Gage County Arrest Records

Arrests occur when Gage County law enforcement officers have probable cause to believe a person has committed a crime. Depending on the circumstances and the severity of the alleged offense, the officer can make an arrest with or without a warrant. Once arrested, individuals are usually taken to the Gage County Detention Center (GCDC), where they are processed and held until bail is posted, a court appearance is scheduled, or they are released by other legal means. The Gage County Sheriff's Office is the custodian of arrest records. These records are public and are available online and in person at the office during business hours. Arrest records are often linked to other official public documents, such as jail rosters, booking logs, and Gage County Court Records, which track the legal proceedings that follow an arrest.

Are Arrest Records Public in Gage County?

Yes. The Nebraska Public Records Act authorizes the inspection and copying of arrest records by members of the public. This makes the Gage County Sheriff's Office publish its arrest information online. Only arrest records considered confidential will be available to the public. Examples of non-public arrest records are criminal intelligence or investigative, dismissed arrest records, and arrest records that reveal the identity of an alleged victim of sex trafficking or sexual assault (Neb. Rev. Stat. § 84-712.05 and 29-3523).

What Do Public Arrest Records Contain?

The Gage County Detention Center (GCDC) provides public access to information about jail inmates. This information includes the arrested person's name, mugshot, charges, booking date, and county of commitment.

Gage County Arrest Statistics

The Nebraska Crime Commission (NCC) publishes arrest statistics to the public on its Arrest Data Query portal. Users must select the appropriate column and row to conduct a search. The 2018 data shows that 677 arrests occurred in Gage County. About 582 were adult arrests, and 95 were juvenile arrests.

Find Gage County Arrest Records

The Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) operates nine facilities across the state that house about 5,800 offenders. Record seekers can visit any of these facilities to obtain copies of Gage County offenders' arrest records. This service costs a fee, but those who want to conduct free arrest records searches can use the NDCS Incarceration Record Search portal. Users will need a name and ID to perform the search.

Individuals can also find arrest records of Gage County offenders housed in federal prisons at federal law enforcement agencies. The primary search methods are online, by mail, and in person. Some agencies charge fees while others provide free access to their records. Below are some federal law enforcement agencies where people can find Gage County arrest records:

• The Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP): The BOP has an Inmate Locator where individuals can find arrest records for free. The search criteria are name (first name, middle name, last name, age, race, or sex) or number (BOP register number, DCDC number, FBI number, or INS number). Those who cannot access their desired records online can visit the BOP facilities to submit an in person request.
• The United States Capitol Police (USCP): Members of the public can use the USPs online portal to find arrest summary reports of Gage County federal offenders. They can filter their searches using a CFN number, crime summary, crime date, or crime type. Alternatively, individuals can mail a Request Form to the USCP to obtain copies of arrest records.
• The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE): Record seekers can view arrest records without charges using the Online Detainee Locator System. Users must enter an A-Number or biographical information in the relevant search boxes to access records. Copies of arrest records can also be obtained at the ICE local field office and detention facility.
• The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI): This agency restricts its records from the public. Therefore, subjects of records can obtain copies of arrest records online, by mail, or through approved channelers. This service costs $18, payable by Credit Card Payment Form, money order, or certified check.

Free Arrest Record Search in Gage County

Individuals can easily find free arrest records on the Gage County Sheriff's Office's website. To see records, click the "CORRECTIONS" menu at the top bar and select "Current Inmates" from the dropdown. Users will find the list of all inmates in the county jail on the website. Individuals can also find arrest records for free on third-party websites. Free access will only return basic arrest information, which may not be sufficient for some users. Such users will need to pay a small fee to conduct comprehensive searches.

How Long Do Arrests Stay on Your Record?

Gage County arrests remain on record forever. The Neb. Rev. Stat. § 29-3523(3) provides a retention period for some arrest records, like dismissed arrest charges, which stay on record for three years. The Nebraska Secretary of State (SOS) also provides a retention period for some arrest records on its websites through its Records Management Division.

Expunge Gage County Arrest Records

Gage County Courts will automatically expunge dismissed arrest cases that occurred after December 31, 2016. However, individuals whose dismissal occurred before January 1, 2017, must file a Motion to Seal an Adult Criminal Record at the Gage County or District Court. The address is located below:

Gage County Courthouse
612 Grant Street Room
Beatrice, NE 68310

The county or city attorney will be notified of the applicant's sealing request, and a hearing will be scheduled. During the hearing, the applicant's eligibility for sealing will be considered. The prosecutor will be allowed to approve or object to the sealing request. If the request is granted, the judge will sign an expungement order. It takes a while for the court to update the applicant's arrest record on its computer system.

Gage County Arrest Warrants

The Neb. Rev. Stat. § 29-403 authorizes district court and county court judges to issue arrest warrants for the arrest of any person charged with a criminal offense. The judge will direct the warrant to the Gage County Sheriff, marshal, or city/village police officer. It will command the officer to arrest the defendant and bring them before the magistrate or issuing court (Neb. Rev. Stat. § 29-406). The officer can execute the arrest warrant anywhere in Nebraska (Neb. Rev. Stat. § 29-407).

Do Gage County Arrest Warrants Expire?

No. Gage County arrest warrants do not have expiration dates. Therefore, the officer is directed to execute it at any time. Arrest warrants remain valid until they are canceled or recalled by the issuing judge or the defendant is arrested.