How may I obtain a criminal background check and is there a fee? Missouri

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Two types of searches may be performed -- a name search or a fingerprint search.
A name search uses a 1) name, 2) date of birth, and 3) social security number to search the database. A fee of $5.00 is charged for this search. Only open records will be released with a name search. If mailing in the request, the name, date of birth, and social security number of the person on which the request will be done can be put into a letter format along with the return address where the results are to be mailed. A more formal "Request for Criminal Record Check" SHP-158E may also be obtained through our office.

A fingerprint search uses a set of fingerprints to search the Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS) database. A fee of $14.00 is charged for this service. Positive identification can ONLY be assured by a fingerprint search. Closed records may be released with fingerprints only if the requestor is authorized by statute to receive them. If mailing in the fingerprint search request, your local law enforcement agency or Patrol Headquarters can take the fingerprints for you and you may submit the card to the Records Repository.

A check or money order is required and must be submitted with the request. No cash will be accepted.