Murray County Sex Offenders
Murray County sex offenders register with the Sheriff's Office in Slayton and appear in Minnesota's statewide predatory offender registry managed by the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension. Located in southwestern Minnesota, the county spans a rural landscape with small farming communities. Residents can check for registered sex offenders in Murray County for free using state-run online tools. The BCA keeps the registry up to date within 48 hours of any change. The Sheriff's Office handles registration, compliance checks, and coordinates with the state on community notification when a high-risk offender is released into the county.
Murray County Overview
Murray County Sheriff's Office
The Murray County Sheriff's Office in Slayton handles predatory offender registration for the county. Deputies process new registrations when offenders move in, verify home addresses, and pass information to the BCA so the statewide registry stays current. Compliance checks are a regular part of the process. Deputies check on registrants to confirm they live where they say they do and that other required details are accurate.
Murray County is a small rural county in southwestern Minnesota. The Sheriff's Office handles a wide geographic area with limited staff. State resources from the BCA and DOC support local efforts by maintaining the registry and providing guidance on community notification. If you have questions about a sex offender registered in Murray County or want to report a compliance concern, call the Sheriff's Office at (507) 836-6168.
| Office | Murray County Sheriff's Office |
|---|---|
| County Seat | Slayton, MN |
| Phone | (507) 836-6168 |
| Website | co.murray.mn.us/sheriff |
How to Search Murray County Sex Offender Records
The BCA Predatory Offender Registry at por.state.mn.us is the most complete public source for sex offenders in Murray County. Search by county, city, name, or zip code. Each result shows the registrant's current address, photo, and registration details. The BCA processes updates from local agencies like the Murray County Sheriff and keeps the database current within 48 hours of any change.
For Level 3 offenders, check the DOC Public Registrant Search at coms.doc.state.mn.us/publicregistrantsearch. Level 3 is the highest risk designation in Minnesota. Their profiles are publicly available and include photos, current addresses, and case summaries. The DOC can be reached at (651) 361-7340 for questions about specific registrants.
The National Sex Offender Public Website connects searches across all 50 states. Use it if someone moved to Murray County from South Dakota or another neighboring state and you want to check their out-of-state registration history.
Sex Offender Registration Requirements in Murray County
Predatory offender registration in Murray County is controlled by Minnesota Statute 243.166. Anyone with a qualifying sex offense conviction must register with local law enforcement in each place they live, work, or attend school. In Murray County, that means the Sheriff's Office in Slayton. Registration is mandatory. Not registering is a felony. So is providing false details.
Required disclosures include the primary home address, any secondary addresses, work location, school enrollment if applicable, and vehicle information. People without a stable home must check in with the Sheriff's Office on a regular basis and file paperwork with the BCA. The BCA maintains the master record and can be reached at (651) 793-7070. They process all updates submitted by Murray County law enforcement.
Most offenders remain on the registry for ten years after their sentence and supervision end. Those convicted of the most serious offenses must register for life. Missing registration deadlines or failing to report a move is a separate felony offense under Minnesota law.
Predatory Offender Notification in Murray County
Minnesota uses a risk level system set out in Minnesota Statute 244.052 to govern how the public gets informed about sex offenders. When an offender is released from prison and plans to live in Murray County, the state's review committee assigns a Level 1, 2, or 3 risk rating. That rating tells the Murray County Sheriff's Office how much public notification to carry out.
Level 1 is low risk. Law enforcement and requesting victims are told. The public does not receive notification. Level 2 is moderate risk. Schools, daycares, parks, and groups working with vulnerable people near the offender's Murray County address receive notice by mail or direct contact. Level 3 is the highest risk. These offenders get full public notification. The DOC posts their profiles online, community meetings may be called in Slayton or nearby towns, and residents close to the offender's address may receive flyers or phone alerts. Out-of-state offenders who move to Murray County without a risk level are treated as Level 2 until a formal evaluation is requested.
Resources for Murray County Residents
The VINE notification system (1-877-664-8463) provides free automatic alerts when an offender's custody status changes. Murray County residents can sign up to be notified when a specific sex offender is released from jail, moved to a different facility, or has a change in supervision. Alerts go to your phone, email, or text.
The DOC community notification page walks through how Minnesota handles sex offender notification and what communities can expect. Court records for sex offense cases handled in Murray County District Court are available through Minnesota Court Records Online.
Use the BCA Predatory Offender Registry to search sex offenders registered in Murray County and elsewhere in Minnesota.
The BCA registry covers all risk levels and updates within 48 hours of any reported change in Murray County or elsewhere in the state.
Nearby Counties
Murray County is surrounded by other southwestern Minnesota counties. Sex offender registration in each goes through their local sheriff's office under state law.