Jasper County Inmate Population

Jasper County inmate population records are maintained by the Sheriff's Office at the Jasper County Detention Center in Carthage, Missouri. Use the tools below to search for current inmates or access public booking records under Missouri law.

Jasper County Sheriff's Office and Detention Center

The Jasper County Sheriff's Office runs the Jasper County Detention Center at 405 E 5th Street, Carthage, MO 64836. The main phone number is (417) 358-8177. Sheriff Randee Kaiser leads the department. Lieutenant Michael Kingsbury serves as Jail Administrator. The detention center staff includes a captain, seven sergeants, twenty-eight detention officers, and one medical tech, making it a well-staffed facility for a county of its size.

The current detention center was completed in 1993. The facility was built to house 165 inmates in six separate pods. The average daily inmate population runs between 180 and 200 people, meaning the facility typically operates above its original design capacity. The jail holds pre-trial detainees, sentenced individuals, and inmates held on behalf of other jurisdictions.

Carthage is the county seat of Jasper County. Joplin is the largest city and one of the most populated cities in Missouri. Joplin spans both Jasper County and Newton County, so arrests in Joplin may be processed through either county depending on where they occurred.

The image below is from the Jasper County Sheriff's Office website, which provides direct access to the jail roster and inmate population information.

The Jasper County Sheriff's website is the primary local source for current inmate population data, visitation rules, and jail procedures.

How to Search the Jasper County Inmate Population

The Jasper County Sheriff's Office maintains a current inmate roster accessible through the Sheriff's website at jaspercountysheriff.org. The roster lists inmates by name and includes holds from other counties and cities, bond amount, and work release information. Note that the Jasper County roster does not include mugshots, unlike some other Missouri county rosters.

You can also search the Jasper County inmate population through VINE Link. VINE Link is Missouri's statewide inmate search and victim notification system. Search by full name, partial name, or inmate ID number. Results show identifying details, location, arrest data, charges, bond information, and release date if set. VINE Link covers county jails and state prisons across Missouri.

If you are looking for someone who may be in a Missouri state prison rather than the county jail, use the Missouri DOC Offender Search. For federal inmates, the Federal Bureau of Prisons Inmate Locator covers all federal facilities nationwide. Call the Jasper County Detention Center at (417) 358-8177 for direct assistance or to confirm custody status.

Jasper County Jail Inmate Records and What They Include

Jasper County inmate population records are public information under Missouri law. The online roster provides each inmate's name, holds from other agencies, bond amounts, and work release status. The roster does not include mugshots, which is a policy set by the Jasper County Sheriff's Office. Additional booking details may be available through VINE Link or by contacting the facility directly.

Arrest and booking records are public under § 610.100 of the Missouri Sunshine Law. Anyone can request copies of these records. Contact the Jasper County Sheriff's Office in writing at 405 E 5th Street, Carthage, MO 64836. Include the inmate's name, approximate booking date, and the type of document you need. You can also call (417) 358-8177 for help with your records request.

Visitation at the Jasper County Detention Center

Visitation at the Jasper County Detention Center is available both on-site and remotely by video. On-site video visit hours are 10:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Each inmate receives one free on-site visit on their designated visitation day. Each free visit lasts 15 minutes. Up to three visitors may come as one party per visit.

Remote visits can also be scheduled online, which allows family members to visit without traveling to Carthage. Contact the detention center at (417) 358-8177 to ask about the approval process for new visitors, scheduling procedures, and any changes to visit hours. All visitors must provide valid photo ID before being allowed to visit.

Mail and Commissary for Jasper County Inmates

Personal mail to Jasper County Detention Center inmates must be on postcards no larger than 5 by 7 inches. No letters or padded envelopes are accepted for personal correspondence. Books may be shipped directly from the publisher to the inmate at 405 East 5th Street, Carthage, MO 64836. All mail is inspected before delivery to the inmate.

Commissary funds can be added through JailATM online, by calling JailATM, or by using the kiosk in the jail lobby. These funds cover commissary purchases and phone time. Contact the Jasper County Detention Center at (417) 358-8177 to ask about current fund deposit options and any limits that apply.

Missouri Sunshine Law and Records Requests

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

To request records, submit a written request to the Jasper County Sheriff's Office at 405 E 5th Street, Carthage, MO 64836. You can also call (417) 358-8177 or visit the Sheriff's website for contact details. Be specific about the records you need, including the subject's name and the approximate dates involved.

State Resources for Inmate Population Searches

The Missouri Department of Corrections manages all state prison facilities separately from county jails. If someone was convicted and sentenced to more than a year, they are likely in a DOC facility rather than the Jasper County Detention Center. Use the DOC Offender Search to search by name or offender ID at no cost.

VINE Link at vinelink.com is a free statewide inmate search and notification service. You can search for a specific inmate or register to receive automatic alerts when their custody status changes. Alerts go out for releases, transfers, court appearances, and escapes. The service is free for all users.

Cities in Jasper County

Joplin is the largest city in Jasper County and has a dedicated page on this site. Carthage is the county seat. Joplin arrests may be processed through Jasper County or Newton County depending on the location of the incident.

Nearby Counties

Jasper County borders several counties in southwest Missouri, each operating its own jail and inmate population records system.