Missouri DOC Offender Search
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How Do You Search for a Missouri Inmate Using MODOC Offender Search?
Missouri DOC (MODOC) Offender Search is the official public database operated by the Missouri Department of Corrections that displays custody status, facility location, projected release date, supervision status, and offense information for individuals currently incarcerated or under Missouri DOC supervision — available at doc.mo.gov, free, no registration required. MODOC is a separate system from Missouri CaseNet and shows current incarceration data, not court records.
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MODOC ≠ Missouri CaseNet — Two Separate Systems
MODOC Offender Search (doc.mo.gov) shows current incarceration and supervision status for people in Missouri DOC custody.
Missouri CaseNet (courts.mo.gov/casenet) shows court case records — charges filed, docket entries, judgments, and hearings.
A person can appear on CaseNet (court case filed) without being in MODOC (not imprisoned), and vice versa (MODOC shows inmates whose court cases may be closed on CaseNet).
MODOC Offender Search (doc.mo.gov) shows current incarceration and supervision status for people in Missouri DOC custody.
Missouri CaseNet (courts.mo.gov/casenet) shows court case records — charges filed, docket entries, judgments, and hearings.
A person can appear on CaseNet (court case filed) without being in MODOC (not imprisoned), and vice versa (MODOC shows inmates whose court cases may be closed on CaseNet).
What Is the Missouri DOC Offender Search (MODOC)?
Missouri DOC Offender Search — commonly called MODOC — is the official public records database maintained by the Missouri Department of Corrections that allows members of the public to search for individuals currently incarcerated in Missouri state prisons, held in county jails pending DOC intake, or under active DOC community supervision (parole or probation) in Missouri.
The Missouri Department of Corrections (MDOC or MODOC) operates under RSMo Chapter 217 and supervises all individuals sentenced to Missouri state correctional facilities after felony convictions in Missouri Circuit Courts. The MODOC Offender Search database covers individuals currently under DOC jurisdiction — it is not a comprehensive historical database of all persons ever incarcerated in Missouri. Historical conviction records require a separate Missouri State Highway Patrol (MSHP) background check.
🔒 Privacy note: MODOC displays public offender information as required by Missouri’s Sunshine Law (RSMo Chapter 610) and the Missouri Criminal Justice Information Act. The database does not include individuals held in county or municipal jails (who have not yet been transferred to DOC custody), federal inmates in Missouri federal facilities (use the BOP Inmate Locator at bop.gov), or individuals in juvenile facilities.
MODOC Offender Search — Entity Facts
| Attribute | Value |
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| Official operator | Missouri Department of Corrections (MDOC), under RSMo Chapter 217 |
| Official search URL | doc.mo.gov/division-adult-institutions/offender-search |
| Population covered | Individuals currently in Missouri DOC custody or under active DOC supervision (parole, probation) |
| Search inputs | Last name (required); first name, DOC number, or MODOC ID (optional) |
| Information returned | Full name, DOC number, facility or supervision district, custody status, offense(s), sentence length, projected release date |
| Real-time updates | Custody status and facility updates reflect transfers within 24–72 hours of DOC processing |
| Cost | Free — no registration required |
| Historical records | Individuals released from DOC may remain searchable for a period — MSHP background check required for comprehensive criminal history |
| VINE notification | Free victim notification registration available through VINELink (vinelink.com) |
| Federal inmates in Missouri | Not included — use Federal Bureau of Prisons Inmate Locator (bop.gov/inmateloc) |
How Do You Search the Missouri DOC Offender Database?
To search the Missouri DOC Offender database: navigate to doc.mo.gov/division-adult-institutions/offender-search, enter the subject’s last name in the Last Name field (required), optionally add the first name or DOC number to narrow results, click Search, and review the results list showing custody status, facility location, offense, and projected release date.
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Navigate to the MODOC Offender Search Go to doc.mo.gov/division-adult-institutions/offender-search. This is the only official Missouri DOC public offender search portal — third-party sites republishing MODOC data may be outdated.
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Enter the last name (required) Type the subject’s last name in the Last Name field. The search is not case-sensitive. For common surnames, adding a first name in the next step significantly reduces results.
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Add the first name (recommended) Enter the first name in the First Name field to narrow results. Leave blank to retrieve all DOC offenders with the entered last name — useful when the exact first name is uncertain.
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Enter the DOC number if known (optional) If you have the individual’s Missouri DOC number (a unique identifier assigned at DOC intake), enter it in the DOC Number field for an exact match regardless of name spelling.
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Click Search and review results The results list shows each matching individual with their DOC number, full name, facility or supervision district, and current status. Click the individual’s name or DOC number to view the full offender profile with offense details, sentence information, and projected release date.
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Cross-reference with Missouri CaseNet (optional) If you need court case details — charges as filed, sentencing hearing docket entries, or the formal judgment — use the individual’s name or Missouri case number to search Missouri CaseNet Litigant Name Search. MODOC shows DOC status; CaseNet shows the court record.
💡 Common name search tip: Searching for “Smith” in MODOC returns dozens of results. Always add the first name and, if known, the approximate birth year (visible in the full profile) to identify the correct individual among similarly-named offenders.
What Information Does the Missouri DOC Offender Search Display?
Missouri DOC Offender Search displays 8 data categories for each offender: DOC number (unique identifier), full legal name, current facility name or supervision district, custody status code, offense(s) of conviction, sentence length (minimum and maximum), projected release date or supervision end date, and county of conviction. Additional details appear in the full offender profile page.
| Data Field | What It Shows | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| DOC Number | Unique Missouri DOC identification number assigned at intake | Permanent — does not change if the individual is re-incarcerated |
| Full Legal Name | Name as entered in DOC records at sentencing | May differ from names used in CaseNet court records if a legal name change occurred post-conviction |
| Facility / Location | Name of the Missouri correctional facility or supervision district | Updates within 24–72 hours of a transfer between facilities |
| Custody Status | Current supervision category (see table below) | Active DOC, Released, Paroled, Probation, Escaped, Deceased |
| Offense(s) | The statutory offense(s) for which the sentence was imposed | Reflects sentencing offense — not all charges filed (use CaseNet for the full charging document) |
| Sentence Length | Minimum and maximum sentence imposed by the sentencing judge | Subject to parole board decisions and earned time credits under RSMo §217.690 |
| Projected Release Date | Estimated release from DOC supervision based on current sentence and earned time | May change based on disciplinary actions, earned time credits, or parole board decisions |
| County of Conviction | Missouri county where the sentencing court was located | Use this county to search CaseNet for the court case record |
Missouri DOC Custody Status Codes — Definitions
🔵 Active Incarceration
The individual is currently housed in a Missouri DOC-operated correctional facility serving their sentence. The specific facility name and address appear in the offender profile.
🟡 On Parole
The individual was released from prison before the end of their sentence under the supervision of a Missouri Board of Probation and Parole (MBPP) parole officer. Conditions of parole apply.
🟡 On Probation
The individual received a suspended sentence and is under supervised probation through Missouri DOC without having served time in a state prison. Probation conditions apply.
🟢 Discharged / Released
The individual completed their sentence or supervision period and is no longer under Missouri DOC jurisdiction. Release from DOC does not expunge or seal the court record in CaseNet.
🔴 Escaped / Absconder
The individual has escaped from DOC custody or absconded (fled) from supervision. Contact local law enforcement — do not attempt to apprehend or approach an escaped or absconder status offender.
⚫ Deceased
The individual died while under Missouri DOC custody or supervision. MODOC retains the record for public access purposes as a matter of public record under Missouri’s Sunshine Law.
How Does MODOC Offender Search Compare to CaseNet, VINE, and MSHP?
Missouri has 4 distinct public records systems for criminal justice information: MODOC Offender Search (DOC custody status), Missouri CaseNet (court case records), VINELink (victim notification and custody status alerts), and Missouri State Highway Patrol Criminal Records (complete criminal history/RAP sheet). Each system serves a different purpose and population — they are complementary, not interchangeable.
MODOC — Missouri DOC Offender Search
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Operator | Missouri Department of Corrections (MDOC) |
| URL | doc.mo.gov/division-adult-institutions/offender-search |
| Shows | Current custody status, facility location, offense, sentence, projected release date for Missouri DOC offenders |
| Does NOT show | Court case docket entries, charges as filed, pending cases, federal inmates, county jail inmates, individuals never sentenced to DOC |
| Cost | Free — no registration |
| Best use | Confirming current incarceration status and location of a Missouri state prison inmate |
Missouri CaseNet — Court Records
| Attribute | Value |
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| Operator | Office of State Courts Administrator (OSCA), Missouri Judicial Branch |
| URL | courts.mo.gov/casenet |
| Shows | Court case records — charges filed, docket entries, hearings, judgments, sentences entered by the court, litigant names, attorneys |
| Does NOT show | Current DOC facility location, parole status, post-release supervision, DOC disciplinary records |
| Cost | Free — no registration for all 5 search methods |
| Best use | Reviewing criminal charges, court proceedings, judgments, and case outcomes for Missouri state court cases |
VINELink — Victim Notification System
| Attribute | Value |
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| Operator | Appriss Safety — contracted by Missouri DOC |
| URL | vinelink.com (Missouri VINE) |
| Phone | 1-888-836-6300 (24/7 automated) |
| Shows | Offender custody status (similar to MODOC) with ability to register for automated alerts when status changes — release, transfer, escape |
| Unique feature | Automated notification by phone, email, or text when an offender’s status changes — critical for victim safety planning |
| Who uses it | Crime victims, victim advocates, families of victims, protective order holders, law enforcement |
| Cost | Free — registration required for notification service (optional for lookup only) |
| Best use | Crime victims who need advance notice of an offender’s release, transfer, or escape from Missouri DOC custody |
🔔 VINE registration: To register for victim notifications, visit vinelink.com, search for the offender, and click “Register for Notifications.” You will receive a Personal Identification Number (PIN) to confirm your registration. Missouri law (RSMo §217.841) requires the DOC to notify registered victims of offender releases and escapes through the VINE system.
Missouri State Highway Patrol — Criminal History Records
| Attribute | Value |
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| Operator | Missouri State Highway Patrol (MSHP) Criminal Records & Identification Division |
| URL | mshp.dps.mo.gov/MSHPWeb/PatrolDivisions/CRID/CRID.html |
| Shows | Complete Missouri criminal history — RAP sheet listing all arrests, charges, dispositions, and sentences across all Missouri courts and law enforcement agencies dating to the 1970s |
| Does NOT show | Federal criminal history (requires FBI fingerprint check), expunged records (successfully expunged under RSMo §610.140) |
| Cost | $14 per individual name search (credit card accepted online) |
| Turnaround | Typically 1–3 business days for online requests |
| Who can request | Any member of the public for their own record; employers/licensors with a permissible purpose; law enforcement (full access) |
| Best use | Complete employment background checks, firearm eligibility verification, professional licensing, comprehensive criminal history research |
Missouri Criminal Justice Records — Side-by-Side Comparison
| Need | Use This System | URL / Access | Cost |
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| Current Missouri prison location | MODOC Offender Search | doc.mo.gov | Free |
| Missouri court case charges/history | Missouri CaseNet | courts.mo.gov/casenet | Free |
| Notification when inmate is released | VINELink (VINE) | vinelink.com | Free |
| Complete criminal history (RAP sheet) | Missouri State Highway Patrol | mshp.dps.mo.gov | $14 |
| Federal inmate in Missouri | Federal Bureau of Prisons | bop.gov/inmateloc | Free |
| Parole hearing dates | Missouri Board of Probation & Parole | probation.mo.gov | Free |
| Sex offender registry check | Missouri State Highway Patrol SOR | mshp.dps.mo.gov/sor | Free |
What Are the Missouri DOC Correctional Facilities?
Missouri DOC operates 21 correctional facilities across the state — including maximum, medium, and minimum security prisons, women’s facilities, geriatric centers, and treatment centers — plus 3 reentry centers and numerous community supervision offices. The MODOC Offender Search identifies which facility a specific inmate is housed in.
Missouri Maximum Security Correctional Centers
| Facility | Location | Notes |
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| Potosi Correctional Center (PCC) | Mineral Point, Washington County | Missouri’s death row facility. Houses most serious violent offenders. Executions carried out by lethal injection under RSMo §546.720. |
| Missouri State Penitentiary | Jefferson City (historic) | Closed in 2004 — now a museum. Replaced by Jefferson City Correctional Center. |
| Jefferson City Correctional Center (JCCC) | Jefferson City, Cole County | High-security facility for long-term and violent offenders. One of Missouri’s largest prisons by population. |
| Crossroads Correctional Center (CCC) | Cameron, Clinton County | Medium-to-maximum security. Operated by Corrections Corporation of America under state contract. |
Missouri Medium Security Correctional Centers
| Facility | Location | Notes |
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| Boonville Correctional Center (BCC) | Boonville, Cooper County | Medium security. Vocational and educational programming emphasis. |
| Farmington Correctional Center (FCC) | Farmington, St. Francois County | Medium security with mental health treatment unit. |
| Fulton Reception & Diagnostic Center (FRDC) | Fulton, Callaway County | Receives and classifies newly sentenced DOC offenders before permanent facility assignment. |
| Moberly Correctional Center (MCC) | Moberly, Randolph County | Medium security. Strong job training and GED programs. |
| Northeast Correctional Center (NECC) | Bowling Green, Pike County | Medium security. Notable horticultural and vocational programs. |
| Ozark Correctional Center (OCC) | Fordland, Webster County | Medium security. Substance abuse treatment specialization. |
| Southeast Correctional Center (SECC) | Charleston, Mississippi County | Medium security. Agricultural work programs. |
| Western Missouri Correctional Center (WMCC) | Cameron, Clinton County | Medium security facility in northwest Missouri. |
Missouri Minimum Security & Reentry Facilities
| Facility | Location | Notes |
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| Algoa Correctional Center (ACC) | Jefferson City, Cole County | Minimum security. Work release programming and pre-release preparation. |
| Tipton Correctional Center (TCC) | Tipton, Moniteau County | Minimum security. Parole preparatory programming. |
| Callaway Community Corrections Center | Fulton, Callaway County | Community reentry center. Prepares offenders for release to community supervision. |
| Transition Centers (multiple) | Kansas City, St. Louis, Springfield | Pre-release residential facilities for offenders within 6–12 months of projected release date. |
Missouri Women’s Correctional Facilities
| Facility | Location | Notes |
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| Chillicothe Correctional Center (CCC) | Chillicothe, Livingston County | Missouri’s primary women’s prison. Houses all security levels for female offenders. Parenting programs and nursery unit for qualifying mothers. |
| Women’s Eastern Reception, Diagnostic & Correctional Center (WERDCC) | Vandalia, Audrain County | Reception and classification facility for newly sentenced female offenders in eastern Missouri. |
| Renz Correctional Center | Cedar City, Callaway County | Minimum security women’s facility. Agricultural and community service work programs. |
How Do Crime Victims Register for Missouri VINE Inmate Release Notification?
Missouri crime victims register for VINE (Victim Information and Notification Everyday) notifications at vinelink.com or by calling 1-888-836-6300 — free, 24 hours a day. After entering the offender’s DOC number and the victim’s contact preferences (phone, email, or text), VINELink automatically calls, emails, or texts the victim when the offender’s custody status changes — including release, transfer, or escape.
- Find the offender’s DOC number in MODOCSearch doc.mo.gov to find the offender’s Missouri DOC number — a unique identifier required for VINE registration. The DOC number appears prominently in the offender profile.
- Go to VINELink or call 1-888-836-6300Navigate to vinelink.com, select Missouri, and search by the offender’s DOC number. Alternatively, call 1-888-836-6300 from any phone to register through the automated system — no internet access required.
- Select notification preferencesChoose how you want to be notified: telephone call (recommended for urgent safety situations), email, or text/SMS message. You may register multiple contact methods for the same offender.
- Create a PIN numberChoose a 4-digit Personal Identification Number (PIN) to secure your registration. You will be asked to enter this PIN when VINE calls to deliver a notification — this prevents automated calls from bypassing your security.
- Confirm your registrationVINELink sends a test notification to confirm your contact information is working. Save the VINELink confirmation number for your records. Registration does not expire — notifications continue automatically until you cancel.
📞 24/7 VINE Hotline: 1-888-836-6300 — available in English and Spanish, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Missouri law (RSMo §217.841) requires the DOC to notify registered victims of an offender’s release or escape. VINE registration fulfills this notification pathway automatically.
What Does the Missouri DOC Offender Search Not Show?
Missouri MODOC Offender Search does not display 6 categories of information: county jail inmates (not yet transferred to DOC), federal inmates in Missouri federal prisons, juvenile offenders in Missouri Division of Youth Services (DYS) custody, DOC disciplinary records and internal incident reports, parole board hearing dates and decisions, and individuals who completed their sentence and were fully discharged before DOC began maintaining the public database.
| Information Not in MODOC | Where to Find It |
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| County jail inmates (pre-DOC transfer) | Contact the specific county jail or sheriff’s office directly |
| Federal inmates in Missouri (FCI Forrest City, USP Leavenworth) | Federal Bureau of Prisons Inmate Locator: bop.gov/inmateloc |
| Juvenile offenders in DYS custody | Missouri Division of Youth Services (DYS) — restricted access |
| DOC disciplinary incidents / conduct records | Missouri Sunshine Law request to MDOC — subject to applicable exemptions |
| Parole board hearing dates and decisions | Missouri Board of Probation & Parole: probation.mo.gov |
| Complete criminal history / RAP sheet | Missouri State Highway Patrol Criminal Records: mshp.dps.mo.gov — $14 fee |
| Sex offender registry information | Missouri Sex Offender Registry: mshp.dps.mo.gov/sor — free |
| Court case charges and docket entries | Missouri CaseNet: courts.mo.gov/casenet — free |
Frequently Asked Questions — Missouri DOC Inmate Search
The 8 most common questions about Missouri DOC inmate search cover the difference between MODOC and CaseNet, how to register for VINE notifications, what MODOC shows for parolees, what to do when a person is not found in MODOC, how often the database updates, federal inmate search alternatives, locating inmates in Missouri county jails, and what the projected release date means.
What is the difference between MODOC Offender Search and Missouri CaseNet?
MODOC Offender Search (doc.mo.gov) shows the current incarceration and supervision status of individuals in Missouri Department of Corrections custody — facility location, offense of conviction, sentence length, and projected release date. Missouri CaseNet (courts.mo.gov/casenet) shows court case records — criminal charges as filed by prosecutors, docket entries, hearings, sentencing orders, and formal court judgments. A person can appear on CaseNet (criminal case filed) without being in MODOC (charges dismissed, acquitted, sentenced to county jail, or on probation without DOC commitment). Run both searches for a complete picture.
Why doesn’t a person appear in the Missouri DOC Offender Search?
A person may not appear in MODOC for 6 reasons: (1) they were sentenced to county jail time only — not DOC — for a misdemeanor or lower felony, (2) they received a suspended imposition of sentence (SIS) or suspended execution of sentence (SES) with probation, meaning no prison time was imposed, (3) their charges were dismissed or they were acquitted, (4) they are incarcerated in a federal prison or a private facility not contracted to Missouri DOC, (5) they are in a Missouri county jail awaiting trial and have not yet been sentenced to DOC, or (6) they completed their DOC sentence before the public database was established. Use Missouri CaseNet Litigant Name Search to check whether charges were filed and how the case was resolved.
Does the Missouri DOC Offender Search show parolees?
Yes. The Missouri DOC Offender Search includes individuals currently on parole under the supervision of a Missouri Board of Probation and Parole (MBPP) officer. Their custody status appears as “Parole” with the supervision district listed in place of a prison facility name. The individual’s general supervision region (e.g., Kansas City Parole Region, St. Louis Parole Region) appears — not their home address, which is not a public record. Parolees remain under DOC jurisdiction until their full discharge date and are subject to conditions set by the parole board.
How often does Missouri MODOC update inmate custody status?
Missouri MODOC updates custody status data within 24 to 72 hours of a change in an offender’s status — including transfers between facilities, releases to parole, discharges, and deaths. The database does not update in real time. For time-sensitive information — such as confirming that an inmate was released today — register for VINE notifications at vinelink.com or call 1-888-836-6300 for the most current status. The VINE system receives data feeds from the DOC more frequently than the public-facing website and delivers notifications within hours of a status change.
How do I find a federal inmate in a Missouri federal prison?
Federal inmates — individuals convicted of federal crimes and sentenced to federal prison — are not in the Missouri DOC system. Missouri has 2 federal prisons: FCI Forrest City (Arkansas, near Missouri border) and USP Leavenworth (Kansas). Use the Federal Bureau of Prisons Inmate Locator at bop.gov/inmateloc to search for federal inmates by name or BOP Register Number. Federal inmate records are entirely separate from Missouri CaseNet and MODOC — federal court records require PACER (pacer.gov).
How do I find someone being held in a Missouri county jail?
Missouri county jail inmates — individuals held pre-trial, awaiting sentencing, or serving county jail sentences — are not in the MODOC database. MODOC covers only DOC-sentenced prison inmates and parolees. To locate a county jail inmate, contact the county sheriff’s office in the county where the arrest occurred. Most Missouri county sheriff’s offices operate public online inmate lookup portals — search “[county name] Missouri sheriff inmate roster” to find the specific county’s system. For the St. Louis City jail (the City Justice Center), contact the St. Louis City Sheriff’s Office directly.
What does the MODOC projected release date mean?
The projected release date in Missouri MODOC is the estimated date the individual will be released from DOC supervision under their current sentence — accounting for the statutory sentence imposed by the court, earned time credits (awarded for good behavior and program participation under RSMo §217.690), and any mandatory minimum requirements. The projected release date is not guaranteed — it can move earlier (additional earned time credits, parole approval) or later (disciplinary actions reducing earned time, parole denials, new sentences for new crimes committed in prison). It does not account for future parole board decisions, which are made periodically and are not reflected in the MODOC projected release date until a decision is entered.
What is a Missouri Suspended Imposition of Sentence (SIS) and why does it not appear in MODOC?
A Suspended Imposition of Sentence (SIS) under RSMo §557.011 is a probationary sentence in Missouri where the court accepts a guilty plea or finding but does not formally impose a sentence — instead placing the defendant on probation. If the defendant successfully completes probation, the case may be dismissed and the conviction may not appear on a standard criminal history. Because no sentence is imposed, no DOC prison commitment is made — the person remains in the community under probation supervision and does not appear in MODOC. If the person violates probation and the SIS is revoked, the court then imposes a sentence, which may result in a DOC commitment and a MODOC entry.