Main Courthouse
15 West Kellogg BoulevardSt. Paul, MN 55102
Main court information: (651) 266-8266.
Court: (651) 266-8266Serving Ramsey County, Minnesota
Ramsey County
Criminal Defense.
An allegation in St. Paul or another Ramsey County community deserves a careful, case-specific response. Rob and his team review the evidence, explain the decisions ahead, and help you prepare for the criminal case or related constitutional issue.
Serving people with cases in St. Paul, Maplewood, Roseville, Shoreview, White Bear Lake, and other Ramsey 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.
Second Judicial District
Ramsey County
Court Information.
Ramsey County is served by the Second Judicial District. Court facilities include the main courthouse on Kellogg Boulevard, the Law Enforcement Center on Grove Street, and the suburban site in Maplewood. Check the hearing notice for the correct building and courtroom.
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.
St. Paul, MN 55102
Law Enforcement Center
425 Grove StreetSt. Paul, MN 55101
Separate location serving criminal court functions.
Suburban Site in Maplewood
2050 White Bear AvenueMaplewood, MN 55109
Confirm whether your notice requires a suburban appearance.
Before Your Appearance
Local Details
That Matter.
Plan for the Correct St. Paul or Maplewood Location
The Kellogg Boulevard courthouse and the Law Enforcement Center are separate buildings. A Maplewood hearing uses a different suburban site. Confirm your current instructions before arranging transportation, childcare, or time away from work.
Ramsey's official location page links to downtown parking information and describes security screening. Leave time to enter the building and check the courtroom assignment. Court administration lists (651) 266-8266 for urgent questions.
Official Court InformationKeep Civil Orders and Criminal Allegations Separate
Ramsey lists criminal and traffic services separately from juvenile and family services, which include domestic-abuse and harassment matters. A hearing about an underlying civil order may therefore involve different paperwork and a different location from a criminal allegation that the order was violated.
Bring both the order and any complaint or citation. Our team can identify which proceedings are pending and discuss what representation each requires. Do not assume that changing one hearing or resolving one file takes care of the other.
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.
Assault & Domestic Allegations
Examine witness accounts, recordings, injuries, and the circumstances of the allegation. Review any no-contact order or release conditions while the case is pending.
Criminal Protective-Order Violations
Review the actual order, notice, and alleged conduct. A criminal allegation of violating an order is separate from the underlying civil order proceeding.
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.
Ramsey's public calendar and your hearing notice should be read together. An email to the court does not itself authorize you to miss a hearing or deadline.
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
Ramsey County
Questions & Answers.
Where Do I Go for a Ramsey County Criminal Hearing?
Use the location on the current notice. Ramsey has the main courthouse at 15 West Kellogg Boulevard, the Law Enforcement Center at 425 Grove Street, and a suburban site at 2050 White Bear Avenue in Maplewood. Confirm any uncertainty with the court.
Does Emailing the Court Postpone My Appearance?
No. Ramsey's court expressly cautions that sending an email does not give permission to miss an appearance, filing deadline, or other obligation. Obtain confirmation of a court-approved change before relying on it.
Can One Incident Produce a Civil Order and a Criminal Case?
It can. The underlying protective-order proceeding and a criminal charge are distinct. Bring the actual order, hearing notices, and charging paperwork so our team can evaluate each matter and its next date.
Do You Handle Constitutional Issues Arising from Police Conduct?
Yes. The firm handles civil-rights and constitutional matters as well as criminal defense. Whether the issue calls for a defense motion, a separate lawsuit, or another response requires a review of the record.
Is Rob Doar Law Part of Ramsey County Court?
No. The firm is independent of the court and serves Ramsey County matters from its Minneapolis office. Court addresses on this page are provided to help identify a hearing location.
Official Court Resources
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.