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Frequently Asked Questions
About Audrain County, Missouri

What is the origin of the name AUDRAIN?
Audrain County was named after a Missouri legislator, James H. Audrain (1782 – 1831). The County was organized in 1836.
How far back do the county historical records go?
Births* 1883
Circuit Court Files 1837
Deaths 1883
Elections 1838
Land Records 1836
Marriages 1837
Military Discharges* 1917
Supervisors’ Proceedings 1839
* confidential except as provided by law
What are the qualifications to register to vote?
To register to vote in Audrain County, a person must be a U.S. Citizen, be 17 years of age (18 years by election day) and be a resident of Audrain County.
How do I become a registered voter?
A resident of Audrain County may register to vote at the County Clerk’s office, Mexico, or at several other sites throughout the county.
What Communities are within Audrain County?
Cities:
Farber, Laddonia, Martinsburg, Mexico, Vandalia

Villages:
Benton City, Rush Hill, Vandiver

Townships:
Cuivre, Prairie, Linn, Loutre, South fork, Salt River, Wilson, Saling

Where is the county seat?
Mexico
How do I contact Audrain County executive offices?
See the Audrain County Government page
What county officials are elected?
County Commissioners, County Clerk, Assessor, Recorder, Collector, Treasurer, Circuit Clerk, Public Administrator, Prosecuting Attorney, Circuit Judge, Associate Circuit Judge, Sheriff, Coroner, Surveyor


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