Criminal & Traffic Court
The Criminal and Traffic Division of the Circuit Clerk’s Office handles cases involving criminal charges, traffic violations, and ordinance offenses. The Clerk’s Office is responsible for maintaining official court records, collecting fines and court costs, and assisting with procedural filings and court scheduling.
Criminal & Traffic Supervisor – Allyson Bice
Division I – Circuit Criminal
Division III – Associate Criminal & Traffic
(417) 256-3741
Please be advised that this Court and the Clerk’s Office are prohibited by law from responding to requests for legal advice.
You will need to direct your requests to a licensed attorney. Learn More.
Criminal & Traffic Info
The Criminal Division maintains records for misdemeanor cases, preliminary felony filings, and traffic violations.
Payments
Fines and court costs may be paid:
In person at the Clerk’s Office
By mail
Online through Missouri Courts Pay by Web
To view case information or court dates, visit Missouri’s case information system at:
Missouri Courts (Case.net)
Bonds
Bond payments must be made according to court order. Accepted payment methods may vary. Contact the Clerk’s Office for bond procedures and refund information.
(417) 256-3741
Forms & Resources
Click on the underlined links to download.
Case Information
To view case information or court dates, visit Missouri’s case information system at:
Missouri Courts (Case.net)
Online Payment
Pay your traffic ticket or criminal case fees online here. Or visit Courts.mo.gov and locate Pay by Web.
Confidential Information Handout
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DISCLAIMER: These examples are for illustration only and are not a comprehensive list. There is no exhaustive list of all information that may be confidential under state or federal law. For help, you may want to consult with an attorney.
Court Forms
You can find forms for criminal and traffic court, as well as all other court forms here.
Records Request Forms
Records request forms are available to download and complete here. After completion, forms may be submitted by mail or via email to hwl.recordsrequest@courts.mo.gov. Processing times and applicable fees may apply.
Records Request | Transcript Request| CD Audio Recording Request
Court Fees
Court fees are the standard costs required to file, process, or manage a case through the court system. A court fee schedule is a list outlining those fees based on the type of case or service requested.
Local Court Rules
Local Court Rules define the procedures and requirements for filing and managing cases within this circuit. Parties are encouraged to review these rules before filing to ensure compliance with court standards.