Johnson County Court Records

In Johnson County, court records are official documents and files created during case proceedings at the county courthouses. Johnson County court records are vital for resolving legal disputes. These Missouri court records also provide members of the public with information about ongoing or concluded cases. Generally, Johnson County court records may include details such as:

• Docket Sheets
• Evidence
• Court Transcripts
• Pleadings and Motions
• Judgments
• Jury Verdicts
• Litigant names
• Case details
• Attorneys’ names and addresses

Are Court Records Public in Johnson County?

Court records are public in Johnson County. The Missouri Sunshine Law grants interested individuals access to Johnson County public records, including those maintained by the county’s Circuit and Municipal Courts. However, the Missouri Court Operating Rule 2 governs public access to Johnson County court records, which exempts specific records and confidential information from public disclosure. Exempted court records and information include the following:

• Juvenile court records (misdemeanors)
• Names of minors
• Expunged or sealed records
• Personal identification details, such as social security numbers, driver's license numbers, or state identification numbers
• Account numbers, credit/debit card numbers, or passwords used to secure such financial details
• Dates of birth
• Information on victims, informants, or witnesses, including their names, addresses, and contact details

Johnson County Court Records Search

In Johnson County, court records are generally accessible through online repositories maintained by government or third-party sites where users can perform record searches by entering relevant case information. Individuals seeking court records may also visit the custodian's office to request specific records or submit written requests by mail. Alternative ways to find Johnson County court records include hiring legal research services or visiting local law libraries.

Johnson County Courts

Johnson County has a Circuit Court that serves as the trial court with original jurisdiction over all criminal and civil cases within its jurisdiction. The Circuit Court has divisions that specialize in handling different types of cases. Additionally, Johnson County’s court structure includes Municipal Courts/Divisions that handle cases involving the violation of municipal ordinances. Contact details of all the courts operating in the county are listed below:

Johnson County Circuit Court
Johnson County Justice Center
101 West Market Street
Warrensburg, MO 64093
Phone: (660) 422-7413
Fax: (660) 422-7417

Municipal Courts in Johnson County

Centerview Municipal Division
Johnson County Justice Center
101 West Market Street
Warrensburg, MO 64093
Phone: (660) 422-7413
Fax: (660) 422-7417

Chilhowee Municipal Division
Johnson County Justice Center
101 West Market Street
Warrensburg, MO 64093
Phone: (660) 422-7413
Fax: (660) 422-7417

Holden Municipal Division
Johnson County Justice Center
101 West Market Street
Warrensburg, MO 64093
Phone: (660) 422-7413
Fax: (660) 422-7417

Kingsville Municipal Division
Johnson County Justice Center
101 West Market Street
Warrensburg, MO 64093
Phone: (660) 422-7413
Fax: (660) 422-7417

Knob Noster Municipal Court
201 North State Street
Knob Noster, MO 65336
Phone: (660) 563-2595
Fax: (660) 563-5634

Leeton Municipal Division
Johnson County Justice Center
101 West Market Street
Warrensburg, MO 64093
Phone: (660) 422-7413
Fax: (660) 422-7417

Warrensburg Municipal Court
102 South Holden Street
Warrensburg, MO 64093
Phone: (660) 747-9132
Fax: (660) 747-1867

Johnson County Criminal Records

Johnson County criminal records are official documents containing individuals' criminal histories. Aside from the records maintained by the court, criminal records are also generated and managed by the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office and other local/state law enforcement agencies. Such records may be created when peace officers arrest individuals or detain offenders at the county jail.

To obtain Johnson County arrest records or criminal history, call or visit the sheriff's office on weekdays, during business hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.), at:

278 South West 871,
Centerview, MO 64019
Phone: (660) 747-6469

Interested persons can also access current inmate information or details of offenders released within the last 48 hours from the Johnson County Detention Center.

Get Johnson County Civil Court Records

Johnson County civil records are the official documents and files generated from non-criminal proceedings handled by the Circuit Court. Such records include documents generated from the following types of civil cases:

• Breach of contract
• Personal injury cases
• Suit on account
• Probate issues
• Small claims
• Evictions
• Employment discrimination
• Eminent domain
• Divorces
• Adoptions
• Child Support

In Johnson County, the Circuit Clerk maintains civil records and makes them available to record seekers upon request. To obtain these records, interested individuals can contact the Clerk by email, phone, or by in-person visit to the courthouse where the case was heard. Furthermore, Missouri’s Judicial Branch maintains an online repository that provides free public access to civil case information. Users can search for Johnson County civil records online using the litigants’ names, case numbers, case types, and filing dates. However, confidential court records are unavailable to the general public.

Johnson County Marriage Records

Johnson County marriage records are official documents that contain details of marital unions solemnized within the county. Marriage records are accessible to the public and kept in the custody of the Johnson County Recorder of Deeds Office. Individuals seeking certified copies of Johnson County marriage certificates can obtain them from the office, provided the marriage license was obtained in the county. Marriage licenses obtained in the county are provided to the Recorder of Deeds for official recording by marriage officiants.

To obtain Johnson County marriage certificates, mail a written request for certified copies or contact the Recorder of Deeds at (660) 747-6811. Requesters may also obtain Johnson County marriage records by visiting the custodian’s office at:

Johnson County Recorder of Deeds
300 North Holden, Suite 305
Warrensburg, MO 64093

In Johnson County, obtaining certified copies of a marriage certificate costs $9 per copy.

Johnson County Divorce Records

Johnson County divorce records encompass official documents related to the termination of marriages. These documents, such as divorce decrees, are generated by the Circuit Court during divorce proceedings and are accessible to eligible persons.

To obtain Johnson County divorce records, interested individuals should visit the Circuit Clerk at the Johnson County Circuit Court to request the desired records. They may also take the following steps to obtain a Certified Statement Relating to Divorce from the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services Bureau of Vital Records:

1. Download and complete the Vital Records Application Form
2. Include the $15 fee (per record) and other necessary documents, if applicable
3. Order the record by submitting applications in person or by mail to:

Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services
Bureau of Vital Records
930 Wildwood Drive
Jefferson City, MO 65109

Note: For in-person applications, requesters must call the Bureau of Vital Records at (573) 751-6387 to schedule an appointment. Appointments are available from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with the final appointment slot scheduled for 2:30 p.m.

Johnson Birth and Death Records

Johnson County birth and death records contain details on birth and death events within the county. Per Missouri law (RsMo Section 193.255), Johnson County vital records custodians may provide them only to individuals with a direct and tangible interest in the records. Hence, record seekers must provide proof of relationship to the persons named on Johnson County birth certificate or death records.

The Community Health Services Department in Johnson County preserves and makes available birth certificates from as early as 1920 and death certificates from as far back as 1980. Interested persons can request certified copies of such records in person or mail their requests.

To obtain birth and death certificates in person at Johnson County Community Health Services, visit the office location with the following:

• Completed and signed Birth and Death Certificate Application Form
• Any of the following identification documents:
  • Valid photo ID (driver’s license, passport, or school, work, or military ID) or;
  • Two pieces of mail bearing the applicant’s name and address or a mail with the applicant’s name, address, and social security number
• Payment for the certificate cost:
  • Certified copies of birth certificates cost $15 each
  • Death certificates cost $14 for the first copy and $11 per additional copy

Alternatively, a requester can mail a notarized and completed Birth and Death Certificate Form alongside a check/money order payment, and a self-addressed stamped envelope to:

Johnson County Community Health Services
723 PCA Road
Warrensburg, MO 64093

Interested persons can also contact the Missouri Bureau of Vital Records to order Johnson County birth records older than 1920 or death certificates before 1980.

Johnson County Probate Court Records

Johnson County Probate court records are official documents generated from probate cases heard at the Circuit Court. These cases usually involve estates of deceased individuals, guardianships for incapacitated persons, and litigation concerning trusts and wills. In addition, the Circuit Court handles probate matters related to involuntary commitments and the institutionalization of alleged violent sexual offenses.

To obtain Johnson County probate records, contact the Circuit Clerk or visit the courthouse to submit a request for the required documents. Additionally, probate case information is publicly accessible on the online database managed by Missouri's Judicial Branch.

Johnson County Property Records

Johnson County property records comprise official documents and information on real estate within the county’s borders. Typically, these records contain the following property-related information:

• Property Deeds
• Plats and Surveys
• Property Tax Assessments
• Property Sale History
• Zoning Details
• Property Owner’s Information
• Liens
• Power of Attorney
• Property Address

The Recorder of Deeds Office documents and maintains property records in Johnson County. To obtain copies of such documents, interested individuals can visit the office during business hours or mail their written requests with self-addressed stamped envelopes. Likewise, they may contact the office by phone to obtain property records and pay the necessary fees using credit cards.

Johnson County Court Records Online

Third-party online resources like Missouricourtrecords.us provide easy-to-use tools and guides to access Johnson County court records. These sites save record seekers time compared to in-person visits to the courthouse and provide instant access to a wide range of court records remotely. However, such platforms may provide incomplete or outdated information as they are not affiliated with government agencies that maintain updated official court records.