How to Get a Copy of Your Police Report from Lawrence County (Mt. Vernon)

The Lawrence County Sheriff's Office only releases reports to the person who originally filed them. That means a spouse, parent, friend, or other family member typically can't pick one up on someone else's behalf. Trying to get a report connected to a loved one's situation? First, check whether the person who filed it can retrieve it themselves. If that's not possible, call the Sheriff's Office and ask what options exist for someone else to request it.

Head to the Lawrence County Sheriff's Office at 1525 Missouri Drive, Mt. Vernon, MO 65712. Report copies must be obtained in person at this location.

Can't make it in person - or unsure if you're eligible to pick up the report? Call first. The Lawrence County Sheriff's Office has a 24-hour phone line: 417-466-2131. A quick call can save you a wasted trip. Confirm whether the report is ready, what to bring, and whether anyone besides the original filer can receive a copy.

• ✓ Confirm the report is ready and available for pickup in person
• ✓ Ask what identification you’ll need to show at the Sheriff’s Office
• ✓ Verify who is allowed to pick up the report (especially if you’re calling for a family member)
• ✓ Ask whether there are any exceptions for someone else to pick it up, and what the office would require
• ✓ Check whether there are fees for copies and what payment methods are accepted

1. Review the copy before you leave - While you’re still at the desk at 1525 Missouri Drive, scan it for obvious issues (missing pages, wrong date/name) so you can ask about fixes right away.
2. Ask about additional or certified copies - If you’ll need to provide the report to a court, insurer, or attorney, ask what kind of copy they can provide and whether there are extra costs.
3. Store it somewhere safe - Treat it like a vital record. Take a clear photo or scan for your own records and keep the paper copy in a secure place.
4. Follow up with the Sheriff’s Office if questions come up - If something doesn’t make sense after you read it, call and ask what your next step should be.