Gasconade County Recent Arrests
Gasconade County recent arrests are tracked by the sheriff's office in Hermann, Missouri. Sheriff Scott Eiler runs the jail and keeps records of all bookings in the county. You can look up who has been booked through an online roster tool or by calling the office at (573) 486-2424. The county sits in the 25th Judicial Circuit, and all criminal case filings show up on Case.net. This page covers every way to search for recent arrests in Gasconade County, from jail rosters to state databases and public records requests.
Gasconade County Quick Facts
Gasconade County Sheriff and Recent Arrests
The Gasconade County Sheriff's Office is the main law enforcement agency that handles recent arrests in the area. Sheriff Scott Eiler leads the department from the office at 119 E. First St. in Hermann. When a person is arrested in Gasconade County, the sheriff's office creates a booking record that includes the charge, bond amount, and date of arrest. These records are public under Missouri law. You can call the sheriff at (573) 486-2424 to ask about current inmates or recent bookings.
The jail uses HomeWAV for video visitation and Access Corrections for commissary services. Inmates held in the Gasconade County jail can be looked up through online tools. Booking data typically shows the person's name, the charges filed, and any bond that has been set. If no bond has been set, the record will note that as well.
You can search for Gasconade County recent arrests by contacting the sheriff office or using Missouri VINE. The roster shows current and recently released inmates held at the Gasconade County jail. It lists each person's name and the charges they face.
The screenshot below shows what a Gasconade County jail roster search looks like.
The roster is updated as new bookings come in, so check back if you do not see the name you need right away.
Gasconade County Court Records and Arrests
Court records tied to recent arrests in Gasconade County are filed in the 25th Judicial Circuit. The circuit clerk handles all filings for criminal cases, bond hearings, and sentencing. You can search these records for free on Case.net, which is the state court records portal run under Section 476.055 RSMo. No account is needed for a basic search. Just type in a name and the system pulls up any cases in Gasconade County or anywhere else in Missouri.
Case.net shows charge details, hearing dates, and case status. Documents filed on or after July 1, 2023 can be viewed from your own device. Older filings may still need a trip to the circuit clerk's office in Hermann. The "Track This Case" tool lets you set up alerts so you get notified when something changes in a case you care about.
State Tools for Gasconade County Recent Arrests
Missouri runs a few big databases that cover Gasconade County. The first is MACHS, the Missouri Automated Criminal History Site. A name search costs $15 and shows open records, which include convictions, recent arrests less than 30 days old, and pending charges. Results come back fast. A fingerprint search costs $20 and pulls the full criminal history. MACHS is run by the Highway Patrol and is live 24 hours a day for name checks.
The Missouri VINE system is another option. VINE tracks inmates across most Missouri county jails, including Gasconade County. You can search by name to check if someone is in custody. You can also sign up for alerts that tell you when a person is released, transferred, or moved. The toll-free number is 877-654-8463. The service is free and runs around the clock.
For people who have been sentenced to state prison, the Missouri DOC Offender Search shows current custody status, facility assignment, and projected release dates. It does not cover county jail bookings, but it can tell you if someone has a prior corrections record.
Note: MACHS only keeps search results for 30 days, so save or print what you find right away.
Public Records and Gasconade County Arrests
Missouri's Sunshine Law makes arrest records open to the public. The law is found in Sections 610.010 through 610.200 RSMo. You do not need to be part of the case. You do not need to give a reason for your request. The law says these records "shall be liberally construed" in favor of public access. Agencies in Gasconade County must respond to your request by the end of the third business day.
Under Section 610.100 RSMo, an arrest report includes the name of the person, the charge, and the details of the detention. It also lists the arresting officer and a description of any physical evidence seized. These reports are open as long as charges are pending or a conviction was entered. If no charges are filed within 30 days, the arrest report becomes a closed record.
Copying fees are capped at 10 cents per page under Section 610.026 RSMo. Research time can be billed at the actual cost of staff time.
Recent Arrests in Nearby Counties
Gasconade County borders several other Missouri counties. If you need to search for recent arrests in surrounding areas, these county pages can help.