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- Independence Minnesota Sex Offender RegistryMinnesota Department of Corrections sex offender registry for Independence.
- City of Independence Police InformationObtain police reports 1918 County Road 90 Maple Plain, MN 55359 763-479-0500
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- Independence Minnesota Inmate SearchState of Minnesota Department of Corrections 1450 Energy Park Drive, Suite 200 Saint Paul, Minnesota 55108 Phone: 651-36
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- Independence Minnesota Missing PersonsMinnesota Missing Person Clearinghouse for Independence.
- Independence Minnesota Criminal History RecordsMinnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension criminal history for Independence.
- Independence Minnesota City Administration1920 County Road 90 Independence, MN 55359 763-479-0527
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Independence at a glance
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- Hennepin County
- County seat
- Minneapolis
- Population
- 3,755
- Hennepin County population
- 1,281,565
- Local records
- City of Independence
- ZIP codes
- 55359, 55572, 55577, 55592, 55593, 55599
About Independence public records
For broader criminal history inquiries, the Hennepin County Sheriff’s Office is equipped to assist, and they maintain their own repository of records. The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension is the state criminal repository and can provide statewide background checks upon request. The judicial system serving Independence is handled through the Hennepin County District Court, where residents can access a variety of court records. Any county vital records office in Minnesota, including Hennepin County's, issues certified birth and death certificates from anywhere in the state, often while you wait, and the Minnesota Department of Health issues them too. Marriage records come from the county where the license was issued. Property records are available through the Hennepin County Assessor and Recorder, who provide online access to property tax and ownership information. Minnesota treats most election records as public information, including voter registration files, absentee ballot requests, and certified results The November 2026 election will feature races for mayor and two city council seats in Independence.
The Hennepin County Elections Division handles all election administration for Independence voters. Their offices are located at 2400 Bridgewater Circle, Brookings, MN 55008, reachable by phone at 612-596-7000 or online at hennepin.us/residents/elections.
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How do I register to vote in Independence, Minnesota?
To register to vote in Independence, Minnesota, residents can register online through the Minnesota Secretary of State's website, by mail, or in person at the Hennepin County elections office. Minnesota requires voters to be U.S. citizens, at least 18 years old by Election Day, and residents of the state. The registration deadline is typically 30 days before an election. Voters can verify their registration status and find polling locations through the Minnesota Secretary of State's voter lookup tool. For local municipal elections in Independence, contact the Hennepin County Clerk's office for schedules and ballot information.
How do I look up property records in Independence, Minnesota?
Property records for Independence are kept by the Hennepin County Recorder, which records deeds, mortgages and liens, and the Hennepin County Assessor, which sets assessed values for tax purposes. Both offices provide copies on request. The Hennepin County page on this site (https://www.publicrecordcenter.com/hennepin-county-mn-public-records.html) lists more county record sources.
How do I get a birth or death certificate in Independence, Minnesota?
Vital records for Independence, Minnesota, such as birth, marriage, and death certificates, are maintained by the Hennepin County Office of Vital Records. Individuals can request these records by visiting https://www.hennepin.us/residents/births-deaths-marriages/vital records or contacting the office directly.
How do I find business license records in Independence, Minnesota?
Independence, Minnesota, is home to a range of local businesses, ranging from small family-owned shops to larger commercial enterprises. The city's business directory and economic development information can be found on the City of Independence website at https://www.ci.independence.mn.us/departments/economic-development.
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