Maplewood, Minnesota Public Records

Ramsey County is served by several law enforcement agencies, including the Ramsey County Sheriff's Office and municipal police departments such as the Saint Paul Police Department, Maplewood Police Department, and Roseville Police Department. Each city department is responsible for law enforcement within its respective city limits, while the Sheriff's Office provides services to unincorporated areas and assists with major crimes. Coordination between these agencies is common, especially for large-scale investigations or regional crime issues.

The Ramsey County Adult Detention Center is the primary jail facility in the county. It handles the booking and detention of individuals arrested within the county. The booking process involves fingerprinting, photographing, and recording personal information. Inmate lookup services are available online, allowing the public to search for individuals currently held in the facility. Visitation rules are specific to the facility, with scheduled times and regulations that must be adhered to by visitors. The bond and bail process follows Minnesota state guidelines, allowing for the release of detainees under certain conditions. Recently arrested individuals can be located through the Sheriff's Office website or by contacting the detention center directly.

Maplewood residents are served by the Second Judicial District Court of Minnesota, Ramsey County, with the main courthouse located at 15 West Kellogg Boulevard, Saint Paul, MN 55102 (phone: 651-266-8266). This district court handles all felony criminal cases, gross misdemeanors, civil matters over $15,000, family law matters including divorce and custody, probate and estate cases, and juvenile matters. For lower-level offenses and small claims, Ramsey County also operates conciliation court for civil disputes under $15,000 (located at the same courthouse address). Maplewood does not operate its own municipal court; traffic violations and misdemeanor offenses are prosecuted in Ramsey County District Court. Minnesota offers a statewide court records search through the Minnesota Judicial Branch's Public Access system (https://pa.courts.state.mn.us/), which provides free online access to case information including party names, case numbers, charges or causes of action, hearing dates, and case outcomes, though certain records involving minors, mental health commitments, and sealed cases are restricted. Court users can search by name, case number, or attorney. Certified copies of court documents cost $14 for the certification plus copy fees, while non-certified copies are typically $5 for the first page and $0.25 per additional page. In-person records requests can be made at the Court Administration Office during regular business hours, with some documents available for same-day pickup and others requiring processing time depending on record age and complexity.

The criminal records system in Ramsey County includes records of felonies, misdemeanors, traffic violations, and the sex offender registry. These records are maintained by the Ramsey County Sheriff's Office, municipal police departments, and the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA). Residents can conduct background checks through the BCA, which provides comprehensive criminal history information. The BCA's online system allows for easy access to public criminal records, subject to certain restrictions and privacy laws.

Arrest records in Ramsey County are maintained by the Ramsey County Sheriff's Office and the various city police departments within the county. Residents and attorneys can request arrest records through these agencies, often requiring a formal request or application. Arrest records typically include information such as the date of arrest, charges, and the arresting agency. Under the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, these records are accessible to the public, although certain restrictions may apply to protect privacy or ongoing investigations.

Property and land records for Maplewood are maintained by Ramsey County government offices in downtown Saint Paul. The Ramsey County Assessor's Office, located at 90 West Plato Boulevard, Suite 300, Saint Paul, MN 55107 (phone: 651-266-2000, website: https://www.ramseycounty.us/residents/property/property-records-data), maintains property assessment data for tax purposes, including current assessed values, property characteristics, square footage, year built, and ownership information. The county provides a free online Property Information Search tool through its website where users can search by address, parcel ID number (PID), or owner name to view current assessments, tax statements, and property history. The Ramsey County Recorder's Office, located at Ramsey County Courthouse, 15 West Kellogg Boulevard, Saint Paul, MN 55102 (phone: 651-266-2000, website: https://www.ramseycounty.us/residents/property/property-records-data/search-property-records), records and maintains official land records including warranty deeds, quit claim deeds, mortgages, satisfactions, liens, lis pendens, easements, and other encumbrances affecting real property. The Recorder's Office provides free online access to recorded documents dating back to the 1980s through its online document search portal, with older documents available on microfilm or in paper form at the Recorder's Office. Users can search by document type, recording date, grantor/grantee names, or parcel number, and view and print documents without charge. Ramsey County also maintains a comprehensive Geographic Information System (GIS) mapping portal (https://www.ramseycounty.us/residents/maps-data) that provides interactive parcel maps, zoning information, environmental features, and property boundaries for all parcels in Maplewood and throughout the county.

Maplewood's economy is anchored by several major employers, most notably the 3M Company, which maintains its global corporate headquarters complex just across the border in adjacent Maplewood Township with thousands of employees working in the immediate Maplewood area. Other significant employers include the Maplewood Commons shopping district (formerly Maplewood Mall), multiple healthcare facilities including HealthEast clinics and services, the Maplewood branch of Century College which serves northeastern Ramsey County, and the North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale School District (ISD 622) which employs hundreds of teachers and staff. The city's commercial corridors along White Bear Avenue, Highway 61, and County Road B feature substantial retail, dining, and service businesses. Maplewood's economy reflects its character as a mature first-ring suburb with a mix of manufacturing legacy (tied to 3M and other industrial operations), retail commerce, healthcare services, and residential neighborhoods. The median household income in Maplewood is approximately $68,000, somewhat below the Ramsey County median, reflecting the city's diverse socioeconomic makeup. Recent economic development has focused on redevelopment of aging commercial properties, including transformation of the Maplewood Mall property into a mixed-use development with retail, entertainment, and residential components. The city benefits from its strategic location at the intersection of major highways (I-694, I-494, Highway 61, Highway 36) which has attracted distribution and logistics operations. Maplewood's economy is closely integrated with the broader Twin Cities metropolitan economy, serving as both a bedroom community for Saint Paul and Minneapolis workers and an employment center in its own right, particularly in manufacturing, healthcare, and retail sectors.

The Maplewood Police Department, located at 1830 County Road B East, Maplewood, MN 55109 (phone: 651-249-2600, website: https://www.maplewoodmn.gov/182/Police-Department), serves as the primary law enforcement agency for the city. Citizens can request police reports, incident records, and accident reports by visiting the Records Unit during business hours or submitting written requests; the department charges fees for copies as allowed under Minnesota Statutes Section 13.03. The Ramsey County Sheriff's Office, headquartered at 425 Grove Street, Saint Paul, MN 55101 (phone: 651-266-9333, website: https://www.ramseycounty.us/residents/public-safety/sheriffs-office), provides countywide law enforcement services including civil process, court security, and patrol in unincorporated areas, though Maplewood has its own municipal police force. For arrest and jail booking information, the Ramsey County Adult Detention Center operates an online inmate roster accessible through the Sheriff's Office website, showing current inmates' names, booking dates, charges, bond amounts, and booking photographs. Minnesota's public records law, codified in the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act (Minnesota Statutes Chapter 13), establishes that arrest records, booking logs, and incident reports are generally public data, though certain investigative data may be temporarily classified as private during active investigations. Requests for law enforcement records should cite Minnesota Statutes Section 13.82 (criminal investigative data) and Section 13.43 (personnel data) as applicable, with agencies required to respond to requests within a reasonable time, typically within ten business days.

Birth and death certificates for Maplewood residents are issued by the Minnesota Department of Health, Office of Vital Records, located at 1300 Goddard Avenue, Saint Paul, MN 55106 (phone: 651-201-5970, website: https://www.health.state.mn.us/people/vitalrecords/). Birth certificates cost $26 for the first copy and $19 for each additional copy ordered at the same time, while death certificates cost $13 for the first copy and $6 for additional copies. The state offers online ordering through VitalChek with additional processing fees, with typical processing times of 7-10 business days for mail requests and expedited options available. Birth records in Minnesota are available only to the registrant (if 18 or older), parents named on the record, legal representatives, or individuals with a court order; death certificates are public records without restriction. Ramsey County also maintains some vital records; the Ramsey County Vital Records Office can be reached at 651-266-2300 for information. Marriage licenses are issued by the Ramsey County Clerk's Office, located at 90 West Plato Boulevard, Suite 160, Saint Paul, MN 55107 (phone: 651-266-2225), with a fee of $115 and no waiting period or blood test required. Marriage records are public information in Minnesota. Divorce records are maintained as part of the court file in Ramsey County District Court (15 West Kellogg Boulevard, Saint Paul) and can be accessed through the Minnesota Court Public Access system or in-person at the courthouse. Minnesota vital records are digitized from the early 1900s forward, with older records available through the Minnesota Historical Society. Requesters must provide valid government-issued photo identification when requesting vital records in person.

Maplewood requires businesses operating within city limits to obtain a business license through the City of Maplewood Community Development Department, 1830 County Road B East, Maplewood, MN 55109 (phone: 651-249-2000, website: https://www.maplewoodmn.gov/244/Business-Licenses). License requirements and fees vary by business type, with general business licenses typically requiring annual renewal. The city also issues specific licenses for home occupations, rental properties, and certain regulated businesses. Business license information can be obtained by contacting City Hall directly. At the county level, fictitious business name registrations (assumed names or "doing business as" filings) are not filed with Ramsey County but rather with the Minnesota Secretary of State. The Minnesota Secretary of State, Business Services Division (60 Empire Drive, Suite 100, Saint Paul, MN 55103, phone: 651-296-2803, website: https://www.sos.state.mn.us/business-services/), maintains the statewide database for all business entity formations including corporations, limited liability companies, limited partnerships, and assumed names. The state offers a free online Business Information Search tool where users can look up entity status, registered office address, registered agent information, officers and directors, annual renewal status, and formation dates. New business filings can be completed online with fees ranging from $50 for assumed names to $155 for LLC formations. UCC (Uniform Commercial Code) financing statements, which create security interests in personal property and business assets, are also filed with the Minnesota Secretary of State's UCC Division, with online searching available. For commercial property tax assessments in Maplewood, business owners should consult the Ramsey County Assessor's Office Property Information Search, which shows current assessed values for commercial and industrial properties used in calculating property taxes.

Maplewood voters are served by the Ramsey County Elections Office, located at 90 West Plato Boulevard, Saint Paul, MN 55107 (phone: 651-266-2171, website: https://www.ramseycounty.us/residents/elections-voting). This office administers all federal, state, county, and municipal elections for Maplewood residents, including voter registration, absentee voting, polling place management, and election results certification. Minnesota offers online voter registration through the Minnesota Secretary of State website (https://mnvotes.sos.state.mn.us/) up to 21 days before any election, with same-day registration also available at polling places on Election Day with proper proof of residence. Acceptable documents for same-day registration include a Minnesota driver's license, state ID, tribal ID, or a utility bill showing current address. Maplewood conducts municipal elections for mayor and city council positions in odd-numbered years; the next municipal election will be held in November 2025, with primary elections if necessary in August 2025. Maplewood's mayor serves a four-year term, and council members serve staggered four-year terms representing five wards. Voters can find their assigned polling location by using the Polling Place Finder on the Minnesota Secretary of State website or by contacting the Ramsey County Elections Office directly; Maplewood has multiple polling locations including Maplewood Community Center, Hazelwood Elementary, and other neighborhood sites. Minnesota law makes extensive election records public under Minnesota Statutes Section 201.091, including the statewide voter registration list (available for purchase for political purposes), campaign finance reports filed with the Minnesota Campaign Finance Board (https://cfb.mn.gov/), candidate filings and nominating petitions, and precinct-level election results. In the November 2024 presidential election, Ramsey County reported approximately 75% voter turnout with over 285,000 ballots cast. Looking ahead to November 3, 2026, Maplewood and Ramsey County voters will decide several major races: all Minnesota U.S. House seats (Minnesota has 8 congressional districts, with Maplewood split between the 4th and potentially 3rd districts depending on ward); one U.S. Senate seat (Senator Tina Smith's seat is up for election in 2026); all 134 Minnesota House seats and approximately half of the 67 Minnesota Senate seats; constitutional officers including Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, Secretary of State, and State Auditor; Ramsey County offices including County Commissioners, County Attorney, and Sheriff; and various judicial positions. Minnesota law allows no-excuse absentee voting; any registered voter can request an absentee ballot by applying online through the Minnesota Secretary of State Absentee Ballot Portal (https://mnvotes.sos.state.mn.us/ABRegistration/), by mail, by email, or in person at the Ramsey County Elections Office beginning 46 days before any election. Absentee ballots can be returned by mail (must be received by Election Day), in person at the county elections office, or at designated drop boxes throughout Ramsey County.