If you are on this page, you likely saw a mugshot on Busted Newspaper and you are panicking.
Stop. Take a breath.
Busted Newspaper is an automated “scraper” site. It grabs photos the moment someone is booked, but it rarely updates when they are released. That means the photo you are staring at might be old news. The person could already be home.
To get the truth, you need to check the Official Government Database directly. Below are the direct links for both Burleigh and Morton counties.
📍 Burleigh County (Bismarck)
Coverage: City of Bismarck, Lincoln, and surrounding areas.
🔍 Step 1: Check the Mugshot & Log
If you need to see the booking photo or the initial arrest log on Busted Newspaper, use this direct link:
👉 Busted Newspaper: Burleigh County Arrests
⚠️ Step 2: The “Truth Check” (Verify Status)
Do not trust the link above for current status. It is often outdated. You must verify if they are actually still in the cell using these official government tools:
| Method | Verified Source | Why use this? |
| 🏛️ ND Court Search | publicsearch.ndcourts.gov | Most Accurate. Search by name. If you see “Bond Posted,” they are free. |
| 📱 VINE Alerts | VINELink North Dakota | Best for Alerts. Sign up to get a text message the second they are released. |
| 📞 Booking Desk | (701) 255-3113 | Fastest Answer. Call the jail directly. They will answer “Yes” or “No” immediately. |
📞 Step 3: Action Directory (Bail & Visiting)
👮 Burleigh County Detention Center
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Address: 4000 Apple Creek Road, Bismarck, ND 58504
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Main Phone: (701) 255-3113
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Inmate Message Line: (701) 354-3292
💸 How to Pay Bail:
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Online: Use JailATM.com (Official Partner). You can pay bail or add money for food/calls from your phone.
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In-Person: Use the kiosk in the jail lobby (Apple Creek Road).
📍 Morton County (Mandan)
Coverage: City of Mandan and Morton County.
🔍 Step 1: Check the Mugshot & Log
If the arrest happened across the river, check the Morton County feed here:
👉 Busted Newspaper: Morton County Arrests
⚠️ Step 2: The “Truth Check” (Verify Status)
Do not assume they are in jail just because the photo is online. Check the official sheriff’s data here:
| Method | Verified Source | Why use this? |
| 📞 Sheriff Phone | (701) 667-3318 | Best Source. Call the Morton County Sheriff directly. This is 100% reliable. |
| 📜 Warrant List | mortonnd.org/sheriff | Check this official list to see if they are held on an old warrant. |
📞 Step 3: Action Directory
👮 Morton County Sheriff / Detention
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Address: 205 1st Ave NW, Mandan, ND 58554
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Main Phone: (701) 667-3318
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Official Website: mortonnd.org
💡 Practical FAQ: Your Questions Answered
1. Can I force Busted Newspaper to delete the photo?
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The Hard Truth: North Dakota law makes mugshots public records.
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The Loophole: If your case was Dismissed or you were found Not Guilty, you have leverage. Email a copy of your court dismissal paperwork to the website’s contact address. They often remove it to avoid legal trouble.
2. Why can’t I find them on the online list?
North Dakota is stricter about privacy than other states. Burleigh County does not publish a full “mugshot gallery” online like Florida or Texas do.
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If you can’t find them online: It does not mean they aren’t there. You must call (701) 255-3113 to confirm.
3. The bond says “$0.00” — are they free?
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No. In Burleigh County, this usually means they are “Held for Court.”
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They are stuck in jail until they see a judge (usually the next morning via video) who will then set the bond price.
Disclaimer: We are a private informational guide. We are not affiliated with Busted Newspaper or local law enforcement. Always rely on the official .gov links provided above for accurate status.