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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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Edina MO Police Jail
208 East Monticello St, Edina, MO 63537
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Knox | View Details |
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Conway MO City Jail
115 South Main St, Conway, MO 65632
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Laclede | View Details |
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Lebanon MO Police Jail
401 South Jefferson Ave, Lebanon, MO 65536
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Laclede | View Details |
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Alma MO Police Jail
214 South County Road, Alma, MO 64001
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Lafayette | View Details |
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Bates City MO Police Jail
203 North 2nd St, Bates City, MO 64011
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Lafayette | View Details |
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Concordia MO Police Jail
618 South Main St, Concordia, MO 64020
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Lafayette | View Details |
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Corder MO Police Jail
203 North Lafayette St, Corder, MO 64021
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Lafayette | View Details |
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Higginsville MO Police Jail
1922 Main St
PO Box, Higginsville, MO 64037
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Lafayette | View Details |
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Lake Lafayette MO Police Jail
1001 Lafayette Drive, Lake Lafayette, MO 64076
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Lafayette | View Details |
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Lexington MO Police Jail
721 South Hwy 13, Lexington, MO 64067
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Lafayette | View Details |
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Napoleon MO Police
191 West Second, Napoleon, MO 64074
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Lafayette | View Details |
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Odessa MO Police Jail
101 North 2nd St, Odessa, MO 64076
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Lafayette | View Details |
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Waverly MO Police Jail
111 East Kelling, Waverly, MO 64096
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Lafayette | View Details |
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Wellington MO Police Jail
103 4th St, Wellington, MO 64097
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Lafayette | View Details |
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City of Aurora MO Police Jail
106 South Elliott
PO Box 30, Aurora, MO 65605
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Lawrence | View Details |
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Marionville MO Police Jail
800 South Western St, Marionville, MO 65705
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Lawrence | View Details |
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Miller MO Police Jail
105 South Washam, Miller, MO 65707
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Lawrence | View Details |
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Mt. Vernon MO Police Jail
319 East Dallas St
PO Box 70, Mt. Vernon, MO 65712
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Lawrence | View Details |
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Pierce City MO Police Jail
112 East Commercial St, Pierce City, MO 65723
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Lawrence | View Details |
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Verona MO Police Jail
144 North 3rd St, Verona, MO 65769
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Lawrence | View Details |
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Canton MO Police Jail
108 North 5th St, Canton, MO 63435
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Lewis | View Details |
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La Grange MO Police Jail
204 Washington, La Grange, MO 63448
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Lewis | View Details |
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Elsberry MO Police Jail
317 Broadway St, Elsberry, MO 63343
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Lincoln | View Details |
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Hawk Point MO Police Jail
161 West Lincoln Drive
PO Box 302, Hawk Point, MO 63349
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Lincoln | View Details |
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Moscow Mills MO Police Jail
71 Progress Court, Moscow Mills, MO 63362
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Lincoln | View Details |
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