Butler County, KS Arrests & Jail Records
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How To Search Butler County Arrest Records
Butler County reports 1,627 arrests annually, out of more than 70,000 arrests across Kansas. Following the Kansas Open Records Act (KORA), public records, including arrest records, are open to the public. Members of the public may view the records freely but must pay between $0.50 and $45 for copies of the records.
Although public records are accessible to the public, not all arrest records are open due to privacy and ongoing investigations. Such records include medical records, juvenile records, and sealed records. Among others, local police departments, persons named on the records, the sheriff's office, and the Butler County Attorney's Office may access the restricted records.
How To Look Up Butler County Arrest Records
Generally, record seekers may access arrest records from various agencies such as the sheriff's office, police departments, courts, and the Kansas Bureau of Investigation.
Sheriff Arrest Records
Interested individuals may submit a written request through mail or in person to access arrest records from the Butler County Sheriff's Office (BCSO). Alternatively, they may complete the Request for Copies of Open Records Form and send it by mail or in person to the BCSO at:
The Sheriff's Office
141 South Gordy Street
El Dorado, KS 67042
Phone: (316) 322-4254
The Sheriff's Office offers an Offender Search Portal where anyone can search for arrest information on offenders.
Police Arrest Records
Individuals may submit a written request or visit the local police department overseeing the city or town where an arrest occurred. They must provide background details such as the individual's name and the arrest date, and must pay to obtain the records. Some police departments in the county include:
Kansas Bureau of Investigation
The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) maintains criminal records, including arrest records for all counties in the state. KBI offers two options for anyone seeking access to arrest records: a name-based search and a fingerprint-based search. Individuals may access criminal records online through the Record Search Portal, which requires a service fee of $30. To use this portal, they must create an account using the KanAccess tool.
Additionally, individuals have the option to obtain arrest records through a fingerprint-based search. To do this, they must submit the offender's fingerprints using the Applicant Fingerprint Cards by mail or in person to KBI at:
Kansas Bureau of Investigation
Attn: Criminal History Records Section
1620 Southwest Tyler
Topeka, KS 66612
This service will cost the applicant $45 per search. For additional information, please refer to the FAQ or contact the KBI at (785) 296-2454.
Criminal Court Records
Records of arrests leading to criminal charges against offenders are available at the Butler County District Court and the Municipal Courts. Record seekers may request information in writing or in person from the court clerk's office. They must pay for the copies of the criminal records. A public access computer is available at the court for individuals to check court records. The Kansas Judicial Branch offers a Public Access Portal where individuals may search criminal records.
Additionally, reputable third-party websites, like InfoTracer, allow individuals to access public records, including arrest records.
Arrest Statistics
Butler County has an index arrest rate of 2,370.6 per 100,000 residents. The table below presents the county's arrest statistics for adult and juvenile categories.
| Arrest Type | Number of Arrests |
|---|---|
| Murder | 1 |
| Simple Assault | 123 |
| DWI | 115 |
| Aggravated Assault | 30 |
| Larceny Theft | 53 |
| Burglary | 17 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 7 |
| Drugs | 134 |
| Burglary | 17 |
| Forgery | 1 |
| Murder | 1 |
| All Other Offenses | 1,146 |
| Total Number of Arrests | 1,627 |
Source: Federal Bureau of Investigation Crime Data Explorer
Butler County Sheriff’s Office
It is situated in Butler county, Kansas with a total number of 101 employees - 6 female, 55 male officers and 40 civilians. Butler County SO ORI (Originated Agency Identifier) number is KS0080000, it belongs to the West North Central division in the Midwest region with a region code of Region II.
- Agency Name: Butler County Sheriff's Office
- State: Kansas
- City: El Dorado
- Type: County
- Address: 141 S. Gordy
- Phone Number: 316) 322-4254
- Fax: (316) 320-3189
- Email: crimetips@bucoks.com
- Website: http://www.bucosheriff.org/
Police Departments in Butler County
| Department | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Andover Police Department | 909 N. Andover Rd. | (316) 733-5177 |
| El Dorado Police Department | 128 N. Vine St. | 316-321-9120 |
| Rose Hill Police Department | 125 W. Rosewood | 316 776-0191 |
Butler County Jail
- Agency Name: Butler County KS Detention Facility
- State: KS
- City: El Dorado
- Type: County
- Address: 701 South Stone Road
- Phone Number: 316-320-7766
- Fax: 316-320-3189
- Website: http://www.bucoks.com/473/Detention-Division
Prisons and Jails in Butler County
| Name | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| El Dorado Correctional Facility (EDCF) | 1737 Se Highway 54, P.o. Box 311 | 316-321-7284 |