This is a private reference site, not a government office. We cannot confirm custody, release anyone, post bond, or retrieve an official booking record. Contact the government office that holds the record.
Official Records Contacts
O'Brien County Sheriff's Office
240 1st Street NE
PO Box 260
Primghar, IA 51245-0260
General: (712) 757-3415 or (712) 957-3415
Jail: (712) 957-5245
Fax: (712) 757-5445
Email: sheriff@obriencounty.iowa.gov
The jail operates around the clock, but the research does not establish matching records-counter hours. Call before visiting. County courthouse hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Use the route that matches the record sought:
- For a county booking sheet or photo, follow the records-request steps, then ask sheriff records for the exact item.
- For an active warrant, consult Most Wanted Fugitives and confirm the current status with the sheriff or court.
- For a recent arrest event, check the official rolling arrest log. Call the jail when present custody matters.
- For release alerts, use Iowa VINE. A court disposition belongs in Iowa Courts Online or with the clerk.
- For a state corrections record, use the Iowa Department of Corrections offender search or its open-records process.
- For federal or immigration custody, use the official BOP or ICE locator described on the home page.