• Pennsylvania Criminal Records

  Search for felony or misdemeanor criminal charges by requesting records from the Pennsylvania state repository.

  • Pennsylvania Criminal History Records
    Find information on how to obtain a criminal history record in Pennsylvania.
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    Federal criminal records, criminal background checks.
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    Find the location and release information of individuals incarcerated with the PA Dept. of Corrections.
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    Search the PA State Police database of registered offenders by name or location.
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    Current posting of fugitives and absconders from the PA State Police.
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• Pennsylvania Arrest Records
  

  Access arrest records directly from Pennsylvania law enforcement agencies individually. Request information of incidents, charges and details from state and local police departments. Records division contact information and requirements to order official reports.

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  • Pennsylvania County Sheriff Arrest Reports
    Directory to county Sheriff offices and reports in Pennsylvania.

• Other Pennsylvania Popular Public Records Searches

  • Pennsylvania Vital Records
    Request birth and death certificates, marriage records and divorce filings in Pennsylvania.
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    Search government agencies open to the public to find assets of companies, corporations, or individuals.
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    Find active and inactive corporations by name from the PA Secretary of State.
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    Pennsylvania's death penalty, execution list, warrant listing and list of individuals executed by lethal injection.
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    Access online forms from the state DMV to request a drivers license, complete registration and more.
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    Browse state archives, historical records, and online databases, search Pennsylvania census records to find info about ancestors, family tree and more.
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    look up professional Pennsylvania licensing, verify status and eligibility.
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    Obtain property tax info by contacting the PA Recorder of Deeds.
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    Search property and claim status by individual name or business through the PA Treasury.
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    State website for public requests for criminal history record checks.
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    Access divorces cases online.
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    Enforcement of child support orders, collection and liens.
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    Obtain drivers licenses, register vehicles, address changes.
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    State licensing boards for health and business professionals.
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    Transferred tittles, property and land record searches.
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    Collection of state taxes from individuals and businesses.
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    Directory of county criminal prosecutors in Pennsylvania.
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    Phone numbers for Pennsylvania state government agencies.
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    Inspections of restaurants and retail food establishments.
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    Inspect and obtain copies of official public records and documents.
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    Links to official websites for Pennsylvania county governments.
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    Nonprofit association serving cities and urban municipalities.
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    County coroners investigating sudden, unnatural and violent deaths.
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    Training programs for rescue professionals and volunteers.
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    Membership directory of public school boards.
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    Online information for university students, parents and educators.
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    Collections of art, cultural and historical significance.
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    Find a local attorney who specializes in your area of need.
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    Legal services for juveniles accused of crimes in Pennsylvania.
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    Legal services for indigent criminal defendants.
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    Disaster preparedness programs, homeland security information.
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    View digital maps and access state geographic databases.
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    Highlights of population statistics and economic characteristics.
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    State custody, control and supervision of criminal offenders.
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    Listing of state prison facilities with superintendent names, addresses and phone numbers.

• State of Pennsylvania Courts

  The Pennsylvania Judicial Center's automated court system gives the public statewide access to criminal, civil cases and appeals from trials heard in Courts of Common Pleas. Pennsylvania Supreme Court, Superior Court and Commonwealth Court are the three statewide courts with online access to their information.

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    Access to search, view and print the docket sheets for Pennsylvania's Appellate Courts, Criminal Courts of Common Pleas, Magisterial District Courts and the Philadelphia Municipal Court.
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    Trial courts of Pennsylvania for major civil and criminal cases.
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    Reviews most appeals of county civil and criminal cases.
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    Legal matters involving local governments, regulatory agencies.
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    Conduct a bankruptcy search through public records to find individual or corporate bankruptcy filings.
  • Pennsylvania Unified Judicial System Special Courts
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    Schedules for criminal and civil court proceedings, hearings, trials.
  • Online Civil and Criminal Forms for Pennsylvania Courts
    Widely used forms for filing criminal and civil complaints.
  • PA Federal Court Cases: Western Middle Eastern
    Search the PA Western, Middle and Eastern Court system to find information and public records on federal case filings.
    

What is the process for someone who is arrested in Pennsylvania to go through the jail and court system?

If you are arrested in Pennsylvania, you will likely be taken to the local county jail. The exact address of the jail will depend on the county in which you were arrested. You will then appear in court at the local county courthouse. The exact address of the courthouse will also depend on the county in which you were arrested.

What publicly accessible records can be obtained from the Pennsylvania Library?

Many public records can be found in Pennsylvania libraries. The Pennsylvania State Library, for example, has a large collection of public records, including birth, death, marriage, and divorce records, as well as census records, military records, and court records.

What are the requirements for obtaining vital records from Pennsylvania, and what information is provided in the records?

The Pennsylvania Department of Health is responsible for issuing vital records, such as birth certificates, death certificates, marriage certificates, and divorce decrees. To obtain a vital record, you must submit a completed application form, along with the required fee, to the Pennsylvania Department of Health. The application form can be found on the Department of Health website. The vital records include the following information: -Name of the person on the record -Date and place of birth, death, marriage, or divorce -Names of parents or spouse -Age at the time of the event -Address of the person on the record (if available)

Where is the best place to locate police reports in Pennsylvania?

Police reports in Pennsylvania can be obtained from the police department that generated the report. Depending on the jurisdiction, you may be able to request a copy of the report online, by mail, or in person. You may also be able to access police reports through the Pennsylvania State Police website.

What information is typically included in a Pennsylvania background check?

A Pennsylvania background check typically includes a search of criminal records, including arrests, convictions, and incarcerations. It may also include a search of driving records, credit reports, and other public records.