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Lawrence County Public Records & Jail Directory

Independent public records directory for Lawrence County, Missouri (County Seat: Mount Vernon, Population: 38,872). Access verified county jail custody rosters, bail schedules, commissary procedures, and official sheriff facility contacts.

Jurisdiction Status
Custody Status 86 active inmates
State Jurisdiction MO
County Population
38,872
Census estimate
Current Jail Roster
86
Active detainees in facility
County Seat
Mount Vernon
Primary administrative center
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Search Lawrence County current custody rosters, recent bookings, criminal charges, and bail bond amounts.

Facility: Lawrence County Jail
Location: 1525 Missouri Drive, Mt. Vernon, MO 65712
Phone: (417) 466-2131
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Lawrence County Jail

Physical detention facility operations, detainee account funding, visitation rules, and mail guidelines for Lawrence County.

Facility Inquiries: Call booking desk at (417) 466-2131 for current visitation and mail delivery requirements.
Custody Statistics

Lawrence County Custody Profile & Booking Trends

Active custody statistics, recent booking patterns, and top charges for Lawrence County.

Active Custody Snapshot
Aggregated from 86 verified records
Recent Bookings (7d)
7
20 in 30 days
Common Booking Day
Wednesday
21.7% of active sample
Leading Charge
Possession Of Controlled Substance
12 cases on docket
Median Security Bond
$10,000
Cash / surety schedule

The Lawrence County Adult Detention Facility in Missouri currently reports an active holding census of 70 detainees. Active custody sample indicators show that 7 individuals were booked within the past 7 days, contributing to 20 active records with booking dates within the trailing 30-day window. Among currently listed records with published booking dates, Wednesday represents the most common booking weekday, accounting for 15 records (21.7%) in the active sample.

The primary charges and statutory offenses currently represented on the active docket are led by Possession Of Controlled Substance (12 cases), 2Nd Degree (9 cases), and Motor Vehicle/Watercraft/Aircraft (7 cases). Under state legal standards, all cited offenses represent pending allegations; every individual detained in Lawrence County retains the constitutional presumption of innocence until formal adjudication in district or circuit court. For records with published bail requirements, the median surety or cash bond is set at $10,000 (with maximum individual security reaching $1,000,000). The earliest continuous admission among the current custody roster dates back to February 05, 2025, illustrating the presence of both pre-trial detainees and longer-term sentenced stays.

Frequent Statutes: Possession Of Controlled Substance 12 2Nd Degree 9 Motor Vehicle/Watercraft/Aircraft 7 Armed Criminal Action 6
Agency Directory

Lawrence County Law Enforcement & Courthouse Directory

Verified contact information and physical office addresses for local county authorities.

Sheriff Department

Brad A. DeLay

Headquarters: 1525 Missouri Drive, Mt. Vernon, MO 65712
Phone: (417) 466-2131
Detention Center

Lawrence County Jail

Address: 1525 Missouri Drive, Mt. Vernon, MO 65712
Booking Line: (417) 466-2131
Trust / Commissary: Tiger Correctional Services
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Custody information is synchronized from official public sheriff records. In accordance with the US Constitution, all arrestees are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. To submit court-ordered expungements, dismissals, or report a data discrepancy, access our free compliance desk.

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Answers

Lawrence County Custody & Records FAQ

Direct answers regarding Lawrence County inmate searches, detention facilities, and bail procedures.

How many inmates are currently detained in Lawrence County?

According to verified public custody records as of the most recent verification on Oct 17, 2026, there are 86 individuals listed in Lawrence County custody. Of these active records, 20 individuals have recorded booking dates within the trailing 30-day monitoring window.

What is the main jail facility in Lawrence County and how can I contact them?

The primary detention facility is Lawrence County Jail, located at 1525 Missouri Drive, Mt. Vernon, MO 65712. For booking verification, housing inquiries, or visitation scheduling, the facility desk can be reached at (417) 466-2131.

How do bail and bond postings work in Lawrence County?

Bail is established according to the local judicial schedule or determined by a judge during initial court appearances. Active records in Lawrence County reflect a median security bond of $10,000. Bail can typically be posted in cash at the facility bonding window or through state-licensed surety bail bond agents.

How frequently is the Lawrence County custody roster updated?

Custody records for Lawrence County are scheduled for automated daily synchronization from official public sheriff booking portals. The exact verification timestamp for Lawrence County is displayed on the roster to ensure full data transparency.

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