Clinton County Court Records

Clinton County court records are official documents on civil and criminal trials within the Circuit and Municipal Courts in Clinton County, MO. These documents offer a comprehensive overview of legal proceedings, including details on case filings, prosecutions, and their resolutions. Information seekers may find the names of litigants, types of cases, filing dates, complaints, exhibits, motions, orders, and judgments.

Clinton County court records are crucial for understanding the county's legal system. They provide official details of judicial trials and promote accountability, transparency, and fairness within the judiciary. Interested individuals may also access Clinton County arrest records and other details of criminal trials within the county through the county's court records.

Are Court Records Public in Clinton County?

Yes, Clinton County's court records are public. Public access to Clinton County court records is guaranteed under Chapter 610 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri (RSMo). Nonetheless, there are exceptions to public access to Clinton County court records that may infringe upon privacy laws or compromise public safety. Per Missouri laws, Clinton County court records are exempt from public disclosure if they relate to:

• Juveniles
• Adoptions
• Mental health and involuntary commitment cases
• Expunged or sealed records
• Domestic Violence and Protective Orders
• Confidential settlement agreements.

Clinton County Court Records Search

Clinton County court records are accessible through online searches, mail requests, and in-person visits to the appropriate agencies. Generally, the most common way to access information for Circuit Court cases is through the Missouri Supreme Court's Case.net portal. This online portal provides access to documents from Circuit Courts across Missouri, including Clinton County. Record seekers may access Clinton County court through mail requests or in-person visits to the Clinton County Circuit Clerk's Office or the municipal court holding the specific records.

Clinton County Courts

In Clinton County, the court system is comprised of a circuit court and municipal courts.
The Clinton County Circuit Court is the county's apex judicial institution, with general authority over civil and criminal cases. However, it only handles cases that fall beyond the scope of municipal courts. The Municipal Courts in Clinton County are divisions of the Circuit Court that handle cases of violation of municipal ordinances.

Interested individuals may contact the various Clinton County courts using the information below:

Clinton County Circuit Court
207 North Main Street,
P.O. Box 275,
Plattsburg,
MO 64477
Phone: (816) 539-3731
Fax: (816) 539-3893
Email: clinton.county.circuit.court@courts.mo.gov

Cameron Municipal Court
207 North Main Street, Cameron,
MO 64429
Phone: (816) 539-3731

Gower Municipal Court
97 North 4th Street,
P.O. Box 408,
Gower,
MO 64454
Phone: (816) 424-6617

Lathrop Municipal Court
707 Oak Street,
P.O. Box 225,
Lathrop,
MO 64465
Phone: (816) 740-4251

Plattsburg Municipal Court
114 West Maple Street,
Plattsburg,
MO 64477
Phone: (816) 539-2148
Fax: (816) 930-3260

Trimble Municipal Court
207 North Main Street,
P.O. Box 275,
Plattsburg,
MO 64477
Email: clinton.county.circuit.court@courts.mo.gov.

Clinton County Criminal and Civil Records

Clinton County criminal and civil records cover all case files from criminal and civil trials within the county's Circuit and Municipal Courts. These files encompass a wide range of documents, from criminal trial materials like Clinton County arrest records and incident reports to civil case documents covering:

• Contract disputes
• Small claims
• Landlord-tenant disagreements
• Personal injury claims
• Civil rights violations.

Per the Missouri Sunshine Law, most of Clinton County's criminal and civil court records are publicly accessible. However, accessing some civil case files (for instance, some family law trials) requires eligibility.

To access Clinton County criminal and civil records, log into the Missouri Judiciary's Case.net Portal and search for Clinton County criminal or civil records by names, filing dates, and case numbers. For mail-in or in-person access, mail or visit the Clinton County Circuit Clerk's Office at:

Clinton County Courthouse
207 North Main Street,
P.O. Box 275,
Plattsburg,
MO 64477
Phone: (816) 539-3731
Fax: (816) 539-3893

Requesters may also contact Clinton County municipal courts and request access to their case records.

Clinton County Marriage Records

Clinton County marriage records are public, and access to them does not require proof of relationship or legal interest. Individuals may access certified copies of Clinton County marriage records by providing the necessary information and paying applicable fees.
Individuals seeking copies of Clinton County marriage certificates or licenses should mail, call, visit, or email the Clinton County Recorder of Deeds Office at:

Clinton County Courthouse
207 N Main Street,
P.O. Box 275
Plattsburg,
MO 64477
Phone: (816) 539-3719
Fax: (816) 539-3893
Email: recorder@clintoncomo.gov.

Requesters should note that a mail-in request for a Clinton County marriage record must include the names of the spouses, the marriage date, a self-addressed stamped envelope, and a check or money order to cover the copy fees (a copy of Clinton County's marriage certificate costs $9.00).
Record seekers may also register and purchase Clinton County marriage records online through the Clinton County Recorder of Deeds' iCounty portal.

Clinton County Divorce Records

Clinton County divorce records are public. Notwithstanding, the Clinton County Circuit Clerk's Office will deny public access to sealed records and redact sensitive information from publicly accessible divorce records.

Clinton County divorce records are accessible by case number, party name, and filing date through the Missouri Case.net portal. Inquirers may also access Clinton County divorce records through Public Access Terminals at the Clinton County Courthouse, or by mail or in-person visits to the Clinton County Circuit Clerk's Office at:

Clinton County Courthouse
207 N Main Street,
P.O. Box 275,
Plattsburg,
MO 64477.

Record seekers may order Clinton County's divorce verification letters through the Missouri Department of Health & Senior Services Vital Records Page.

Clinton Birth Records

In Missouri (including Clinton County), birth records under 90 years are confidential. These are only accessible to the person whose name is on the document (if they are 18 years or older), their parents or guardians, and individuals with legitimate legal interests. After 90 years, Clinton County birth records become archival and accessible to interested individuals unless sealed.

Clinton County birth records play crucial legal and administrative roles. They are proof of citizenship and grant their owners eligibility for government benefits and public services. Birth records provide data for tracking birth rates, population trends, and infant mortality.

Eligible individuals seeking access to Clinton County birth records should visit the Clinton County Health Department or download and complete the Vital Records Application Forms and mail them to:

Clinton County Health Department
106 Bush Street,
Plattsburg,
MO 64477
Phone: (816) 539-2144
Fax: (816) 539-3306

Requesters should note that mail requests for Clinton County birth records must be notarized, and each copy costs $15.00. To request Clinton County birth records, inquirers may also need to complete the Missouri State Archives Online Request Form or email archives@sos.mo.gov.

Alternatively, call, mail, or visit the Missouri State Archives at:

600 West Main Street,
P.O. Box 1747,
Jefferson City,
MO 65102
Phone: (573) 751-3280
Email: archref@sos.mo.gov.

Clinton Death Records

Clinton County death records are confidential. Only the immediate family members of the deceased, their specified extended family members with documentation, authorized legal representatives, and entities with legitimate tangible interest may access certified copies of Clinton County death records.

Death records play crucial personal, administrative, and legal roles. These documents are proof of death and are essential for life insurance, inheritance, pension, and Social Security benefit claims. Furthermore, death records provide data for public health policies and epidemiological research.

Clinton County death records are accessible through the Clinton County Health Department. Eligible individuals should download and complete the Missouri Vital Records Application Forms and mail or submit in person to:

The Clinton County Health Department - Vital Records
106 Bush Street,
Plattsburg,
MO 64477.

Requesters should note that Clinton County death records cost $14.00 for the first copy and $13.00 for each additional copy of the same document.
Alternatively, for records of Clinton County deaths from 1980 to the present, visit or send a mail request to the Missouri Department of Health & Senior Services at:

Bureau of Vital Records
930 Wildwood Drive,
Jefferson City,
MO 65109.

Clinton County death records older than 50 years may be accessible through the Missouri State Archives.

Clinton County Probate Court Records

Clinton County probate court records are documents created by the Probate Division of the Clinton County Circuit Court. The documents encompass, but are not limited to, case files on Will Contests, guardianships, trust administration, escheats, intestate successions, conservatorships, and claims against estates.

Clinton County probate records are accessible through the Missouri Case.net portal. Requesters may also call the Clinton County Probate Clerk's Office at (816) 539-3298 or visit or send mail requests to:

Clinton County Courthouse
207 N Main Street,
Plattsburg,
MO 6447.

For Clinton County historical probate records, visit the Missouri Digital Heritage Portal and use the online tool to look for specific documents.

Clinton County Property Records

Clinton County property records are official documents on property transactions, ownership, and transfers within Clinton County. These documents include, but are not limited to:

• Deeds
• Plat Maps
• Zoning records
• Building permits
• Property sales histories
• Liens and encumbrances
• Mortgages
• Property tax records.

In Clinton, several agencies maintain property records, and access to them depends on the type of property-related documents. Clinton County property records are accessible through the Clinton County Assessor's Real Estate Search Portal. Users may search for property records by parcel number, street name, lot number, and other criteria. Requesters seeking Clinton County GIS information should log in to Clinton County's GIS website.

Individuals seeking offline access to Clinton County property records should apply the following options. For Deeds, mortgages, easements, liens, plats, and surveys - Call, mail, or visit the Clinton County Recorder of Deeds Office at:

Clinton County Courthouse
207 N Main Street,
Plattsburg,
MO 64477
Phone: (816) 539 -3713

For property descriptions, assessed values, parcel numbers (APNs), and property tax classification, call, mail, or visit the Clinton County Assessor's Office at:

207 N Main Street,
Plattsburg,
P.O. Box 436,
MO 64477
Phone: (816) 539-3716
Email: cindy.carter@clintoncomo.org

For property tax information, contact the Clinton County Collector's Office at:

207 N Main Street, Room 114,
Plattsburg,
MO 64477
Phone: (816) 539-3726
Fax: (816) 539-2240
Email: collector@clintoncomo.org.

Clinton County Court Records Online

Generally, the most common way to access information for Circuit Court cases is through the Missouri Supreme Court's Case.net portal. This online portal provides access to documents from Circuit Courts across Missouri, including Clinton County. Third-party online resources like Missouricourtrecords.us may also offer a convenient option. These non-government online repositories gather documents from various courts across Missouri and make them available to interested individuals. Third-party websites provide global access to documents and information. However, users of non-official sources accessing documents and information should note that these platforms are independent and do not guarantee the accuracy of their content.