Florissant Police Records Lookup
Florissant police records are public documents maintained by the Florissant Police Department and available under Missouri's Sunshine Law. This page explains how to request crash reports, incident reports, and arrest records from the Florissant PD, what fees apply, why area-wide background checks require St. Louis County involvement, and where to find online criminal records resources.
Florissant Police Records Quick Facts
Florissant Police Department
The Florissant Police Department is at 1700 N Highway 67, Florissant, MO 63031. The main city line is 314-921-5700. Records and Courts office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The police department itself is open 24 hours for reports, bond inquiries, and posting bond. You can stop in at any time to report an incident or post bond, but records staff are only available during business hours.
Florissant is in St. Louis County, north of St. Louis city. The Florissant Police Department is an internationally accredited law enforcement agency. Criminal cases from Florissant incidents are handled in the 21st Judicial Circuit, which serves St. Louis County. For county-level records and broader criminal history searches, see the St. Louis County police records page.
One important note: the Florissant Police Department is only allowed to release arrest and conviction information from cases originating in Florissant. If you need an area-wide record check covering the entire St. Louis County region, you must contact the St. Louis County Police Department, 7900 Forsyth Blvd., Clayton, MO. In-person visits are required for county-wide checks.
How to Request Florissant Police Records
Crash reports are available online through a LexisNexis portal and in person at the police department. The department has an agreement with LexisNexis to sell crash reports online. In-person purchases are also accepted. Reports are generally ready seven to ten business days after the date of the incident. Call the Records office ahead of time to confirm availability before making the trip.
For incident reports and other police records, visit the department during Records and Courts hours (Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.) or submit a written Sunshine Law request. The city's website at florissantmo.com provides FAQ information about records access. The police department page is at florissantmo.com/department/index.php?structureid=22.
Monthly crime statistics are posted on the Florissant Police Department website and are available at no charge. Check the website first. You may find what you need without filing a formal request.
Florissant Police Records Fee Schedule
Crash reports cost $10.00 whether requested online or in person. The online option adds a LexisNexis convenience fee on top of the $10.00 base. A standard four-page accident report is $7.00. Additional pages cost $1.00 each. Incident reports are $5.00 each. Record checks for Florissant-only arrests and convictions are handled through the police department, but county-wide checks must go through the St. Louis County Police at their Clayton office.
The department charges a fee for all report copies, including for victims. This applies to everyone equally. Payment methods are accepted at the police department's Records window during business hours. The department does not accept payment online for in-person requests.
Note: All fees comply with Missouri Sunshine Law. The department may only charge for actual copying costs and staff time at rates authorized by RSMo 610.026.
Types of Records Available
Florissant police records include crash reports (accident reports), incident reports, criminal reports, police reports, and monthly crime statistics. The monthly crime statistics are posted free on the website and are updated regularly.
For criminal records covering other agencies and counties, MACHS and Missouri Case.net are your best options. The Florissant PD can only speak to Florissant-originated cases. If a person has records with other jurisdictions, you'll need to go to those agencies or use the statewide MACHS system for a complete picture.
The Florissant Municipal Court is at 4575 Washington St, Florissant, MO 63033. Online ticket payments are available at ipaycourt.com/florissant. Municipal court handles traffic citations, ordinance violations, and lower-level criminal matters within city jurisdiction.
Missouri Sunshine Law in Florissant
The Florissant Police Department complies with RSMo Chapter 610. Under the Sunshine Law, all records are presumed open unless a specific exemption applies. Active investigation files are withheld under Section 610.100 until the case closes. The department must respond within three business days and provide written notice of any delays. Requesters who receive a denial can contact the Missouri Attorney General's Office to file a Sunshine Law complaint.
Online Resources for Florissant Criminal Records
Missouri Case.net covers the 21st Judicial Circuit, which handles St. Louis County cases including Florissant. Searches are free by name or case number. The MACHS system provides statewide background checks for $15 (name) or $20 (fingerprint) and covers all Missouri agencies. The Missouri Sex Offender Registry is searchable by address or name at no cost. The Missouri DOC offender search covers current and former state inmates.
Nearby Cities
These cities in the St. Louis metro area have their own police records pages.