About the Registry
Missouri implemented statewide sex offender registration in 1995 per the Jacob Wetterling Act. Current regulations (Sections 589.400-425 and 43.650 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri) mandate the Highway Patrol maintain the database and public website.
Toll-free:1-888-SOR-MSHP (1-888-767-6747)
Important: It is illegal to use any information regarding a registered sexual offender to facilitate the commission of a crime.
Registration Status Definitions
• Compliant: Individual registering as required
• Non-Compliant: Individual has not updated information per county requirements
• Pending Registration: Individual recently moved counties or awaiting release from DOC
• Absconder: Whereabouts unknown to law enforcement
• Incarcerated: Located in correctional facility
• Moved Out of State: No longer residing/working/schooling in Missouri
Resources
Sex Offender Registry Resources
• Office of Sex Offender Sentencing, Monitoring, Apprehending, Registering, and Tracking (SMART)