Vernon County Inmate Population Records

The Vernon County inmate population is managed by the Vernon County Sheriff's Office at the county jail in Nevada, Missouri. This page covers how to search the online roster, visit inmates, send mail, make commissary deposits, and request records under Missouri's Sunshine Law.

Vernon County Sheriff's Office and Jail

The Vernon County Jail is located at 2040 East Hunter Street, Nevada, MO 64772. The jail control center number is 417-283-4411. Jail Administrator Lt. Tycher Blakely can be reached at tblakely@vernoncosheriff.org. Sheriff Jason Mosher leads the department, with Chief Deputy Travis Cole as second in command. The jail operates the online roster at vernoncosheriff.org/jail.

Nevada is the county seat of Vernon County, located in western Missouri near the Kansas border. The county is served by a full-service sheriff's office that maintains detailed inmate records and makes many of them available online. The jail roster is accessible through the sheriff's website and shows current detainees. The site at vernoncosheriff.org/jail covers the full range of jail-related information, including visitation rules, communication options, and commissary access.

The Vernon County Sheriff's jail page at vernoncosheriff.org/jail provides current inmate roster data, visitation hours, commissary deposit options, and communication services for Vernon County detainees.

How to Search Vernon County Inmate Population

Start at vernoncosheriff.org/jail to find the current roster. The site lists current detainees with basic booking information. If you cannot find the person online, call the jail control center at 417-283-4411. Staff can confirm custody status by name and provide basic information about charges and bond status.

VineLink at vinelink.com offers an additional search option. VineLink covers both Vernon County jail and Missouri state prison inmates. Search by name to check current status. Register for free custody alerts to receive notifications by phone, email, or text when an inmate's status changes. This works for both county and state custody without needing to contact different agencies separately.

For state prison inmates, use the Missouri DOC offender search at web.mo.gov/doc/offSearchWeb/. Vernon County inmates sentenced to more than one year are transferred to a state DOC facility after court. The DOC database covers all state-sentenced offenders, probationers, and parolees across Missouri.

Visitation at Vernon County Jail

Onsite visitation at Vernon County Jail runs Monday through Friday from 6 PM to 10 PM. Free video kiosk visits are available during these hours. Each inmate may have up to three visits per week. Each visit is limited to 15 minutes. Visitors must be on the inmate's approved visitor list before the visit can occur.

Remote video visits are available through CityTeleCoin. This service lets approved visitors connect with inmates from home or any location with internet access. You need to register with CityTeleCoin and set up an account to schedule a remote visit. This is a good option for family members who live outside the Nevada area or who cannot make it during the onsite visitation window.

Visitors must have a valid government-issued photo ID for in-person visits. Unauthorized visitors will not be admitted. The jail reserves the right to restrict or suspend visitation for any inmate based on behavior or security needs. Call 417-283-4411 to confirm your visitor status before making the trip to Nevada.

Mail and Communication Policies

Personal mail to Vernon County Jail inmates is restricted to postcards only. This is a firm policy. Sealed envelopes will not be accepted. Postcards must meet the standard size and should include the inmate's full name and booking number. Address postcards to 2040 East Hunter Street, Nevada, MO 64772. Do not include prohibited content, stickers, or anything glued to the card.

Phone calls from inmates are handled through CityTeleCoin. Set up an account at CityTeleCoin and add funds before the inmate calls out. CityTeleCoin also offers the video visitation option for remote visits. Rates and connection options are listed on the CityTeleCoin website. The county jail does not control call rates; those are set by the provider under contract.

Commissary deposits can be made through a lobby kiosk at the jail or through the CityTeleCoin website. Deposits let inmates buy food, hygiene products, and other items through the jail store. Check the CityTeleCoin site or ask staff for current deposit limits and processing times. Do not send cash or checks by mail for commissary purposes.

Booking Records and Inmate Data

Each booking at Vernon County Jail creates a record that includes the inmate's name, date of birth, booking date, arresting agency, charges, and bond status. These records are maintained by the jail administrator and are public under Missouri's Sunshine Law. Call 417-283-4411 or email tblakely@vernoncosheriff.org to ask about accessing specific records.

For older records not shown in the online system, submit a written request to the Vernon County Sheriff's Office, 2040 East Hunter Street, Nevada, MO 64772. Include your name, contact information, and a clear description of the record. Per Missouri law, copy fees are capped at 10 cents per page. Research fees may apply for large requests.

Missouri Sunshine Law and Records Access

Vernon County inmate population records are public under Chapter 610 RSMo. The Sunshine Law at § 610.011 presumes all government records are open. The sheriff's office must respond within three business days under § 610.023. Booking records, arrest logs, and roster data are available to the public. Per § 610.026, copy fees are capped at 10 cents per page.

Submit written records requests to the Vernon County Sheriff's Office at 2040 East Hunter Street, Nevada, MO 64772. For court case records, contact the Vernon County Circuit Court separately. The court and the sheriff's office maintain separate records. The circuit court handles case filings, judgments, and orders, while the jail holds booking and detention records.

Missouri's open records law at revisor.mo.gov sets out the rules for accessing Vernon County jail records, including the three-day response requirement and copy fee limits.

State and Federal Resources

The Missouri Department of Corrections manages state prison facilities statewide. Search for Vernon County residents in state custody at web.mo.gov/doc/offSearchWeb/. The DOC facility directory at doc.mo.gov/facilities/adult-institutions/address-listing lists all adult institutions. The DOC Western Region field office handles supervision for Vernon County parolees and probationers. DOC headquarters: 2729 Plaza Drive, Jefferson City, MO 65102, phone (573) 751-2389.

VINE Link at vinelink.com is a free service for tracking inmate custody status across county and state facilities in Missouri. Register for alerts to be notified when an inmate is released, transferred, or their status changes. This is especially useful for victims and family members tracking an inmate through the system over time.

Cities in Vernon County

Vernon County includes Nevada and other small communities. No cities in Vernon County have a dedicated inmate population page on this site. All inmate population records for Vernon County residents are processed through the county sheriff's office in Nevada.

Nearby Counties

These counties share borders with Vernon County. Each operates its own jail and sheriff's office for inmate population records.