Municipal Court & Police Records is moving to new locations

Important Dates: 

  • March 19 - Police Records Reopens (17221 E. 23rd St. S.) | Last day at 223 N. Memorial Dr. - March 9
  • March 23 - City Council Study Session at IMC (20201 E. Jackson Dr.) | Last day at 111 E. Maple Ave. - March 20
  • March 30 - Municipal Court Reopens (223 N. Memorial Dr.) | Last day at 111 E. Maple Ave. - March 13

More details: independencemo.gov/imc

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Just a step outside Kansas City sits a place where heartland heritage still beats strong—somewhere that will transport you to a different time with a familiar feel.

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