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Camden County at a glance

State
New Jersey
County seat
Camden
Population
523,485
Area
227 sq mi
Founded
1844
Cities and towns
28

Camden County offices and records

Sheriff & Law Enforcement. Camden County Sheriff's Office is responsible for maintaining law and order in Camden County, particularly in unincorporated areas. Notable programs include community outreach initiatives and specialized units such as the K-9 division and the narcotics task force, which work to enhance public safety and address specific crime issues within Camden County.

Police Departments. Camden County is served by several law enforcement agencies, including Camden County Sheriff's Office and municipal police departments such as Camden County Police Department, Cherry Hill Police Department, and Gloucester Township Police Department.

Law Enforcement & Arrests. Camden County Sheriff's Office, headquartered at Camden County Hall of Justice, 101 South Fifth Street, Camden, NJ 08103, provides law enforcement services including court security, warrant service, and civil process execution. Inmate lookup services for Camden County Correctional Facility, located at 220 South White Horse Pike in Blackwood, NJ 08012, are available through Camden County Department of Corrections, with online inmate search capabilities provided through Camden County website. Municipal police departments operate independently in each of Camden County's 37 municipalities, including Camden County Police Department (which serves the City of Camden under a regionalized model established in 2013), along with departments in Cherry Hill, Voorhees, Gloucester Township, Winslow Township, Haddonfield, Collingswood, Haddon Township, Pennsauken, and all other boroughs and townships. Arrest records and police reports are public documents under New Jersey's Open Public Records Act (47:1A-1 et seq, also known as OPRA), and requests must be submitted in writing to the specific municipal police department or Camden County Prosecutor's Office at 25 North Fifth Street, Camden, NJ 08102.

Arrest Records. Arrest records in Camden County are maintained by Camden County Sheriff's Office and local police departments.

Mugshots & Booking Photos. Mugshots in Camden County are taken and retained by Camden County Sheriff's Office during the booking process.

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Where can I find mugshots or booking photos in Camden County, New Jersey?

Mugshots and booking photos in Camden County, New Jersey, can be accessed through the Camden County Sheriff's Office. They may provide these records upon request, and some information might be available through their online portal. The Sheriff's Office is located at 520 Market Street, Camden, NJ 08102, and they handle inquiries related to arrest records and mugshots.

How do I get a criminal background check in Camden County, New Jersey?

To obtain a criminal background check in Camden County, New Jersey, you need to contact the New Jersey State Police, which manages the Criminal History Record Information (CHRI) system. You can request a background check online through the New Jersey State Police website or by visiting a local police department. The process typically involves submitting fingerprints and paying a fee.

How can I look up sex offenders in Camden County, New Jersey?

To look up sex offenders in Camden County, New Jersey, you can use the New Jersey Sex Offender Internet Registry. This registry is maintained by the New Jersey State Police and provides information on registered sex offenders in the state. You can search by name, location, or proximity to a specific address to find relevant information.

How do I register to vote in Camden County, New Jersey?

Camden County voters can register through the New Jersey Online Voter Registration system at nj.gov/state/elections/voter-registration.shtml, in person at the Camden County Board of Elections at 600 Market Street, Suite 101A, Camden, NJ 08102, or at any municipal clerk's office throughout the county. The registration deadline is 21 days before any election. New Jersey offers same-day voter registration during the early voting period and provisional ballot options on Election Day for certain circumstances. You can also request a mail-in ballot online for any election without needing to provide a reason.

How do I look up property records in Camden County, New Jersey?

Property records in Camden County can be searched through the Camden County Clerk's Office online land records system at camdencounty.com for deeds, mortgages, and liens recorded at the county level. Property tax assessments are maintained by individual municipal tax assessors in each of the 37 municipalities. The county GIS system at camdencountynj.maps.arcgis.com provides a free online parcel viewer with aerial maps, property boundaries, assessment data, and zoning information searchable by address or block and lot. Certified copies of recorded documents are available from the County Clerk at 520 Market Street, Camden, with fees of $2 per page plus certification charges.

How do I get a birth or death certificate in Camden County, New Jersey?

Birth and death certificates for events occurring in Camden County can be obtained from the local registrar in the municipality where the event occurred or from the New Jersey Department of Health, Vital Statistics Registration Unit at 1-866-649-8726. The cost is $25 for the first certified copy and $2 for each additional copy of the same record ordered simultaneously. Processing time is approximately 4-6 weeks by mail, or you can request immediate service in person at some municipal registrar offices. Online ordering is available through VitalChek at newjersey.vitalchek.com with additional service fees, and you must provide valid identification and proof of eligibility to obtain the record.

How do I find business license records in Camden County, New Jersey?

Business entity registrations can be searched free of charge through the New Jersey Division of Revenue's Business Entity Name Search at nj.gov/treasury/revenue, which includes corporations, LLCs, and trade names registered with the state. Local business licenses and permits are issued by individual municipal clerks in Camden County's 37 municipalities, so you must contact the specific town or city clerk where the business operates. The Camden County Clerk at 520 Market Street, Camden, phone (856) 225-7223, maintains certain trade name registrations and business certificates. Professional licenses can be verified through the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs at njconsumeraffairs.gov/verify.