Pulaski County Criminal History Records
Pulaski County criminal history records are managed through the 25th Judicial Circuit Court in Waynesville. The county is home to Fort Leonard Wood, one of the largest military installations in Missouri. Criminal cases flow through the Circuit Clerk's office, and the Sheriff's Office keeps arrest and incident records. This page covers every method for searching criminal history in Pulaski County, from free state tools to in-person courthouse requests.
Pulaski County Quick Facts
Pulaski County Circuit Court Criminal Records
The 25th Judicial Circuit Court handles all criminal cases in Pulaski County. The Circuit Clerk-Recorder's office is at 301 Historic Rt. 66 E, Ste. 202, in Waynesville. Call (573) 774-4755 for case info. The office handles criminal, civil, family, and probate cases. It also serves as the county recorder for land documents.
Search Pulaski County criminal history records for free on Missouri CaseNet. Enter a name or case number and filter to Pulaski County. CaseNet shows charges, docket entries, parties, and outcomes. Not all records appear. Sealed and expunged cases are hidden from public search.
The clerk's office also processes marriage licenses and passport applications. For certified copies of criminal records, visit in person. Copy fees are $2 for the first page and 25 cents per additional page. Under Chapter 610 RSMo, courts can seal some criminal records from public view.
Note that crimes committed on Fort Leonard Wood property may fall under federal jurisdiction rather than Pulaski County courts. Federal cases go through the Western District of Missouri federal court system, not the state circuit court.
Pulaski County Sheriff's Office Criminal History
The Pulaski County Sheriff's Office is at 403 School St in Waynesville. Call (573) 774-6196. Sheriff Stacey Ball leads the department. The office covers patrol, investigations, civil process, and jail operations.
The Sheriff's Office keeps arrest records, incident reports, and warrants. Records requests follow Missouri's Sunshine Law. The office also handles concealed carry weapon permits and sex offender registration. The Sheriff's Office coordinates with military police from Fort Leonard Wood and the Missouri State Highway Patrol.
Under Section 43.503 RSMo, all arrest data from Pulaski County goes to the Highway Patrol's central repository. For a statewide check, use the MACHS portal. Name searches are $15. Fingerprint checks run about $43 total.
Pulaski County Jail and Booking Records
The Pulaski County Jail is run by the Sheriff's Office. Call (573) 774-4790 for inmate info. The facility holds pre-trial detainees and sentenced inmates. Booking records include arrest dates, charges, bond amounts, and court dates.
These records are part of each person's criminal history file in Pulaski County. They tie back to the case records at the circuit court. Contact the Sheriff's Office for inmate status and visitation schedules.
Pulaski County Criminal Cases and Prosecution
The Pulaski County Prosecuting Attorney's Office is at 301 Historic Rt. 66 E, Ste. 300, in Waynesville. Call (573) 774-4770. The prosecutor reviews police reports, files charges, and handles cases in court. The office also manages juvenile matters.
All criminal filings go into the court record. Track them through CaseNet once charges are filed.
How to Search Criminal History in Pulaski County
CaseNet is the fastest free option. Go to courts.mo.gov/casenet and search by name or case number. Filter to Pulaski County for local results.
The MACHS portal at machs.mo.gov gives statewide results. It covers all 114 Missouri counties. Name searches cost $15.
In-person requests go to the Circuit Clerk at 301 Historic Rt. 66 E in Waynesville. Bring ID and a name or case number.
- CaseNet: free, no account needed
- MACHS name search: $15
- MACHS fingerprint search: about $43
- Court copies: $2 first page, $0.25 each after
- Sunshine Law: 3 business day response
For crimes on Fort Leonard Wood, check the federal PACER system at pacer.gov. Federal cases will not show on CaseNet or MACHS.
The Missouri DOC offender search shows state prisoners. Missouri's Sunshine Law requires response within three business days to records requests.
Pulaski County Criminal Record Expungement
Under Section 610.140 RSMo, Missouri allows expungement of some criminal records. Misdemeanors may qualify after three years. Felonies after seven. Violent crimes and sex offenses cannot be expunged.
File the petition in Pulaski County Circuit Court. The fee is about $250. You must show all sentence conditions were met and the required time has passed. Federal convictions from Fort Leonard Wood follow different rules and cannot be expunged through state courts.
Criminal History Expungement in Pulaski County
Section 610.140 RSMo allows people to petition for expungement of certain criminal records in Pulaski County. The waiting period is three years for most misdemeanors and seven years for eligible felonies. Not all crimes qualify. Violent offenses, sex crimes, and DWI charges are not eligible.
You file the petition in the circuit court where the arrest or charge took place. The court will set a hearing date. If no one objects and the person meets all the conditions, the judge can order the record sealed. Once sealed, the record does not show up on CaseNet or in standard background checks.
Some marijuana-related offenses were auto-expunged after Missouri passed Amendment 3 in 2022. The state handled those cases without a petition. For all other eligible offenses, you must file on your own or hire a lawyer. The circuit clerk in Pulaski County can tell you the filing fee. Legal aid groups in the area may help with the paperwork at no cost.