St. Charles Police Records
St. Charles police records are public documents maintained by the St. Charles Police Department and City Clerk, and are available to the public under Missouri's Sunshine Law. This page explains how to use the city's records portal, what fees apply, what types of records the department holds, and where to find additional criminal records resources online.
St. Charles Police Records Quick Facts
St. Charles Police Department and City Clerk
The St. Charles Police Department is located at 1781 Zumbehl Road, St. Charles, MO 63303. The main police line is 636-949-3300. The fax is 636-949-3299. The police administrative office can be reached at 636-949-3262. The City Clerk, who serves as custodian of public records for the city, is at 200 N. 2nd Street (City Hall), St. Charles, MO 63301, phone 636-949-3282. City Hall is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
St. Charles is the county seat of St. Charles County. The city has its own police department, and the county also has a separate St. Charles County Police Department and Sheriff's Office. For county-level records and court filings, see the St. Charles County police records page. Criminal cases from the city are handled in the 11th Judicial Circuit. The Circuit Clerk is at 300 N. Second Street, St. Charles, MO 63301, phone 636-949-3080.
How to Request St. Charles Police Records
The City of St. Charles uses a Records Request Portal at stcharlescitymo.justfoia.com. To submit a new request, click the New Request button and fill out the form. The portal lets you track your request status and receive documents electronically. This is the most convenient method for most requests.
In-person requests are accepted at City Hall, 200 N. 2nd Street, during business hours. Bring a photo ID. For police and traffic accident reports, a notarized statement is required if you are requesting by mail. Include the report number in your notarized statement, along with your involvement in the incident (victim, suspect, driver, attorney, insurance company, property owner, family member, or news media) and your reason for requesting the report. Bring a photo ID for in-person pickups.
St. Charles County police reports from the county agency (not the city) are available from the Bureau of Central Police Records ten days after the reported incident. The city and county agencies are separate, so make sure you are contacting the right department based on where the incident occurred.
Fee Schedule for St. Charles Police Records
Police reports cost $6.50, payable by cash or check made payable to the Treasurer, St. Louis County. (Note that this fee reference in the city's fee schedule references St. Louis County billing conventions but applies to city requests.) Certified copies may carry additional certification fees. Standard copy fees follow Missouri Sunshine Law limits at $0.10 per page for paper copies. Research time is billed at actual hourly cost for the lowest-capable staff member.
The St. Charles County Police, a separate agency, can be reached at 101 Crossing Industrial Court, St. Charles, MO 63301, phone 636-949-7000. The St. Charles County Sheriff is at 636-949-3010. These county agencies handle records for incidents in unincorporated parts of the county, not necessarily incidents within St. Charles city limits.
Note: Report availability depends on the provisions of the Sunshine Law (RSMo Chapter 610). Active or ongoing investigation reports are not available until the case closes or becomes inactive.
Types of Records Available
The St. Charles Police Department maintains police reports, traffic accident reports, incident reports, arrest records, and municipal court records. Traffic accident reports require a notarized application before release. Municipal court records cover ordinance violations, traffic matters, and misdemeanors handled in city court.
For criminal cases filed in state court, contact the St. Charles County Circuit Clerk at 300 N. Second Street or search Missouri Case.net for 11th Judicial Circuit cases. The Circuit Clerk handles all felony and many misdemeanor filings at the county level. Municipal court handles the lower-level matters that stay within the city's jurisdiction.
Missouri Sunshine Law in St. Charles
The City of St. Charles complies with RSMo Chapter 610. Under the Sunshine Law, all records are presumed open unless a specific exemption applies. Active investigation files may be withheld under Section 610.100 until the case is inactive. The city must respond within three business days, with written notice if more time is needed. Requesters can appeal denials to the Missouri Attorney General's Office.
Online Resources for St. Charles Criminal Records
Missouri Case.net is free and covers the 11th Judicial Circuit, which handles St. Charles County and city cases. Search by name or case number to find charges, hearings, and outcomes. The MACHS system offers statewide background checks for $15 (name) or $20 (fingerprint). The Missouri Sex Offender Registry and DOC offender search are free online tools for additional records searches.
Nearby Cities
These cities in St. Charles County and the St. Louis metro area have their own police records pages.