Dade County DUI Records Search

Dade County DUI records are managed by the 28th Judicial Circuit Court in Greenfield. This circuit covers Barton, Dade, and Jasper counties, so the judges rotate between courthouses. The Dade County Circuit Clerk keeps all local DWI case files at the courthouse on Main Street. You can look up DUI cases through Missouri's Case.net portal or visit the clerk in person. Whether you want to check a case status, get copies of court documents, or find out what happened with a specific DUI charge, the clerk office in Greenfield is where those records live. Online searches are free and available around the clock.

Dade County Circuit Court DUI Cases

The Dade County Circuit Court sits at the courthouse in Greenfield. It is part of the 28th Judicial Circuit along with Barton and Jasper counties. Call the clerk at (417) 637-2271 for help with DUI records. The mailing address is P.O. Box 297, Greenfield, MO 65661. Staff can look up cases by name or case number and tell you what is on file.

All DUI and DWI charges filed in Dade County create a court record. This includes the criminal complaint, any motions filed by the defense or prosecution, plea agreements, and the final judgment. Traffic-related DUI charges also appear in the system. The 28th Circuit handles everything from first-time misdemeanor DWI cases to felony persistent offender charges in Dade County.

Because Dade County shares its circuit with Jasper and Barton counties, judges split their time between courthouses. Court dates in Dade County may be less frequent than in bigger counties. Check the court calendar or call the clerk to find out when DUI cases are set for hearing in Greenfield.

Look Up Dade County DUI Records Online

Missouri Case.net gives you free access to Dade County DUI records from any computer or phone. Select the litigant name search option and type in the name you are looking for. Choose Dade County from the county list. The results will show all matching cases, including DWI charges, docket entries, and case outcomes.

Case.net works well for a quick check on a Dade County DUI case. It shows the current status, next court date, and whether the case ended in a conviction, dismissal, or plea deal. New filings appear within days of being entered by the clerk. The tool is maintained by the Missouri judiciary and covers every county in the state.

If you need paper copies, contact the Dade County Recorder of Deeds and Circuit Clerk at (417) 637-2271. Certified copies require a fee. Plain copies are cheaper. Call ahead to ask about current rates before you make a trip to Greenfield.

DUI Laws Affecting Dade County Records

Missouri DWI law under Chapter 577 applies in Dade County the same as everywhere else in the state. Driving with a BAC of 0.08% or higher is illegal. The law also covers driving under the influence of drugs. Both types of charges create DUI records in Dade County.

Penalties increase with prior offenses. A first DWI is a class B misdemeanor with up to six months in jail and a $500 fine. Second offenses are class A misdemeanors. A third DWI becomes a class D felony with up to four years in prison. Dade County court records show the charge level, prior offenses used for enhancement, and the final sentence for each DUI case.

The Department of Revenue handles license suspensions and revocations tied to DUI arrests in Dade County. Under RSMo 302.060, a DWI conviction leads to point assessment on the driver record. These administrative actions run parallel to the court case and create their own paper trail with the state.

Note: Dade County DUI cases involving minors or accidents with injuries may have additional charges and records.

Dade County Sheriff and DUI Enforcement

The Dade County Sheriff's Office at (417) 637-2120 makes DUI arrests within county limits. Booking records from these arrests are public. You can request arrest information from the sheriff's office in Greenfield. The Missouri Sunshine Law gives you the right to see these records.

After an arrest, the Dade County prosecutor reviews the case and decides whether to file formal DWI charges. Once filed, the case moves to the 28th Judicial Circuit Court. The court record then tracks everything from the initial appearance through sentencing. Both the sheriff's arrest record and the court case record are separate documents, and each has its own request process.

Clearing Dade County DUI Records

Under RSMo 610.130, some DUI records in Dade County can be expunged. First-time offenders who meet all conditions may petition the court to seal their record. The waiting period depends on the charge level. Misdemeanors have a shorter wait than felonies.

You file the petition with the Dade County Circuit Court. A judge reviews the case and may schedule a hearing. If the expungement is granted, the DUI record is sealed from public databases including Case.net. The clerk processes the order, and the record is removed from public view. Not all DUI convictions qualify. Talk to an attorney who works in the 28th Judicial Circuit if you want to explore this option for a Dade County case.

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