Find Audrain County Criminal History
Audrain County criminal history records are processed through the 12th Judicial Circuit Court in Mexico, Missouri. The county's court system, Sheriff's Office, and Prosecuting Attorney all play a role in creating and storing criminal records. You can search Audrain County criminal cases online through CaseNet or request records directly from the courthouse. This page covers every office that holds criminal history data in Audrain County and the steps to get what you need.
Audrain County Quick Facts
Audrain County Circuit Court Criminal Records
The 12th Judicial Circuit Court handles all criminal cases in Audrain County. Circuit Clerk Meagan Miller runs the office, which is in Room 204 of the Audrain County Courthouse at 101 N. Jefferson St. in Mexico. The phone number is (573) 473-5841. Office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on weekdays.
The Criminal Division handles both felony and misdemeanor filings. The office has specialized clerks for different case types. Criminal clerks manage felony and misdemeanor cases, while a separate traffic clerk handles traffic court matters. The office also has a probate clerk and a juvenile clerk. The Civil Division covers domestic relations, orders of protection, child support, and probate cases. Audrain County also runs a Drug Court program through the circuit court system.
You can look up criminal cases filed in Audrain County for free on Missouri CaseNet. Search by name, case number, or date. CaseNet results show charges, docket entries, case parties, and outcomes. Standard copy fees are $2 for the first page and 25 cents for each page after. Visit the clerk's office or call to request copies.
Audrain County Sheriff's Office
The Audrain County Sheriff's Office is at 1100 Littleby Rd. in Mexico. Sheriff Matt Oller leads the department. Call (573) 473-5801 to reach the office. The Sheriff's Office runs patrol, criminal investigations, and the county jail. A 24/7 dispatch center handles emergency calls.
You can view the Audrain County Sheriff's Office page for records request details and department contacts.
The department works with the Mexico Public Safety Department and other local agencies. Records held by the Sheriff's Office include incident reports, arrest logs, and booking records. The office also handles concealed carry permit applications.
The Audrain County government website provides access to other county department contacts and services.
All arrest data from the Audrain County Sheriff's Office goes to the Missouri State Highway Patrol under Section 43.503 RSMo. This feeds into the statewide criminal history database. You can search that database through the MACHS portal.
Audrain County Jail and Booking Records
The Audrain County Jail is at 1100 Littleby Road in Mexico. It is run by the Sheriff's Office. Call (573) 473-5801 for inmate info. The jail holds people waiting for trial and those serving misdemeanor sentences. Booking records include arrest dates, charges, bond amounts, and court dates.
Each booking creates a criminal history record. The jail provides medical care and commissary access for inmates. Visitation schedules are available through the Sheriff's Office. If you need to check on an inmate's status or find out about bond, call the jail directly or use online inmate search tools.
Audrain County Criminal Case Prosecution
The Audrain County Prosecuting Attorney is Jacob Shellabarger. The office is in Room 306 of the Audrain County Courthouse at 101 N. Jefferson St. in Mexico. The phone number is (573) 473-5860. This office reviews all cases from law enforcement, files charges, and represents the state in criminal court.
The Prosecuting Attorney handles felony and misdemeanor cases. The office works with victim services to make sure crime victims get support and notification through the court process. All criminal charges filed by this office go into the Circuit Clerk's records and show up on CaseNet once entered.
How to Search Criminal History in Audrain County
For a free search of Audrain County criminal cases, go to CaseNet. Search by name or case number. Filter to Audrain County to see local results. CaseNet is free and requires no account. It shows charges, hearings, and case outcomes for most criminal filings.
If you need a broader check, the MACHS portal searches the Highway Patrol's central criminal history database. This covers all Missouri counties. A name-based search costs $15. Fingerprint checks are about $43 total with the FBI fee. You need an account to use MACHS.
You can also go to the courthouse at 101 N. Jefferson St. in Mexico to make an in-person request. Bring a valid ID and the name or case number. Missouri's Sunshine Law under Chapter 610 requires a response within three business days. Denied requests must include a written explanation citing the specific statute.
- CaseNet: free, no account needed
- MACHS name search: $15
- MACHS fingerprint search: about $43
- Court copies: $2 first page, $0.25 each after
Expungement petitions in Audrain County are filed under Section 610.140 RSMo. The petition goes to the circuit court where the arrest happened. Once expunged, the record will not show on CaseNet or standard criminal history searches. Not all offenses qualify. Check the statute for a full list of eligible crimes.
Public Access to Audrain County Criminal Records
Missouri's Sunshine Law gives the public a right to view government records, and that includes criminal history files in Audrain County. Chapter 610 RSMo sets the rules. Section 610.023 says any public body must respond to a records request within three business days. If they say no, they have to put the reason in writing and cite the specific law that blocks release.
Section 610.100 covers law enforcement records. Arrest logs, incident reports, and booking data are open to the public in most cases. Some records can be closed if release would hurt an active case. But once a case is done, the records are generally open. Juvenile records are an exception. Those stay sealed.
Fees for copies fall under Section 610.026. Audrain County offices can charge for the actual cost of making copies. They cannot charge search fees or labor fees on top of that. If you think a request was wrongly denied, you can take the matter to court. The law allows the court to award legal fees if the denial was not in good faith.