Rochester White Pages
Rochester White Pages searches use public records held by Olmsted County and several state agencies. Rochester is the third largest city in Minnesota with about 123,000 people. It serves as the county seat of Olmsted County and falls in the 3rd Judicial District. The Olmsted County Government Center at 151 4th Street SE houses the District Court, property records, vital records, and other offices that hold the data behind a White Pages search. You can look up court cases, find property owners, view jail rosters, and search warrant lists using free online tools. This page covers how to use each one for Rochester.
Rochester Overview
Rochester White Pages Court Records
Court records are a core part of any Rochester White Pages search. The Olmsted County District Court has original jurisdiction in all civil, criminal, family, probate, juvenile, and traffic cases filed in the county. The courthouse is at 151 Fourth Street SE in Rochester. Court Administrator Hans Holland manages the office. Call (507) 722-7264 for general court questions.
You can search Rochester court records for free through Minnesota Court Records Online. Enter a first and last name, and set the county filter to Olmsted. Results show party names, case type, filing date, case status, hearing dates, and docket entries. Public documents filed after July 1, 2015 are available to view and download at no charge. The system also lets you search by case number, citation number, or attorney name. Registration is free for full access to documents and register of actions.
The Olmsted County District Court page on the Minnesota Judicial Branch site has court hours, contact numbers, and a list of judges. Regular hours are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Wednesday hours start at 9:00 AM.
The Olmsted County District Court page on the Minnesota Judicial Branch site shows contact details and hours.
Note: Confidential cases like domestic abuse and juvenile matters do not appear in online court searches.
Rochester White Pages Property Records
Property records connect names to addresses. The Olmsted County Property Information portal is the main tool for property data in Rochester. You can search by street address, property ID, owner name, or use the map search. The system shows owner names, assessed values, property classifications, building details like year built and square footage, tax amounts, and sales history.
To use it, visit the site and accept the disclaimer. Pick your search type and enter your criteria. Click on a result to see the full property profile page. The data comes from the Olmsted County Assessor's office, which handles about 76,000 parcels in the county. Property records staff can be reached at (507) 328-7670 or by email at propertyweb@co.olmsted.mn.us. The office is at the Olmsted County Government Center, 151 4th Street SE. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
The Olmsted County property search portal lets you look up ownership, values, and tax data for any parcel in Rochester.
Olmsted County also has a GIS mapping tool integrated with the property search. The map lets you search by parcel PIN, address, or plat name. It shows parcel boundaries, address points, zoning districts, school districts, and aerial imagery. Click on any parcel to see a popup with basic property info, then link out to the full record.
Rochester White Pages Criminal Search
For criminal records in Rochester, you have several options. The state-level BCA Criminal History Search covers all of Minnesota. Enter a first and last name to check for criminal history data. Date of birth helps narrow results. The BCA system is free but should not be used as a substitute for a formal background check.
The Olmsted County Sheriff maintains an in-custody list online. It shows who is currently in the Adult Detention Center in Rochester. The list is updated daily and shows booking photos, names, charges, and bond amounts. You can search by name or browse alphabetically. The jail is at 101 4th Street SE. Call (507) 328-6790 for custody inquiries.
The Olmsted County Adult Detention Center in-custody list shows current inmates with charges and bond info.
The sheriff also has an active warrants search. You can look up warrants by name, date of birth, or warrant number. Warrants issued in Olmsted County stay active until they are executed, recalled by the court, or otherwise resolved. The Civil and Warrants Division served over 3,600 civil papers in 2025 alone. Call (507) 328-6830 for warrant questions.
Vital Records in Rochester
Vital records are another tool for a Rochester White Pages search. The Olmsted County Vital Records office handles birth, death, and marriage certificates. The office is at the Government Center, 151 4th Street SE. You need an appointment to visit. Use the Olmsted County Online Check-in System to schedule one. Call (507) 328-7670 with questions.
Birth certificates cost $26 for the first copy and $19 for each additional copy of the same record. Death certificates are $13 for the first copy and $6 for additional copies. Marriage certificates are $9 each. You can request records in person, by mail, by fax, or online through VitalChek. Mail requests must be notarized. Certified copies require proof of tangible interest in the record, meaning you have to show a connection to the person named.
For marriages, you can also check the Minnesota Official Marriage System to find where a license was issued. Olmsted County can only provide marriage certificates for licenses that were originally applied for in the county. If you are not sure which county a marriage took place in, the MOMS system covers the whole state.
Note: Death records before 1997 are available through the Minnesota Department of Health or the History Center of Olmsted County.
Rochester White Pages City Tools
The City of Rochester runs a 311 service request system at rochestermn.qscend.com/311. While this is not a people search tool, it tracks city service requests and shows public activity tied to specific locations. Residents can report issues and track the status of their requests through the system.
The Rochester 311 system lets residents report issues and track city service requests online.
Under the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, most government data in Rochester and Olmsted County is public. You can request records from any city or county department without giving your name or explaining why you want the data. Viewing records in person is typically free. Copy fees apply for reproductions. The Olmsted County Property Records and Licensing department oversees several services that preserve land and individual records for the benefit of the public.
How to Search Rochester White Pages
A solid Rochester White Pages search uses multiple databases. Start with what you know and pull from different sources to build a fuller picture.
If you have a name, start with court records at MCRO with the county set to Olmsted. That gives you case history in Rochester. Then check property records at publicaccess.co.olmsted.mn.us to see if the person owns property. Run a BCA criminal history check for state-level data. Check the jail roster and active warrants list through the sheriff's office. For vital records, contact the Olmsted County Vital Records office or the Minnesota Department of Health.
If you have an address, the property search works in reverse. Enter the address and find the owner. Then cross-reference that name through other sources. Olmsted County updates property data regularly, so the owner on file should be current or close to it.
- Court records: free online via MCRO
- Property records: free at Olmsted County portal
- Criminal history: free via BCA search
- Jail roster: free online daily update
- Active warrants: free search at sheriff site
- Vital records: fees apply per copy
Rochester White Pages Contacts
The Olmsted County Government Center is where most county offices are located. The District Court, property records, vital records, and other departments all work out of this building. Here are the key contacts for a Rochester White Pages search.
| Government Center | 151 4th Street SE Rochester, MN 55904 |
|---|---|
| District Court | (507) 722-7264 |
| Property Records | (507) 328-7670 |
| Sheriff | (507) 328-6800 |
| Jail (ADC) | (507) 328-6790 |
| Warrants Division | (507) 328-6830 |
| Vital Records | (507) 328-7670 |
The Sheriff's Office is also at 101 4th Street SE. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The Vital Records office closes at 4:15 PM and requires an appointment.
Olmsted County White Pages
Rochester is the county seat of Olmsted County. All court filings and most public records go through county offices at the Government Center. Olmsted County includes eight cities and 18 townships. For more details on county-wide resources, visit the Olmsted County White Pages page.
Nearby Minnesota Cities
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