Warren County
Warren County occupies a land area of approximately 429 square miles in Missouri, while its population is 35,729 residents. It was formed in 1833 and named to honor General Joseph Warren, a military officer during the American Revolutionary War. The City of Warrenton serves as both the county seat and its largest city.
Warren County's judicial system includes the Circuit and Municipal Courts. The Circuit Court has general jurisdiction over all judicial hearings in Warren County. It handles all felony-related trials and civil actions where the amount involved exceeds $25,000. The Circuit Court in Warren County has an Associate Circuit Division tasked with deciding eviction disputes, misdemeanors, and civil lawsuits under $25,000.
Other Circuit Court divisions in Warren County include Juvenile, Family, and Probate Divisions. These court divisions oversee family law cases, probates, and juvenile matters. Warren County has several municipal courts in Warrenton and Wright City. These courts, also known as municipal divisions of the Circuit Court, typically preside over city ordinance violations and traffic Infractions.
Warren County court records provide information on all legal proceedings, including transcripts, evidence, witness statements, and court orders. According to the Missouri Sunshine Law, the Circuit Clerk should make the following court records accessible to the public.
- Criminal court records
- Civil records
- Domestic relations records
- Traffic court records
- Probate records
- Small claims records
Public access to court documents typically promotes trust, transparency, and accountability. Court records are useful for research purposes, statistical analysis, and future references. Note that court records considered confidential under state and federal laws include sealed, juvenile, substance abuse, adoption, and mental health records. Individuals must obtain valid court approvals before requesting confidential court records. To request a record, interested persons can call or visit the courthouse at:
Warren County Courthouse
104 West Main Street
Warrenton, MO 63383
Phone: (636) 456-3363
Warren County public court records are available online through the Missouri Case.net. To search the online platform, users must provide key details such as case numbers, filing dates, or party names. Accessing court records online in Warren County is typically free of charge.
