Barry County Inmate Population

Barry County inmate population records are managed by the Barry County Sheriff's Office, which operates the county jail in Cassville, Missouri. This page covers how to find current inmates, search the jail roster, and obtain public records under Missouri law.

Barry County Sheriff's Office and Jail

The Barry County Jail is at 505 East St., Cassville, MO 65625. You can reach the jail at 417-847-6556 during and after lobby hours. When the lobby is closed, call 417-847-3461 for jail questions. For after-hours deputy contact, call 417-847-3121. The jail lobby is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Outside those hours, the jail itself continues to operate around the clock.

Sheriff Danny Boyd heads the department. Chief Deputy Major Angela Cole assists with operations. Administrative hours match the lobby schedule, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The office email is info@barrycountysheriff.com. The official Sheriff's website is at barrycountysheriff.com.

Barry County covers 791 square miles in southwest Missouri. The 2020 population was 34,534. Cassville is the county seat, and Monett is the largest city in the county. The violent crime rate for Barry County is 15.2, below the U.S. average of 22.7. The property crime rate is 31.6, just below the U.S. average of 35.4.

The image below is from the Barry County Sheriff's Office website, which hosts the current inmate roster and jail information.

The Barry County Sheriff's site provides access to the current inmate roster, the Most Wanted list, and community resources for southwest Missouri residents.

How to Search the Barry County Inmate Population

The Barry County inmate roster is available online at barrycountysheriff.com/roster.php. The roster shows current inmates and those released in the past 48 hours. Each entry includes identifying details, current location, arresting agency, charges, bond amount, booking date, release date if set, and mugshots where available.

You can also search Barry County inmates through missourijailroster.com, which aggregates data from county jail systems across Missouri. For statewide searches that include county jails and state prisons, use VINE Link. VINE Link lets you search by full name, partial name, or ID number.

If the person you're looking for was convicted and sent to state prison, check the Missouri DOC Offender Search. That database covers all Department of Corrections facilities statewide and is separate from the county jail system.

Barry County Jail Facility Details

The Barry County Jail in Cassville holds pre-trial detainees and those serving shorter sentences. Booking records are maintained daily. The facility handles individuals arrested by the Barry County Sheriff's Office and other local agencies within the county.

The jail lobby allows only postcards to be dropped off during regular hours. No other items may be left at the lobby window. This policy applies to all visits to the facility during the 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM weekday window. After-hours contact should go through the jail direct line at 417-847-3461.

The Sheriff's Office also hosts a Most Wanted roster on its website. Most Wanted profiles include the charges against each person, bond information, identifying details, last known address and employer, and a mugshot where available. This information is kept current as individuals are apprehended or surrender.

Visitation and Communication at Barry County Jail

Visitation at the Barry County Jail is held weekly on Wednesdays. To schedule a visit, call 417-847-6556. Visitors must arrive 10 minutes before the start of the scheduled visit. A valid photo ID is required and must be presented to staff at the lobby window when you arrive.

All personal mail sent to inmates must go through the U.S. Postal Service and will be inspected for contraband before delivery. The sender's name and return address must be included on the envelope. The jail lobby accepts only postcards as drop-off items during business hours.

For phone calls, the jail uses an approved phone service vendor. Inmates can make outbound calls but cannot receive incoming calls. Contact the facility for current phone service provider information and how to set up an account or add funds.

Public records requests accepted per Missouri Sunshine Law. Written requests are preferred. Describe what you need in detail and include contact information so staff can follow up if needed.

Note: Visitation days and times are subject to change. Call the jail directly at 417-847-6556 to confirm current scheduling before traveling to the facility.

Public Records and the Missouri Sunshine Law

Jail records in Barry County are public under the Missouri Sunshine Law, Chapter 610. Under § 610.011, all government records are presumed open. The agency must respond to requests within three business days (§ 610.023). Standard copies cost no more than 10 cents per page (§ 610.026). Arrest records are public under § 610.100, which covers booking information and charges filed.

To submit a records request, contact the Barry County Sheriff's Office at 505 East St., Cassville, MO 65625. You can also email info@barrycountysheriff.com. Written requests are preferred but not required. Include the subject's name, approximate dates, and the type of records you need. Requests can be submitted in person, by mail, by fax, or by email.

State Resources for Inmate Searches

The Missouri Department of Corrections manages all state prison inmates. County jail records and DOC records are separate systems. The Missouri DOC Offender Search is the right tool if someone has been convicted and transferred to a state facility. For federal inmates, use the Federal Bureau of Prisons Inmate Locator.

VINE Link at vinelink.com covers all Missouri county jails and state facilities. Victim notification registration is free and available 24 hours a day. Registered users get automatic alerts when an inmate's custody status changes, including releases, transfers, and court appearances.

Cities in Barry County

Cassville is the county seat of Barry County, and Monett is the largest city. No cities in Barry County have a dedicated inmate population page on this site.

Nearby Counties

Barry County borders Lawrence, Newton, McDonald, Stone, Taney, and Dade Counties in southwest Missouri, all with their own jail and inmate population records.