Dodge County Arrest Records

According to Nebraska Revised Statutes §§ 29-407 and 29-404.02, law enforcement officers in Dodge County may arrest an individual after obtaining a court-issued warrant or if they have reasonable cause to believe the individual has committed a crime.

Arrestees are typically held in the Dodge County Jail for up to 24 hours after booking by the Dodge County Sheriff’s Office. Individuals who remain in custody for longer than a day are transferred to the Saunders County Corrections facility in Wahoo, Nebraska. Arrest records are created during the booking process and serve as the initial documentation in the criminal justice system. However, these records do not imply guilt; they only confirm that an arrest took place. Additional records generated during criminal proceedings—such as Dodge County Court Records, which include convictions and court orders—may ultimately determine guilt.

Are Arrest Records Public in Dodge County?

Yes. Under Nebraska Revised Statute 84-712, anyone may request to view law enforcement records, including arrest records, during official business hours. However, Nebraska Statute 29-3523 provides for certain information to be redacted or withheld from the public record in the following circumstances:

• If no charges are filed within one year of an arrest, based on the prosecuting attorney’s determination.
• If no charges are filed following the successful completion of a diversion program, in which case the arrest information is removed from public record two years after the date of arrest.
• If charges were filed but later dismissed upon motion by the prosecuting attorney.

What Do Public Arrest Records Contain?

In Dodge County, public arrest records commonly include:

• Arrestee’s Name
• Date and Time of Arrest
• Location of Arrest
• Arresting Agency
• Arresting Officer
• Charges
• Booking Number
• Bond Amount

Dodge County Arrest Statistics

The most recent Data and Reports – Arrest and Offense Data, published by the Nebraska Crime Commission, shows that in 2023, Dodge County recorded 325 arrests for various offenses. Alcohol-related offenses accounted for the highest percentage (49 arrests or 15%). Other common offenses included driving under the influence (37 arrests or 11.3%) and drug possession (42 arrests or 12.9%).

In contrast, arrests for vandalism, aggravated assault, embezzlement, drug violations, fraud, rape, and motor vehicle theft represented a smaller portion of the total arrest figures.

Find Dodge County Arrest Records

The Nebraska State Patrol’s Criminal Identification Division provides adult arrest records to anyone who pays the required fee of $15.50. Interested individuals may request these records online or submit a Criminal History Record Request form in person or by mail, along with a personal check or money order, to:

Nebraska State Patrol
Criminal Identification Division
P.O. Box 94907
Lincoln, NE 68509-4907.

Arrest record information may also be retrieved by querying the county sheriff’s office in person or via mail. Typically, record seekers may be required to provide information to facilitate the record search, including the personal information of the arrestee, the incident leading up to the arrest, the arresting officer, and the facility where the individual is held.

Free Arrest Record Search in Dodge County

Certain third-party websites offer free public record searches, including arrest records, through online portals. These services compile public records from official sources and present them in a user-friendly format.

How Long Do Arrests Stay on Your Record?

Arrest records in Dodge County may remain on an individual’s record indefinitely. Although Nebraska Statute 29-3523 allows for restricting access to arrest records after a certain period (generally between one or two years) or following the dismissal of charges, this does not apply to arrests that lead to a conviction.

Expunge Dodge County Arrest Records

In Dodge County, Nebraska, the process of removing arrest information from public access is known as expungement. Nebraska Revised Statute 29-3523 specifies situations where individuals may seek to have their arrest records expunged or sealed, including:

• When criminal charges are never filed, based on the prosecutor’s decision.
• When the individual completes a court-ordered diversion program instead of facing charges.
• When charges are dismissed by the court at the prosecutor’s request.
• When the individual was arrested by mistake.

To begin the expungement process, eligible individuals must file a petition in the court with jurisdiction over the arrest. The petition should explain the arrest details and the grounds for expungement and include all supporting documents. Petitioners must notify the arresting agency of their intent to seek expungement. The court may then schedule a hearing to determine whether to grant or deny the request.

Dodge County Arrest Warrants

As outlined in Nebraska Revised Statute 29-403, an arrest warrant is a legal document issued by a judge or clerk magistrate that grants law enforcement the authority to apprehend an individual suspected of criminal activity.

Dodge County issues an arrest warrant whenever a complaint is filed, supported by probable cause that a person committed an offense against county law. A Dodge County arrest warrant typically includes the following:

• The accused person’s name
• Physical descriptors (e.g., eye color, hair color, height)
• The alleged crime
• The name of the judge or magistrate issuing the warrant
• The date the warrant was issued
• The warrant’s expiration date

The Dodge County Sheriff’s Office is generally responsible for executing warrants and may have records of outstanding warrants within county limits. Interested persons may conduct a warrant search by sending a written request to the Sheriff’s office. However, certain active warrant details may not always be released to the public if they are likely to compromise ongoing investigations.

Dodge County Sheriff’s Office
428 N. Broad Street,
Fremont, NE 68025
Phone: (402) 727-2702

Warrants are also usually issued by the courts and filed with court clerks. Inquirers may access court dockets or public records at the Dodge County courthouse to determine if a warrant has been issued for someone.

Although the Nebraska State Patrol’s Criminal Identification Division typically handles arrest records and criminal histories, they may have information related to warrants if they are tied to arrests.

Do Dodge County Arrest Warrants Expire?

Arrest warrants in Dodge County generally remain valid indefinitely. They stay active until the individual is taken into custody and appears before a judge, the underlying charges are dropped, or a court recalls or voids the warrant through a judicial order.