What are Dunklin County Public Records?
Dunklin County public records are written or electronically stored records that belong or are retained by government bodies. These include reports, surveys, studies, or documents prepared for the governmental bodies by consultants or other professional services. They are paid for in full or parts by public funds. This includes records maintained or created by private contractors that are under an agreement with a public governmental body or on its behalf. This is on the basis that custodians of minors and students older than 18 can inspect personally identifiable student records maintained by public education institutions. However, records containing sensitive information such as documents containing social security numbers, medical records, and financial statements are not publicly accessible.
In addition to government agencies, county public records may also be obtained from third-party websites. These non-government platforms come with intuitive tools that allow for expansive searches. Record seekers may either opt to use these tools to search for a specific record or multiple records. Users are able to search third-party websites remotely for multiple records at a time with just the name of the record subject and their last known location including the city, county, or state. Third-party sites are not sponsored by government agencies. Because of this, record availability and results may vary.
Dunklin County Crime Statistics
The Missouri State Highway Patrol Statistical Analysis Center analyzes crime statistics in the state of Missouri. The Missouri Uniform Crime Reporting Program collates, maintains, and protects the integrity of Missouri’s crime statistics. Figures reported in 2018 show there were 1,015 total index offenses including 119 violent offenses and 896 property offenses. In 2017, reports show there were 1,025 total index offenses including 151 violent offenses and 874 property offenses. The report shows a 21.19% decrease in violent offenses and a 2.52% increase in property offenses.
Are Dunklin County Criminal Records Public?
The Missouri State Highway Patrol Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Division is responsible for providing public access to Missouri state criminal records. Interested parties can find Dunklin County criminal records via the Missouri Criminal History Site (MACHS). It acts as the state’s central repository for criminal records. The site permits users to conduct an online name-based history search. It uses the name, date of birth, and social security number of an individual to conduct a search. The service evaluates criminal background checks as a “possible match”, it includes the following open record information:
- Arrest information less than 30 days from the date of arrest
- Records that include a suspended imposition of sentence (SIS) during probation
- Records that contain convictions ("plead guilty to" or "convicted of")
- Charges filed by prosecutor waiting for the final disposition from the court
Parties can also send a criminal record request via mail by using the Criminal Record Check Form (SHP-158). This includes a convenience fee for the service. Mail requests should include applicable payment in the form of a check or money order. They should be payable to the ‘State of Missouri, Criminal Record System Fund’. Requesters should submit the request and fee to:
Missouri State Highway Patrol
Criminal Justice Information Services Division
P.O. Box 9500
Jefferson City, MO 65102
Alternatively, parties can obtain Dunklin County criminal records through a fingerprint-based search. It requires the submission of a complete fingerprint card (FD-258). The service is solely for state-only criminal background searches. Conceal-carry weapons permits and the Department of Social Services for foster care placement are not part of this service. Results from the services regard criminal background search results as a “possible match”. The service includes the following closed record information:
- Suspension imposition of sentence after the completion of the probation period
- All criminal history data, which include all arrests -filed charges or not filed charges
- Dismissed charges, charges found not guilty in a court of law, or charges no longer pursued.
Submission of a request must include payment of applicable fees in the form of a check or money order to the ‘State of Missouri-Criminal Record System Fund’. Payment for any return postage for requests other than standard return mail (Federal Express, UPS, etc) is the responsibility of the requester. For an additional fee, the CJIS Division can have the criminal record results from the fingerprint-based search or name-based search notarized.
How to Obtain Dunklin County Police Reports and Arrest Records?
Dunklin County police reports and arrest records are available at the Dunklin County Sheriff’s Office. Typically, obtaining these records require the submission of a formal application and payment of applicable fees. Interested parties can obtain them by mail or in-person. The Dunklin County Sheriff’s Office is available for verbal requests from Mondays to Fridays, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. To obtain these records, parties should use the contact information below to submit a request:
Dunklin County Sheriff’s Office
1175 Floyd Street
Kennett, MO 63857
Phone: (573) 888-2424
Fax: (573) 888-2604
How to Find Sex Offender Information in Dunklin County
Interested parties can find Dunklin County sex offender information on the Missouri State Highway Patrol Sex Offender Registry. The registry offers three search parameters that include an interactive map search, offender search, and an electronic address search.
- Interactive map search: Using this method helps the public locate registered sex offenders that reside, work or go to school within set distances of a known location. Parties can enter the street name or number, city, zip code, and distance to carry out a search. This method requires all criteria to perform a search.
- Offender search: Users can use this method to carry out a search via an address, date of birth, or a name. This parameter allows users to search with a true name or an alias. At least one criteria is mandatory to perform a search. Offender search parameter includes the tier level, zip code, and address type (incarcerated, work, school, etc)
- Electronic address search: This allows the public to contact Dunklin County Sheriff to identify the electronic accounts of registered sex offenders such as social network user IDs or email addresses.
The public can also utilize a community notification service that sends email updates on registered sex offenders to subscribers’ personal email addresses. The Missouri State Highway Patrol Criminal Justice Information Services Divisions provides this service at no cost to the users.
How to Find Dunklin County Inmate Records
Dunklin County inmate records are under the maintenance of the county’s sheriff’s office. The records are available upon receipt of a written or oral request. The custodian of the inmate records typically requires the requester to pay applicable fees and submit a valid state-issued photo ID. Alternatively, interested parties can call the Dunklin County jail on (573) 888-4010. For further inquiry, contact the Dunklin County Sheriff’s Office at:
Dunklin County Sheriff’s Office
1175 Floyd Street
Kennett, MO 63857
Phone: (573) 888-2424
Fax: (573) 888-2604
Dunklin County Court Records
Dunklin County court records are any documents filed at a Dunklin County courthouse. The Dunklin County Circuit Clerk is responsible for the maintenance of these court records including criminal court records and civil court case records. Dunklin County Circuit Court serves the county in its judicial matters along with its municipal divisions including Kennett Municipal Court.
Location of Dunklin County Courts
Dunklin County Circuit Court
1175 Floyd Street
Kennett, MO 6387
Phone: (573) 888-2456
Fax: (573) 888-4120
Mailing Address
Dunklin County Circuit Court
P.O. Box 567
Kennett, MO 63857
Kennett Municipal Court
200 Cedar Street
Kennett, MO 63857
Phone: (573) 888-6340
Arbyrd Municipal Court
102 North East Frisco
Arbyrd, MO 63821
Phone: (573) 654-3834
Campbell Municipal Court
101 North Locust
Campbell, MO 63933
Phone: (573) 217-9922
Cardwell Municipal Court
119 East Loeb
Cardwell, MO 63829
Phone: (573) 654-2112
Clarkton Municipal Division
208 South Main Street
Clarkton, MO 63837
Phone: (573) 448-3728
Holcomb Municipal Court Held at Dunklin County Justice Center
1175 Floyd Street
P.O. Box 567
Kennett, MO 63857
Phone: (573) 888-2456
Fax: (573) 888-0319
Hornesville Municipal Court Held at Dunklin County Justice Center
1175 Floyd Street
P.O. Box 567
Kennett, MO 63857
Phone: (573) 888-2456
Fax: (573) 888-0319
Malden Municipal Court
201 South Madison
Malden, MO 63863
Phone: (573) 276-4214
Senath Municipal Court
100 South Market
Senath, MO 63876
Phone: (573) 738-2346
Are Dunklin County Court Records Public?
The Missouri Sunshine Law dictates that Dunklin County court records are public records. Interested parties can obtain them online or by submitting a formal request to the clerk assigned to the court. Obtaining a Dunklin County court record typically requires the payment of applicable fees and the submission of valid identification. Alternatively, parties can find Dunklin County court records on Case.net, an online search engine provided by the Missouri Courts.
How to Obtain Dunklin County Civil Court Case Records
Parties can find Dunklin County civil court case records at the office of the circuit court clerk. The requester must provide details of the court record to facilitate the search. The details include the names of parties, filing date, the complaint, and judgment. The clerk will typically require the submission of a public record request application, valid photo ID, and payment of applicable fees. Interested parties can find Dunklin County civil court case records online by using the following search parameters provided on the site:
- Litigant name search
- Judgment index
- Case Type
- Case Number
- Filing Date Search
How to Obtain Dunklin County Criminal Court Records
Case.net is an online database that maintains Missouri court records including criminal court records from Dunklin County. Users can find a Dunklin County criminal court record by using the search parameters on the search engine. These include litigants' names, judgment index, litigant name search, case number, and scheduled hearings and trials dates. Alternatively, record checkers can obtain Dunklin County court records in person or by mail by visiting the Dunklin County Circuit Clerk. The clerk will release the record upon receipt of a formal request application, payment of applicable fees, and a copy of a valid photo ID. The application should include the filing date, a description of the charge, party names, and attorney details.
What are Dunklin County Vital Records?
Dunklin County vital records document life events in Dunklin County. These include birth records and death records and are available at the Dunklin County Health Department. The department requires a valid ID to obtain a vital record or mail with the requester’s contact information. The Dunklin County vital records are also available at the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (MDHSS). To obtain a Dunklin County vital record from the state department, requesters must submit an application and pay applicable fees.
Divorce Records
Dunklin County divorce records document marriage dissolutions in the county. The Dunklin County Circuit Clerk maintains Dunklin County divorce decrees. Parties must provide the names of the parties involved and filing date to faciliate the search. Typically, requesters must submit a request, pay applicable fees and provide a valid ID to obtain the divorce record. To submit mail requests and make in-person requests, use the contact information below:
Dunklin County Circuit Court Clerk
1175 Floyd Street
Kennett, MO 6387
Phone: (573) 888-2456
Fax: (573) 888-4120
Mailing Address
Dunklin County Circuit Court Clerk
P.O. Box 567
Kennett, MO 63857
Marriage Records
Dunklin County marriage records document marriage licenses issued in the county. The Dunklin County Recorder of Deeds maintains these records. The office has Dunklin County marriage records from 1872. Typically, requesters must submit an application, a valid picture ID and pay applicable fees. Requesters should provide the names of the couple and marriage date to locate the desired marriage record. Parties should submit requests to:
Dunklin County Recorder of Deeds
100 Courthouse Square
Room 204
Kennett, MO 63857
Phone: (573) 888-3468
Fax: (573) 888-8956
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 389
Kennett, MO 63857
Birth Records
Dunklin County birth records document births in the county. They are available at the Dunklin County Health Department. Requesters must submit a valid ID to obtain the records. Parties can make a request using the contact information below:
Dunklin County Health Department (Administrative Office)
402 Recovery Road
Kennett, MO 63857
Phone: (573) 888-9008
Alternatively, parties can obtain a Dunklin County birth record from the MDHSS. They must submit a Birth Certificate Application, a valid ID, and pay applicable fees. Requesters must notarize mail requests. A self-addressed envelope must accompany the request along with a check or money order payable to “Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services”. Submit the mail request to:
Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services
P.O. Box 570
Jefferson City, MO 65102-0570.
For further inquiries, contact the Missouri state department at:
Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services
Bureau of Vital Records
930 Wildwood Drive
Jefferson City, MO 65109
Phone: (573) 751-6387
Email: VitalRecordsInfo@health.mo.gov
Dunklin County birth records are available to:
- Spouse
- Children
- Parents
- Sibling
- Aunt or Uncle
- Grandparents or Grandchildren
- Niece or Nephew
- Guardian, foster parent, or step-parent that must provide legal documents for proof of relationship
Death Records
Dunklin County death records document deaths in the county. Dunklin County death records are available at the Dunklin County Health Department and the MDHSS. Interested parties should submit a valid ID to the local health department to obtain the records at:
Dunklin County Health Department (Administrative Office)
402 Recovery Road
Kennett, MO 63857
Phone: (573) 888-9008
The following individuals can obtain a Dunklin County death record:
- Spouse
- Children
- Parents
- Sibling
- Aunt or Uncle
- Grandparents or Grandchildren
- Niece or Nephew
- Guardian, foster parent or step-parent that must provide legal documents for proof of relationship
To obtain a Dunklin County death record from the MDHSS, parties must submit a Death Certificate Application, a valid ID, and pay applicable fees. Requesters must notarize mail-in requests before submission and include a self-addressed envelope. Parties should send a check or money order payable to “Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services” and submit to:
Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services
P.O. Box 570
Jefferson City, MO 65102-0570.
For further inquiries, contact the Missouri state department at:
Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services
Bureau of Vital Records
930 Wildwood Drive
Jefferson City, MO 65109
Phone: (573) 751-6387
Email: VitalRecordsInfo@health.mo.gov
