Lincoln County Arrest Records

In Lincoln County, Missouri, arrests are defined as the restraint of individuals by law enforcement officers or their submission into custody. Peace officers typically make arrests when they witness someone violating state or local laws or have warrants to execute arrests. Additionally, peace officers may arrest individuals if they have reasonable grounds to believe they committed a crime. Records generated from arrests within the county are known as arrest records.

The Lincoln County Sheriff's Office can lawfully apprehend individuals suspected of committing crimes and detain them at the county jail. Information regarding arrest incidents in Lincoln County is contained in arrest records generated by the Sheriff's Office and local police departments. Such information may also be found in Lincoln County court records.

Are Arrest Records Public in Lincoln County?

Yes, arrest records are public in Lincoln County and subject to inspection by anyone unless otherwise stated by state laws. The Missouri Sunshine Law permits members of the public to access Lincoln County arrest records in the custody of local and state government agencies.

However, certain arrest-related information and records are confidential and exempt from public disclosure under Section 610.120 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri. These records or information include the following:

• Juvenile records
• Names and dates of birth of minors
• Expunged/sealed arrest information
• Personal identification information, including state identification and social security numbers
• Personal information of victims and witnesses
• Identity of victims of sexual offenses

In Lincoln County, confidential records may only be accessed by subjects of the records and persons authorized by court orders. However, certain government agencies, including criminal justice and law enforcement agencies, may access these records if necessary.

What Do Public Arrest Records Contain?

Public arrest records in Lincoln County contain the following information:

• Full name of arrestees
• Charges
• Mug shot
• Arrest/booking date and time
• Arresting agency
• Bond type
• Bond amount

Lincoln County Arrest Statistics

Per arrest data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program, the Sheriff’s Office in Lincoln County reported 310 total arrests throughout the 2023 calendar year. About 70% (218) of the arrestees were male, while 30% (92) were female. Additionally, law enforcement officers made 76 arrests for simple assault, 21 DUI arrests, and 38 arrests for drug offenses. The county jail recorded an average of 221 bookings monthly.

Find Lincoln County Arrest Records

Generally, interested persons may access arrest-related information in Lincoln County in inmate records maintained at the county, state, or federal level. Arrest records may contain details of the arrestees, booking details, and the alleged offenses.

Interested individuals may access Lincoln County arrest records by checking the weekly Arrest Reports on the Sheriff’s Office website. Additionally, the LCSO JailTracker portal allows users to find information about current inmates held at the county jail. Users may search for inmates by inputting their first and last names to see corresponding arrest and incarceration details.

At the state level, the Missouri Department Of Corrections (MODOC) provides access to inmate details on its Offender Search portal. Users may search for inmates using their name or DOC ID number.

Furthermore, the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) maintains an inmate locator search tool that enables the public to look up arrest information on inmates released or in the BOP’s custody from 1982 to date. Interested persons may enter the inmate’s name or prison ID number in the corresponding tabs on the search tool. Search results for the name criteria may be narrowed further by entering the inmate’s age and choosing the sex and gender from the dropdown box.

Free Arrest Record Search in Lincoln County

To perform arrest record searches in Lincoln County for free, interested individuals may use the following official resources:

• Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office Weekly Arrest Reports
• LCSO JailTracker Portal
• MODOC Offender Search Tool
• Federal Bureau of Prisons Inmate Locator

Additionally, some third-party sites offer free arrest record searches in Lincoln County. Users may use the available search criteria on these sites to access public arrest-related information or documents in Lincoln County. However, third-party resources are independent of government agencies and do not serve as official Lincoln County arrest records repositories.

Lincoln County Arrest Records Vs. Criminal Records

In Lincoln County, the key difference between arrest and criminal records is arrest records information is based solely on arrest incidents, while criminal records are more comprehensive. Unlike arrest records, criminal records contain individuals’ entire criminal history, encompassing convictions, sentences, and details of ensuing legal proceedings.

How Long Do Arrests Stay on Your Record?

In Lincoln County, a record of arrest will remain on a person's record indefinitely unless the necessary steps are taken to expunge or seal them.

Expunge Lincoln County Arrest Records

Arrestees eligible under state laws may petition the court and law enforcement agencies to expunge arrest records in their custody. Under Section 610.122, RSMo, Lincoln County arrest records may be destroyed under any of the following conditions:

• The court determines that the arrest was based on false information, and the following conditions are met:

1. There was no probable cause to believe that the arrestee was guilty
2. No criminal charges were filed against the arrestee
3. The arrestee did not receive a suspended sentence
4. Absence of any pending civil lawsuits related to the arrest or records to be expunged

Under this law, individuals may also petition to expunge arrest records for motor-vehicle misdemeanors or moving violations if:

• It is not a traffic offense involving intoxication
• The criminal charge resulting in the arrest was withdrawn or dismissed
• The court did not find the accused guilty of the offense
• The arrestee was not driving a commercial vehicle when arrested and is not a commercial driver's license holder
• There is no pending civil suit resulting from the arrest or related to the records

Qualified persons may apply to expunge arrest records by submitting a completed Petition for Expungement of Arrest Records Form (CR 145) to the Lincoln County Circuit Court.

Under Section 610.140, RSMo, the court may also expunge the arrests of anyone charged or found guilty of any crimes upon petition. However, arrests related to the following crimes are ineligible for expungement under the provisions of this law:

• Class A felony offenses, such as treason, first-degree murder, and first-degree arson
• Dangerous felonies as defined under Section 556.061, RSMo
• Any crime requiring registration as a sex offender
• Felonies aggravated by death
• Assault felony, domestic assault misdemeanor or felony, and kidnapping felony
• Any intoxication-related traffic or boating offense, or any offense of operating an aircraft with an excessive blood alcohol content or while in an intoxicated condition;
• Offenses involving intoxication while operating a motor vehicle, boat, or aircraft

To be eligible for expungement of arrests in Lincoln County under this section, the following criteria must be met:

• The designated time has elapsed (at least three years for a felony or one year for a misdemeanor or infraction)
• No other misdemeanor or felony convictions during the specified period
• All obligations relating to any disposition for the offense resulting in the arrest have been fulfilled
• No pending charges
• The petitioner does not pose a threat to public safety
• The expungement aligns with public welfare and the interest of justice

To expunge arrests in Lincoln County under Section 610.140, submit a completed CR 360 Petition for Expungement form to the Circuit Court in the county.

Lincoln County Arrest Warrants

In Lincoln County, arrest warrants serve as legal documents that authorize peace officers to apprehend individuals and take them into custody. A judge must issue and sign the document for an arrest warrant to be valid. Additionally, to obtain a warrant, a signed affidavit is required. This affidavit must show probable cause that an offense was committed and that the individual named in the warrant is responsible.

Lincoln County arrest warrants may contain the following details:

• The name of the individual to be apprehended
• Physical descriptions of the alleged offender
• Date of issuance
• Conditions for release, if applicable
• Last known address of the alleged offender
• Date of birth

Do Lincoln County Arrest Warrants Expire?

No, Lincoln County arrest warrants do not expire. Generally, arrest warrants issued in the county will remain valid until executed by peace officers or recalled by the court.