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Jump into the four biggest statewide record categories, review the refreshed Missouri overview pulled from the live database, and open only direct government sources from the directory below.

Top topic Criminal Records Criminal history tools, sheriff links, and related justice records.
Top topic Court Records Civil, criminal, and court access resources.
Top topic Expungements Record-clearance and expungement guidance.
Top topic Inmate Search Custody, jail, and inmate lookup resources.
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State of Missouri Most Updated Online Public and Criminal Records Portal

Updated March 29, 2026

State of Missouri public records online with access to government agencies and request statewide criminal history reports. Search the state's courts for county divorces and lawsuits. Look up property information, people, addresses and deeds. Fictitious business names filings and corporation search by name registered agent or charter number. Verify information and order certified documents. Access the state's department offici…

Official sources 71 Direct state links currently rendered on this page
Counties County coverage 114 County-level public records coverage tied to Missouri
FAQ / Q&A 9 Live statewide answers surfaced from the database
Bonus cities 6 Standalone city record pages currently shown

About Missouri

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The hub now links directly to every live state-topic page we found for Missouri. Use the cards below to jump straight into each specialty area.

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Criminal Records Criminal history tools, sheriff links, and related justice records.
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Court Records Civil, criminal, and court access resources.
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Expungements Record-clearance and expungement guidance.
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Inmate Search Custody, jail, and inmate lookup resources.
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Most Wanted Wanted-person and fugitive resources.
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Police Police department and public-safety resources.
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County Sheriff County sheriff and detention access points.
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Background Checks Background screening and identity research resources.
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Asset Search Asset, ownership, and locator resources.
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DMV Driver, vehicle, and DMV resource links.
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Vital Records Birth, death, marriage, and health-record links.
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Genealogy Family-history and genealogy research tools.
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Missing Children Missing-child alerts and support resources.
Fresh database content

About Missouri public records

This panel now uses the newer statewide heading content from the database instead of the old generic filler copy.

State of Missouri public records online with access to government agencies and request statewide criminal history reports. Search the state's courts for county divorces and lawsuits. Look up property information, people, addresses and deeds. Fictitious business names filings and corporation search by name registered agent or charter number. Verify information and order certified documents. Access the state's department offici…

Missouri became a state in 1821 after the US purchased the land from France in 1809. The state's major industries are agriculture, food, manufacturing, aerospace and transportation. Missouri ranks 19th in size with 69,697 miles of territory and a population of almost 6 million people. It's centralized location and proximity to the Mississippi river played a big role in the Missouri's early economic growth. The state is the eight ranked in the U.S. for non-fuel mineral production. Missouri has of 3 branches of government. The executive branch is comprised of elected officials such as the governor, attorney genera…

State snapshot Did you know? In Missouri, most arrest searches are county driven, but places like St. Louis City can follow their own local path. That is why checking the city source first, then the county court and jail trail, works best. Quick route: watch for city exceptions like St. Louis City, where the local path can matter more than the county pattern.
Frequently asked questions

About Missouri public records

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Q What is included in a Missouri background check?
In Missouri, background checks are governed by the Missouri Sunshine Law (Missouri Revised Statutes § 610.010 through § 610.035). They may include criminal history, sex offender status, court filings, arrest records, and vital statistics. Agencies must respond within As soon as possible, but in all cases within 3 business days for records availab. The law is administered by Missouri Attorney General's Sunshine Law unit, sunshinerequest@ago.mo.gov.
Q Where can I find police reports in Missouri?
Police reports in Missouri are public records under the Missouri Sunshine Law. Submit your request to the agency that generated the report. Who may request: Any person - no residency requirement. Response deadline: As soon as possible, but in all cases within 3 business days for records availab. If access is denied, you may appeal to district or circuit court.
Q What are the procedures to obtain Missouri vital records, and what is included in those records with address, not URLs?
Vital records (birth, death, marriage, divorce) in Missouri are maintained by the state Department of Health or Vital Statistics. Standard fees: Actual cost of reproduction; research time may be charged at $25/hour for non-co. Certified copies carry separate fee schedules. Fee waivers may be available for journalists, nonprofits, and public-interest requesters - always ask.
Q What is the school district and performance data for Missouri?
The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) provides school district performance data for the state of Missouri. The data includes information on student performance, school district finances, and school district demographics. The data can be accessed through the DESE website. School performance data in Missouri is collected and published by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (dese.mo.gov). The agency's annual State Report Card covers student achievement, teacher qualifications, per-pupil spending, and demographic breakdowns. Data is disaggregated by student subgroup in compliance with federal Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) requirements. The report card is accessible free of charge through the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (dese.mo.gov) website.
Q What is the crime statistics for Missouri?
Missouri crime statistics are compiled by the Missouri State Highway Patrol (MSHP), Criminal Records and Identification Division, and published annually at mshp.dps.missouri.gov. FBI UCR data covers Missouri. In 2022, Missouri reported a violent crime rate of approximately 510 per 100,000 residents. The Kansas City Police Department and St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department publish city-specific crime data. The Missouri Statistical Analysis Center at ago.mo.gov also publishes detailed reports.
Q If I get arrested in Missouri where would I go to jail and court? include address.
If arrested in Missouri, you would be taken to the local county jail. Court appearances are scheduled in the county where the arrest occurred. Under the Missouri Sunshine Law, arrest records and booking information are generally public. Oversight: Missouri Attorney General's Sunshine Law unit, sunshinerequest@ago.mo.gov. Appeals go to district or circuit court.
Q Can I find Public records in Missouri State Library?
Yes. Missouri state and public libraries provide access to public records databases. The Missouri Sunshine Law (Missouri Revised Statutes § 610.010 through § 610.035) guarantees public access to government documents. Many libraries offer free access to LexisNexis, court records portals, and vital record indexes. Missouri public libraries, including the state library in Jefferson City, offer free access to public records databases. Patrons can access court dockets, property records, vital statistics indexes, and census microfilm. The Missouri Sunshine Law (Mo. Rev. Stat. § 610.010) ensures that government records are available for inspection; librarians can assist with formal records requests and guide users to online state portals for birth, death, marriage, and divorce records.
Q Where is the Missouri State Library located?
The Missouri Library is located in Jefferson City, Missouri. The Missouri State Library serves as the official depository for state government publications and provides research assistance to the public, legislators, and state agencies. Collections include historical newspapers, legislative history, court records indexes, and genealogy resources such as Ancestry Library Edition. The Missouri Sunshine Law (Mo. Rev. Stat. § 610.010) guarantees public access to government documents maintained at the library. Remote access to digital collections is available to Missouri residents with a library card through the state library's online portal.
Q Missouri State fingerprinting office
The Missouri State Highway Patrol provides fingerprinting services for individuals who need to be fingerprinted for employment, licensing, or other purposes. The Missouri State Highway Patrol has offices located throughout the state. To find the nearest office, visit the Missouri State Highway Patrol website and use the 'Locations' search tool. The Missouri State Highway Patrol (MSHP) processes all fingerprint-based background checks for Missouri. Fingerprinting appointments can be scheduled through the bureau's website or by contacting a regional office. Missouri licensed fingerprint vendors (Live Scan) are listed on the Missouri State Highway Patrol (MSHP)'s approved vendor directory. Prints are transmitted electronically to the FBI CJIS Division. Turnaround for most checks is 24-72 hours; paper card submissions take 6-8 weeks. Bring government-issued photo ID.
Did you know?

Some Missouri cities have standalone record pages

Fun fact: some Missouri cities skip the county layer entirely. They have their own public record hubs—go straight to them below.

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Gladstone

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Lake Saint Louis

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O Fallon

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Saint Louis

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St Louis

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St Paul

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State page refreshed: March 29, 2026
Last reviewed: Mar 25, 2026 Updated: Mar 25, 2026