Warrant records in Cavalier County, North Dakota are considered public records pursuant to North Dakota Century Code § 44-04-18, which establishes the state's open records law. Under this statute, all government records are presumed open to public inspection unless specifically exempted by law. The North Dakota Public Records Law ensures transparency in governmental operations, including those of the judicial system and law enforcement agencies.
Members of the public may access warrant information through designated channels established by the Cavalier County courts and law enforcement agencies. This access promotes accountability within the criminal justice system and allows citizens to verify the status of warrants that may affect them or others. However, certain warrant information may be temporarily sealed by court order if disclosure would compromise an ongoing investigation or endanger public safety.
Pursuant to North Dakota Century Code § 44-04-18.7, records containing personal information of a confidential nature may be redacted from public warrant records to protect privacy interests while still maintaining the public's right to access essential information about judicial proceedings.
Warrant records maintained by Cavalier County authorities typically contain the following information as required by North Dakota Century Code § 29-29-02:
For search warrants, additional information is included pursuant to North Dakota Century Code § 29-29-03, such as the specific location to be searched and items to be seized. All warrant records must meet constitutional requirements for particularity and probable cause as established by the Fourth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution and Article I, Section 8 of the North Dakota Constitution.
Residents of Cavalier County may verify warrant status through several no-cost methods established by local authorities:
When conducting a warrant search, individuals should be prepared to provide identifying information such as full name, date of birth, and address to ensure accurate results. Pursuant to North Dakota Administrative Rule 41, certain court records may have restricted access depending on case type and status.
The Cavalier County Sheriff's Office is the primary law enforcement agency responsible for executing warrants within county jurisdiction. Sheriff warrants are issued under the authority of the Northeast Judicial District Court and fall into several categories:
The Sheriff's Office maintains warrant records in accordance with North Dakota Century Code § 11-15-07, which establishes record-keeping requirements for county sheriffs. Active warrants remain in effect until executed, recalled by the court, or the subject is deceased. The Sheriff's Office coordinates with other law enforcement agencies to execute warrants when subjects are located outside Cavalier County.
Cavalier County Sheriff's Office
901 3rd Street
Langdon, ND 58249
(701) 256-2555
Official Website
Individuals seeking to determine if they are subject to an active warrant in Cavalier County may utilize several official verification methods:
Pursuant to North Dakota Supreme Court Administrative Rule 41(5)(b), individuals have the right to inspect records pertaining to themselves, subject to certain restrictions. When verifying warrant status, individuals should be prepared to provide proper identification to ensure accurate information is obtained.
Outstanding warrants in Cavalier County may be verified through established procedures that comply with North Dakota Century Code § 44-04-18:
Law enforcement agencies in Cavalier County maintain databases of active warrants that are regularly updated as new warrants are issued and existing warrants are executed. These records are synchronized with state and national databases including the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) pursuant to North Dakota Century Code § 12-60-16.
Individuals with outstanding warrants are advised to address the matter promptly through proper legal channels. Pursuant to North Dakota Century Code § 29-06-15, law enforcement officers may execute warrants at any time of day or night, though certain restrictions apply to the execution of search warrants during nighttime hours.
Warrant records in Cavalier County are maintained by multiple agencies and can be accessed through various official channels:
Pursuant to North Dakota Century Code § 29-29-18, search warrant records become public information after execution unless sealed by court order. The Child Support Division may also maintain records of bench warrants issued for non-payment of child support obligations.
Cavalier County Clerk of District Court
901 3rd Street, Suite 1
Langdon, ND 58249
(701) 256-2282
Official Website