INDEPENDENCE · PUBLIC-RECORDS TRANSPARENCY GRADE
A
20/24
Independence gets an A.
Jackson County grade A (20/24) computed from six criteria.
Note: County-level grade from Jackson County applies — no separate city grade yet computed for Independence.
COMPUTED 2026-08-29 12:34 UTC · SCORE 20/24
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FBI.gov
FBI Wanted
U.S. Courts
BOP Inmate Locator
STATUS LEGEND: LIVE = HTTP 200-399 · WARN = 4xx · DEAD = 5xx · PENDING = checker could not reach (may still be live in browser)
Sources checked
- → https://www.fbi.gov [LIVE · HTTP 206 · 2026-08-29 12:32 UTC]
- → https://www.fbi.gov/wanted [LIVE · HTTP 206 · 2026-08-29 12:32 UTC]
- → https://www.uscourts.gov/ [LIVE · HTTP 206 · 2026-08-29 12:32 UTC]
- → https://www.bop.gov/inmateloc/ [LIVE · HTTP 200 · 2026-08-29 12:32 UTC]
Method: Live source health verified against official government portals at the timestamp shown. Grade computed from a six-criterion rubric (records access, fees, turnaround, e-filing, mugshot policy, body-cam release). How we grade →
Live · FBI Most Wanted · MO Field Offices (Statewide)
Currently Wanted by the FBI
Active FBI cases from the MO field office (statewide). Data: api.fbi.gov, refreshed every 6 hours.
Wanted
DOUBLE MURDER
Wanted
BERKELEY, MISSOURI - MISSING INDIVIDUALS
Wanted
KIM YE WON
Wanted
KO CHUNG SOK
Source: FBI.gov · Wanted
Live · NCMEC Missing Children · MO
Children Missing From Missouri (Statewide)
Active Missouri cases from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (statewide feed). Refreshed every 6 hours.
Camille Furlow (MO)
Serenity Bouie-Watson (MO)
Anthony Jackson (MO)
David Adcock (MO)
Khloe Crockett (MO)
Deanthony Miner (MO)
Source: NCMEC · National Center for Missing & Exploited Children · If you have information, call 1-800-THE-LOST (1-800-843-5678).
Live · Updated Daily
Recent Missouri Court Cases
Most recent Missouri court filings indexed across districts and counties.
| Docket | Parties | Indexed |
|---|---|---|
| BANKRUPTCY 26-43787 | Eddie Edward Taylor | 08/28/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-43788 | Anthony Robert Spencer and Connie Diane Spencer | 08/28/2026 |
| CIVIL 4:26-cv-01386 | Zurich American Insurance Company et al v. Huffman Construction, LLC | 08/28/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-41359-can13 | John Frank Camacho and Kathy Sue Camacho | 08/28/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-43784 | Terri Michell Ball | 08/28/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-43783 | Antrinece Marlynn Taylor | 08/28/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-43785 | Cameron T. Hardin | 08/28/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-43786 | Hannah R. Richardson | 08/28/2026 |
| CIVIL 4:26-cv-01385 | MAIN STREET RENEWAL LLC v. ATLANTIC CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY et al | 08/28/2026 |
| CRIMINAL 1:26-cr-00067-1 | USA v. Webb | 08/28/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 23-40597-btf13 | Patricia Louise Bonilla | 08/28/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 24-20041-can13 | James NMN Mancil, Jr. and Carol Inez Mancil | 08/28/2026 |
Cited Answers · Verified Sources
Common Questions
Answers verified against official agency websites and state statutes.
How do I search property ownership in Independence?▼
To search property ownership in Independence, MO (Jackson County), use the Jackson County Assessor at https://www.jacksongov.org/government/departments/assessment/ for ownership, parcel, and assessed-value data. The Jackson County Recorder of Deeds at https://www.jacksongov.org/government/departments/recorder-of-deeds/ records deeds, mortgages, and liens — searchable online. The City of Independence Finance Department at https://www.independencemo.org/ provides city tax info. Missouri Sunshine Law (Chapter 610 RSMo) makes deeds and assessments public; certified copies typically cost $2.40 plus $1/page at the Recorder. Sources: Jackson County Recorder (https://www.jacksongov.org/government/departments/recorder-of-deeds/), Jackson County Assessor (https://www.jacksongov.org/government/departments/assessment/).
What's the way to search for inmates in Jackson?▼
To search for inmates in Jackson County, MO, the Jackson County Detention Center inmate search at https://www.jacksongov.org/ shows current detainees at the JCDC in Kansas City. The Jackson County Sheriff is at 415 E. 12th Street, Suite 100, Kansas City, MO 64106 (816-881-1100). For state-prison inmates, the Missouri Department of Corrections Offender Search at https://web.mo.gov/doc/offSearchWeb/searchOffender.do shows current state inmates from Jackson County. The Federal BOP locator at https://www.bop.gov/inmateloc/ covers federal facilities. Missouri Sunshine Law (Chapter 610 RSMo) governs disclosure. Sources: Jackson County (https://www.jacksongov.org/), MO DOC (https://doc.mo.gov/).
How do I search property ownership in Independence?▼
To search property ownership in Independence, MO (Jackson County), use the Jackson County Assessor at https://www.jacksongov.org/government/departments/assessment/ for ownership, parcel, and assessed-value data. The Jackson County Recorder of Deeds at https://www.jacksongov.org/government/departments/recorder-of-deeds/ records deeds, mortgages, and liens — searchable online. The City of Independence Finance Department at https://www.independencemo.org/ provides city tax info. Missouri Sunshine Law (Chapter 610 RSMo) makes deeds and assessments public; certified copies typically cost $2.40 plus $1/page at the Recorder. Sources: Jackson County Recorder (https://www.jacksongov.org/government/departments/recorder-of-deeds/), Jackson County Assessor (https://www.jacksongov.org/government/departments/assessment/).
How do I get a criminal background check in Kansas City?▼
Kansas City, MO (Jackson County) criminal background check: Missouri State Highway Patrol Criminal Records (https://www.mshp.dps.missouri.gov/MSHPWeb/PatrolDivisions/CRID/) — $14 name-based, $20 fingerprint, Mo. Rev. Stat. §43.503 (https://revisor.mo.gov/main/OneSection.aspx?section=43.503). Live scan IdentoGO MO (https://www.identogo.com/locations/missouri). Kansas City PD records (https://www.kcpd.org/) and Jackson County Sheriff (https://www.jacksongov.org/government/departments/sheriff). Court records: Missouri Case.net (https://www.courts.mo.gov/casenet/) — free statewide. FBI Identity History Summary $18. Mo. Sunshine Law (Mo. Rev. Stat. §610.010). Ban-the-box: Mo. Rev. Stat. §314.200.
Where can I find information about the age of the population?▼
Kansas City, MO (Jackson County) age population data: U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts Kansas City city, MO (https://www.census.gov/quickfacts/) — age breakdown (under 5, under 18, 65+, median age). American Community Survey 5-year estimates (https://data.census.gov/) for Tables S0101 (Age and Sex), B01001 detailed age by sex. Mid-America Regional Council (https://www.marc.org/) for regional demographic data. Missouri Office of Administration Demographics (https://oa.mo.gov/budget-planning/demographic-information). Kansas City Health Department for health-age statistics. Mo. Sunshine Law (Mo. Rev. Stat. §610.010). Census American FactFinder for detailed comparisons.
Where do I order a death record in Kansas City?▼
Kansas City, MO death records: Jackson County Recorder of Deeds (https://www.jacksongov.org/government/departments/recorder-of-deeds) for vital records issued at county. Statewide: Missouri Bureau of Vital Records (https://health.mo.gov/data/vitalrecords/) — death certificates 1910+, $14 per copy (Mo. Rev. Stat. §193.255 https://revisor.mo.gov/main/OneSection.aspx?section=193.255). Order online via VitalChek (https://www.vitalchek.com/). Older records via Missouri State Archives (https://www.sos.mo.gov/archives). Kansas City Health Department (https://www.kcmo.gov/city-hall/departments/health) for local. Mo. Sunshine Law (Mo. Rev. Stat. §610.010).
📊 Public Data Sources for Independence, MO
Aggregated from federal agencies (DOJ, FBI, EPA, IRS, CFPB, HHS-OIG, FDIC, NPPES) and local arrest feeds. All sources public-domain.
🔎 Crime Data & Public Safety Sources
Direct lookups · Independence, MO · external links open in new tab
Official Crime Statistics & Registries
.GOVFBI Crime Data Explorer
Official UCR / NIBRS crime stats for MO
.GOVNSOPW (Sex Offender Registry)
DOJ — search all 50 state registries
.GOVBureau of Justice Statistics
DOJ's primary criminal-justice data agency
.GOVCDC WISQARS
Injury, violence & fatality stats by county
.GOVUS Marshals 15 Most Wanted
Federal fugitives
.GOVATF Most Wanted
Firearms, arson & explosives fugitives
Interactive Crime Maps
Federal Agency Lookups (MO)
.GOVEPA ECHO
Environmental violations & enforcement by facility
.GOVNPPES NPI Registry
Search healthcare providers in MO
.GOVFDIC BankFind
FDIC-insured banks in MO
.GOVCFPB Consumer Complaints
Financial-product complaints database
.GOVOFAC Sanctions Search
US Treasury sanctions list
.GOVSEC EDGAR
Public-company filings in MO
.GOVIRS Tax-Exempt Search
501(c)(3) nonprofit lookups
.GOVUS Census Bureau
Demographics & statistics for MO
📰 Recent Federal Law Enforcement News 8 items
Statewide (MO) — federal-news feed scoped to state
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🏥 Healthcare Providers (NPPES) 8
City of Independence, MO
| Name | City |
|---|---|
| GREGORY BARBER | INDEPENDENCE |
| YAN CHEN | INDEPENDENCE |
| DONALD CLEMENT | INDEPENDENCE |
| THOMAS JONES | INDEPENDENCE |
| ARTHUR BROCK | INDEPENDENCE |
| JOSEPH EISENACH | INDEPENDENCE |
| KENNETH WEINAND | INDEPENDENCE |
| DALE WYTOCK | INDEPENDENCE |
🏭 EPA Regulated Facilities 8
| Facility | City |
|---|---|
| MCDONALD AUTO BODY INC | INDEPENDENCE |
| CASEYS GENERAL STORE # 2213 | INDEPENDENCE |
| DOVE CLEANERS | INDEPENDENCE |
| QUIKTRIP #155 | INDEPENDENCE |
| TEDS TRASH SERVICE INC | INDEPENDENCE |
| EMMERT WELDING AND MFG CO | INDEPENDENCE |
| CVS PHARMACY #10241 | INDEPENDENCE |
| ATHERTON WTP | INDEPENDENCE |
💰 CFPB Consumer Complaints 6
Statewide (MO) — CFPB data not available below state level
| Date | Company | Issue |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-21 | TRANSUNION INTERMEDIAT | Incorrect information on your report |
| 2026-05-21 | TRANSUNION INTERMEDIAT | Improper use of your report |
| 2026-05-21 | TRANSUNION INTERMEDIAT | Problem with a company's investigati |
| 2026-05-21 | Experian Information S | Incorrect information on your report |
| 2026-05-20 | Experian Information S | Problem with a company's investigati |
| 2026-05-20 | I.C. System, Inc. | Electronic communications |
⛔ HHS-OIG Excluded Individuals 8
City of Independence, MO
| Name | Type |
|---|---|
| JEWELL BEEM | 1128a3 |
| ROBERT BLACKANN | 1128b4 |
| KRISTAL DUNNIC | 1128b4 |
| DANA FARIS | 1128b14 |
| LOUIE FERRO | 1128a3 |
| CALEB HOWELL | 1128b4 |
| JENNIFER JOHNSON | 1128b4 |
| RAJESH MALHOTRA | 1128a2 |
🎗 IRS Tax-Exempt Nonprofits 8
City of Independence, MO
🏦 FDIC-Insured Banks 1
| Bank | City |
|---|---|
| Blue Ridge Bank and Trust Co. | Independence |
🏛️ Latest Government Feeds 12
Direct from MO state + federal sources · no aggregators
doj_news
Registered Sex Offender/Parolee Charged with Receipt and Possession of Child Pornography
Aug 28, 2026
doj_news
Law Enforcement Officers Honored for Investigations Related to Foreign Acts of Violence and Deadly Fentanyl Distribution
Aug 28, 2026
doj_news
Springfield Man Sentenced to 24 Months for Threatening to Blow Up Schools and Kill California District Attorney’s Office Employee
Aug 27, 2026
doj_news
Former Missouri Pastor Convicted of All Charges Related to Pandemic, Auto, Personal Loan Fraud
Aug 26, 2026
doj_news
Nevada, Missouri Man Sentenced for Embezzling Approximately $1.5 Million from Employer and Filing a False Tax Return
Aug 26, 2026
doj_news
Franklin County Man Caught with Over One-Half Pound of Meth Sentenced to 140 Months in Prison
Aug 26, 2026
doj_news
St. Joseph Man Sentenced to 50 Years Imprisonment for Drug & Money Laundering Conspiracy
Aug 26, 2026
Federal Circuit
QUOTE – Furniture procurement, delivery & installation – Cincinnati, OH
Aug 24, 2026
FBI National
Former U.S. Government Employee Pleads Guilty to Attempting to Provide Classified Information to Foreign Government
Aug 27, 2026
Sources: state appellate courts, state AGs, DOJ, SEC, FTC, FDA, DOL, Federal Reserve, OCC, and more. Direct from .gov — never aggregated.