Redwood County DUI Records Search

Redwood County DUI records are filed at the District Court in Redwood Falls, which is part of the Fifth Judicial District in southwestern Minnesota. If you need to look up a DWI case, you can search the state's free online court records system or visit the courthouse in person. Redwood County is a rural county with farmland stretching across most of its area, and state highways connect its small towns. The court handles all criminal and traffic cases including impaired driving charges. This page covers how to access Redwood County DUI records, what the charges mean, and how to request court documents.

Redwood County DUI Court Files

The Redwood County District Court handles all DUI and DWI cases in the county. It is part of the Fifth Judicial District. The court has jurisdiction over criminal matters, traffic offenses, family cases, and civil disputes. All impaired driving charges filed within Redwood County end up at this courthouse.

Redwood Falls is the county seat. The town sits along the Redwood River and Highway 71. Other communities in the county include Lamberton, Wabasso, Morgan, and Clements. Law enforcement covers county highways and local roads, and DWI arrests from anywhere in the county create case records at the courthouse in Redwood Falls.

Under Statute 169A.20, driving with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08 or higher is a crime in Minnesota. The same law bans driving while impaired by controlled substances, cannabis, or THC. The state calls these offenses DWI, though people commonly search for them as DUI records. The court also offers eCheck-in for criminal cases.

How to Search Redwood County DUI Records

Use Minnesota Court Records Online (MCRO) to find DUI records in Redwood County. The system is free. Select Redwood County, type in a name or case number, and view the results. You can see charges, case status, hearing dates, and the full register of actions.

MCRO shows documents filed electronically after July 1, 2015. You can view and download them for free. Older Redwood County DUI records may require a request to the Court Administrator. You can visit the courthouse during business hours, call, or send a written request by mail. Include the case number if you have it, or provide the person's name, date of birth, and the approximate date of the offense.

The BCA criminal history system is another option for $8 per name. It uses fingerprint matching and covers the entire state. This is the right tool for formal background searches. The State Law Library has guides explaining both systems.

Redwood County Court Resources

Visit the Redwood County court page for local court information, contact details, and links to the online search system.

The court calendar is posted at 7:00 a.m. each business day and updated hourly. It shows scheduled hearings including DWI cases.

DWI Penalties in Redwood County

DUI charges in Redwood County follow Minnesota's four-degree system. The severity depends on the driver's history and the circumstances of the arrest.

Fourth-degree DWI is a misdemeanor under Statute 169A.27. No aggravating factors are present. Up to 90 days in jail and a $1,000 fine. Third-degree under Statute 169A.26 is a gross misdemeanor with one aggravating factor. Second-degree involves two or more aggravating factors and is also a gross misdemeanor.

First-degree DWI is a felony under Statute 169A.24. It applies to drivers with three or more prior incidents in ten years. Penalties can reach seven years in prison and $14,000 in fines. All of these charges create records at the Redwood County District Court. Aggravating factors include a BAC of 0.16 or higher, a child in the car, a prior DWI, or a prior license revocation for test refusal.

License Actions for Redwood County DUI Arrests

A DUI arrest in Redwood County starts a criminal case at the District Court and a separate administrative process through the Department of Public Safety for the driver's license.

Under Statute 169A.52, a breath test failure at 0.08 or above means a 90-day license revocation for a first offense. Test refusal brings a one-year revocation. The officer hands out a 14-day temporary license. Drivers can challenge the revocation within 60 days.

The ignition interlock program under Statute 171.306 lets eligible drivers get restricted driving privileges. The device checks for alcohol before the car starts. The DVS division manages enrollment. Minimum participation is two years. License reinstatement rules under Statute 171.178 set the conditions for getting a license back after a DWI conviction.

MCRO Public Search

The MCRO system lets you search Redwood County DUI records at no cost.

The portal runs 24 hours a day. Pick Redwood County and enter a name or case number to begin.

Getting Copies of Redwood County DUI Records

You have several ways to get copies of DUI records from Redwood County. Online through MCRO is the quickest path for viewing basic case information and downloading available documents. For certified copies with a court seal, you need to go through the Court Administrator at the courthouse in Redwood Falls.

In-person requests work best if you need certified documents right away. Bring a case number if you have one. You can also submit requests by mail, email, or fax. Include the person's full name, date of birth, date of offense, and any charges you know about. Certified copies cost more than plain copies, and fees may vary based on the number of pages.

Cities in Redwood County

Redwood County includes Redwood Falls, Lamberton, Wabasso, Morgan, and several smaller towns. All DWI cases go through the District Court in Redwood Falls.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Redwood County. DUI charges are filed where the arrest happened.