Access Camden County DUI Records
DUI records in Camden County are filed at the 26th Judicial Circuit Court in Camdenton. This county sits in the Lake of the Ozarks region and sees a notable number of DWI cases, especially during peak tourist seasons. The Circuit Clerk stores all DUI court filings, from the initial charge through sentencing. You can search Camden County DUI records on Case.net or visit the courthouse. Camdenton is the county seat. The 26th Circuit also covers Laclede, Miller, Moniteau, and Morgan counties. Boating-related DUI violations on the lake also pass through this court system, making Camden County unique in the types of DUI records on file.
Camden County Quick Facts
Camden County Circuit Court DUI Cases
The Camden County Circuit Court processes all DUI and DWI charges filed in the county. The courthouse mailing address is P.O. Box 930, Camdenton, MO 65020. Call (573) 346-4440 to reach the Circuit Clerk. Staff can look up DUI cases by name or case number and provide copies of documents in the file.
Camden County is different from many Missouri counties because it handles both road DUI cases and boating violations from the Lake of the Ozarks. Boating under the influence charges also go through this court and create DUI-related records. The Missouri State Highway Patrol actively patrols the lake area, and arrests during summer months can be frequent. All of these cases end up in the Camden County court system.
The Circuit Clerk files every document related to each DUI case. Charges, bond paperwork, attorney filings, plea agreements, and sentencing orders are all part of the record. These documents are public and available to anyone who asks.
| Office | Camden County Circuit Clerk |
|---|---|
| Address | P.O. Box 930 Camdenton, MO 65020 |
| Phone | (573) 346-4440 |
| Circuit | 26th Judicial Circuit |
Search Camden County DUI Records Online
Missouri Case.net is the primary way to search DUI records in Camden County without traveling to the courthouse. Choose Camden County from the court selector and enter a name. DUI and DWI cases appear under criminal and traffic case types. The search is free and shows charge details, court dates, and case outcomes.
In-person visits to the Camdenton courthouse let you review full case files. The clerk can pull up any DUI record on request. Bring a photo ID. Paper copies cost a per-page fee. If you need a boating violation record, those are in the same system as road DUI cases in Camden County.
The Camden County Sheriff at (573) 346-2243 keeps arrest records that are separate from court files. Contact the sheriff if you need details about the arrest itself rather than the court proceedings.
Camden County DUI Law Details
Chapter 577 covers all DWI offenses in Missouri, including those in Camden County. The standard BAC limit is 0.08%. First offense is a Class B misdemeanor. Second is a Class A misdemeanor. Third and later offenses are felonies. These rules apply to both vehicle and boating DUI cases in Camden County.
Lake of the Ozarks enforcement adds a layer to DUI in Camden County. The Missouri State Highway Patrol's Water Division patrols the lake. Officers can stop boats and check operators for signs of impairment. A boating DUI charge follows the same criminal process as a road DUI. The case gets filed in Camden County court, and the record becomes public.
After a DUI arrest, the Missouri Department of Revenue can take action on your driver's license. Under Section 302.060, the DOR runs a separate administrative process from the criminal case. You may need to request a hearing quickly to protect your driving privileges while the Camden County court case moves forward.
Note: Boating DUI arrests on the Lake of the Ozarks may be filed in Camden, Miller, or Morgan County depending on the exact location.
Expungement in Camden County
Some DUI records from Camden County can be expunged under Section 610.130. You file a petition with the 26th Judicial Circuit Court. The waiting period depends on the severity of the original charge. Misdemeanor DWI cases have shorter wait times than felonies. A judge reviews the petition and decides whether to seal the record.
The Sunshine Law keeps all non-expunged DUI records open to the public. Anyone can request access. Once a record is expunged, it no longer appears in Case.net or through clerk searches.
Nearby Counties
Camden County is surrounded by several counties that also touch the Lake of the Ozarks area. DUI cases are filed in the county where the arrest happened.