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Welcome to the most complete and up-to-date directory of police detention and holding facilities in Missouri. This page lists every active police-operated jail, holding facility, and lockup currently operating across Missouri, giving families, attorneys, bail bondsmen, and the general public fast and reliable access to accurate information about police-level detention. When a loved one is arrested by a local or municipal police department in Missouri, they are typically taken to a police-operated facility first — before being transferred to a county jail. This directory helps you find exactly where they are being held and what steps to take next.
What Are Police Detention Facilities?
Police detention facilities — commonly called police lockups, holding cells, or police jails — are short-term detention facilities operated by local or municipal police departments. They hold individuals for 24 to 72 hours immediately following arrest while booking is completed, charges are filed, and bail arrangements are made.
Unlike county jails or state prisons, police facilities are not designed for long-term incarceration. If searching for a recently arrested loved one, they may still be at the police facility rather than a county jail, especially in the first 24 to 48 hours after arrest.
How Police Facilities Differ From Other Facilities
- Police Detention Facilities: Operated by local police. Hold individuals for 24-72 hours during booking and initial processing only.
- City Jails: Operated by municipal authorities for slightly longer-term detention including pretrial holding and short sentences.
- County Jails: Operated by the county sheriff's office for pretrial detainees and sentences under one year.
- State Prisons: Operated by Missouri's DOC for felony offenses with sentences over one year.
- Federal Prisons: Operated by the Federal Bureau of Prisons for federal crimes.
What Happens After Arrest in Missouri
- Arrest and Transport: Individual is arrested and transported to the nearest police detention facility.
- Booking and Intake: Photographing, fingerprinting, health screening, belongings search, warrant review (takes several hours).
- Initial Holding: Placed in holding cell while charges are filed and case is reviewed by prosecutors.
- Arraignment/Bail Hearing: Within 24-72 hours, brought before a judge who sets bail or releases them.
- Transfer or Release: Either released or transferred to county jail to await trial.
Finding Someone in Police Detention in Missouri
Browse the directory below to find the police facility in the area where the arrest took place and contact them directly. You can also use our free US inmate locator tool to search by name once booking is complete. Knowing the arrest location and the person's full legal name will help speed up your search.
Getting Bail
For minor charges, bail may be posted directly at the police facility using a standard bail schedule. For serious charges, bail is set at arraignment (within 24-72 hours). A bail bondsman can post bail for a 10-15% non-refundable fee.
Hiring a Lawyer
The period immediately following arrest is one of the most critical windows in the legal process. A criminal defense attorney can advise on rights during questioning, attend bail hearings, and begin building a defense strategy from day one.
Calling a Detainee
Phone access at police facilities is typically limited during initial booking. Once intake is complete, detainees can usually make a limited number of collect calls to notify family members or contact an attorney.
Visitation
Visitation at police detention facilities is typically very limited during the initial holding period. Most police lockups do not offer standard visitation. Regular visitation becomes available once transferred to a county jail.
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Police Station by County in Missouri
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Missouri has Police Station spread across dozens of counties, and finding the right one quickly can be challenging without the right tools. Use the county list below to instantly narrow results and view only the Police Station in a specific county within Missouri. This is particularly helpful if you are trying to locate someone who was recently arrested in a specific area, or if you are planning a visit and need to find the closest facility to your location.
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Browse the Complete List of Police Detention Facilities in Missouri
The full directory of police detention and holding facilities in Missouri is displayed below. Every active police-operated lockup, holding cell, and short-term detention facility is included. Each entry includes the facility name, operating police department, city, county, address, and contact information. Police detention facilities are the first point of contact in the criminal justice system — where booking, processing, and initial detention occur before any further transfer.
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Rock Hill MO Police Jail
320 B. West Thorton, Rock Hill, MO 63119
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St. Louis | View Details |
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Shrewsbury MO Police Jail
4400 Shrewsbury Ave, Shrewsbury, MO 63119
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St. Louis | View Details |
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St. Ann MO Police Jail
10405 St. Charles Rock Road, St. Ann, MO 63074
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St. Louis | View Details |
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St. Louis Airport Police Lockup
10701 Lambert International Blvd, St. Louis, MO 314-890-1370
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St. Louis | View Details |
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St. Louis Metropolitan Jail
1200 Clark Ave, St. Louis, MO 63103
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St. Louis | View Details |
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St. Louis Park Rangers Lockup
5600 Clayton Ave, St. Louis, MO 63110
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St. Louis | View Details |
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Sunset Hills MO Police Jail
3905 South Lindbergh Blvd, Sunset Hills, MO 63127
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St. Louis | View Details |
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Town & Country MO Police Jail
1011 Municipal Center Drive, Town & Country, MO 63131
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St. Louis | View Details |
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Uplands Park MO Police Jail
6390 Natural Bridge, Uplands Park, MO 63121
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St. Louis | View Details |
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Velda City MO Police Jail
2560 Lucas Hunt Road, Velda City, MO 63121
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St. Louis | View Details |
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Village of Calverton Park MO Police Jail
52 Young Dr, Calverton Park, MO 63135
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St. Louis | View Details |
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Village of Riverview MO Police Jail
9699 Lilac Drive, Riverview, MO 63137
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St. Louis | View Details |
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Vinita Park MO Police Jail
8374 Midland Blvd, Vinita Park, MO 63114
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St. Louis | View Details |
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Warson Woods MO Police Jail
10015 Manchester Road, Warson Woods, MO 63122
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St. Louis | View Details |
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Webster Groves MO Police Jail
4 East Lockwood, Webster Groves, MO 63119
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St. Louis | View Details |
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Wellston MO Police Jail
1414 Evergreen Ave, Wellston, MO 63133
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St. Louis | View Details |
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Woodson Terrace MO Police Jail
4323 Woodson Road, Woodson Terrace, MO 63134
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St. Louis | View Details |
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Advance MO Police Jail
308 West Gabriel St, Advance, MO 63730
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Stoddard | View Details |
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Bell City MO Police Jail
25147 Walnut St, Bell City, MO 63735
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Stoddard | View Details |
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Bloomfield MO Police Jail
PO Box 350, Bloomfield, MO 63825
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Stoddard | View Details |
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City of Bernie MO Police Jail
206 West Crumb St, Bernie, MO 63822
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Stoddard | View Details |
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Dexter MO Police Jail
305 Cooper St, Dexter, MO 63841
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Stoddard | View Details |
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Essex MO Police Jail
211 North Cypress St
PO Box 357, Essex, MO 63846
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Stoddard | View Details |
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Puxico MO Police Jail
141 North Hickman St, Puxico, MO 63960
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Stoddard | View Details |
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Branson West MO Police Jail
110 Silverlady Land
PO Box 2229, Branson West, MO 65737
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Stone | View Details |
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