Find Traffic Ticket Records in Butler County
Butler County traffic ticket records are processed through the 36th Judicial Circuit Court in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. If you got a ticket in Butler County from the state patrol, sheriff, or a city officer, you can look up your case on Missouri Case.net or contact the Circuit Clerk directly. This page covers how to search your case, pay your fine, and what to expect from the Butler County court process.
Butler County Quick Facts
Butler County Circuit Court Traffic Records
The Butler County Circuit Court processes all state-level traffic citations filed in the county. The clerk's office is at 100 N Main Street in Poplar Bluff and can be reached at (573) 686-8087. The Butler County Circuit Court website has information about court procedures, fees, and how to access your case. Traffic records maintained by this office are available to the public and can be searched through Missouri Case.net.
The 36th Judicial Circuit serves Butler County alone. Citations from Missouri State Highway Patrol Troop E and the Butler County Sheriff's Department at (573) 686-8070 go through this court. More serious offenses require a court appearance and cannot be resolved online. Under RSMo 302.302, points are assessed to your driving record for each traffic conviction, and accumulating too many can trigger a license suspension from the Missouri Department of Revenue.
The Circuit Clerk office is located at 100 N Main Street in Poplar Bluff and maintains all official traffic case records for the 36th Circuit. The Butler County Circuit Court website provides access to court information and case details.
The Butler County Circuit Court website at butlercountymo.com lists court procedures and payment instructions for traffic cases handled in the 36th Judicial Circuit.
| Office | Butler County Circuit Clerk |
|---|---|
| Address | 100 N Main Street, Poplar Bluff, MO 63901 |
| Phone | (573) 686-8087 |
| Fax | (573) 686-8094 |
| Website | butlercountymo.com/circuit-courts |
36th Judicial Circuit Court
The 36th Judicial Circuit handles all state traffic cases originating in Butler County. The Missouri Courts website has a dedicated page for the 36th Judicial Circuit with contact details and jurisdiction information. Cases from the MSHP and Butler County Sheriff go through this circuit. The circuit court handles the full range of traffic offenses from minor speeding tickets to DWI charges.
The Missouri Courts system page for the 36th Circuit provides information about court jurisdiction and procedures for Butler County traffic cases.
The Missouri Courts website lists contact information and court details for the 36th Judicial Circuit serving Butler County traffic cases.
Searching Butler County Traffic Ticket Records
Missouri Case.net at courts.mo.gov/casenet is the official state portal for looking up Butler County traffic cases. Search by your name, case number, or citation number. Results typically show up within 10 days of a ticket being issued. The system shows your charges, any scheduled court dates, and the amount owed. You can also set up case notifications through the "Track This Case" feature.
For tickets eligible for online resolution, the "Plead and Pay" option on Case.net lets you enter a guilty plea and pay without appearing in court. This works for many minor traffic infractions in Butler County. If your citation requires a court appearance, Case.net will show that too, and you must appear on the scheduled date. Under RSMo 479.120, traffic violations bureaus allow minor offenses to be handled administratively, which is what the Plead and Pay system supports.
Note: Allow up to 10 days after a citation is issued for it to appear in Case.net. If your case does not show after two weeks, call the clerk at (573) 686-8087.
Paying Butler County Traffic Fines
Butler County offers several ways to pay traffic fines. Online payment through Missouri's Pay By Web system is available at courts.mo.gov/pbw. You can also use the CourtMoney system for eligible payments. In-person payments at the clerk's office at 100 N Main Street are accepted in cash, check, or by card. Mail a check or money order to the same address if you prefer not to appear in person.
Butler County has a structured payment plan for those who cannot pay all at once. The minimum monthly payment for misdemeanor traffic or infraction court costs is $50 per month. If you fail to pay on time, the court may add a $25 time payment fee, though that fee is removed if you pay in full within 30 days. Ignoring the fine entirely has real consequences: the Butler County court can refer unpaid fines to the CSI collection agency, which adds a 20% collection fee to what you owe. Beyond the collection fee, non-payment can lead to a license suspension, an active warrant for your arrest, and a state tax offset, where the government intercepts any Missouri state tax refund you are owed.
Poplar Bluff Municipal Court
The Poplar Bluff Municipal Court handles traffic violations charged as city ordinance offenses within Poplar Bluff city limits. If your ticket was written by a Poplar Bluff city officer citing a local ordinance, your case is with the municipal court rather than the circuit court. Contact the municipal court at (573) 686-8600 for case information. The City of Poplar Bluff website has additional information about the municipal court and payment options for city traffic tickets.
State charges, even if issued within city limits, still go to the Butler County Circuit Court. The key is what law is cited on your ticket. A state statute number means circuit court; a city ordinance number means municipal court. If you are unsure, call either office and they can direct you to the right place.
Points and License Suspension in Butler County
Every traffic conviction in Butler County adds points to your Missouri driving record through the Department of Revenue. Speeding carries 3 points. Careless driving adds 4. A DWI conviction means 8 points for the first offense. If you hit 8 points in any 18-month window, the DOR suspends your license for 30 days. Twelve points in 12 months triggers a full one-year revocation.
To check your current point total or order a copy of your driving record, contact the Missouri DOR at (573) 526-2407. Records showing violations from the past three to five years are available. If you want to reduce points after a Butler County conviction, ask the court whether you qualify for the Driver Improvement Program under RSMo 302.309. Completing an approved course can remove points and may help you avoid a suspension.
Missouri State Highway Patrol Troop E at (573) 840-9500 is the primary state enforcement agency on Butler County roads and highways.
Legal Resources for Butler County Traffic Cases
If you want to contest a ticket or need a lawyer for a serious Butler County traffic charge, use the Missouri Bar's LawyerSearch to find attorneys in the Poplar Bluff area. The Missouri Bar also runs a Free Legal Answers program for residents with limited income. The Butler County Prosecuting Attorney at (573) 686-8060 handles state-level prosecutions and may be a resource if you have questions about your specific charge and its potential consequences.
For most minor traffic citations in Butler County, no attorney is needed. The online Plead and Pay system handles straightforward cases. But for DWI, driving while suspended, or cases where you face points that could trigger a suspension, legal advice is worth getting before you decide how to respond to the ticket.
Nearby Counties
Ripley County is part of the same 36th Judicial Circuit as Butler County. The counties below border Butler County or share the same judicial area.