Lincoln County, SD Arrests, Mugshots & Jail Records

The Lincoln County Sheriff keeps arrest records and makes them accessible to the public. Interested persons can get these records by calling or visiting the Sheriff at:

Lincoln County Sheriff's Department

128 North Main Street

Canton, SD 57013

Phone: (605) 764-5651

Meanwhile, arrest records of inmates are accessible online via the Inmate Search system. To search the online portal, enter the inmate's name or arrest date as necessary.

The following police departments in Lincoln County typically maintain incident and arrest records:

• Harrisburg Police Department
• Tea Police Department
• Lennox Police Department
• Canton Police Department

Requesters can visit the nearest police office to obtain records of individuals arrested within the community. Some police departments may publish recent arrest reports directly on their websites, while others provide access through downloadable or online request forms.

The South Dakota DCI Identification Section maintains the computerized criminal history (CCH) system and makes it accessible only to law enforcement agencies and authorized employers. Residents can also request their criminal history files via the CCH database. To do so, sign up on the SD Background Check portal and provide the subject's personal information. Enter credit card or banking details to pay the $26.75 processing fee and print out the receipt. Then, proceed to get fingerprinted through the Lincoln County Sheriff, local police departments, or authorized Livescan providers. When visiting the vendor, ensure to bring the receipt, a valid photo ID, and the required fee to complete and submit fingerprints electronically.

Applicants can also submit mail requests to obtain the DCI criminal records. The mail request should include completed fingerprint cards, the Authorization and Release Form, and the $26.75 processing fee payable by check or money order. Mail the required documents to:

South Dakota Division of Criminal Investigation

1302 East Highway 14, Suite 5

Pierre, SD 57501

Phone: (605) 773-3331

Criminal case files typically include the defendant's name, charges, and other arrest-related information. These documents are maintained by the Lincoln County Clerk of Court. To get these records, submit formal requests via phone, mail, or in person at:

Lincoln County Clerk's Office

104 North Main Street

Canton, SD 57013-1732

Phone: (605) 987-5891

Alternatively, visit the SD Public Access Record Search system to look up criminal case files in Lincoln County. Arrest records are also accessible online through reputable third-party websites like InfoTracer.