RANSOM COUNTY · PUBLIC-RECORDS TRANSPARENCY GRADE
A
21/24
Ransom County gets an A.
North Dakota Open Records Statute has no statutory deadline. ND Courts Public Access provides free statewide case search. Odyssey e-filing mandatory statewide.
Note: Statewide grade applies — no separate local grade yet computed for Ransom County.
COMPUTED 2026-07-05 10:50 UTC · SCORE 21/24
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FBI Wanted
U.S. Courts
BOP Inmate Locator
STATUS LEGEND: LIVE = HTTP 200-399 · WARN = 4xx · DEAD = 5xx · PENDING = checker could not reach (may still be live in browser)
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- → https://www.fbi.gov [LIVE · HTTP 206 · 2026-07-05 10:44 UTC]
- → https://www.fbi.gov/wanted [LIVE · HTTP 206 · 2026-07-05 10:44 UTC]
- → https://www.uscourts.gov/ [LIVE · HTTP 206 · 2026-07-05 10:44 UTC]
- → https://www.bop.gov/inmateloc/ [LIVE · HTTP 200 · 2026-07-05 10:44 UTC]
Method: Live source health verified against official government portals at the timestamp shown. Grade computed from a six-criterion rubric (records access, fees, turnaround, e-filing, mugshot policy, body-cam release). How we grade →
Live · FBI Most Wanted · ND Field Offices (Statewide)
Currently Wanted by the FBI
Active FBI cases from the ND field office (statewide). Data: api.fbi.gov, refreshed every 6 hours.
Wanted
PATRICK CARLOW, SR.
Wanted
FRONTA LONTRELL MILLER
Wanted
LOGAN WARRIOR GOINGS
Wanted
SAID ABDULLAHI EREG
Source: FBI.gov · Wanted
Live · NCMEC Missing Children · ND
Children Missing From North Dakota (Statewide)
Active North Dakota cases from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (statewide feed). Refreshed every 6 hours.
Source: NCMEC · National Center for Missing & Exploited Children · If you have information, call 1-800-THE-LOST (1-800-843-5678).
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Recent North Dakota Court Cases
Most recent North Dakota court filings indexed across districts and counties.
| Docket | Parties | Indexed |
|---|---|---|
| BANKRUPTCY 26-30518 | James Zumbaum | 07/03/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-30515 | Heidi Marie Christensen | 07/02/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-30516 | Sharee Arielle Murphy | 07/02/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-30517 | David Andrew Kolberg | 07/02/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-30512 | Nicole Ann Loafer | 07/02/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-30513 | Paula Miriam Melnick | 07/02/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-30514 | Craig Lawrence Thomas and Kari Ann Thomas | 07/02/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-30511 | Gerardo Sauceda-Guajardo and Valeria Sauceda | 07/01/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-30510 | Cody Lee Magilke and Megan Sheree Magilke | 06/30/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-30508 | Deidra Lynn White | 06/30/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-30509 | Barbara Deloris Hylick | 06/30/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-30506 | Joshua John Phillip Jacques | 06/30/2026 |
Cities in Ransom County
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Cited Answers · Verified Sources · Statewide FAQ — applies to all of North Dakota
Common Questions
Answers verified against official agency websites and state statutes. Note: Statewide FAQ — applies to all of North Dakota. No city-specific FAQ is available yet — the answers below apply to the broader jurisdiction.
Where do I look up probate records in Bismarck?▼
To look up probate records in Bismarck, ND (Burleigh County), contact the Burleigh County Court at 514 E. Thayer Avenue, Bismarck, ND 58501 (701-222-6691). Probate cases (filed under 'PR' case type) are searchable through the ND Courts Public Search at https://publicsearch.ndcourts.gov/. Once a will is admitted to probate it becomes a public court record under N.D.C.C. §30.1-15-09. Certified copies of probated wills cost $20 (first 10 pages) plus $1/page additional at the Clerk of Court. ND Open Records Statute (N.D.C.C. §44-04-18) governs disclosure. Sources: ND Public Search (https://publicsearch.ndcourts.gov/), Burleigh County (https://www.burleighco.com/).
How do I look up a court case in North Dakota?▼
To look up a court case in North Dakota, use the ND Courts Public Search at https://publicsearch.ndcourts.gov/ — free name and case-number search across district, municipal, court of appeals, and supreme court records. The Public Search covers all 53 ND counties. The North Dakota Court System Office is at 600 E. Boulevard Avenue, Bismarck, ND 58505 (701-328-2221). ND Open Records Statute (N.D.C.C. §44-04-18) governs disclosure. Sealed/expunged cases are excluded. Certified copies of court documents typically cost $1 per page plus $5 certification. Sources: ND Public Search (https://publicsearch.ndcourts.gov/), ND Courts (https://www.ndcourts.gov/).
What's the right way to do a background check on someone in North Dakota?▼
To run a background check in North Dakota, use the ND Bureau of Criminal Investigation at https://attorneygeneral.nd.gov/public-safety/criminal-history-records/. Name-based statewide searches cost $15; fingerprint-based with FBI costs $41.25. Authorization forms are at the BCI page; results are returned by mail in 10–14 days. The ND Courts Public Search at https://publicsearch.ndcourts.gov/ is free. ND Open Records Statute (N.D.C.C. §44-04-18) makes most criminal records public; juvenile records are restricted. Employment use must comply with the FCRA and N.D.C.C. §12.1-32-15.1, which limits use of certain non-conviction records. Sources: ND BCI (https://attorneygeneral.nd.gov/), ND Courts (https://publicsearch.ndcourts.gov/).
How do I look up a business in North Dakota?▼
North Dakota business lookup: ND Secretary of State Business Search (https://firststop.sos.nd.gov/search/business) — free entity search by name, registration ID. Online filings via ND FirstStop (https://firststop.sos.nd.gov/). State filings under NDCC §10-19.1 (https://www.ndlegis.gov/cencode/t10-19-1.pdf). ND Tax Department (https://www.tax.nd.gov/) for tax registration. ND Workforce Safety & Insurance for employer info. ND Open Records Act (NDCC §44-04-18). BBB and ND AG Consumer Protection (https://attorneygeneral.nd.gov/consumer-resources). County recorder for DBAs/assumed names.
Where can I find access to the ten most-wanted lists?▼
Devils Lake, ND (Ramsey County) most-wanted lists: ND BCI Most Wanted (https://attorneygeneral.nd.gov/public-safety/criminal-history-records/) and ND State Patrol Most Wanted. Ramsey County Sheriff (https://www.co.ramsey.nd.us/sheriff) for local. Devils Lake PD for city. Federal: U.S. Marshals 15 Most Wanted (https://www.usmarshals.gov/wanted), FBI Ten Most Wanted (https://www.fbi.gov/wanted/topten). Crime Stoppers ND (https://www.crimestoppers-fargo.com/) for tips with rewards. Court records: ND Courts public lookup (https://www.ndcourts.gov/public-access). ND Open Records Act (NDCC §44-04-18). Devils Lake Journal local newspaper for community alerts.
How do I search property ownership in Benson?▼
Benson County, ND property ownership: Benson County Director of Tax Equalization for parcel data, assessed values. Benson County Recorder for recorded deeds, mortgages, liens — recording fees per NDCC §11-18-05 (https://www.ndlegis.gov/cencode/t11c18.pdf). Online land records may be limited; in-person at Minnewaukan courthouse. Tax payment via Benson County Treasurer. ND Open Records Act (NDCC §44-04-18). Property fraud alert may not be available in small county. Devils Lake Journal for regional coverage. ND State Tax Commissioner (https://www.tax.nd.gov/) for ad valorem info.
📊 Public Data Sources for Ransom County, ND
Aggregated from federal agencies (DOJ, FBI, EPA, IRS, CFPB, HHS-OIG, FDIC, NPPES) and local arrest feeds. All sources public-domain.
🔎 Crime Data & Public Safety Sources
Direct lookups · Ransom County, ND · external links open in new tab
Official Crime Statistics & Registries
.GOVFBI Crime Data Explorer
Official UCR / NIBRS crime stats for ND
.GOVNSOPW (Sex Offender Registry)
DOJ — search all 50 state registries
.GOVBureau of Justice Statistics
DOJ's primary criminal-justice data agency
.GOVCDC WISQARS
Injury, violence & fatality stats by county
.GOVUS Marshals 15 Most Wanted
Federal fugitives
.GOVATF Most Wanted
Firearms, arson & explosives fugitives
Interactive Crime Maps
Federal Agency Lookups (ND)
.GOVEPA ECHO
Environmental violations & enforcement by facility
.GOVNPPES NPI Registry
Search healthcare providers in ND
.GOVFDIC BankFind
FDIC-insured banks in ND
.GOVCFPB Consumer Complaints
Financial-product complaints database
.GOVOFAC Sanctions Search
US Treasury sanctions list
.GOVSEC EDGAR
Public-company filings in ND
.GOVIRS Tax-Exempt Search
501(c)(3) nonprofit lookups
.GOVUS Census Bureau
Demographics & statistics for ND
🏥 Healthcare Providers (NPPES) 8
Statewide (ND) — no city filter applied
| Name | City |
|---|---|
| BRUCE AMUNDSON | ABERCROMBIE |
| JODI KILEN | ABERCROMBIE |
| NICKY BESETTE | ABERCROMBIE |
| GINA PIERCE | ABERCROMBIE |
| RIVER'S EDGE COUNSELING | ABERCROMBIE |
| PHILLIP FAUGHT | ABSARAKA |
| ANDREA HEFFTA | ADAMS |
| BAILEY PETERSON | ALAMO |
🏭 EPA Regulated Facilities 8
| Facility | City |
|---|---|
| NDARNG - LISBON ARMORY | LISBON |
| MARTYS BULK SERVICE | SHELDON |
| QUAL DAIRY | LISBON |
| ADM NORTHERN SUN DIV | ENDERLIN |
| WAGNER PIT - R.J. ZAVORAL & SONS, INC. | FORT RANSOM |
| CPKC ENDERLIN DERAILMENT | BLOOMINGTON |
| ENGLEVALE RURAL WATER SYSTEM | |
| SHELDON CITY OF | SHELDON |
💰 CFPB Consumer Complaints 6
Statewide (ND) — CFPB data not available below state level
| Date | Company | Issue |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-20 | TRANSUNION INTERMEDIAT | Incorrect information on your report |
| 2026-05-20 | TRANSUNION INTERMEDIAT | Problem with a company's investigati |
| 2026-05-19 | PREFERRED CREDIT INC | Took or threatened to take negative |
| 2026-05-18 | Experian Information S | Incorrect information on your report |
| 2026-05-17 | TRANSUNION INTERMEDIAT | Improper use of your report |
| 2026-05-17 | Experian Information S | Improper use of your report |
⛔ HHS-OIG Excluded Individuals 8
Statewide (ND) — no city filter applied
| Name | Type |
|---|---|
| LOVING HEARTS HOMECARE LLC | 1128a2 |
| PIONEER DRUG INC | 1128b5 |
| DEBHANNA AAKER | 1128a1 |
| GEORGE ABDILNOUR | 1128b4 |
| KATIE ANDERSON | 1128b4 |
| REBECCA ANDERSON | 1128a1 |
| LISA ANDRUSCO | 1128b4 |
| DOUGLAS AOS | 1128a3 |
🎗 IRS Tax-Exempt Nonprofits 8
Statewide (ND) — no city filter applied
🏛️ Latest Government Feeds 10
Direct from ND state + federal sources · no aggregators
Federal Agency
Voluntary Recall of Two Lots of PEDIGREE® Can High Protein Chopped Chicken & Duck Flavor Wet Dog Food Due to Potential Fraudulent Distribution of Product Which May Contain Foreign Material
Jul 3, 2026
Federal Agency
Gellert Global Group Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Tuna (Fish) in Aldi Brand Fusia Asian Inspirations Kimchi and Tofu Kimbap
Jul 2, 2026
FBI National
Elk Grove Man Arrested for Making Threats to Use Fireworks to Damage Generators Supplying Federal Buildings in Sacramento on the Fourth of July
Jul 2, 2026
Federal Agency
June 30, 2026 letter commenting on American Institute of Certified Public Accountants Auditing Standards Board's February 2026 Exposure Draft and March 2026 Exposure Draft on Attestation Engagements
Jul 2, 2026
Federal Agency
Federal Reserve Board issues enforcement action with Small Business Bank and announces termination enforcement actions with BNP Paribas S.A., BNP Paribas USA, Inc., BNP Paribas Securities Corp., and Community Bankshares, Inc.
Jul 2, 2026
Federal Agency
Priority Open Recommendations: Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System
Jul 2, 2026
doj_news
Defendant Who Was Extradited from Guatemala Pleads Guilty for Involvement in 2022 Mass Casualty Alien Smuggling Event
Jul 2, 2026
Sources: state appellate courts, state AGs, DOJ, SEC, FTC, FDA, DOL, Federal Reserve, OCC, and more. Direct from .gov — never aggregated.
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