Macon County Recent Arrests
Macon County recent arrests are booked at the county jail in Macon, which has been expanding to add 14 to 16 more beds. Sheriff Kevin Shoemaker leads the department. Jail Administrator Adam Miller runs the daily operations of the facility. The jail also houses male inmates from neighboring Linn County, which does not have its own jail. This page shows you how to find arrest records, check jail rosters, and request public records from Macon County, Missouri.
Macon County Quick Facts
Macon County Sheriff Arrest Records
The Macon County Sheriff's Office is at 101 East Washington Street in Macon. The phone number is (660) 385-2062. Sheriff Kevin Shoemaker runs the department, and Adam Miller manages the jail. The facility is in the middle of an expansion that will add 14 to 16 beds. That extra space is needed because the Macon County jail also holds male inmates from Linn County, which closed its jail and contracts with Macon for housing.
When someone is arrested in Macon County, the booking record includes their name, charges, bond amount, and the date they were brought in. The jail staff processes new arrests around the clock. You can call the office at (660) 385-2062 to ask about anyone currently in custody. For records requests, bring a valid ID to the sheriff's office during business hours.
Recent Arrests on Macon County Court Records
Court filings for Macon County go through the 41st Judicial Circuit and show up on Case.net. Searches are free. Enter a name or case number and the system returns charges, hearing dates, and case status. No account is required for a basic lookup. Case.net runs weekdays from 6 AM to 1 AM and is authorized by Section 476.055 RSMo.
Documents filed on or after July 1, 2023 can be viewed from any device with internet. Older records may require a trip to the circuit clerk in Macon. Certified copies are available for a per-page fee. The "Track This Case" tool on Case.net lets you set up email and text alerts so you know when a case gets updated. That saves time if you are following a pending criminal matter.
Search Macon County Arrest Records
Roster information for the Macon County jail can be found through Missouri VINE or by calling the sheriff office. The screenshot below shows the Macon County jail roster search page.
This page pulls booking data from public records and makes it searchable. Keep in mind that the Macon County jail holds inmates from its own county and from Linn County, so you may see people listed who were not arrested in Macon directly.
Public Access to Macon County Arrests
Arrest records in Macon County are public under the Sunshine Law. Section 610.100 RSMo says arrest reports are open and must include the person's name, charges, arresting officer, and evidence seized. Anyone can ask for a copy. The sheriff has three business days to respond. No reason is required for your request.
Records close in specific situations. If no charges come within 30 days, the arrest report closes. The same goes for dismissed cases and not guilty findings. Records from a Suspended Imposition of Sentence close after probation ends. Copying costs are capped at 10 cents per page per Section 610.026 RSMo. If your request is denied, the agency must explain why in writing. The Attorney General handles complaints about noncompliance.
Note: Fee waivers are available when disclosure serves the public interest.
Macon County Arrest Alerts and Statewide Tools
VINE covers Macon County and lets you search inmates by name. Register for free alerts by phone, text, or email when an inmate's status changes. The toll-free line is 877-654-8463. For a full criminal background, use MACHS. Name searches are $15. Fingerprint searches are $20 and give you closed records too.
The Missouri DOC Offender Search is free and tracks state prison inmates and supervised offenders. It does not cover county jail bookings. The Sex Offender Registry is searchable by name, county, or map. Registration is required within three business days of release from custody or moving to Missouri.
Nearby Counties
Macon County is in north-central Missouri. These neighboring counties also have arrest records you can search.
Macon County Cities
Macon County has no cities above the major population threshold. Macon is the county seat and largest town. La Plata is another community in the area. All bookings go through the Macon County Sheriff. For records in larger cities, try Columbia or St. Joseph.