Recent Stl mugshots and arrest records are all processed at the City Justice Center, the central booking and detention facility located at 200 South Tucker Boulevard, St. Louis, Missouri 63102.
It is operated and managed by the St. Louis Division of Corrections under the Department of Public Safety.
All booking records and mugshots are public records under the Missouri Sunshine Law. Every individual listed is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Official St. Louis Records & Contact Directory
Agency |
Physical Address |
Phone |
Portal Status |
Direct Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
St. Louis Division of Corrections / City Justice Center |
200 South Tucker Boulevard, St. Louis, MO 63102 |
(314) 621-5848 |
Live/Public |
|
22nd Judicial Circuit Court Clerk (Dispositions) |
10 North Tucker Boulevard, St. Louis, MO 63101 |
(314) 622-4500 |
Live/Public |
Our team verified all links and contact details on February 26, 2026. Current Commissioner of Corrections is Nate Hayward.
How to Navigate the St. Louis Inmate Portal (Verified Steps)
- Go directly to the STL Inmate Locator.
- Enter the Last Name (required) and First Name if known.
- Click Search — the portal can display all current inmates if left blank.
- Scan the results list for the correct person.
- Click the inmate’s name or row to open full details and view the mugshot.
- Note the Master Number (inmate ID) and current bond/status.
Human Tip: The portal refreshes frequently but can lag or time out during morning shift changes (around 7:00 AM).
Very recent arrests (under 4–6 hours) may not appear yet — try again later or call the Justice Center directly.
Analyzing the Booking Log – Data Transparency
Each record typically displays:
- Mugshot photo
- Full name and aliases
- Date of birth, age, race, sex
- Master Number (unique inmate ID)
- Booking date and time
- Specific charges with case numbers
- Bond amount and type
- Current housing location and status
- Arresting agency
“Held for Other Agency” means the inmate is detained on a warrant, detainer, or request from another county, state, federal agency, or immigration authorities (in addition to or instead of local St. Louis charges).
Bail & Financial Release Procedures
Missouri uses cash bonds and surety bonds (10% non-refundable premium to a licensed bondsman).
At the City Justice Center bond window, accepted payments are cash, cashier’s checks, or money orders made payable to “St. Louis City Justice Center.” No personal checks.
Credit/debit cards are accepted via kiosks or online portals with convenience fees. Our team confirmed current payment policies on February 26, 2026.
Warning: Administrative processing fees or holds for court costs are common and can increase the total needed for release — always confirm the exact amount.
Inmate Services (Mail, Phone & Money)
The City Justice Center uses Correct Solutions for phone calls, secure messaging, and video visitation.
To set up phone calls, send messages, or schedule video visitation, create a prepaid account at CorrectSolutions.com or call 1-800-943-2189. Kiosks are available in the main lobby for on-site deposits.
Money Deposits: Use lobby kiosks (cash, debit, credit), online through Correct Solutions, or Access Secure Deposits.
Mail Alert: Send all non-legal mail to: [Inmate’s Full Name] [Master Number] City Justice Center 200 South Tucker Boulevard St. Louis, MO 63102
All incoming mail is opened and inspected. Our team verified the current mailing procedure on February 26, 2026.
Warning: Do not send cash, stamps, food, explicit material, or any prohibited items — the entire envelope will be rejected.
Legal & Reputation Survival
Missouri allows expungement and sealing of eligible arrest and conviction records under specific statutes. Petitions are filed through the 22nd Judicial Circuit Court.
Start here: Missouri Courts CaseNet for forms and instructions or contact the Clerk at (314) 622-4500.
For a lawyer referral, contact the Missouri Bar Lawyer Referral Service at 1-800-843-6227 or the St. Louis Bar Association.
Frequently Asked Questions (The “Reality Check”)
- Why is the mugshot not appearing? New bookings can take 4–12 hours (sometimes longer overnight) to process and appear in the locator.
- Can I pay to have this removed? No legitimate service can remove official public records. Avoid predatory “mugshot removal” websites — use only the free official STL portal.
- How do I find a case disposition? The inmate locator does not show outcomes. Search CaseNet using the case number or contact the Circuit Clerk at (314) 622-4500.