Hickory County Inmate Population Records

Hickory County inmate population records are maintained by the Sheriff's Office at the Hickory County Jail in Hermitage, Missouri. Use the search tools below to look up current inmates or to request public records under Missouri law.

Hickory County Sheriff's Office and Jail

The Hickory County Sheriff's Office operates the county jail at 18682 Jackson Street, Hermitage, MO 65668. The main phone number is 417-745-6415 and the fax is 417-745-6205. Sheriff Greg Burke leads the department. The facility is run directly by the local Sheriff's Office, which handles all booking, housing, and release functions for the Hickory County inmate population.

Hermitage is the county seat of Hickory County. The county is located in central Missouri. The jail handles local detainees arrested by the Sheriff's Office and by other local law enforcement agencies operating within the county. The facility books both pre-trial and sentenced inmates throughout the year.

For questions about a specific inmate, call the jail at 417-745-6415 or visit hickorycountysheriff.com for current information and contact details.

The image below is from VINE Link, a statewide system that tracks the Hickory County inmate population along with jail populations across Missouri.

VINE Link is available at no cost and covers both county jails and state prisons throughout Missouri.

How to Search the Hickory County Inmate Population

Missouri county jail rosters are searchable online through VINE Link. You can search by an inmate's full name, partial name, or ID number. Results include identifying details, current location, arrest data, charges filed, booking date, bond amount, release date if set, and mugshots when available. VINE Link covers county jails and state prisons alike, making it a reliable tool for any inmate population search in Missouri.

You can also visit the Hickory County Sheriff's Office website for local jail information, procedures, and direct contact details. If you cannot find what you need online, call the jail at 417-745-6415. Staff can confirm whether a person is in custody and provide basic booking information over the phone.

For individuals who may have been sentenced to state prison rather than a county jail, use the Missouri DOC Offender Search. This free tool covers all Department of Corrections facilities and is updated on a regular basis. For federal inmates, the Federal Bureau of Prisons Inmate Locator covers all federal facilities across the country.

Inmate Population Records and What They Include

Hickory County inmate population records are public records under Missouri law. Information available for each inmate typically includes the person's full name, date of birth, physical description, identifying details, current housing location, arresting agency, charges, booking date, bond amount, and mugshot. These records update continuously as new bookings occur and inmates are released or transferred.

Arrest and booking records are public under § 610.100 of the Missouri Sunshine Law. Custody status is also public information. If you need certified copies of specific records, contact the Hickory County Sheriff's Office in writing. Be specific about what you need, including the person's name, approximate booking date, and the type of document you are requesting. Requests can be submitted in person, by mail, or by phone at 417-745-6415.

Visitation at Hickory County Jail

Video visitation at the Hickory County Jail is operated by CIDNET. To visit an inmate, you need to create an account on the CIDNET website, select Missouri as the state, find the Hickory County facility, and then enter the inmate's name. Once you apply for visitation approval and are approved, you can schedule and purchase visits through the platform.

All visitors must provide a valid photo ID. Minors must be accompanied by an adult guardian. Contact the jail at 417-745-6415 to confirm current visitation hours and any scheduling requirements before you plan to visit. Rules and hours can change, so it is best to verify in advance.

Mail and Commissary at the Hickory County Jail

Inmates at the Hickory County Jail can receive mail. All incoming mail is inspected for contraband before delivery. Include the inmate's full name and booking number if available, and send to 18682 Jackson Street, Hermitage, MO 65668. Always include your return address. Contact the jail before sending anything other than a standard letter to confirm what is permitted.

Commissary packages for Hickory County inmates are available through Tiger Commissary online. Family members can go to the Tiger Commissary website to order and purchase approved items for delivery to the inmate. For account questions or deposit options, call the jail at 417-745-6415 or check the Sheriff's website.

Missouri Sunshine Law and Records Requests

Jail records and inmate population data in Hickory County are public under Missouri Sunshine Law, Chapter 610. Under § 610.011, all government records are presumed open unless a specific exemption applies. Agencies must respond to public records requests within three business days (§ 610.023). Paper copies cost no more than 10 cents per page (§ 610.026). Arrest records and custody status are covered under § 610.100.

To request records, contact the Hickory County Sheriff's Office at 18682 Jackson Street, Hermitage, MO 65668. You can also call the jail at 417-745-6415. Written requests are preferred and should describe the records you need as clearly as possible. Include the subject's name, approximate booking date, and the type of document you want.

State Resources for Missouri Inmate Searches

The Missouri Department of Corrections manages all state prison facilities. If someone was convicted and sentenced to more than a year, they are likely in DOC custody rather than the county jail. The DOC Offender Search is free, available 24 hours a day, and searchable by name or offender ID. It covers every Missouri state prison facility.

For victims or family members who want real-time alerts, VINE Link offers a free notification service. Register at vinelink.com with your contact information and the name of the inmate you want to track. You will receive automatic alerts for releases, transfers, court appearances, and escapes. You can also use VINE Link for a one-time search without registering.

The image below shows the Missouri DOC Offender Search portal, a key resource for searching the state inmate population outside of county facilities.

The Missouri DOC Offender Search is the main tool for finding inmates held in state prisons rather than county jails.

Cities in Hickory County

Hermitage is the county seat of Hickory County. No cities in Hickory County have a dedicated inmate population page on this site.

Nearby Counties

Hickory County borders several counties in central Missouri, each maintaining its own jail and inmate population records.