Holt County Sex Offender Search

Holt County sex offender records are managed by Sheriff Tiger Parsons and the Missouri State Highway Patrol. You can look up registered sex offenders in Holt County through the MSHP state database or by contacting the sheriff's office in Mound City. The county uses the MSHP system for sex offender tracking. Both the state and local sources are free and open to the public. No special reason is needed to access the registry data for Holt County or anywhere else in Missouri.

Holt County Sheriff's Office

Sheriff Tiger Parsons runs the Holt County Sheriff's Office in Mound City. The office handles sex offender registration for the entire county. Under RSMo 589.400, all sex offenders in Holt County must register at the sheriff's office. Staff track who is on the list and process regular check-ins. You can call or visit the office to ask about registered sex offenders. The information is public.

Holt County uses the MSHP system for sex offender tracking. This means the state database has the most up-to-date information on offenders in the county. The Holt County Sheriff's website provides contact details and general information about the office.

Search Holt County Sex Offenders Online

The MSHP sex offender registry is the best place to search for sex offenders in Holt County. You can filter by county to see only Holt County results. Each listing shows the offender's name, photo, address, and the conviction that led to registration. The search is free and quick.

The DPS also maintains a dedicated page for Holt County sex offenders. Visit the Holt County page on the DPS site for a county-specific listing.

The National Sex Offender Public Website also covers Holt County. NSOPW pulls data from all 50 states. If someone moved to Mound City from another state, you can check their record here at no cost.

Sex Offender Registration in Holt County

Sex offenders in Holt County must register with Sheriff Parsons' office in Mound City within three days of moving to the county or being released from custody. RSMo 589.414 sets out what information the offender must give: name, address, date of birth, and other details. A photo and fingerprints are taken at the time of registration.

Check-in frequency depends on tier level. Tier I offenders check in yearly. Tier II offenders check in every six months. Tier III offenders check in every 90 days. Holt County is a small county, but the same rules apply as in larger places. Missing a check-in is a felony in Missouri. If an offender moves out of Holt County, they must tell the sheriff first and register in the new county within three days.

All changes to address, vehicle, or internet accounts must be reported to the Holt County sheriff promptly.

Community Alerts in Holt County

Missouri's free community notification lets you get email alerts when a sex offender moves near you. Sign up at the MSHP community notification page. You set the radius around your home. This covers Holt County and every other county in the state. It works well for residents of small communities like Mound City who want to know who lives nearby.

The Missouri Department of Public Safety has additional information about sex offender laws and community safety programs.

Note: Notifications only cover offenders who are required to register under Missouri law.

Holt County Sex Offender Laws

Holt County follows Missouri's statewide sex offender laws. RSMo 589.400 creates the three-tier system. Tier I offenders register for 15 years. Tier II offenders register for 25 years. Tier III offenders register for life. The Holt County Sheriff assigns the tier at first registration based on the offense and criminal history.

Under RSMo 589.401, some offenders may petition to be removed from the registry. They must meet specific conditions and file a petition in circuit court. The prosecutor and victim have a right to speak at the hearing. In Holt County, these petitions are filed with the local circuit court in Mound City.

Holt County Court Records

You can find court records for sex offender cases in Holt County on Case.net. Search by name or case number. Results include charges, case status, and the outcome. This is a free tool run by the Missouri courts.

The Family Care Safety Registry provides background checks that include sex offender information. Holt County residents who need this check can apply through the state.

Holt County Offender Compliance

Sheriff Tiger Parsons enforces sex offender registration rules across Holt County. Even with only about 4,000 residents, the same state laws apply. Offenders who miss a check-in or give false information face felony charges under Missouri law. The sheriff can issue warrants for non-compliant offenders. In a county this small, compliance issues tend to get noticed fast.

Holt County is in the far northwest corner of Missouri. It borders Nebraska and is close to Iowa. Offenders who cross state lines must register in every state where they live or work. The NSOPW is the best tool for checking records across state borders. If someone moves from Nebraska or Iowa into Holt County, they must register with Sheriff Parsons within three days. The Missouri Sunshine Law protects your right to access sex offender data in Holt County.

Sex Offender Residence Rules in Holt County

Missouri law puts limits on where sex offenders can live. Under RSMo 566.147, sex offenders cannot live within 1,000 feet of a school or child care facility. RSMo 566.149 sets a 500-foot buffer from schools as well. RSMo 566.150 bars offenders from living within 500 feet of public parks and swimming pools. These rules apply across Holt County, including Mound City.

Holt County is mostly rural. There are fewer schools and parks than in larger counties. Still, the rules apply the same way. Sheriff Tiger Parsons enforces these distance limits. If an offender moves to a home that is too close to a restricted area, they must find a new place to live. The sheriff's office can help clarify which addresses are off-limits. Violations carry serious penalties under Missouri law.

Reporting Concerns in Holt County

If you have a concern about a sex offender in Holt County, there are ways to report it. You can call the MSHP sex offender tip line at 888-767-6747. You can also send an email to mosor@mshp.dps.mo.gov. These lines are for tips about offenders who may not be following the rules. The Holt County Sheriff's Office also takes reports in person or by phone.

The Missouri Crime Victims line at 800-347-6881 is another resource. It helps victims of sex crimes get support and learn about their rights. Holt County residents who see something wrong should not wait to report it. Quick action helps law enforcement keep the community safe.

Nearby Counties

These counties neighbor Holt County in northwest Missouri. Offenders must register where they live. Verify the county before searching.