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About Cole County, Missouri
Cole County was organized in 1820. It is bordered by Callaway County to the north, Osage County to the east, Miller County to the east, Moniteau County to the south, and the Missouri River to the west. Jefferson City is the county seat and the state capital.
The county has a total area of 845 square miles and a population of approximately 255,000. The county is part of the Columbia, MO Metropolitan Statistical Area.
The county is governed by a three-member board of commissioners, elected for four-year terms. In addition, the Board of Commissioners appoints an administrator to serve as executive officer of the county.
Cole County is served by two school districts: Jefferson City Public Schools (JCPS) and Helias Catholic High School. Cole County also has two public two-year colleges: Lincoln University and Jefferson College.
Cole County has an array of attractions, including the Missouri State Capitol, the Mark Twain National Forest, Fort Leonard Wood, Holt's Summit, and nearby cities such as Springfield and St. Louis. Other attractions include the Missouri State Museum, the Cole County Historical Museum, the Cole County Fair, and various outdoor recreation opportunities along the Missouri River.
The county has a total area of 845 square miles and a population of approximately 255,000. The county is part of the Columbia, MO Metropolitan Statistical Area.
The county is governed by a three-member board of commissioners, elected for four-year terms. In addition, the Board of Commissioners appoints an administrator to serve as executive officer of the county.
Cole County is served by two school districts: Jefferson City Public Schools (JCPS) and Helias Catholic High School. Cole County also has two public two-year colleges: Lincoln University and Jefferson College.
Cole County has an array of attractions, including the Missouri State Capitol, the Mark Twain National Forest, Fort Leonard Wood, Holt's Summit, and nearby cities such as Springfield and St. Louis. Other attractions include the Missouri State Museum, the Cole County Historical Museum, the Cole County Fair, and various outdoor recreation opportunities along the Missouri River.
Cole County Public Records
Cole County Circuit Clerk
Criminal division, felonies, misdemeanors and infractions
Cole County Directory
Index of Cole's services and resources
Cole County Death and Birth Records
Official birth and death certificates from the county of Cole
Cole County Marriage Licenses
Where, how and when to apply, qualifications and identification
Cole County Recorder of Deeds
Real estate records, plats and surveys, marriage records
Cole County Taxes
Disbursement of county taxes, online tax payment, online tax search
Cole County Assessor
Valuation of all the tangible real and personal property
Cole County Auditor
Accounting and budget officer for the county
Cole County Clerk
County records, liquor licenses, notary commissions, tax levies
Cole County Public Notary
Find information on notary public requirements
Cole County Archives
Find historical information for Cole County
University of Missouri Extension Cole County
Find and use University of Missouri resources for Cole County
Cole County Geographic Information Services
GIS map and parcel search in Cole County
Jefferson City News Tribune
Find local and regional news in Cole County newspaper
Missouri River Regional Library
Information and resources at Cole County libraries
Cole County Historical Society
Information on history of Cole County
Jefferson City Area Chamber of Commerce
Business and corporate information for the community
Cole County Road and Bridge Department
Find information on local road and bridge conditions
Cole County Emergency Response Team
Emergency training for natural and man made disasters
Cole County Health Department
Communicable diseases, environmental health, clinic services
Capital Region Medical Center
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Cole County Social Services
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Etta and Joseph Miller Performing Arts Center
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Cole County Election Information
Voting locations, election calendar, election results, voter registration
Cole County Voters Information
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Cole County Sheriff's Office
Integrity, fairness and professionalism in delivery of law enforcement
Cole County Sex Offender Search
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Cole County Victim Services
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Cole County Juvenile Detention Center
Facility for juvenile offenders
Cole County History
Background information on Cole County
Cole County Census
Fast facts and figures for Cole County
Cole County Courts
Cole County Circuit Court is located in Jefferson City, Missouri. It is a trial court of general jurisdiction with jurisdiction over civil and criminal cases. The court has jurisdiction over all felony criminal cases, civil cases involving more than $25,000, and all family law matters.
Cole County Circuit Clerk
County courts for civil, criminal , probate and juvenile
Cole County Case Search
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Cole County Judicial Circuit 19
Court and administrative information for judicial circuit 19
Judges of the 19th Judicial Court
Contact information for circuit court judges
Judges of the Western Appellate District
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Jefferson City Municipal Court
Lohman Municipal Division Russellville Municipal Division Taos Municipal Division
Cole County Prosecuting Attorney
Victim services, traffic, bad checks and child support unit
Cole County Traffic Department
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Court Staff
Jury supervisor, court reporters and other court officials
Western District Clerk's Office
Clerk of Court of Western Appellate Division
Cole County Jury Service
Information and resources for Cole County jurors
Cole County Domestic Violence Information
Domestic abuse and harassment issues in Cole County
Cole County Local Resources and Services
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Court Forms
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Cole County Court of Appeals Western District
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