Warrant records are public documents in Red Willow County, Nebraska, pursuant to Nebraska Public Records Act (Neb. Rev. Stat. §§ 84-712 to 84-712.09). These records are maintained as part of the county's commitment to governmental transparency and public accountability. The Nebraska Public Records Act establishes that, with certain exceptions for confidential information, records of official proceedings are accessible to citizens.
Members of the public may access warrant information through designated county offices. The Red Willow County Sheriff's Office maintains current warrant records as part of their law enforcement responsibilities. Additionally, the Red Willow County Clerk maintains records of warrants that have been countersigned as required by Nebraska law.
Public access to warrant information serves multiple governmental purposes, including:
Warrant records maintained by Red Willow County contain specific information as required by Nebraska state law. Standard warrant documentation includes the following elements:
Pursuant to Nebraska Revised Statute § 29-411, warrants must "substantially recite the offense charged." This requirement ensures that individuals subject to warrants are properly informed of the legal basis for the warrant's issuance.
Red Willow County provides several no-cost methods for citizens to verify warrant status. Individuals seeking warrant information may utilize the following official channels:
Visit the Red Willow County Sheriff's Office in person: Red Willow County Sheriff's Office 555 Main Street McCook, NE 69001 (308) 345-1850 Red Willow County Sheriff Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Contact the Red Willow County Clerk's Office: Red Willow County Clerk 502 Norris Avenue, Room 101 McCook, NE 69001 (308) 345-1552 Red Willow County Clerk Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Review the Red Willow County Office Services warrant list, which is periodically updated with active warrants
Individuals should be prepared to provide proper identification when requesting warrant information in person. Telephone inquiries may require verification of identity in accordance with privacy protection protocols.
The Red Willow County Sheriff's Office is the primary agency responsible for executing warrants within county jurisdiction. Sheriff warrants are classified according to Nebraska law as follows:
The Sheriff's Office maintains a database of active warrants and coordinates with other law enforcement agencies for warrant service. As mandated by Nebraska Revised Statute § 29-411, sheriff's deputies must announce their purpose and authority when executing warrants, except in circumstances where such announcement would imperil officer safety or risk destruction of evidence.
Red Willow County Sheriff's Office 555 Main Street McCook, NE 69001 (308) 345-1850 Red Willow County Sheriff
For the calendar year 2025, Red Willow County has established multiple channels through which individuals may verify their warrant status. Citizens seeking this information have several official options:
Direct verification through the Red Willow County Sheriff's Office:
Red Willow County Court records search:
Review the Red Willow County Office Services warrant list, which is maintained as part of the county's public information services
Pursuant to Nebraska Revised Statute § 84-712.03, public records shall be available for inspection during normal business hours. Individuals seeking warrant information should be prepared to present government-issued identification to verify their identity when making inquiries.
Outstanding warrants in Red Willow County may be verified through established governmental channels. The verification process adheres to Nebraska Revised Statute § 84-712, which provides that "all citizens of this state and all other persons interested in the examination of the public records" shall have access to public documents.
Methods for verifying outstanding warrants include:
Individuals with outstanding warrants are advised that Nebraska law requires resolution of these matters through proper legal channels. The Red Willow County Sheriff's Office and County Court can provide information regarding procedures for addressing outstanding warrants in accordance with state law.