Crow Wing County Jail
Crow Wing County Jail
The 276-bed Crow Wing County Jail offers inmate information over the phone 24 hours a day at 218-822-7050.
This facility is the first stop for people arrested in the county on misdemeanor and felony charges. Everyone goes through booking and processing, and those who are held stay until they are bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or until their trial is finished.
You can search for current inmates using the inmate search tool.
Inmates sentenced to less than one year serve out their time at this jail. Inmates sentenced to longer terms are transferred to the Minnesota State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page tells you how to search the official jail roster, reach the facility, and use services like visitation, inmate account funding, mail, phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary.
The inmate’s jail ID or booking number is required for many services, so save it. If it’s not online, call Crow Wing County Jail at 218-822-7050.
Inmate Services
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Crow Wing County Jail, review their criminal charges, the amount of their bond, when they can get visits, or even view their mugshot, go to the Official Jail Inmate Roster, or call the jail at 218-822-7050 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up any offender's court case online with the Minnesota Court Records Online application.
Crow Wing County Jail Inmate Search
The Crow Wing County Jail maintains an average of 276 offenders in custody on any given day. The Crow Wing County Jail has a monthly turnover of 40% of their inmate population, another 30% turnover every 90 days, another 20% every six months, and approximately 10% stay incarcerated between six and twelve months. Every year Crow Wing County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 5,520 offenders.
The following charts of Crow Wing County inmate population demographics are updated daily. The information shown is for today. For research purposes we have broken down the inmates by sex, age, ethnicity, and criminal charges.
The information is compiled from the Crow Wing County Corrections Department, the state of Minnesota Department of Corrections, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records. It represents every person in custody in Crow Wing County.
For complete information on how to get directions, bond, visit, mail, send and receive email and texts, receive phone calls, and send money or commissary to an inmate, find arrest information for Crow Wing County and other counties surrounding this one, scroll down this page. We have a section for each.
We also provide photos of the jail that we have collected over the years.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessAs a 78,000 square foot brick building, the Crow Wing County Jail has the capacity to hold 276 inmates throughout the 5 housing units.
The new building was opened in 2007 and has the most advanced security systems along with a gymnasium, a full medical unit for all the medical needs of the facility, laundry, a library, computer lab, a commercial staffed kitchen, a new booking area, and a master control center where officers can monitor all the cameras and open doors throughout the building.
Within the small community that is created with Crow Wing County Jail it is further divided into housing units that each have a common area with video visitation centers, phones, vending machines, recreational space, a classroom, and windows to provide natural lighting, television, and tables that are used for both games and meals.
The jail can be contacted at any time to answer questions at 218-822-7050, and it houses all of the offenders who are arrested throughout Crow Wing County and will also house those who are serving a sentence.
You can also leave a free voicemail for an inmate by calling 218-203-9544.
Both medical and dental care are provided for all inmates during their incarceration as well as mental health care.
It has also been shown that in jails that inmates have contact with their family and friends there is improved mental health for the inmates, and this cuts down on safety concerns for all inmates and staff, so there are several ways to remain in contact with an inmate.
Mail is accepted through the US Postal Service to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Crow Wing County Jail
313 Laurel Street
Brainerd, MN 56401
... only if it has a complete return address and it must be free of all contraband and adult content. Softcover books, magazines, and newspapers are sent to the same address however they must be from the publisher directly and any subscription must be in the name of the inmate who is receiving them.
Inmates may also be provided with money for their canteen and other needs through the kiosk in the lobby at any time of day or night or online.
Phone cards may be provided for inmates through an online purchase and each inmate is provided with a mobile device so they may access phone calls, text messages, and communicate with their loved ones which can be funded online.
Visits are provided only to those who are approved in advance, and must be scheduled, with both being accessible online. Onsite visits are available in the lobby and can be accessed for up to 40 minutes each day Monday through Friday 8am-10:55am, 1pm-4:20pm, 6:30pm-9:55pm with offsite visits being up to 40 minutes each day with the hours being 6:45am-10:55am, 1pm-4:20pm, or 6:30pm-9:55pm.
- Jail (Main): 218-822-7050
- Leave a voicemail for inmate (free): 218-203-9544
The booking procedure at Crow Wing County Jail
After an arrest, individuals are taken to Crow Wing County Jail for the booking process, where their identity is confirmed, charges are reviewed, and decisions are made about whether they will be released on bail or detained.
The arrested individual should remain silent during booking, as anything said could be used against them. It’s important to wait for legal representation before answering questions.
The booking process at Crow Wing County Jail includes the following steps:
- Personal identification confirmation.
- Mugshots for record-keeping.
- Answering health-related questions and inquiries about criminal history.
- DNA collection may be required.
- Conducting a thorough body search.
- Securing personal belongings.
- Providing a phone call.
For questions about an arrestee’s bond or bail, contact the facility at 218-822-7050.
How to handle bail after an arrest in Crow Wing County
If someone has been booked at Crow Wing County Jail in Brainerd, their next steps may include:
1. Release without posting bail, provided they agree to attend court.
2. Detainment until their trial.
3. Posting bail or bond to secure release. For the exact amount, call 218-822-7050.
There are a variety of payment methods available for bail.
- The usual way to post a cash bond is to pay the full amount at the jail bonding window or the clerk of court by cash, cashier's check or money order; many jails also offer card payment through a lobby kiosk or online bond vendor for a fee, and you should bring the inmate's full name and booking number (call 218-822-7050 for the jail).
- Assistance is available from licensed bail bond companies in Crow Wing County.
- Real property bonds are accepted in many courts: an owner may offer land or a home after showing clear title and equity of at least the bond, often double, with a deed and a recent tax or appraisal value, and the court that set bail approves it.
For a full guide to the bail process in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, visit the Crow Wing County Jail Bail Information Page.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Crow Wing County Jail? What is the Schedule?
Crow Wing County Jail ON-SITE (at the jail) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
313 Laurel Street
Brainerd, MN 56401
218-822-7050
Schedule Video Visits online with Inmate Canteen
- On-site Visits are free.
- Only one adult visitor per visit unless a minor child is with the visitor
- Maximum of 40 minutes per day per inmate
- Visitation schedule subject to change.
- Inmates are allowed one visit per day however the weekly limit is determined by the inmates classification.
- All visits must be made at least 24 hours in advance.
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | NO ON SITE VISITS |
| MONDAY | 8:00 a.m. to 10:55 a.m. 1:00 p.m. to 4:20 p.m. 6:30 p.m. to 9:55 p.m. |
| TUESDAY | 8:00 a.m. to 10:55 a.m. 1:00 p.m. to 4:20 p.m. 6:30 p.m. to 9:55 p.m. |
| WEDNESDAY | 8:00 a.m. to 10:55 a.m. 1:00 p.m. to 4:20 p.m. 6:30 p.m. to 9:55 p.m. |
| THURSDAY | 8:00 a.m. to 10:55 a.m. 1:00 p.m. to 4:20 p.m. 6:30 p.m. to 9:55 p.m. |
| FRIDAY | 8:00 a.m. to 10:55 a.m. 1:00 p.m. to 4:20 p.m. 6:30 p.m. to 9:55 p.m. |
| SATURDAY | NO ON SITE VISITS |
Crow Wing County Jail REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
Schedule Video Visits online with Inmate Canteen
- All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
- Remote visits are charged a fee of $0.39 per minute and paid for by the off-site visitor.
- Visitation Schedule subject to change.
REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 6:45 a.m. to 10:55 a.m. 1:00 p.m. to 4:20 p.m. 6:30 p.m. to 9:55 p.m. |
| MONDAY | 6:45 a.m. to 10:55 a.m. 1:00 p.m. to 4:20 p.m. 6:30 p.m. to 9:55 p.m. |
| TUESDAY | 6:45 a.m. to 10:55 a.m. 1:00 p.m. to 4:20 p.m. 6:30 p.m. to 9:55 p.m. |
| WEDNESDAY | 6:45 a.m. to 10:55 a.m. 1:00 p.m. to 4:20 p.m. 6:30 p.m. to 9:55 p.m. |
| THURSDAY | 6:45 a.m. to 10:55 a.m. 1:00 p.m. to 4:20 p.m. 6:30 p.m. to 9:55 p.m. |
| FRIDAY | 6:45 a.m. to 10:55 a.m. 1:00 p.m. to 4:20 p.m. 6:30 p.m. to 9:55 p.m. |
| SATURDAY | 6:45 a.m. to 10:55 a.m. 1:00 p.m. to 4:20 p.m. 6:30 p.m. to 9:55 p.m. |
Attorneys have access to their clients during the following times:
8:00 a.m. to 10:55 a.m.
1:00 p.m. to 4:20 p.m.
6:30 p.m. to 9:55 p.m.
- Inmates cannot be seen during mealtimes, lockdowns and emergency situations.
- Attorneys may call 218-822-7050 for questions or appointments.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Crow Wing County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 218-822-7050 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Crow Wing County Jail?
Crow Wing County Jail ON-SITE (at the jail) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
313 Laurel Street
Brainerd, MN 56401
218-822-7050
Schedule Video Visits online with Inmate Canteen
- On-site Visits are free.
- Only one adult visitor per visit unless a minor child is with the visitor
- Maximum of 40 minutes per day per inmate
- Visitation schedule subject to change.
- Inmates are allowed one visit per day however the weekly limit is determined by the inmates classification.
- All visits must be made at least 24 hours in advance.
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | NO ON SITE VISITS |
| MONDAY | 8:00 a.m. to 10:55 a.m. 1:00 p.m. to 4:20 p.m. 6:30 p.m. to 9:55 p.m. |
| TUESDAY | 8:00 a.m. to 10:55 a.m. 1:00 p.m. to 4:20 p.m. 6:30 p.m. to 9:55 p.m. |
| WEDNESDAY | 8:00 a.m. to 10:55 a.m. 1:00 p.m. to 4:20 p.m. 6:30 p.m. to 9:55 p.m. |
| THURSDAY | 8:00 a.m. to 10:55 a.m. 1:00 p.m. to 4:20 p.m. 6:30 p.m. to 9:55 p.m. |
| FRIDAY | 8:00 a.m. to 10:55 a.m. 1:00 p.m. to 4:20 p.m. 6:30 p.m. to 9:55 p.m. |
| SATURDAY | NO ON SITE VISITS |
Crow Wing County Jail REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
Schedule Video Visits online with Inmate Canteen
- All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
- Remote visits are charged a fee of $0.39 per minute and paid for by the off-site visitor.
- Visitation Schedule subject to change.
REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 6:45 a.m. to 10:55 a.m. 1:00 p.m. to 4:20 p.m. 6:30 p.m. to 9:55 p.m. |
| MONDAY | 6:45 a.m. to 10:55 a.m. 1:00 p.m. to 4:20 p.m. 6:30 p.m. to 9:55 p.m. |
| TUESDAY | 6:45 a.m. to 10:55 a.m. 1:00 p.m. to 4:20 p.m. 6:30 p.m. to 9:55 p.m. |
| WEDNESDAY | 6:45 a.m. to 10:55 a.m. 1:00 p.m. to 4:20 p.m. 6:30 p.m. to 9:55 p.m. |
| THURSDAY | 6:45 a.m. to 10:55 a.m. 1:00 p.m. to 4:20 p.m. 6:30 p.m. to 9:55 p.m. |
| FRIDAY | 6:45 a.m. to 10:55 a.m. 1:00 p.m. to 4:20 p.m. 6:30 p.m. to 9:55 p.m. |
| SATURDAY | 6:45 a.m. to 10:55 a.m. 1:00 p.m. to 4:20 p.m. 6:30 p.m. to 9:55 p.m. |
Attorneys have access to their clients during the following times:
8:00 a.m. to 10:55 a.m.
1:00 p.m. to 4:20 p.m.
6:30 p.m. to 9:55 p.m.
- Inmates cannot be seen during mealtimes, lockdowns and emergency situations.
- Attorneys may call 218-822-7050 for questions or appointments.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Crow Wing County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 218-822-7050 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Crow Wing County Jail?
Instructions on purchasing commissary items for an inmate:
NOTE: Crow Wing County Jail may only allow online deposits for local commissary purchasing.
1. Register or Log in to your account at Inmate Canteen.
2. Select the facility where the inmate is located and the inmate you wish to purchase commissary items for.
3. Select the "Purchase Items" option.
4. Follow the prompts on screen to purchase items for an inmate.
Inmate Canteen Customer Service can be reached at 715-690-2965, or by email at support@inmatecanteen.com.
Depositing Money in an Inmate's Commissary Account at Crow Wing County Jail
Whatever cash the inmate has on their person when booked into the facility will automatically deposited and credited to their account. When released any money left in the account will be returned to them in the form of a check from the Sheriff's Department or the Crow Wing County Jail Trust Account. There may be circumstances where the inmate can give permission to have his money released to a family member or friend.
Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail
- Bring money to the jail in person.
- Either the jail personnel will process the Inmate Account payment or you will use a self-serve kiosk in the lobby that accepts cash, debit or credit cards.
Option 2 - Mail the Inmate Deposit to the Jail
- Mailing a deposit takes more time to process than the other methods but can be done if you live too far away to bring it in person.
- Never send cash. Always send a Money Order or Cashier's Check from the US Post Office, a reputable bank or Western Union.
- Make the Money Order out to the inmate and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order.
Mail to:
313 Laurel Street
Brainerd, MN 56401
Failure to do this properly will delay your inmate getting their account credited and may require you to have to resubmit a second money order.
Call 218-822-7050 to ask any questions about this.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Crow Wing County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 218-822-7050 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Crow Wing County Jail?
Per-minute call rates for Crow Wing County Jail are shown in the Reliance account before any call is paid for, and Reliance customer service at 1-800-896-3201 answers billing questions about a charge.
How Do Inmates in Crow Wing County Jail Make Phone Calls?
To set up your Crow Wing County inmate to make phone calls to you and others, follow these instructions:
- Register and set up a new account with RELIANCE Telephone, or log in if you already have an account.
- Review your communication options and choose a plan.
- Select Crow Wing County Jail, then select your inmate who you will be funding.
For all the information you need in order to receive phone calls from your Crow Wing County inmate, or to assist them in making calls to others, including instructions, fees, cost of calls, payment methods and times that your inmate can use the phone, check out our Inmate Phone Page.
NOTE: All of your communication with your inmate will be monitored and recorded. Use discretion when discussing sensitive information about their pending case.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Crow Wing County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 218-822-7050 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Crow Wing County Jail, and what can I send them?
Crow Wing County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines
Postcards
Ask the Crow Wing County Jail whether it accepts postcards, and what size and type, before mailing one. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The Crow Wing County Jail also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates. It is best to only use blue or black ink.
Postcards and envelopes MUST HAVE the sender's full name and return address on the envelope.
Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Crow Wing County Jail
313 Laurel Street
Brainerd, MN 56401
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Crow Wing County Jail
313 Laurel Street
Brainerd, MN 56401
Newspapers
Newspapers may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher.
Magazines
News, special interest or sports magazines may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher. Any magazines that contain profanity, weapons, pornography or other content that is adult in nature will be confiscated by the jail staff and will NOT be delivered to the inmate.
Books
Ask the Crow Wing County Jail whether books can be mailed in, and whether they must come straight from a publisher or retailer such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble or Books-A-Million. You can order them directly from your computer and have them shipped to the inmate at the address noted.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Crow Wing County Jail standards will be disposed of.
Ask the Crow Wing County Jail whether hardcover books are accepted.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Crow Wing County Jail
313 Laurel Street
Brainerd, MN 56401
Crow Wing County Jail Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?
For inmates receiving mail in the Crow Wing County Jail there are different addresses and policies depending on the inmate's status, as well as what type of mail they are receiving; personal mail, legal mail, subscriptions or books sent from a third-party such as Amazon.
All mail is to be shipped to the Crow Wing County Jail:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Crow Wing County Jail
313 Laurel Street
Brainerd, MN 56401
For complete information on mail policies, what you can send an inmate and what address to send them, check out our Inmate Mail page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Crow Wing County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 218-822-7050 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Crow Wing County Jail, and what can I purchase?
Crow Wing County Jail uses the services of Inmate Canteen for Online Commissary Purchases for an Inmate.
Inmate Canteen Customer Service can be reached at 715-690-2965, or by email at support@inmatecanteen.com.
NOTE: Crow Wing County Jail may only allow online deposits for local commissary purchasing.
For best results use google chrome as your browser for accessing Inmate Canteen.
Instructions on purchasing commissary items for an inmate:
- Register or Log in to your account
- Select the facility where the inmate is located and the inmate you wish to purchase commissary items for.
- Select the "Purchase Items" option
- Follow the prompts on screen to purchase items for an inmate.
How to Send a Carepack Commissary Package Directly to an Inmate in Crow Wing County
To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Crow Wing County Jail follow these steps:
- Register to create an account, or Log in to your account at Inmate Canteen if you already have one.
- Select Minnesota, then Crow Wing County Jail, and then the inmate you wish to purchase commissary items for.
- Select the "Purchase Commissary Items" option.
- Follow the prompts on screen to purchase items for an inmate.
For all information, tips and to see the hundreds of available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Crow Wing County Jail, or to see how deposit money so that your inmate can purchase their own commissary, check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Crow Wing County.
Inmate Canteen Customer Service can be reached at 715-690-2965, or by email at support@inmatecanteen.com.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Crow Wing County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 218-822-7050 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Crow Wing County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
Crow Wing County Jail uses the services of Reliance Telephone for emailing/texting to inmates.
Known as the 'Reliance Inmate Wallet', it makes funding jail communication easy.
- Payments made into an 'Inmate Wallet' account are linked to a dedicated telephone number for inmates who rent one of their Reliance Tablet Phones.
- Inmate Wallet funds can be used for personal inmate text messaging, voice calls and video calls.
How Do Inmates in Crow Wing County Jail Send and Receive Texts and Emails?
To set up your Crow Wing County inmate to make to send and receive texts and emails to you and others, follow these instructions:
- Register and set up a new account with RELIANCE Telephone, or log in if you already have an account.
- Review your communication options and choose the option for sending secure messages.
- Select Crow Wing County Jail, then select your inmate who you will be funding.
For all the information you need in order to send and receive texts and emails from your Crow Wing County inmate, or to assist them in sending and receiving secure messages to and from others, including instructions, fees, cost of each message, tablet rentals, payment methods and times that your inmate can send messages, check out our Text/Email an Inmate Page.
NOTE: All of your communication with your inmate will be monitored and recorded. Use discretion when communicating sensitive information about their pending case.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Crow Wing County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 218-822-7050 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Crow Wing County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
Crow Wing County Jail uses the services of Reliance Telephone for using a tablet for video (visit) phone calls and for emailing/texting to inmates.
Note: This option may not be available for your inmate. When registering, check to see if tablets are available.
- Known as the 'Reliance Inmate Wallet', it makes funding jail communication easy.
- Payments made into an 'Inmate Wallet' account are linked to a dedicated telephone number for inmates who rent one of their Reliance Tablet Phones.
- Inmate Wallet funds can be used for personal inmate text messaging, voice calls and video calls.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Crow Wing County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 218-822-7050 for further assistance.
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Nearby counties
The Crow Wing County Jail serves the following cities and towns of Crow Wing County: Baxter, Brainerd, Breezy Point, Crosslake, Cuyuna, Emily, Fifty Lakes, Fort Ripley, Garrison, Ironton, Jenkins, Lake Edward, Lake Hubert, Nisswa, Pequot Lakes, Pillager and Pine River.