statewide system. Documents filed electronically after July 1, 2015 can usually be viewed and downloaded online. Older Red Lake County DUI records may need a direct request to the Court Administrator.
The BCA criminal history search costs $8 per name and covers the whole state. It uses fingerprint matching, making it more reliable for confirming someone's identity. The State Law Library provides research guides on how to use both systems.
Note: Pending criminal cases without a conviction may not appear in name-based searches on MCRO; use case or citation numbers when available.
Red Lake County Court Page
The Red Lake County court page on the Judicial Branch website has local court information, calendars, and contact details.
The weekly court calendar is posted at 7:00 a.m. each business day. Check it to see when DWI hearings are scheduled in Red Lake County.
DWI Charges in Red Lake County
Minnesota uses four levels of DWI charges. All four can be filed in Red Lake County, and each creates a court record.
Fourth-degree DWI is a misdemeanor under Statute 169A.27. No aggravating factors. Up to 90 days in jail and $1,000 in fines. Third-degree DWI under Statute 169A.26 is a gross misdemeanor. It applies when one aggravating factor is present. Second-degree DWI also a gross misdemeanor with two or more factors.
First-degree DWI is a felony under Statute 169A.24. Three or more prior incidents in ten years, or a prior felony DWI, triggers this charge. Penalties can reach seven years in prison and $14,000 in fines. Even in a small county like Red Lake, felony DWI cases do happen and create extensive court records.
Note: Aggravating factors include a BAC of 0.16 or above, a child under 16 in the vehicle, a prior DWI within ten years, or a prior license revocation for test refusal.
License Revocation for Red Lake County DUI Arrests
A DUI arrest in Red Lake County triggers both a criminal case and a separate administrative license action through the Department of Public Safety.
Under Statute 169A.52, a first-time breath test failure at 0.08 or above leads to a 90-day license revocation. Refusing the test brings one year. A BAC at twice the legal limit also triggers a year-long revocation. The officer issues a 14-day temporary license at the time of arrest. Drivers can petition for review within 60 days.
The ignition interlock program under Statute 171.306 is available for eligible drivers. The device prevents the car from starting if alcohol is detected. The DVS division handles enrollment and monitoring. Minimum participation is two years. Reinstatement after a DWI follows the conditions in Statute 171.178.
MCRO Search System
Search Red Lake County DUI records for free using the MCRO case search tool.
The system works around the clock. Select Red Lake County and enter a name or case number to start your search.
Cities in Red Lake County
Red Lake County includes Red Lake Falls, Oklee, Plummer, and Brooks. All DWI cases from these communities are processed at the District Court in Red Lake Falls.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Red Lake County. DUI charges get filed in the county where the arrest took place.