Law Information

Filing Criminal Charges

The Prosecuting Attorney's Office does not conduct criminal investigations.


If you desire to pursue the filing of criminal charges, you should contact the appropriate law enforcement agency.


For cases arising within Perryville City limits, contact the City Police Department. For cases elsewhere in Perry County, contact the Perry County Sheriff's Department.


Local Law Enforcement Agencies

Perry County Sheriff's Department

  • Jason Klaus
  • Phone: (573) 547-4576
  • 400 W St Joseph St. Perryville MO 63775
    Perryville, MO 63775

Perryville City Police Department

  • Direk Hunt
  • Phone: (573) 547-4546
  • 400 W St Joseph St. Perryville MO 63775 

Missouri Highway Patrol, Troop C

  • Captain Ronald S. Johnson, Troop Commander
  • Phone: (314) 340-4000
  • Fax: (314) 340-4010
  • Troop C
    599 S. Mason Rd.
    St. Louis, MO 63141