About the Lac qui Parle County Jail
The Lac qui Parle County Jail operates under the authority of Sheriff Allen Anderson and is managed day-to-day by Jail Administrator Brian Benck. The facility is classified by the Minnesota Department of Corrections as a 90-Day Lockup, meaning it holds individuals for up to 90 consecutive days. It serves the county seat of Madison and surrounding townships within Lac qui Parle County.
In October 2025, the jail relocated to a new $13.55 million Government Center at 911 8th Avenue, Madison, MN 56256, on Highway 75. This facility replaced the original 1965 building and was built to bring the county into full compliance with Minnesota DOC standards under Governing Rule 2911. The May 2025 DOC inspection granted the facility Authority to Operate through June 30, 2026.
Bail and Bond Information
Bail amounts are set by the court at the time of arraignment and vary by charge. The roster above displays the current bail amount for each inmate where applicable. For example, as of the most recent data pull, Robert Allen Grimes (Booking #1360) carries a $60,000 unconditional bond or $30,000 with conditions on charges including First-Degree DWI and driving after cancellation inimical to public safety.
To post bail, contact a licensed Minnesota bail bondsman directly. They typically require 10% of the total bond as a non-refundable premium. Cash bail can also be posted at the facility. If you are unsure whether bail has been set or the amount has changed, call the Sheriff's Office at the number listed below.
- Lac qui Parle County Sheriff's Office
- 911 8th Avenue, Madison, MN 56256
Visitation Schedule
In-person visitation at the Lac qui Parle County Jail is available on the following days. Arrive on time because the facility does not extend visit windows.
| Day |
Hours |
| Tuesday |
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
| Thursday |
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
| Friday |
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
Visitors should bring valid government-issued photo ID. Visitation may be suspended without advance notice due to facility operations or lockdowns. Call ahead to confirm before traveling.
Inmate Phone Calls
Inmate calling at the Lac qui Parle County Jail is handled through Reliance Telephone using a prepaid phone card system. Cards are available through the facility canteen. In-state calls run approximately $0.40 per minute.
To receive calls, the person on the outside must be on the inmate's approved call list. Phone card purchases are managed through the canteen vendor Stellar Services.
Sending Money to an Inmate
Money for commissary canteen purchases is handled through Stellar Services. Inmates use their account balance to purchase supplemental food, personal hygiene items, and phone cards.
Contact the jail directly to confirm the current method for depositing funds, as procedures can change when a facility moves to a new location.
Court Dates
Court proceedings for Lac qui Parle County inmates are handled through the Eighth Judicial District. The county's Multi-County Court Administrator is Lindsay Listul, who oversees the Southern Assignment Area covering Lac qui Parle, Chippewa, Renville, and Yellow Medicine counties.
If an inmate has a pending court date, it will appear in the roster detail above. For scheduling questions or case status, contact the Lac qui Parle County District Court directly.
The address above is the legacy courthouse address. Confirm the current court location when calling.
- Lac qui Parle County District Court
- 600 6th Street, Madison, MN 56256
Electronic Monitoring (SCRAM)
The county uses SCRAM Secure Continuous Remote Alcohol Monitor for individuals on supervised release or as a condition of bond. This device continuously monitors alcohol consumption through transdermal testing.
If an inmate is released with a SCRAM condition, compliance is tracked remotely. Contact the Sheriff's Office for current monitoring fee schedules.
Lac qui Parle County Inmate Search - How This Roster Works
The Lac qui Parle County inmate search on this page is powered by a live sync with official booking data from the Sheriff's Office. Each record includes the inmate's name, booking number, booking date, bail amount, charges, and current custody status. Records are updated automatically whenever new booking data is released.
The facility currently holds a small population consistent with its classification as a rural 90-day lockup. If a name does not appear in the roster, the individual may have been released, transferred to a state facility, or not yet processed into the system. For urgent inquiries, contact the Lac qui Parle County Sheriff's Office directly.
About Lac qui Parle County, MN
Lac qui Parle County is located in western Minnesota along the South Dakota border, with a population of approximately 8,067 residents. The county seat is Madison, Minnesota.
The Sheriff's Office maintains a staff of approximately five sworn officers responsible for patrol, criminal investigation, court services, jail operations, and emergency dispatch across the county.