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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Boone County record-source URLs verified against the official local and Missouri state publishers on the review date. 4 primary .gov / official sources cited below.

Boone County — Key Numbers (2026)

Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Boone County, Missouri — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
192,154
Population
Census estimate
74,269
Households
Census estimate
$66,564
Median income
Annual household
$237,600
Median home value
Census ACS
Columbia
County seat
In Missouri
Boone County Records Availability Map
Criminal records
3 sources
Court records
3 sources
Wants & warrants
see state portal
Property records
8 sources
Vital records
1 source
Voter records
2 sources
Professional licenses
see state portal
Recorded documents
see state portal
Count of verified official sources per record type. Multiple sources   One source   Use state portal

Boone County Records at a Glance

Record typeBoone County verified sources
Court records13th Judicial Circuit of Missouri | Boone County Circuit Cle…
ONLINE SERVICES MENU
Criminal recordsBoone County, Missouri Government
Current Detainees of Boone County Jail
Wants & warrantsNo verified source — see Boone County state portal below
Property recordsHome | Recorder of Deeds
Boone County News | 2025 Boone County Property Tax Statement…
Vital recordsMarriages
Voter recordsCheck Your Voter Registration - Missouri Secretary of State
April 08, 2025 Municipal Election Boone County, Missouri Fin…
Professional licensesNo verified source — see Boone County state portal below
Recorded documentsNo verified source — see Boone County state portal below
Boone County — Verified Record Sources by Type (2026)
Court records3Criminal records3Wants & warrants0Property records8Vital records1Voter records2Licenses0Recorded docs0
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Boone County. Data verified June 04, 2026.

What Changed in 2026 — Boone County Records

2026
Boone County official government portal active
The official Boone County government website at www.showmeboone.com continues to serve as the canonical local source.
2026
Boone County court records portal verified
State court system links for Boone County verified against the Missouri judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Boone County criminal records access
State criminal records repository for Boone County (statewide system, not county-specific) confirmed active in 2026.
2026
Boone County property records online
Boone County property assessment and recorder office online portal active in 2026.

The 4-Step Boone County Records Pathway

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Step 1 — Start at the Boone County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Boone County clerk's office is the first stop.
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Step 2 — Use the Missouri statewide systems
Criminal background, court case search, voter registration, and professional licensing are all run at the Missouri state level — not by the county.
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Step 3 — Federal sources for federal records
Federal court cases (PACER), federal tax liens (IRS), military records (NPRC), and immigration data (ICE) are all federal — not held by the county.
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Step 4 — Cross-check before relying on data
Most county portals lag 24-48 hours behind the courthouse. For time-sensitive verification, call the clerk directly.

Five Things People Get Wrong About Boone County Records

❌ Myth: "Boone County maintains all criminal records."
✓ Truth: False. Criminal records for Boone County are held by the Missouri state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
❌ Myth: "Records sealed in Boone County are gone everywhere."
✓ Truth: False. Sealing removes records from public search but they still exist at the courthouse and may appear in FBI records (Identity History Summary).
❌ Myth: "Free 'instant background' sites have Boone County data."
✓ Truth: False. Only the official Missouri state repository has verified, current Boone County data. Free sites often have stale data.
❌ Myth: "The Boone County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
✓ Truth: False. The Boone County assessor's value is for property tax purposes only — usually below market value.
❌ Myth: "All county records older than 50 years are public."
✓ Truth: Partially false. Public-records rules vary by record type AND state. Court records and deeds are usually older-public; vital records remain restricted longer (often 75-125 years).

Primary Sources (All Verified)

Related — Boone County & Missouri Records

For records not specific to Boone County, use Missouri's statewide system or the national hub.
📍 Missouri statewide record systems:
🇺🇸 National hubs:
Related Public Records
Other counties in Missouri: Benton · Bollinger · Buchanan · Butler · Caldwell

About Boone County, Missouri

Boone County is located in central Missouri. The county seat is Columbia (official site: http://www.showmeboone.com/).

  • Population: 192,154
  • Households: 74,269
  • Median household income: $66,564
  • Median home value: $237,600
  • Below poverty line: 17.8%
  • Land area: 685.6 sq mi
  • Population density: 280.3 people / sq mi
  • Public libraries indexed: 5
  • NCES schools indexed: 52
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Home | Recorder of Deeds
Official Free
Requests can be made by phone by calling (573) 886-4345, or in person at the Boone County Government Center (801 East Walnut, Rm 132, Columbia, MO 65201-7728). Certified copies of marriage licenses can also be ordered securely online by visiting ...
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Boone County News | 2025 Boone County Property Tax Statements Have Been Mailed
Official Free
Pay in person at Centralia City Hall on December 4 or at the Southern Boone County Library in Ashland on December 5, where staff from the Collector's Office will be accepting property tax payments. Collection times are 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
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2020 Boone County Property Tax Statements Have Been Mailed
Official Free
Property tax statements, licenses, and special assessments for the 2020 bill year have been placed in the mail to Boone County taxpayers . Brian McCollum, Boone County Collector of Revenue, recommends that taxpayers should always open and inspect ...
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Unclaimed Property Search - Boone County Sign On
Official Free
Unclaimed Property · View · Budget Reports · Commission Meetings Calendar · Comprehensive Annual Financial Report · County News · Outstanding Tax Bill · Parcel Maps · Recent Arrests · Registered Sex Offender Map · Road Closures · Snow Routes · Tax Receipts · Traffic Count Data · Boone County Communities ·
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Missouri Tax Credit Programs | Assessor
Property & Tax Records
OfficialFree

Property Tax Credit

boonemo.gov
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Real Estate Property Tax Bills - Search
Property & Tax Records
OfficialFree

Real Estate Property Tax Bills - Search

showmeboone.com
RD
About the Recorder
Recorded Documents
OfficialFree

About the Recorder

boonemo.gov
GS
Interactive Maps
Property & Tax Records
OfficialFree

Interactive Maps

data-boonecountymogis.hub.arcgis.com
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Aerial Photographs
Official Free
Use Form MO-PTC, Property Tax Credit Claim, call (800) 877-6881 or download the form from the Missouri Department of Revenue: Property Tax Credit Claim . For more information, call the Missouri Department of Revenue at (573) 751-3505.
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13th Judicial Circuit of Missouri | Boone County Circuit Clerk
Official Free
The Boone County Circuit Clerk's & annual records for qualified surety bond company's, and providing the court with statistical and case management reports. The Boone County Circuit Clerk's Office is located in the Boone County Courthouse on the first and second floors. The office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. This office honors all holidays regulated by the State of Missouri
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ONLINE SERVICES MENU
Official Free
This site lists the current outstanding misdemeanor & traffic warrants (over 30 days old) in Boone County, Missouri. This form allows you to submit an anonymous tip to the Boone County Sheriff's Department. The civil process search enables users to search by name or court-assigned number to see if a paper has been served.
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13th Circuit Judicial Circuit - Ashland Municipal Court
Official Free
Click on Case.net. Enter the case number found on your ticket. If your case number appears, select “Plead and Pay” and follow the steps. If “Plead and Pay” is not an option, this may indicate your offense requires a court appearance. Please call the Boone County Circuit Clerk’s office ...
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13th Judicial Circuit of Missouri | BNE Probate
Official Free
Below, you will find two indices County, Missouri. These indices can be used to search for probate records from 1819 to 1981. If an estate was open for the individual you are researching during this period, you can search by name to locate the estate file number. Once you have the estate number, you will need to view the file in person at the Boone County Courthouse, as no files
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Boone County, Missouri Government
Official Free
These pioneers were drawn to the area's rolling foothills, wide open prairies and scenic bluffs overlooking the Missouri river. Originally known as Boone's Lick Country, the settlement was named for the nearby salt lick operated by Daniel Boone's sons. In 1839, Boone County became home to the first Land Grant University established west of the Mississippi. Today, Boone County sits at the crossroads of major highways and is a regional hub for commerce, healthcare, and innovation. Known for its outstanding quality of life and cultural activity, Boone County continues to be one of America's…
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Current Detainees of Boone County Jail
Official Free
Boone County Sheriff's Office 2121 County Dr.
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Boone County Tax Entity Viewer
Official Free
The existence, dimension, and location of features, as well as other information, should not be relied upon for any purpose without actual field verification. The County of Boone makes no warranty of any kind concerning the completeness or accuracy of information contained on these maps and ...
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Boone County Sheriff's Office
Criminal & Court Records
OfficialFree

Registered Offender's List - Sheriff

boonecountymo.org
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Check Your Voter Registration - Missouri Secretary of State
Official Free
If you type "Penny" in the First lookup will not locate your registration. When checking your voter registration, make sure to fill out all fields. If you are asked for your street name, do not include the type (St, Ln, Rd, Blvd, etc.) in the name. sos.mo.gov Internet Privacy Policy Bid Opportunities Proposed Rules Periodic Rule Review Voter ID Missouri State Government
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April 08, 2025 Municipal Election Boone County, Missouri Final Official
Voter Records
OfficialFree

Election Results

boonemo.gov
VR
Voters
Official Free
Municipal Election · Boone County, Missouri · Final Official · Precinct by Precinct Overview · CENTRALIA R6 SCHOOL BOARD ELECTION · VOTE FOR 2 · BRIAN P. BOSTICK · DWAIN B. SHELTON · Write-in Totals · Write-in: Denise · Haliman · Write-in: Denisi Holiman ·
Request Boone County Data Access
Official Free
Access to some data on the Boone County web site requires an access ID and password. Please fill out the form below and submit.
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Marriages
Official Free
Boone County Sheriff's Office · How Can We Help? 07:00 Report · Current Detainees · Arrest Warrants · Registered Offenders · Civil Process Search · Records Request · Incident Mapping · Media Releases · Related Resources · Online Services · Career Opportunities ·
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Vital Statistics | Health & Senior Services
Official Free
In recent years, the Department of vital records at the original source. Missouri Public Health Information Management System (MOPHIMS) Profiles MICA Births Deaths Patient Abstract System (PAS) Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) County-Level Study
RD
Former Director of the Jackson County Recorder of Deeds ...
Official Free
Skip Navigation Contact Us Accessibility Info Search the SOS site
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07:00 Report - Boone County Sign On
Official Free
This report shows who was incarcerated between 07:00 and 07:00 on the previous day. Boone County Sheriff's Office 2121 County Dr.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I look up court cases in Boone County?
Boone County court cases are searchable through the 13th Judicial Circuit of Missouri | Boone County Circuit Clerk portal: https://www.courts.mo.gov/hosted/circuit13/courtoffices/BNEclerk/bneclerkhome.htm. Missouri also operates a state-level case lookup through the Case.net system. For federal matters, see PACER.
How long does an arrest stay on my record in Missouri if I wasn't convicted?
In Missouri, an arrest stays on your record indefinitely unless you petition the court to seal or expunge it, even if charges were dropped or you were found not guilty. Missouri's rules for clearing non-conviction records are stricter than for convictions — start with the Missouri State Highway Patrol.
Can my employer see a sealed record in Missouri?
Generally, most private employers running a standard name-based check cannot see a sealed Missouri record. However, government employers, law enforcement, schools, healthcare facilities, and any role requiring a fingerprint-based check can see sealed records under specific statutory exemptions. Confirm specifics with the sealing court.
Will a criminal conviction lead to deportation?
It depends on the offense, the person's immigration status, and current federal enforcement priorities. Aggravated felonies and crimes of moral turpitude carry the highest immigration risk. Even a sealed or expunged state conviction may still count under federal immigration law. Consult an immigration attorney.