Carver County, Minnesota custody guide
Check the Carver County Jail Roster Before You Pay, Visit or Rely on a Court Result
For Carver County, Minnesota, start with the Carver County Sheriff’s official Daily Inmate Roster. The county says the roster includes people currently in custody and people released within the previous 90 days, and it refreshes at two-hour intervals throughout the day.
A very recent arrest may not appear until intake is complete and a booking number has been assigned. A roster entry is a custody record—not proof of guilt, a final court disposition or proof that a warrant is still active.
606 E. 4th Street
Chaska, MN 55318
Current jail, visitation and warrant pages: 952-361-1145
Choose the Official System That Matches the Question
Carver County custody, warrants, court cases, Sheriff reports, state prison records and release notifications are separate records. Using the correct source is faster than searching multiple unofficial inmate websites.
Current jail or recent release
Use the Carver County Daily Inmate Roster. It covers current custody and releases within the previous 90 days.
Active Carver County warrant
Use the Sheriff’s Active Warrants page or call the Warrants Division at 952-361-1281.
Case, hearing or disposition
Use Minnesota Court Records Online and Carver County District Court at 952-361-1420.
Police report or public data
Use the Sheriff’s records/data-request process. Records: 952-361-1105, Sheriff-Records@co.carver.mn.us.
Minnesota DOC
Use the Minnesota DOC incarcerated-individual search when the person may be in state prison or under DOC jurisdiction.
Federal Bureau of Prisons
Use the BOP Inmate Locator when federal prison custody is involved.
How to Use the Carver County Jail Roster
- Start on the county-operated roster page. Use Carver County’s Daily Inmate Roster rather than a copied booking list, old screenshot or paid people-search site.
- Confirm Carver County is the correct jurisdiction. Check the arresting agency, city, warrant or court information. The Carver County Jail is in Chaska.
- Use the most complete legal name available. If a new arrest is missing, do not immediately assume release. The county says a person may not appear until intake finishes and a booking number is assigned.
- Check current custody and recent releases. The county roster retains people released within the past 90 days, which helps distinguish a quick release from a failed search.
- Compare more than a name. Review publicly displayed booking timing, age or other identifiers, arresting agency, charges and bail/status information where available.
- Verify the next action separately. Use the court for case status, the Warrants Division for warrants, NCIC for communications and Turnkey/InmateCanteen for canteen deposits.
Read the Roster as Custody Data, Not a Verdict
The roster can provide booking and custody information, but legal outcomes belong to the court record. If a charge, bail amount, status or release entry matters for a legal or financial decision, verify it with the Sheriff or Carver County District Court.
| Information | Useful for | Do not assume |
|---|---|---|
| Booking date/time | Checking whether a custody event matches the arrest you are researching. | It is the exact offense time or court filing time. |
| Custody status | Distinguishing a currently held person from a recent release. | A cached copy or screenshot is still current. |
| Release date/time | Confirming a release recorded in the roster. | A future or expected event is guaranteed before processing finishes. |
| Arresting agency | Finding the agency that may own an incident or arrest report. | That agency is the current jail, court or warrant custodian. |
| Charge | Understanding the allegation associated with the booking. | A booking charge is a conviction or final court disposition. |
| Bail/status | Identifying a possible release condition or case status. | A dollar amount means anyone can immediately pay and secure release. |
A warrant is also different from current incarceration. Carver County’s active-warrant page states that a name on the warrant list means a warrant was on file at the publication time, not that the person is guilty or currently in jail.
If the Person Is Missing From the Carver County Roster
Recent arrest
Possible explanation: intake is still in progress.
Next step: recheck after the next roster update and call 952-361-1145 when the question is time-sensitive.
Recently released
Possible explanation: the person left custody after booking.
Next step: use the roster’s 90-day release coverage and Minnesota VINE when supported notification is needed.
Court case but no jail entry
Possible explanation: a criminal case can exist without current incarceration.
Next step: check MCRO or call Carver County Court Administration at 952-361-1420.
Warrant but no jail entry
Possible explanation: a warrant orders arrest; it does not prove the person has already been arrested.
Next step: use the Active Warrants page or call 952-361-1281.
Transferred or sentenced
Possible explanation: the person may have moved to another county, Minnesota DOC or federal custody.
Next step: follow documented transfer and case information instead of searching counties at random.
Juvenile or protected information
Possible explanation: public access may be restricted.
Next step: contact the responsible court or agency rather than expecting the adult public roster to expose restricted records.
Carver County Warrants, Self-Turn-In and Bail/Bond/Fine
Carver County publishes unusually detailed warrant instructions. The Sheriff distinguishes between Bail/Bond/Fine, Sign and Release and Body Only warrants. A Body Only warrant requires arrest and appearance in court.
Active warrant check
The Active Warrants list updates at midnight, 2, 4, 6, 8 and 10 a.m.; noon; and 2, 4, 6, 8 and 10 p.m.
Warrants Division: 952-361-1281 during business hours. Outside business hours, Dispatch is 952-361-1231.
Self-turn-in
The Sheriff says a person with an active arrest warrant can turn themselves in at Carver County Jail, 606 E. 4th Street, Chaska, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Follow the Sheriff’s current warrant page for Door 7/17 and lobby-phone instructions before arriving.
The 4:00 a.m. detail matters, but it is not a promise
Carver County says reporting to the jail by 4:00 a.m. Monday-Friday increases the chance of being scheduled for an 11:30 a.m. bail hearing the same day. The Sheriff explicitly states that same-day court scheduling is not guaranteed.
Payment details published for warrant cases
- Exact cash is accepted where the warrant permits payment.
- Credit/debit card payment is listed with a convenience fee.
- The Sheriff states there is no ATM on site.
- A third party may post bail/bond/fine at the jail only when the defendant is in Carver County custody.
- A person turning in on a Carver County or out-of-county warrant can expect to complete the jail booking process before an eligible payment opportunity.
- The Sheriff cannot recommend a bond company; only agents approved under Minnesota’s court system should be used.
Carver County District Court and MCRO: A Pending Case Can Be Harder to Find
Carver County District Court
Carver County Justice Center
604 East 4th Street
Chaska, MN 55318
Phone: 952-361-1420
Business hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m., closed holidays.
The court is part of Minnesota’s First Judicial District and handles criminal, traffic, civil, family, probate and juvenile cases filed in Carver County.
Minnesota Court Records Online
MCRO provides Case Search, Document Search, Hearing Search and Judgment Search for public records available remotely.
Public documents available through MCRO can currently be downloaded without charge. Certified copies must be requested through the appropriate court administration.
If you do not know the case number or need a record unavailable remotely, contact Carver County Court Administration at 952-361-1420. Courthouse public-access terminals provide broader access to electronic district-court records than remote search.
Carver County Jail In-Person Visitation Uses Limited Appointment Slots
The current Sheriff visitation page lists specific appointment times rather than an all-day walk-in schedule. Call 952-361-1145 to schedule. Appointments are first-call, first-scheduled; walk-ins may be accommodated only when space, time and staffing allow.
| Day | Appointment start times | Important rule |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday | 1:30 PM, 2:00 PM, 3:30 PM, 7:00 PM, 7:30 PM, 8:30 PM | Limited slots; appointment strongly encouraged. |
| Saturday | 1:30 PM, 2:00 PM, 3:30 PM | One visit per person per day. |
| Sunday | 1:30 PM, 2:00 PM, 3:30 PM | Visits last approximately 20–30 minutes. |
- The visitor must be on the inmate’s pre-approved visitor list.
- The inmate must submit the visitor list by the night before the scheduled visiting day.
- Changes to the approved list are processed on the second and last Friday of each month.
- Visitors must be at least 18, or accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
- Valid government-issued photo identification or a driver’s license is required.
- Only a limited number of visits are available for each scheduled time.
Phone Calls, Remote Video Visits and Messages Use NCIC
Carver County’s current communication page identifies NCIC Inmate Communications as the provider. Inmates receive telephone access after completing booking. Incoming calls are not accepted, and three-way calls are prohibited.
| Service | Published rate | Note |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. calls | $0.16/minute | Prepaid collect and inmate debit; no connection fee listed. |
| Mexico & Canada calls | $0.25/minute | International calling category. |
| Other international calls | $0.35/minute | Verify destination availability with NCIC. |
| Remote video visits | $0.25/minute | Funded through an NCIC account. |
| Messages | $0.20/message | Subject to facility security review. |
| Picture/video messages | $0.30 each | Subject to facility security review. |
NCIC account setup/support: NCIC.com or 800-943-2189. NCIC communication credit is separate from canteen money and bail.
Inmate Canteen Money Uses Turnkey, Not the Phone Account
Carver County says it partners with Turnkey Commissary for inmate canteen deposits and purchases. The county directs friends and family to TEAM3.InmateCanteen.com and instructs new users to create an account.
Canteen / commissary
Use Turnkey/InmateCanteen for the jail’s published canteen service. Confirm the correct facility and inmate before submitting payment.
Communication account
Use NCIC for calls, remote video visits and messages. Funding NCIC does not fund the Turnkey canteen account.
Bail or warrant payment
Use the Sheriff or court instructions that apply to the actual case. Do not send bail money to a commissary or communications vendor.
Jail fees
Carver County states that inmates entering the jail may be required to pay fees under a County Board-approved fee schedule. Verify the current charge directly rather than relying on an old copied fee table.
Inmate Mail: Verify the Addressing Rules Before Sending Anything
During this October 3, 2026 review, the current Carver County jail-service pages located for roster, visitation, telephone service and inmate fees did not provide a dedicated public inmate-mail instruction page containing a verified recipient format, photo limits, publication rules or package rules.
This section intentionally avoids repeating detailed mail restrictions that were not verified on a current official jail page.
Mental-Health Services and PREA Safety Reporting
Jail mental-health and reentry services
Carver County Health & Human Services says its Jail Mental Health Program provides assessment and treatment services through a part-time psychologist and psychiatric nurse practitioner.
They work with reentry staff on identified mental-health and chemical-dependency needs after release. Community reentry services help connect people leaving jail with basic needs, employment, housing and health-care resources.
PREA / sexual abuse or harassment
The Sheriff states zero tolerance for sexual abuse and sexual harassment in the facility and says criminal allegations are investigated.
A member of the public wishing to make a report is directed to the Carver County Sheriff’s Office at 952-361-1212.
Sheriff Reports, Court Files and Booking Photos
Sheriff records and public-data requests
Carver County Sheriff’s Office says members of the public can request accident reports, police reports, 911-call transcripts and other public data by email, phone or walk-in request.
Records: 952-361-1105
Email: Sheriff-Records@co.carver.mn.us
Fees can apply under the county’s data-request process.
Court records are a separate request
For court filings, orders or certified court copies, use MCRO or Carver County Court Administration at 952-361-1420. A Sheriff incident report and a District Court case file are different records.
Booking photos / mugshots
The current Carver County jail-service pages reviewed for this refresh do not publish a clear general booking-photo release policy. Do not promise a “free mugshot lookup” or assume that a third-party image is an official current record.
If a law-enforcement image is needed, ask the Sheriff’s Records unit whether the requested image is public and what request process applies.
After Transfer: Minnesota VINE, Minnesota DOC and Federal Custody
Minnesota VINE — county jails
Minnesota DOC’s current notification page says Minnesota VINE provides notifications about releases from county jail. The current state-listed number is 877-664-8463, with online access through VINELink.
Minnesota DOC — state custody
The Minnesota DOC Locator contains public information about adults committed to the Commissioner of Corrections who remain under DOC jurisdiction, including people in prison or released while still under supervision.
Federal custody
Use the Federal Bureau of Prisons Inmate Locator when federal prison custody is involved. Disappearance from the county roster alone does not prove a federal transfer.
Carver County Jail, Sheriff, Warrants, Records and Court Contacts
| Office/service | Contact | Best use |
|---|---|---|
| Carver County Jail | 606 E. 4th Street, Chaska, MN 55318 952-361-1145 |
Current jail questions, visitation scheduling and warrant self-turn-in instructions. |
| Sheriff directory jail line | 952-361-1278 | Listed in the Sheriff contact directory as a 24-hour jail number. |
| Sheriff administration | 952-361-1212 | Sheriff administration and public PREA reporting. |
| Sheriff non-emergency / dispatch | 952-361-1231 | Non-emergency routing and after-hours warrant questions. |
| Warrants Division | 952-361-1281 | Carver County warrant verification and warrant-process questions. |
| Sheriff Records | 952-361-1105 Sheriff-Records@co.carver.mn.us |
Police reports, 911 transcripts and Sheriff public-data requests. |
| Carver County District Court | 604 E. 4th Street, Chaska, MN 55318 952-361-1420 |
Case numbers, hearings, court records, certified copies and court-date questions. |
| NCIC | 800-943-2189 | Prepaid calls, remote video visits and electronic messaging support. |
| Minnesota VINE | 877-664-8463 | Supported county-jail custody notifications. |
Carver County Jail Location in Chaska
The jail is at 606 E. 4th Street, Chaska, Minnesota 55318. Carver County District Court is next door at 604 E. 4th Street. Confirm whether you need the jail, Sheriff, Warrants Division, records staff or court before travelling.
Use Carver County Jail and Warrant Records Responsibly
- An arrest or booking is not a conviction.
- A listed booking charge is not the same as the final court disposition.
- An active warrant does not prove current incarceration.
- Refresh custody information before travelling, paying or arranging pickup.
- Do not treat a cached roster, copied report or screenshot as live custody confirmation.
- Do not use public jail or warrant information to harass, threaten, stalk, shame or impersonate anyone.
- Use the court record, not the roster, when a legal outcome matters.
- Verify unexpected payment demands directly with the responsible official office.
Carver County Jail Roster FAQs
Where is the official Carver County Jail roster?
Use the Daily Inmate Roster page on the official Carver County, Minnesota website. The Sheriff says it contains current custody information and people released during the previous 90 days.
How often is the Carver County jail roster updated?
The county publishes roster updates every two hours at 12, 2, 4, 6, 8 and 10 a.m.; noon; and 2, 4, 6, 8 and 10 p.m. A new arrest still may not appear until intake is complete and a booking number has been assigned.
How far back does the Carver County roster show releases?
The Sheriff says the public roster includes people released within the past 90 days. That makes the official roster useful when someone was booked and then released before you searched.
Why is a newly arrested person missing from the roster?
Carver County specifically warns that people may not appear until intake is complete and a booking number has been assigned. Recheck the official roster and call 952-361-1145 when the answer is time-sensitive.
How do I check a Carver County warrant?
Use the Sheriff’s Active Warrants page or call the Warrants Division at 952-361-1281 during business hours. Outside business hours, Dispatch is 952-361-1231. A warrant result is not the same as current jail custody.
Can someone turn themselves in on a Carver County warrant?
Yes. The Sheriff says a person with an active arrest warrant can turn themselves in at Carver County Jail, 606 E. 4th Street in Chaska, 24/7. Reporting by 4:00 a.m. Monday-Friday increases the chance of an 11:30 a.m. bail hearing that day, but same-day court is not guaranteed.
Why can’t I find a pending Carver County criminal case by name in MCRO?
Minnesota Judicial Branch says pending criminal cases do not return in MCRO when searching by defendant name until a conviction has been entered. For a pending case, use another permitted identifier such as case number, citation number or attorney information, or contact Carver County Court Administration at 952-361-1420.
How do I schedule a Carver County Jail visit?
Call 952-361-1145. Current in-person appointment slots are published for Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday. The visitor must be on the inmate’s pre-approved list; slots are limited and appointments are strongly encouraged.
What companies handle calls, messages and canteen money?
Carver County currently identifies NCIC Inmate Communications for calls, remote video visits and messages. Turnkey/InmateCanteen handles the jail’s published canteen deposit and purchase service. They are separate accounts.
What if the person was transferred from Carver County Jail?
Follow the available transfer or sentencing information. Use Minnesota VINE for supported county-jail notifications, Minnesota DOC search for people under DOC jurisdiction and the BOP locator for federal prison custody. Do not search other counties randomly without a factual reason.
Official Sources Reviewed
These sources were reviewed on October 3, 2026. Custody status, roster entries, warrants, bail eligibility, visitation, vendor rates, court access and phone numbers can change, so recheck the live official source immediately before taking action.
- Carver County Sheriff — Daily Inmate Roster
- Carver County Sheriff — Jail Services and PREA
- Carver County Sheriff — Inmate Visitation
- Carver County Sheriff — Inmate Telephone Calls, Video and Messaging
- Carver County Sheriff — Jail Fees and Inmate Canteen
- Carver County Sheriff — Warrants, Self-Turn-In and Bail/Bond/Fine
- Carver County Sheriff — Active Warrants
- Carver County Sheriff — Records and Data Requests
- Carver County — Jail Mental Health and Community Reentry Services
- Minnesota Judicial Branch — Carver County District Court
- Minnesota Judicial Branch — Minnesota Court Records Online
- Minnesota DOC — Custody Status and Release Notification
- Minnesota DOC — Search for Individuals and Fugitives
- Federal Bureau of Prisons — Inmate Locator