Arrest Records Search

How to Get Arrest Records in Pennsylvania?

Arrest records constitute a vital part of the criminal records. In Pennsylvania, arrest records provide the details regarding the suspect’s criminal act, date and time of the arrest and the officer responsible for the detention. Such records are maintained by law-abiding officers. An arrest record includes the below-mentioned details:

• Basic details which may include name, gender, height, weight and birth date of the suspect
• Date, place and time of detention
• Details of the officer on duty and who was responsible for the arrest
• Name and location of the detention or prison
• Name of the person who issued an arrest warrant
  

What is an Arrest Warrant?

Arrest warrants are an order issued by the court to the police officials to make an arrest of a person who has committed the crime. Sufficient evidence and witness statements form a firm base for a police officer to make an arrest of the suspect. Acquiring an arrest warrant isn’t an easy task. The Police officer or a Sheriff needs to file an affidavit and present it to the Judge or court magistrate for authorization.

The arrest warrant is later signed by the judge or court magistrate on behalf of local jurisdictions. It must be noted that the arrest warrants are valid for a particular time period only. Searching hidden evidence at the suspect’s property or for confiscating illegal property are some instances when arrest warrants are issued too.

How to get Arrest Records in Pennsylvania

 Pennsylvania State Police follows two methods in issuing an arrest record of a particular individual.

Online Method:

The Pennsylvanian State Police department has launched a web-based application in order to process the arrest records of the offender electronically. The application is called ‘Pennsylvania Access To Criminal History’ (PATCH). You can use this application for accessing the arrest record of an individual. All you need to fill-up the form and submit the details by visiting the website of Pennsylvania State Police. Your application will be processed accordingly.

 Visit the website Pennsylvania State Police website and note down the control number. Keep a track of your application by visiting the site on a regular basis. To know queries relating to control number and other details call the toll-free number 1-888-QUERY-PA (1-888-783-7972)

By Submitting an Application:

You can also submit your application to the Pennsylvania State Police and request for arrest record copy of an individual. All you need to do is download the application form from the website and fill out the details. Processing fees are applicable for SP4-164, SP4-164A, and SP4-170 forms. Make the payment accordingly and mail the form to:

Pennsylvania State Police Central Repository-RCPU

1800 Elmerton Avenue

Harrisburg, PA 17110-9758


List of Processing Fees:

• SP4-164: For Standard Record Check Request a fee of $22 is applicable. Note for this type of request your form must be signed by a Notary official. Notary fees will cost you around $5
• SP$-164A: Zero processing fees are charged in case the form states, ‘Volunteers Only’.
• SP4-170: This form is used or individual Access and Review and a fee of $20 is applicable for the same. Payment can be made in cash or through a money order. You also need to submit a copy of the fee paid to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. 

 For further clarification and other details call the Help Line toll-free number 1-888-QUERY-PA (1-888-783-7972)

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