Find Court Records in Redwood County
Redwood County court records are on file at the District Court in Redwood Falls. The court keeps civil, criminal, family, probate, juvenile, and traffic case files for everyone in the county. You can look up cases online for free through the statewide MCRO system or come in to the courthouse during regular office hours to get copies and check case status.
Redwood County Overview
Redwood County District Court
The Redwood County District Court is located at 250 S. Jefferson, Redwood Falls. Court Administrator Patricia Amberg handles records and public requests. Phone: (507) 616-4800. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Free surface parking and on-street parking are available near the courthouse.
Redwood County is part of the Fifth Judicial District, which covers 15 counties in southwestern Minnesota including Blue Earth, Brown, Cottonwood, Faribault, Jackson, Lincoln, Lyon, Martin, Murray, Nicollet, Nobles, Pipestone, Rock, and Watonwan. The court handles all case types including civil, family, probate, juvenile, criminal, and traffic. Cases filed here are entered into the statewide court information system.
| Court | Redwood County District Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 250 S. Jefferson Redwood Falls, MN 56283 |
| Phone | (507) 616-4800 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Court Administrator | Patricia Amberg |
| Website | mncourts.gov |
Note: Payments cannot be accepted at the service counter after 2:30 p.m. on the last working day of the month. You can still pay fines through the online Court Payment Center.
How to Search Redwood County Court Records
The free public search tool for Redwood County cases is Minnesota Court Records Online (MCRO). You can search by person name, business name, case number, or attorney. Results show case type, party names, filing dates, and docket entries. Documents cost $8 to download. Basic case data is free.
You can also search in person at the courthouse. Public access terminals are available there. Staff can help you find cases and print what you need. Certified copies cost $14 per document. Uncertified copies are free. Under Minn. Stat. § 13.03, most court records are public. Some records are restricted by law or court order, such as juvenile cases and sealed documents.
The court posts a weekly public calendar as a PDF by 7:00 a.m. each business day. You can also check if remote hearings are available via Zoom for your case type. The court has a "What's my Zoom Information" link for people who have hearings scheduled remotely.
Electronic check-in is available for criminal cases, juvenile delinquency cases, and CHIPS cases (Child in Need of Protection or Services). If your case qualifies, you may be able to check in before your hearing online.
Types of Records at Redwood County Court
The Redwood County District Court keeps records for every case type in the county. Civil cases cover contracts, property disputes, and civil judgments. Family cases include divorce, custody, child support, paternity, and name changes. Probate records cover wills, estates, and guardianships. Criminal records include both felonies and misdemeanors charged in the county. Traffic cases make up a large portion of the court's caseload.
Most records are open to the public. You do not have to be a party to a case to request copies. Financial documents such as tax returns submitted as exhibits may be restricted. Juvenile records have more limits on access. Sealed or expunged records are not available through the public system. Minn. Stat. § 13.82 governs public access to criminal justice data and sets out what can be released and what stays private.
Online Tools for Redwood County Records
You can handle many records tasks online without visiting Redwood Falls. MCRO handles case searches. The Court Web Payment portal handles fines and fees. The MN Judicial Branch website has forms, self-help tools, and court calendars.
The Redwood County District Court page at mncourts.gov has contact information, hours, and the weekly court calendar for cases filed in Redwood Falls.
The MCRO portal at publicaccess.courts.state.mn.us lets you search Redwood County court cases by name or case number. Basic searches are free.
The Court Web Payment portal handles online payments for Redwood County court fines and fees. This is also useful for the last day of month payment deadline since the counter closes at 2:30 p.m. that day.
Legal Help in Redwood County
The state self-help center serves Redwood County residents by phone. Call (651) 435-6535 Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. They can help with court forms, procedures, and what to expect in your case. Legal aid offices in southwest Minnesota may also help people with low income.
Free court forms and guides are at mncourts.gov. LawHelpMN at lawhelpmn.org has self-help materials for family, civil, and housing matters. The Minnesota State Bar Association referral service is at (612) 752-6699. For criminal history checks separate from court records, use the BCA at chs.state.mn.us.
Cities in Redwood County
Redwood County is a rural southwestern Minnesota county. Redwood Falls is the county seat and the largest city. All court cases in the county are handled by the Redwood County District Court.
Other communities in Redwood County include Morgan, Clements, Lamberton, Walnut Grove, and Wabasso. None currently meet the population threshold for a dedicated records page, but all residents file cases at the Redwood County District Court in Redwood Falls.
Nearby Counties
Redwood County borders several other southwest Minnesota counties. File your case in the county where you live or where the event occurred.