Active warrants in North Dakota are maintained by law enforcement at state, county, and local levels. There is no single database of all warrants in North Dakota.
What this page covers: North Dakota state warrant databases, most-wanted lists, and county-level warrant search tools where available. What it does not cover: Federal warrants (those are handled by the U.S. Marshals and FBI).
Where to start: Check the state law enforcement agency first for statewide warrant searches. For county-level warrants, contact the county sheriff. Many county sheriffs post active warrant lists on their websites.
Common mistake: Most-wanted lists only show high-priority fugitives. If you need to check whether someone has any active warrant, a most-wanted list is not enough — contact the county sheriff or clerk of court directly.
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Primary Sources (All .gov / Official)
- attorneygeneral.nd.gov — Official North Dakota Wants & Warrants — State portal for North Dakota wants & warrants
- FBI Most Wanted Fugitives — Federal fugitive list (national)
- U.S. Marshals 15 Most Wanted — U.S. Marshals top fugitives
- DOJ Wanted Fugitives — Department of Justice component agencies
- ICE Most Wanted — Immigration & Customs Enforcement
- DEA Most Wanted Fugitives — Drug Enforcement Administration
- ATF Most Wanted — Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives
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Wants & Warrants Databases
5 official North Dakota wants & warrants sources.
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North Dakota Counties
53 North Dakota counties are indexed on SearchSystems.net — top 28 counties shown below. Browse the full directory or click any county for local court, sheriff, recorder and assessor links.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do I check the North Dakota most-wanted list?▼
North Dakota's statewide wanted-persons and active-warrant information is published by the Official North Dakota Wants & Warrants. View the current list at attorneygeneral.nd.gov. Additional federal fugitives can be reviewed on the FBI Most-Wanted portal.
How do I know if I have an outstanding warrant in North Dakota?▼
Most warrants in North Dakota are issued at the county or municipal level by the local court or sheriff. The Official North Dakota Wants & Warrants (attorneygeneral.nd.gov) publishes statewide and felony-level warrant data; for misdemeanor and traffic warrants you generally must contact the clerk of the issuing court directly. Sheriffs in each county also maintain local active-warrant pages.
Can a private person serve or enforce a warrant in North Dakota?▼
No. Only sworn law-enforcement officers can serve and execute warrants in North Dakota. Civilians who locate a wanted person should report the information to the Official North Dakota Wants & Warrants or local law enforcement at attorneygeneral.nd.gov rather than attempt direct contact. Some North Dakota warrants also carry a reward administered by the issuing agency.
How do I clear an old North Dakota warrant?▼
A North Dakota warrant generally must be cleared through the court that issued it — by appearing in person, hiring counsel, or filing a motion to quash. The Official North Dakota Wants & Warrants can confirm whether a warrant is currently active in the statewide system at attorneygeneral.nd.gov, but only the issuing judge can recall or quash it.
Does North Dakota share warrant data with other states?▼
Yes. North Dakota warrants that meet entry criteria are uploaded to the FBI's National Crime Information Center (NCIC), making them visible to law enforcement nationwide. The Official North Dakota Wants & Warrants at attorneygeneral.nd.gov manages North Dakota's NCIC interface and entry standards.