Who to Call at Washington County Jail (And When)

At a Glance

• ✓ Emergency: 9-1-1
• ✓ Non-emergency law enforcement: 651-439-9381
• ✓ Sheriff’s Office main office: 651-430-7600
• ✓ Booking/arrest/detention data: 651-430-7900

Call 9-1-1 for emergencies - situations where someone's safety is at risk and you need help immediately. For law-enforcement issues that need attention but aren't life-threatening, use the non-emergency line at 651-439-9381. Not sure which applies? Ask yourself: "Does this need an immediate response right now?" If yes, dial 9-1-1.

For questions about an arrest, booking, or detention status, call 651-430-7900. This is the number Washington County lists for arrest and detention data - it's also the line for the Jail Division. When you call, say upfront that you're looking for arrest or detention information and have identifying details ready for the person you're asking about. This helps staff find the right record quickly.

• ✓ Full legal name of the person you’re asking about
• ✓ Booking number (if you have it)

If you need to handle something in person at the Law Enforcement Center, the address is 15015 62nd Street North, Stillwater, MN 55082. For general Sheriff’s Office questions before you go, call the main office at 651-430-7600.

Quick Call Tips

• ✓ Have the person’s full legal name ready (and a booking number if you know it) before you call 651-430-7900 for arrest/detention information.
• ✓ If you’re not sure which unit handles your question, start with the Sheriff’s Office main office at 651-430-7600.
• ✓ For routine law-enforcement matters that aren’t emergencies, use 651-439-9381 instead of 9-1-1.

1. Call for booking/detention info - Use 651-430-7900 if you’re trying to confirm arrest or detention details.
2. Call the main office - Use 651-430-7600 for general Sheriff’s Office questions or if you’re not sure where to start.
3. Call 9-1-1 for emergencies - If there’s an immediate threat or urgent safety issue, call 9-1-1.