Missouri Inmate Search

A Missouri inmate search reveals inmate records, including court records, police reports, arrest warrants, probation and parole records, and personal information. Inmate records are considered public information under the Freedom of Information Act, which means the public can access the information anytime.

Before looking at how to conduct an inmate search, it's important to understand the Missouri correctional system. The correctional system consists of prisons and jails. The Federal Bureau of Prisons is in charge of two federal prisons in Missouri, and the Missouri Department of Correction is in charge of 22 state prisons. The county sheriffs also manage 112 county jails. Prisons house inmates with long sentences, while jails are smaller and house inmates serving short sentences.

So, how can you conduct a Missouri inmate search?

How to Conduct a Search in County Jails?

To locate an inmate in a county jail, you need the assistance of the county sheriff's office. County sheriffs manage county jails and maintain inmate records. They provide these records to the public through various means. Most county jails have advanced inmate search functions on the county sheriff's websites or the county website. The search function has a database containing the county inmate records. Search using the inmate's name, date of birth, gender, and race. The results will show the inmate's charges, sentence, release date, and bail amounts.

You can also get the information through the phone. Contact the county sheriff's office and request the data.

How to Conduct a Search in A State Prison?

To locate an inmate in s state prison, use the Missouri DOC's website. The Missouri Department of Corrections maintains an inmate search tool on its website. Visit the DOC's website and click on the inmate search tool on its homepage. Use the inmate's name or DOC number for the search. When using the name search, input the inmate's last name and the full or partial first name. The results will show inmates with identical names. Use other details such as age, race, gender, height, weight, and hair color to find the inmate you are looking for. You can also learn about the inmate's charges, sentence, release date, programs, and incarceration facility.

The department of correction does not guarantee the accuracy and completeness of the information provided. Users are cautioned against relying on the information without verifying it. To verify the information, contact the department's constituent services officer.

How to Conduct a Search in Federal Prisons?

The Federal Bureau of Prisons is in charge of inmate records in the Medical Center for Federal Prisoners Springfield. The north central regional office runs the prison. To access the records, visit the bureau's website and look for the inmate locator button. The locator has two search fields, one uses the inmate's BOP number, and the other uses the inmate's name. You can also include the inmate's age, date of birth, race, ethnicity, and gender to narrow the search.

How to Conduct an Inmate Search Using Vinelink?

VINE (Victim Information and Notification Every Day) is a notification service that provides victims and interested persons with inmate information from all prisons and jails in Missouri. To get a text or email notification from VINE, register as a member and provide them with the details of the inmate you want to follow. VINE will send you a notification every time the inmate's status changes.