Lincoln County Court Records

Lincoln County court records are files and documents of criminal and civil cases prosecuted in the county’s courts. These records include case filings, motions, petitions, court transcripts, fines, sentences, orders, and judgments. Information that may be obtained from these Missouri court records includes names of parties, dates of filing and proceedings, judges, court names, attorneys, and judgments.

Lincoln County court records can be used for the following purposes:

• Academic research
• Journalism research
• Legal research
• Case preparation
• Historical record-keeping
• Verification of court decisions

Are Court Records Public in Lincoln County?

Yes. Per Missouri’s Sunshine Law, the public has a right to inspect and obtain copies of documents produced by government agencies, including the courts. However, certain court records are sealed by law or court orders to preserve privacy or protect sensitive information. Confidential court records in Lincoln County include the following:

• Personally identifiable information such as social security number and driver's license
• Records of victims of sexual and domestic violence
• Juvenile records
• Adoption records
• Medical and mental health records

Lincoln County Court Records Search

Lincoln County court records can be searched electronically and onsite. Record seekers can visit the county’s courts to inspect or request copies of non-confidential court records. They can use the public terminals located within the court premises to search for court records. Alternatively, they may access Lincoln County public court records online via the county and state judiciary websites. Furthermore, some third-party websites provide access to Lincoln County court records.

Lincoln County Courts

The court system in Lincoln County comprises Circuit and Municipal Courts. The Lincoln County Circuit Court is the primary court for the county and it has general jurisdiction over all criminal and civil cases. It is organized into divisions to attend to specific cases. There are criminal, civil, family, probate, traffic, and juvenile divisions/courts. There are nine municipal courts in Lincoln County handling municipal ordinance violations. The locations and contact details of the county are listed below:

Lincoln County Circuit Court
Lincoln County Justice Center
45 Business Park Drive
Troy, MO 63379
Phone: (636) 528-6300
Fax: (636) 528-9168

Elsberry Municipal Court
201 Broadway
Elsberry, MO 63343
Phone: (573) 898-5588

Foley Municipal Division
Lincoln County Justice Center
45 Business Park Drive
Troy, MO 63379
Phone: (636) 528-6300
Fax: (636) 528-9168

Fountain N’Lakes Municipal Division
Lincoln County Justice Center
45 Business Park Drive
Troy, MO 63379
Phone: (636) 528-6300
Fax: (636) 528-9168

Hawk Point Municipal Division
Lincoln County Justice Center
45 Business Park Drive
Troy, MO 63379
Phone: (636) 528-6300
Fax: (636) 528-9168

Moscow Mills Municipal Court
995 Main Street
Moscow Mills, MO 63362
Phone: (636) 366-9969
Fax: (636) 356-4062

Old Monroe Municipal Division
Lincoln County Justice Center
45 Business Park Drive
Troy, MO 63379
Phone: (636) 528-6300
Fax: (636) 528-9168

Silex Municipal Division
Lincoln County Justice Center
45 Business Park Drive
Troy, MO 63379
Phone: (573) 528-6300
Fax: (636) 528-9168

Troy Municipal Court
800 Cap Au Gris
Troy, MO 63379
Phone: (636) 528-6179
Fax: (636) 462-7696

Winfield Municipal Court
City Hall
51 Harry's Way
Winfield, MO 63389
Phone: (636) 668-6031

Lincoln County Criminal Records

Criminal records in Lincoln County are documentation of an individual’s crimes, prosecution, and sentencing or acquittal in the county. It consists of Lincoln County arrest records, criminal court records, and imprisonment records. Criminal records are created by law enforcement agencies such as the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office, the Missouri Department of Corrections, and the Missouri State Highway Patrol. Persons seeking Lincoln County criminal records may contact the Records Division of the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office at:

Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office
65 Business Park Drive
Troy, MO 63379
Phone: (573) 528-6300
Fax: (636) 528-9168

In addition, they can use the Missouri Automated Criminal History System (MACHS) platform to search for Lincoln County criminal records. Name-based criminal records cost $15, while fingerprint-based searches cost $20. Requesters can also mail their request to the Missouri Criminal Justice Information Services Division (CJIS) of the Missouri State Highway Patrol at:

Missouri State Highway Patrol
CJIS Division
P.O. Box 9500
Jefferson City, MO 65102-9500

Get Lincoln County Civil Court Records

Lincoln County Circuit Court handles all civil cases in the county. The county’s civil court records are generally public records, and they include records from the following cases:

• Property Disputes
• Family Law
• Personal Injury Lawsuits
• Libel and slander
• Labor disputes
• Consumer Protection
• Contract Disputes
• Professional malpractice cases
• Torts
• Probate and Estate
• Divorce Proceedings
• Employment Discrimination

Individuals interested in accessing civil court records from Lincoln County may use the Missouri CaseNet platform to find civil cases from the county. They can also use the public terminal at the Circuit Court premises. Furthermore, they may inspect or request copies of non-confidential civil records from the court clerks.

Lincoln County Marriage Records

In Lincoln County, marriage records are official records of legally married persons in the county. The Lincoln County Recorder of Deeds maintains marriage records for the county and these records are typically accessible to the public. Furthermore, the Missouri Bureau of Vital Records under the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services maintains marriage records for all counties in Missouri. Record seekers can use the Recorder of Deeds iRecord Search platform to search for the county’s marriage records. They may also contact the Bureau of Vital Records at:

Bureau of Vital Records
930 Wildwood Drive
Jefferson City, MO 65109
Phone: (573) 751-6387

Lincoln County Divorce Records

Divorce records in Lincoln County provide information about the dissolutions of marriages in the county. The Circuit Court handles divorce cases and the registrar of Probate Court maintains divorce records for the county. Lincoln County divorce records are open to the public unless sealed by court orders. Anyone can visit the Circuit Court to view or request the county’s divorce records. Alternatively, they may obtain Lincoln County’s divorce statements containing details of the divorce from the Bureau of Vital Records.

Lincoln Birth and Death Records

Birth and death records in Lincoln County are important records detailing events of births and deaths in the county. Birth and death records can be used for planning, demographic, statistical, epidemiology, identification verification, and historical purposes. Per the Department of Health and Senior Services Rule, Division 10, Chapter 10 (19CSR 10-10), birth and death records are restricted records and may only be accessed by family members, legal representatives, and persons who can show direct tangible interest in the records. Eligible persons may apply to the Bureau of Vital Records for Lincoln County birth and death records. They will be required to submit completed copies of the Application for Missouri Vital Record - Birth/Death forms and applicable fees.

Lincoln County Probate Court Records

In Lincoln County, probate records consist of documents about wills, estates, trusts, mental commitments, and guardianships. These records are generated in the Probate Division of the county’s Circuit Court. Persons interested in obtaining the county’s probate records can contact the Probate Division of the Circuit Court. They may also use the Missouri CaseNet platform to search for the county’s probate records.

Lincoln County Property Records

Lincoln County Property records contain information about real estate in the county. The Lincoln County Recorder of Deeds is the county’s custodian of property records. Property records in Lincoln County include deeds, liens, mortgages, maps, plats, tax valuation, zoning, and property description.

Lincoln property records are public and may be accessed by anyone. Record seekers can use the iRecord Search platform to search for property records from the county. They can also view or request property records from the County Recorder of Deeds Office at:

Lincoln County Recorder
201 Main Street
Suite 203
Troy, MO 63379
Phone: (636) 528-0325

Lincoln County Court Records Online

Third-party resources like missouricourtrecords.us can provide access to Lincoln County court records. These resources allow users to use names, locations, dates, and case numbers to conduct precise searches for court records. They also often have user-friendly interfaces. However, information obtained from these sources should be verified independently as it may not be accurate or current.