Montgomery County Recent Arrests
Montgomery County recent arrests are tracked by Sheriff Craig Allison and the sheriff's office in Montgomery City. The office uses a mobile app that publishes a weekly booking report, making it one of the more accessible small-county systems in Missouri. The jail uses Inmate Canteen for commissary and TurnKey for video visits. You can search for recent arrests through the app, VINE, or Case.net. This page covers every way to look up arrest records in Montgomery County.
Montgomery County Quick Facts
Montgomery County Arrest Records
The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office at 211 E. Third St. in Montgomery City handles all arrests for the county. Sheriff Craig Allison leads the operation. Call (573) 564-8084 for questions about a recent booking or custody status.
One thing that sets Montgomery County apart is the MCSO Sheriff mobile app. The app publishes a weekly booking report that shows who was arrested, what they were charged with, and when they were booked. This is a great tool for keeping up with recent arrests in the county without having to call the office. The app is free and available for download on most phones.
The jail uses Inmate Canteen for commissary deposits and TurnKey for video visitation. Montgomery County is in east-central Missouri between St. Louis and Columbia. The sheriff handles patrol, warrant service, and civil process. All bookings from county law enforcement and local police departments go through the jail in Montgomery City.
Montgomery County Recent Arrests Search
The MCSO Sheriff mobile app is a unique tool for checking recent arrests. You can also use the Missouri VINE system to search for inmates at the Montgomery County jail.
Lincoln County shown above is a nearby county with a similar online roster. For Montgomery County, the sheriff's mobile app with weekly booking reports and VINE are your best online tools for recent arrest information.
Court Records for Montgomery County
Criminal cases from Montgomery County arrests go through the circuit court. All records are on Case.net, set up under Section 476.055 RSMo. Search by name, case number, or date without an account.
Case.net shows docket entries, hearings, charges, bonds, and outcomes. Documents from July 1, 2023 onward are viewable online. You can track cases with email or text alerts. For older records, contact the circuit clerk at the courthouse in Montgomery City.
Statewide Databases for Montgomery County
MACHS runs name searches for $15 and fingerprint checks for $20. Run by the Highway Patrol and available 24/7 online. Returns open records including convictions, pending charges, and recent arrests.
VINE is free and covers Montgomery County. Search by name and sign up for release alerts at 877-654-8463. The service is confidential and works by phone, web, and mobile app.
Note: The MCSO Sheriff app publishes weekly booking reports that give a clear snapshot of recent arrest activity in Montgomery County.
Montgomery County Arrest Record Laws
Arrest records are public under Missouri's Sunshine Law. Section 610.100 RSMo requires reports to include name, charge, officer, and evidence. Open during active cases and after conviction. Closed after 30 days without charges, dismissal, or acquittal.
Copies cost 10 cents per page under Section 610.026 RSMo. Three business days to respond. Visit the office at 211 E. Third St. in Montgomery City with a photo ID.
How to Get Montgomery County Records
Download the MCSO Sheriff app for weekly booking reports. Call the sheriff at (573) 564-8084 for current booking info. Use Case.net for court records after charges are filed. For a full criminal history, go through MACHS online or mail Form SHP-158 to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, CJIS Division, P.O. Box 9500, Jefferson City, MO 65102. A mailed name search costs $14 plus $2 for notary. Walk-in service is available at the MSHP at 1510 East Elm Street in Jefferson City.
Visit the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office at 211 E. Third St. in Montgomery City during business hours. Bring a valid photo ID. The Case.net help desk is at 888-541-4894 on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
Montgomery County Jail Details
The Montgomery County jail uses Inmate Canteen for commissary deposits. Families add money to inmate accounts through the Inmate Canteen website or by phone. TurnKey handles video visitation. Inmates schedule video visits through TurnKey and families create accounts online. The facility processes bookings from the sheriff's office and local police departments. All mail to inmates must include the sender's full name and return address. The jail operates 24 hours a day for booking and release operations.
Recent Arrests in Nearby Counties
Montgomery County is in east-central Missouri between St. Louis and Columbia. These neighboring counties may have arrest records for the area.
Montgomery County sits between the St. Louis metro area and the state capital region. Arrests near the borders may be processed by either jurisdiction.
Nearby City Arrest Searches
Montgomery County is between Columbia to the west and St. Charles to the east. Both cities have their own police departments and booking systems. Arrests in Montgomery County itself all go through the sheriff's office in Montgomery City.