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State
New Jersey
County seat
Somerville
Population
345,361
Area
304 sq mi
Founded
1688
Cities and towns
26

Somerset County offices and records

Sheriff & Law Enforcement. Somerset County Sheriff's Office is responsible for maintaining law and order throughout Somerset County. The office is known for its community outreach programs and specialized divisions such as the K-9 unit and the Special Response Team.

Police Departments. Somerset County is served by Somerset County Sheriff's Office and several municipal police departments, including the Bridgewater Township Police Department, Franklin Township Police Department, and Hillsborough Township Police Department. Each department has jurisdiction over its respective county, while the Sheriff's Office handles law enforcement in unincorporated areas.

Law Enforcement & Arrests. Somerset County Sheriff's Office, headquartered at 20 Grove Street, Somerville, NJ 08876 (908-231-7810), is the primary law enforcement arm of Somerset County judicial system. Inmate lookup services are available through Somerset County Sheriff's website at www.co.somerset.nj.us/sheriff, where the public can search current inmates by name or booking number. The jail maintains a 24-hour information line at 908-231-7105 for inmate inquiries. Municipal police departments serve the individual municipalities within Somerset County, including the Bridgewater Police Department, Franklin Township Police, Hillsborough Police Department, Somerville Police Department, Bound Brook Police, Bernardsville Police, Warren Township Police, Montgomery Township Police, Raritan County Police, and Manville Police Department, among others serving Somerset County's 21 municipalities. Arrest records in Somerset County are subject to New Jersey's Open Public Records Act (OPRA), codified at 47:1A-1 et seq, which provides broad public access to government records with specific exemptions for ongoing investigations and certain personal information. Somerset County Prosecutor's Office (908-231-7100) handles major criminal investigations and prosecutions throughout Somerset County.

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

Mugshots & Booking Photos. Mugshots in Somerset County are taken and retained by Somerset County Sheriff's Office during the booking process. These booking photos are part of the public record and can be searched through the Sheriff's Office website or requested directly from the office.

Somerset County Planning Board at 20 Grove Street reviews major site plans and subdivisions of county significance. Sales tax permits are issued by the New Jersey Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services (609-292-6400). The Superior Court of New Jersey, Somerset County Vicinage, is located at 20 North Bridge Street, Somerville, NJ 08876 (908-231-7000) and is the general jurisdiction trial court for Somerset County. The Somerville Municipal Court is located at 25 West End Avenue, while Bridgewater Municipal Court sits at 100 Commons Way, and each county maintains its own court schedule and procedures. Somerset County Surrogate's Court at 20 Grove Street, Somerville (908-231-7003) has exclusive jurisdiction over probate matters, including wills, estate administration, and guardianships. Elections in Somerset County, New Jersey are administered by Somerset County Clerk's Office, Elections Division, located at 20 Grove Street, Somerville, NJ 08876. The Elections Division can be reached at 908-231-7019 and maintains information at www.co.somerset.nj.us/government/county-clerk/elections. Somerset County Division of Economic Development & Planning (908-231-7021) provides resources for business attraction, retention, and expansion.

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

Mugshots and booking photos in Somerset County, New Jersey, are typically managed by the Somerset County Sheriff's Office. You can request access to these records by contacting the Sheriff's Office directly. Some information may also be available through the New Jersey State Police's online portal, depending on the case and privacy regulations.

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

To obtain a criminal background check in Somerset County, New Jersey, you should contact the New Jersey State Police, which handles background checks through their Criminal Information Unit. You may need to submit fingerprints and pay a fee as part of the process. Local police departments, such as the Somerset County Sheriff's Office, can also provide guidance on obtaining these checks.

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

To look up sex offenders in Somerset 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 about registered sex offenders in the area. The online database allows you to search by name, location, or proximity to a specific address.

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

You can register to vote in Somerset County through the New Jersey online voter registration system at voter.svrs.nj.gov, by mail, or in person at the Somerset County Clerk's Office at 20 Grove Street, Somerville (908) 231-7019). The registration deadline is 21 days before any election in New Jersey. Once registered, you can request a mail-in ballot for any election through the County Clerk or apply to be placed on the permanent mail-in ballot list to automatically receive ballots for all future elections.

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

Property records in Somerset County can be searched through the County Clerk's Office at 20 Grove Street, Somerville (908) 231-7013) or online at www.co.somerset.nj.us/clerk for recorded deeds, mortgages, and liens. The county also provides a free GIS mapping system at www.co.Somerset.nj.us/maps where you can search parcels by address, block and lot, or owner name to view property boundaries, assessment data, and zoning information. For property tax records, contact the tax assessor or tax collector in the municipality where the property is located.

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

Birth and death certificates can be obtained from the Somerset County Clerk's Office at 20 Grove Street, Somerville (908) 231-7013) or from the local registrar in the municipality where the event occurred. The cost is $25 for the first certified copy and $2 for additional copies of the same record. You can also order through the New Jersey Department of Health, Vital Statistics at 866-649-8726 or online at www.nj.gov/health/vital, with processing taking 2-4 weeks for mail requests and online orders available through VitalChek with expedited shipping.

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

Business entity information for corporations and LLCs is available through the New Jersey Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services at www.nj.gov/treasury/revenue, which maintains the statewide business entity database. Trade name (DBA) filings can be searched through the Somerset County Clerk's Office at 908-231-7013. Local business licenses and permits are issued by individual municipalities, so contact the municipal clerk's office in the town where the business operates. Professional licenses can be verified through the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs at www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/verify.

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