Lakeville Bench Warrants
Lakeville bench warrants are issued by the 1st Judicial District Court in Dakota County. A judge issues a bench warrant when a person misses a court date or breaks a condition of a court order. The Lakeville Police Department enforces warrants locally, and the Dakota County Sheriff's Office manages the warrant division and jail. Lakeville has about 73,000 residents and sits in the southern part of the Twin Cities metro area. You can check for active bench warrants by calling the Dakota County Sheriff or by searching the state court records online.
Lakeville Overview
Lakeville Police and Bench Warrants
The Lakeville Police Department is at 9237 183rd Street West. The main number is 952-985-2800. The 24-hour dispatch line is 651-322-2323 or 952-322-2323. The station is open 24 hours for assistance, but admin hours are Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 4 PM. Officers enforce bench warrants during all contacts. A routine traffic stop can lead to an arrest if a bench warrant shows up in the system.
| Police | Lakeville Police Department 9237 183rd St W, Lakeville, MN 55044 952-985-2800 |
|---|---|
| Dispatch | 651-322-2323 / 952-322-2323 |
| Records Email | PoliceRecords@lakevillemn.gov |
| Sheriff | Dakota County Sheriff's Office 1580 Hwy 55, Hastings, MN 55033 651-438-4700 |
| Court | Dakota County Judicial Center 1560 Hwy 55, Hastings, MN 55033 651-438-8100 |
The Dakota County Sheriff's Office handles all bench warrants in the county. The office is at 1580 Highway 55 in Hastings. Call 651-438-4700 to check for active warrants. Give a full name and date of birth. Staff can confirm if a bench warrant exists. The Dakota County Judicial Center is next door at 1560 Highway 55.
Lakeville police also offer fingerprinting by appointment on Wednesday and Thursday afternoons. The fee is $20 for residents and $40 for non-residents. Letters of clearance cost $35. These services are separate from bench warrant matters but go through the same records division.
How to Search Lakeville Bench Warrants
Call the Dakota County Sheriff at 651-438-4700 for a quick check. They can tell you if a bench warrant exists in minutes. This is free.
Minnesota Court Records Online covers the 1st Judicial District, which includes Dakota County. Search by name or case number. The system shows party names, case type, and docket entries. A failure to appear entry usually indicates a bench warrant was issued. Some criminal cases have remote access limits, so online results may not be complete. Call the court at 651-438-8100 for more detail if needed.
The Bureau of Criminal Apprehension runs a statewide criminal history search. This covers all 87 counties. There is a fee, but it gives a full picture across the state. Under Minnesota Statute 13.82, warrant and arrest data is public information. You do not need a reason to ask about an active bench warrant in Lakeville.
Note: You can also email PoliceRecords@lakevillemn.gov for Lakeville police records tied to bench warrant arrests.
Lakeville Bench Warrant Records
The Lakeville Police Department shares department information and frequently asked questions on the city website.
You can request police reports by emailing PoliceRecords@lakevillemn.gov or visiting the station during admin hours. Reports tied to bench warrant arrests are public records. The Lakeville PD handles records requests through its admin office. For court records from the 1st Judicial District, go to the Dakota County Judicial Center in Hastings. Certified copies cost $10 and plain copies are $8.
The Dakota County Sheriff also maintains bench warrant records for all cities in the county, including Lakeville.
Call the sheriff at 651-438-4700 for details on how to access warrant records. Most of this data is public under state law.
Lakeville Bench Warrant Consequences
A bench warrant in Lakeville has no end date. It stays active until you deal with it. Under Minnesota Rule 3.01, the court must issue a warrant when someone fails to appear after a summons. The warrant sits in the system and can pop up at any time.
If Lakeville police or any other officer in the state runs your name and a warrant comes back, you can be arrested. Under MS 629.41, warrants can be served at any time of day or night. Some bench warrants allow for sign and release under MS 629.415. The officer gives you a notice with a new court date instead of booking you. Not all warrants allow this.
Failure to appear brings separate penalties. For felonies, skipping court on purpose can add up to half the max sentence. Misdemeanor and gross misdemeanor failures to appear are separate misdemeanor charges.
Resolving Lakeville Bench Warrants
Turn yourself in at the Dakota County jail in Hastings. Call 651-438-4700 first to find out the bail amount and what to bring. Have a valid photo ID and cash for bail. The court at the Dakota County Judicial Center is right next door at 1560 Highway 55, so your hearing can be set quickly.
A lawyer can help by filing a motion to recall the warrant. The Minnesota Self-Help Center has forms and resources for bench warrant cases. LawHelpMN lists free legal aid options near Lakeville. Track custody status through VINE for alerts on bookings and releases at the Dakota County jail.
- Call the Dakota County Sheriff at 651-438-4700
- Ask about the bail amount and process
- Bring cash and photo ID to the jail
- Get a new court date and attend
Dakota County Bench Warrants
Lakeville is in Dakota County. All bench warrants go through the Dakota County District Court and Sheriff's Office. For more on county procedures and resources, see the Dakota County page.
Nearby Cities
These cities are near Lakeville. Bench warrants go through the county that issued them.