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Hennepin County Government Center
300 South Sixth StreetMinneapolis, MN 55487
Downtown criminal court. Court information: (612) 348-6000.
Court: (612) 348-6000Serving Hennepin County, Minnesota
Hennepin County
Criminal Defense.
A Hennepin County case may begin downtown or at a suburban courthouse. Rob and his team help you identify the next step, examine the evidence, and address the effect of a charge on your freedom, record, and future.
Serving people with cases in Minneapolis, Bloomington, Brooklyn Park, Brooklyn Center, Minnetonka, Plymouth, and other Hennepin County communities.
A Practical Starting Point
Your Case.
A Clear Plan.
A useful first review begins with the charging document, upcoming dates, and what is at stake for you. Rob and his team examine the available record, discuss possible challenges, and explain the proposed scope and fees before an engagement.
The local resources below help you prepare for court. For a fuller explanation of a charge or constitutional issue, follow the related practice and Learn links.
Fourth Judicial District
Hennepin County
Court Information.
Hennepin County is Minnesota's Fourth Judicial District. Criminal and traffic matters use two downtown Minneapolis locations and suburban sites in Brooklyn Center and Minnetonka. The hearing notice, not the city where you live, identifies where you need to appear.
Court information checked November 8, 2026. Follow your current notice and confirm any change with court administration. Court locations shown here are not firm offices; Rob Doar Law is independent of the court.
Minneapolis, MN 55487
Public Safety Facility
401 Fourth Avenue SouthMinneapolis, MN 55415
A separate downtown criminal-court location. Check your notice.
Brookdale Regional Service Center
6125 Shingle Creek ParkwayBrooklyn Center, MN 55430
Suburban criminal and traffic court.
Ridgedale Regional Service Center
12601 Ridgedale DriveMinnetonka, MN 55305
Suburban criminal and traffic court.
Before Your Appearance
Local Details
That Matter.
Confirm Downtown or Suburban Court
Minneapolis Government Center, the Public Safety Facility, Brookdale, and Ridgedale are different destinations. Save the full address and courtroom from the hearing notice before planning transportation. Allow time for security screening and finding the correct courtroom.
A familiar building name on old paperwork is not a reason to disregard a newer notice. If the location or appearance format is unclear, ask your attorney or court administration to confirm it. The official visitor page provides location, parking, and transit information.
Official Court InformationAddress a Missed Hearing or Warrant Promptly
Hennepin Criminal Court operates a warrant helpline at (612) 540-6485. The court explains that some adult cases can be scheduled through that service, but not every warrant qualifies. An attorney can help identify the type of warrant and the appropriate next step.
Scheduling a hearing does not itself clear an active warrant. The court specifically warns that a person can still be arrested while the warrant remains active. Use the official criminal-court page for current eligibility and instructions.
Official Court InformationFocused Representation
The Legal Work
Your Case Requires.
Minnesota law supplies the legal framework; the county guide helps with the place and process. Explore the relevant service for a fuller discussion of the allegation and the evidence.
DWI & DUI Defense
Review the traffic stop, testing, criminal allegations, and separate driver's-license paperwork. Keep the actual notices and receipt dates available.
Theft & Shoplifting
Review identification, alleged intent, value, store or property records, and available video. Discuss the effect of the accusation on work and your record.
Drug & Narcotics Charges
Evaluate the alleged possession or sale, laboratory evidence, and how police obtained the evidence. Identify the records needed for a focused defense.
Civil Rights & Police Conduct
Evaluate an alleged search, seizure, use of force, or other government action. A criminal defense motion and a separate civil-rights claim call for distinct analysis.
Your Next Court Date
Find the Hearing.
Confirm the Details.
Match the listed location to the hearing notice. Downtown and suburban appearances are not interchangeable, and confidential or newly scheduled matters may not be visible online.
Start with the Notice
Have the court file number and the most recent hearing notice. Check the date, time, building, courtroom, and whether the appearance is remote.
Use Official Records
Check the county court page and Minnesota Court Records Online (MCRO). Search by file number where possible and verify that you selected the correct county.
Resolve a Conflict
Public listings can be incomplete or change. A missing entry does not cancel a hearing. Confirm uncertainty with your attorney or court administration before the appearance.
Before We Talk
Prepare for A
Useful Consultation.
Start with the general issue and the next date. You do not need every record to make an initial inquiry. Keep these documents available so our team can identify the posture of the case.
Fees, scope, and available payment arrangements are discussed before an engagement. Flat-fee options and payment plans may be available when appropriate.
- Citation, complaint, or other charging document.
- Court file number and current hearing notice.
- Release conditions and protective or no-contact orders.
- Probation report and original sentencing conditions, if relevant.
- Driver's-license notice or firearm-permit decision, if relevant.
- Your immediate concerns about custody, work, driving, or upcoming dates.
Do not send confidential evidence or detailed case narratives through the initial form. After screening, the team can arrange an appropriate way to exchange records.
Common Questions
Hennepin County
Questions & Answers.
Is Every Hennepin Criminal Hearing at the Government Center?
No. Criminal and traffic matters also use the Public Safety Facility downtown and suburban courts at Brookdale and Ridgedale. Your current notice and the court's instructions identify the required location.
Will Calling the Warrant Helpline Clear a Warrant?
No. Hennepin's court warns that a warrant remains active until addressed through court. Not all warrants qualify for scheduling through the helpline. Review the court's current instructions and discuss the case with an attorney.
Can You Help with a Minneapolis Charge and a Search Issue?
Our team can evaluate the charge and how the evidence was obtained. A challenge to evidence in a criminal case and a separate civil-rights lawsuit have different purposes. The available response depends on the facts and the relief you need.
Can You Represent Someone Charged in a Hennepin Suburb?
Yes. The firm evaluates criminal matters pending in Hennepin County, including suburban cases. Tell our team which court is listed and provide the next hearing date when you contact us.
How Do I Prepare for an Initial Consultation?
Keep the charging document, court notice, release orders, and any driver's-license paperwork available. Identify any immediate concern about a warrant, custody, work, or a court date. Our team will discuss scope and fees before an engagement.
Other Court Locations
Another County?
Use the county where the matter is pending, even if you live somewhere else. The firm's office is in Minneapolis; these guides do not describe branch offices.
Your Next Step
Let’s Discuss
Your Case.
Tell us the general type of matter, the county where it is pending, and the next court date if known. Our team can discuss the records needed for an initial review, the proposed work, and practical fee options.
The initial conversation helps identify the issue and the scope of representation. Fees and available payment arrangements are discussed before an engagement.