Missouri DUI Records
Missouri DUI records are kept by Circuit Courts, the Department of Revenue, and law enforcement agencies across the state. These records track DWI arrests, court cases, license actions, and case outcomes in all 114 counties plus the City of St. Louis. You can search Missouri DUI records through the Case.net court portal, request driver records from the Department of Revenue, or visit your local Circuit Clerk office. Each county court keeps its own DUI case files, while the state maintains a central driver record system that shows all DWI-related points, suspensions, and revocations tied to a Missouri license.
Missouri DUI Records Quick Facts
Where to Find Missouri DUI Records
Missouri DUI records come from several sources. Circuit Court Clerks in each county keep the full case files for every DWI charge filed in their court. These files hold the complaint, plea, motions, and final judgment. The Circuit Clerk stores them at the courthouse and can give you copies when you ask. Some records go back to the 1980s, though online access through Case.net varies by county. You can visit the clerk office in person or search many DUI records through the Missouri Case.net portal.
The Missouri Department of Revenue keeps a separate set of DUI records on every driver. Your Missouri driver record shows all DWI-related points, suspensions, and revocations tied to your license. A driver record costs $2.82 and you can get one online at mydmv2.mo.gov or in person at any license office. These records are governed by the federal Driver Privacy Protection Act, so access to personal details like name and address requires either consent or a valid exemption under the DPPA.
The Missouri State Highway Patrol Criminal Records Division serves as the central repository for criminal history in the state. Under RSMo 43.500, the Highway Patrol compiles and maintains criminal records including DUI arrests and convictions. You can run a name-based search through MACHS for $15 or get a fingerprint-based check for $20 plus a processing fee.
Note: DUI records from federal courts, expunged cases, and juvenile matters are not available through these state systems.
How to Search DUI Records in Missouri
Missouri Case.net is the main tool for searching DUI records online. The Missouri Judiciary runs this system through the Office of State Courts Administrator. It covers all Circuit Courts in the state. You can search by name, case number, or filing date. The system is free for basic searches. It shows docket entries, charges, hearing dates, and case outcomes for DWI cases across Missouri.
To look up DUI records on Case.net, you need the full name of the person and the county where the case was filed. Having an approximate date or year helps narrow results. The system holds over 45 million case records going back to the 1980s in many counties. It covers criminal cases, traffic violations, and municipal ordinance cases. Case.net is generally available Monday through Friday from 6 AM to 1 AM Central Time, though maintenance can affect access on occasion.
You can also search DUI records in person at any Circuit Clerk office. Visit the courthouse in the county where the arrest happened. Court staff can help find the case and make copies. Most clerks charge a per-page fee. Certified copies cost more. Call the clerk first to check what you need to bring. For DUI-related driving records, you can request them from the Department of Revenue Driver License Record Center at 301 West High Street, Room 470, Jefferson City, MO 65101 or by email at dlrecords@dor.mo.gov.
Missouri DUI Laws and DUI Records
Missouri law uses the term DWI (driving while intoxicated) rather than DUI, though the terms are used the same way in practice. Chapter 577 of the Missouri Revised Statutes sets out the state's DWI laws. Section 577.010 makes it a crime to drive while intoxicated. A first offense is a Class B misdemeanor with a fine up to $1,000 and up to six months in jail. Section 577.012 covers driving with excessive blood alcohol content of .08% or higher.
DUI records in Missouri are shaped by two separate legal tracks. The criminal side handles the court case and produces records like the complaint, docket, and judgment. The administrative side deals with your license. If you are arrested with a BAC of .08% or higher, the Department of Revenue takes action on your license separately from whatever happens in court. Even if the criminal charge gets reduced or dropped, the administrative suspension can still stand. Sections 302.060, 302.302, 577.010, and 577.012 RSMo all work together to govern how DUI arrests affect both court records and driving records in Missouri.
When an officer makes a DWI arrest in Missouri, several documents are created right away. The officer fills out an Alcohol Influence Report (AIR form), a Missouri Uniform Complaint and Summons, a Notice of Suspension or Revocation on Form 2385, and a temporary 15-day driving permit. The officer also takes the driver's license. These forms start both the criminal case record and the administrative license record. You have 15 days from the arrest to request an administrative hearing if you want to contest the license action.
Missouri's implied consent law under Sections 302.574 and 577.041 RSMo says that if you refuse a chemical test, your license gets revoked for one year. That refusal also shows up on your DUI records. Under Section 577.020, the fact that you refused can be used against you in court as well.
DUI Record Penalties in Missouri
The penalty for a Missouri DUI depends on how many prior offenses show up in your DUI records. A first-time DWI conviction leads to a 90-day license suspension. You may be able to get a Restricted Driving Privilege during that time. A second DWI conviction normally results in a one-year revocation. If the second offense falls within five years of the first, you face a five-year license denial.
Third or subsequent DUI convictions bring a 10-year license denial. Section 577.023 RSMo defines categories of repeat offenders. An aggravated offender has two DWI-related offenses. A chronic offender has three. A persistent offender has been found guilty of two or more intoxication-related traffic offenses. Each level brings tougher penalties that get recorded in your Missouri DUI records.
Section 577.600 RSMo covers ignition interlock device requirements. If you have more than one alcohol-related enforcement contact and the court grants you limited driving privileges, you must install an interlock device. That requirement also becomes part of your DUI records. SR-22 insurance is required for limited driving privileges granted by a DWI court. The Department of Revenue license reinstatement page has details on what you need to get your license back after a DWI suspension or revocation.
Missouri DUI Records for Drivers Under 21
Missouri has strict rules for underage drivers. The Abuse and Lose law sets the BAC limit at .02% for anyone under 21. That is far below the .08% limit for adults. A first offense can lead to a 90-day license suspension. A second offense means a one-year revocation. Two points go on the driver record for a Minor in Possession traffic conviction.
The Minor in Possession withdrawal penalties add up fast. A first MIP withdrawal is a 30-day suspension. The second is 90 days. The third brings a full one-year revocation. These penalties apply to alcohol-related traffic offenses, possession or use of alcohol while driving, possession or use of drugs, and even license alteration. All of these actions create DUI records that stay on a young driver's record. Sections 302.500 through 302.540 RSMo govern these underage provisions.
Expunging DUI Records in Missouri
Section 610.130 RSMo allows expungement of a first-time misdemeanor DWI conviction. You must wait three years after completing your sentence before you can file the petition. This is a specific provision that applies only to first-offense misdemeanor DWI cases. Once expunged, the DUI record is sealed from public view.
Missouri's general expungement law in Section 610.140 RSMo covers most other criminal records. It took effect January 1, 2025. Under this law, you can expunge up to one felony and two misdemeanors in your lifetime. Misdemeanors require a one-year clean period after sentence completion. Felonies require three years. But most intoxication-related traffic offenses beyond the first misdemeanor DWI are not eligible for expungement. Class A felonies, dangerous felonies, and sex offenses are also excluded.
If you file for expungement of a DUI record involving a motor vehicle, you must serve the Missouri Department of Revenue as a respondent. Arrest expungement (when there was no probable cause) falls under Section 610.122. Marijuana offense expungement has its own process under Article XIV, Section 2 of the Missouri Constitution.
Note: Expungement of DUI records does not happen automatically in Missouri. You must file a petition with the court.
Are DUI Records Public in Missouri
Yes. DUI records are public in Missouri. The Missouri Sunshine Law in Chapter 610 RSMo gives the public the right to inspect and copy government records. This covers DUI case files at the courts. You do not need to be a party to the case. You do not need to give a reason for your request.
There are some limits. Law enforcement records have special rules. Incident and arrest reports are generally open. But investigative reports stay closed until the investigation becomes inactive. Under Missouri Revised Statute 610.100, investigative files are closed records. Social Security numbers, financial account numbers, and some personal identifiers get redacted from public copies. Juvenile DUI records are sealed by law. Expunged DUI records are also not available to the public.
The custodian of records must respond to your request within three business days. They can provide the records, tell you the records are closed and cite the legal reason, or explain a delay and give an estimate of when records will be ready. Under Section 610.026 RSMo, agencies can charge up to 10 cents per page for copies and a reasonable fee for search time. The Attorney General's office has a sample request form on their website to help you make Sunshine Law requests for DUI records.
Missouri DUI Records and Corrections Data
The Missouri Department of Corrections offender search lets you look up people who are incarcerated or under supervision for DUI-related offenses. You need both a first and last name to search. Results show the DOC ID, name, date of birth, race, height, weight, and gender. The system covers all offenders currently in prison or on probation and parole.
The Department of Corrections also makes a public data file available under the Sunshine Law. This compressed file contains records for all offenders under supervision, with data going back to 1974. Each record shows the charges associated with an offender's current supervision. One person can have multiple records if they face multiple charges. The department updates this file nightly but notes that most information comes from offender self-reporting and is not independently verified.
Criminal Background Checks for DUI Records
The Missouri Automated Criminal History Site (MACHS) at machs.mshp.dps.mo.gov handles formal background checks that include DUI records. You register online and go through the steps the system walks you through. If you lack internet access, call 844-543-9712 for help. You need a four-digit registration number that ties your request to the right agency or licensing entity.
Name-based searches cost $15 and show open records like convictions, arrests within the last 30 days, and pending charges. Fingerprint-based searches cost $20 plus a processing fee and provide the full criminal record including closed items. Fingerprinting is available at police departments in cities like Kirkwood, Blue Springs, Grandview, Joplin, Arnold, and St. Joseph. Bring a valid government-issued photo ID and any required agency forms. Results typically come back within five to seven business days.
The Missouri Department of Public Safety oversees the Highway Patrol and its DWI Tracking System, which tracks DUI arrest data across the state. The DPS also manages the Alcohol and Tobacco Control division with district offices in Kansas City (816-743-8888), Jefferson City (573-751-2333), St. Louis (314-416-6280), and Springfield (417-895-5004).
Note: For questions about tickets, suspensions, or revocations, call the 24/7 information line at (573) 526-2407.
Browse Missouri DUI Records by County
Each county in Missouri has its own Circuit Clerk who keeps DUI case records. Pick a county below to find local court details and resources for DUI records in that area.
DUI Records in Major Missouri Cities
Residents of major cities file DUI cases at their county Circuit Court. Pick a city below to learn about DUI records in that area.