The Public Information Office coordinates internal and external print and digital communications as well as media relations and public information for the department. Staff members handle:
- News media inquiries
- Public records and data requests
- Coordination of staff and offender interviews
- Department statements and announcements
- Digital communications
- Photo, video and graphic design production
- Social media accounts
- Employee communications
- Marketing and recruitment campaigns
- Department publications
- Event promotion
For media inquiries:
573-522-1118
doc.media@doc.mo.gov
Constituent Services
The Constituent Services Office processes inquiries from offenders’ families and friends, legislative offices and the public. Employing a customer-focused approach, the office provides consistent, accurate and timely information about offenders as well as the department's policies, procedures and practices.
For inquiries about family and friends who are incarcerated or on supervision with the department:
573-526-2695
constsrv@doc.mo.gov