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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Dodge County record-source URLs verified against the official local and Minnesota state publishers on the review date. 4 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Dodge County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Dodge County, Minnesota — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
21,242
Population
Census estimate
7,827
Households
Census estimate
$92,890
Median income
Annual household
$245,800
Median home value
Census ACS
Mantorville
County seat
In Minnesota
Criminal records
1 source
Court records
5 sources
Wants & warrants
see state portal
Property records
see state portal
Vital records
1 source
Voter records
see state portal
Professional licenses
see state portal
Recorded documents
see state portal
Count of verified official sources per record type. Multiple sources One source Use state portal
Dodge County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Dodge County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | Case Search - Minnesota Court Records Online (MCRO) Access Case Records |
| Criminal records | Dodge County MN Warrants |
| Wants & warrants | No verified source — see Dodge County state portal below |
| Property records | No verified source — see Dodge County state portal below |
| Vital records | About the Office of Vital Records - MN Dept. of Health |
| Voter records | No verified source — see Dodge County state portal below |
| Professional licenses | No verified source — see Dodge County state portal below |
| Recorded documents | No verified source — see Dodge County state portal below |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Dodge County. Data verified June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Dodge County Records
2026
Dodge County official government portal active
The official Dodge County government website at www.co.dodge.mn.us continues to serve as the canonical local source.
2026
Dodge County court records portal verified
State court system links for Dodge County verified against the Minnesota judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Dodge County criminal records access
State criminal records repository for Dodge County (statewide system, not county-specific) confirmed active in 2026.
2026
FBI Identity History Summary (federal complement)
For records that may exist outside Minnesota, the FBI Identity History Summary at fbi.gov complements all county-level state records.
The 4-Step Dodge County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Dodge County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Dodge County clerk's office is the first stop.
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Step 2 — Use the Minnesota statewide systems
Criminal background, court case search, voter registration, and professional licensing are all run at the Minnesota state level — not by the county.
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Step 3 — Federal sources for federal records
Federal court cases (PACER), federal tax liens (IRS), military records (NPRC), and immigration data (ICE) are all federal — not held by the county.
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Step 4 — Cross-check before relying on data
Most county portals lag 24-48 hours behind the courthouse. For time-sensitive verification, call the clerk directly.
Five Things People Get Wrong About Dodge County Records
❌ Myth: "Dodge County maintains all criminal records."
✓ Truth: False. Criminal records for Dodge County are held by the Minnesota state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
❌ Myth: "Records sealed in Dodge County are gone everywhere."
✓ Truth: False. Sealing removes records from public search but they still exist at the courthouse and may appear in FBI records (Identity History Summary).
❌ Myth: "Free 'instant background' sites have Dodge County data."
✓ Truth: False. Only the official Minnesota state repository has verified, current Dodge County data. Free sites often have stale data.
❌ Myth: "The Dodge County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
✓ Truth: False. The Dodge County assessor's value is for property tax purposes only — usually below market value.
❌ Myth: "All county records older than 50 years are public."
✓ Truth: Partially false. Public-records rules vary by record type AND state. Court records and deeds are usually older-public; vital records remain restricted longer (often 75-125 years).
Primary Sources (All Verified)
- www.co.dodge.mn.us — Official Dodge County government website
- publicaccess.courts.state.mn.us — Court records — official source
- www.health.state.mn.us — Vital records — official source
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — Dodge County & Minnesota Records
For records not specific to Dodge County, use Minnesota's statewide system or the national hub.
📍 Minnesota statewide record systems:
- Minnesota Court Records →
- Minnesota Criminal Records →
- Minnesota Property Records →
- Minnesota Vital Records →
- Minnesota Voter Records →
- Minnesota Wants & Warrants →
- Minnesota Licenses →
- Minnesota Recorded Documents →
🇺🇸 National hubs:
Related Public Records
Minnesota statewide records: Court records · Criminal records · Wants & warrants · Property records · Vital records · Voter records · Licenses · Recorded docs
National directories: Court records · Criminal records · Property records · Vital records · Federal databases
About Dodge County, Minnesota
Dodge County is located in southeastern Minnesota. The county seat is Mantorville (official site: https://www.co.dodge.mn.us/).
- Population: 21,242
- Households: 7,827
- Median household income: $92,890
- Median home value: $245,800
- Below poverty line: 4.9%
- Land area: 439.4 sq mi
- Population density: 48.3 people / sq mi
- Public libraries indexed: 3
- NCES schools indexed: 9
Case Search - Minnesota Court Records Online (MCRO)
Official Free
Case records are displayed for all Minnesota district (trial) courts. The information available on MCRO is limited to case, hearing, and monetary judgment search results; case record information; Registers of Actions; monetary judgment details; and documents for publicly accessible district court case records that may also be available online, as defined by Rule 8, subd.
Access Case Records
Official Free
Each Minnesota district courthouse offers electronic access to statewide public case records through public access terminals . Each district courthouse also offers in-person counter access to locally-stored, public case records in paper form.
District Court Calendar - Dodge County Party Name Hearing Location
Official Free
District Court Calendar - Dodge County · Party Name · Hearing Location · Hearing Date Time · Judicial Officer · Hearing Type · Connection Type Case Number · McFarlin, David Wayne · Zoom Session · 04/21/2026 11:15 AM · Groehler, Debra A. Initial Case · Management · Conference · ...
Administration Phone Numbers - Dodge County District Court
Official Free
Court Services: (507) 635-6198 County Attorney: (507) 635-6275 Sheriff: (507) 635-6200 Jail (Olmsted County): (507) 285-8320 Legal Services (SMRLS): (888) 575-2954 or www.smrls.org Victim Services: (507) 635-6266 Public Defender (Rochester): (507) 285-7370 Women's Shelter: (507) 634-6070 Women's ...
Active Warrants - Welcome to Dodge County, MN
Official Free
Please DO NOT try and apprehend these individuals. If you have information on the whereabouts of someone listed on this page, please call your local law enforcement agency or the Dodge County Sheriff's Office at: 507-635-6200. Highlighted Warrants are the most recent warrants added by date issued.
GIS & Maps - Land Records - Welcome to Dodge County, MN
Official Free
Geographical Information Systems (GIS) Contact Bryan Byholm (Goodhue County and Dodge County GIS) 651-385-3193 bryan.byholm@goodhuecountymn.gov Contact Bryan Byholm at 651-385-3193 , or Dodge County Land Records Office 507-635-6245, with your request.
Dodge County MN Warrants
Official Free
Log in to the federal Judiciary’s electronic public access services. Close PACER Case Locator PACER Log in Manage PACER Account
Service Provider Directory | VINE by Equifax
Official Free
The VINE Service Provider Directory helps to make it easier for victims to locate assistance. Review your state’s requirements to join.
About the Office of Vital Records - MN Dept. of Health
Official Free
The Office of Vital Records (OVR) the Minnesota Fathers’ Adoption Registry. Our work includes partnering with funeral homes, hospitals, medical examiners, and others to ensure accurate and complete registration of births, deaths, and stillbirths in the state. OVR issues records and certificates, handles record changes, supplies data to the CDC's National Vital Statistics System, fulfills customer data requests, and more. We also oversee the statewide network of county vital records
Minnesota Official Marriage System - MACO/MOMS®
Official Free
Apply for MN Marriage License or Minnesota Marriage Certificate Search
Register to Vote or Update Your Registration - MNVotes
Official Free
This form is for eligible Minnesota residents to register to vote. Learn about your eligibility to vote · If you are a participant in Minnesota's Safe at Home Address Confidentiality Program, do not use this form. Contact Safe at Home at 1-866-723-3035
Dodge County
Official Free
Field notes are the narrative record of the cadastral survey . They are written in tabular format and contain the detailed descriptions of entire survey process including the instrumentation and procedures utilized, calling all physical evidence evaluated in the survey process, and listing all ...
Business Filing Details
Business, Voter & Other
Minnesota SOS business search.
mblsportal.sos.state.mn.us
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I look up court cases in Dodge County?
Dodge County court cases are searchable through the Access Case Records portal: https://mncourts.gov/access-case-records. Minnesota also operates a state-level case lookup through the Minnesota Court Records Online (MCRO) system. For federal matters, see PACER.
Can my employer see a sealed record in Minnesota?
Generally, most private employers running a standard name-based check cannot see a sealed Minnesota record. However, government employers, law enforcement, schools, healthcare facilities, and any role requiring a fingerprint-based check can see sealed records under specific statutory exemptions. Confirm specifics with the sealing court.
Can I find out if someone is divorced in Minnesota?
Yes. Search the court case index for the person's name in the county where they lived. Most Minnesota counties offer free online case-search portals. The state vital records office also issues divorce verifications for a fee.
Are Dodge County records free to search?
Yes — every link on this page goes to an official government source. Basic searches are free. Certified copies and formal background checks carry the standard government fee.