Search Rockland County Arrest Records
Rockland County arrest records can be found through several local and state offices, with the Sheriff's Office handling most record requests. The county is part of the 9th Judicial District and sits just north of New Jersey in the lower Hudson Valley. Whether you need to look up a booking, check on a pending case, or file a FOIL request, there are clear steps to follow. This page covers each agency, what records they hold, and how to get access.
Rockland County Overview
Rockland County Sheriff's Office Records
The Rockland County Sheriff's Office is at 55 New Hempstead Road, New City, NY 10956. The phone number is 845-638-5400. This office handles arrest records, incident reports, and booking data for areas the Sheriff patrols. The Sheriff also runs the county jail at the same location. Records requests go through the Records Division during regular business hours, Monday through Friday.
To get arrest records from the Sheriff's Office, you file a FOIL request. FOIL stands for Freedom of Information Law. It is set out in Article 6 of the Public Officers Law, sections 84 through 90. Put your request in writing. Give the name of the person, the date of the arrest if you know it, and any case or incident numbers. The Records Access Officer must respond within five business days. They can grant the request, deny it with a reason, or ask for more time.
The Sheriff's Office also provides fingerprinting services for background checks and civil process. For emergencies, call 911. Non-emergency calls go to the main line at 845-638-5400.
Copy fees for Rockland County records are $0.25 per page under Public Officers Law section 87.
Court Records in Rockland County
The Rockland County Clerk's Office is at 11 New Hempstead Road, New City, NY 10956. Call 845-638-5070. The Clerk keeps court records from Supreme Court and County Court cases. That includes felony arrest records that went to trial or plea. You can visit in person to search records or send a written request by mail. Hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Bring a valid photo ID if you go in person.
Rockland County is part of the 9th Judicial District. The Office of Court Administration runs a statewide Criminal History Record Search for $95 per name. It is a name-based search, not fingerprint-based. You need an exact match on name and date of birth. Even small differences can cause a miss. Sealed records will not show up. Results come back in one to two business days for records that have hits.
The Rockland County Court is at 1 South Main Street, New City, NY 10956. This courthouse handles felony criminal cases and major civil matters. Court records can be accessed through the County Clerk's office or through the state eCourts system for active matters.
You can also check WebCrims for pending criminal cases with future court dates. Guest access is free. You need at least three letters of the last name and two letters of the first name. This tool does not show closed cases, warrants, or sealed matters.
Rockland County District Attorney
The Rockland County District Attorney's Office is at 1 South Main Street, New City, NY 10956. Phone is 845-638-5400. The DA reviews all arrests made in the county and decides what charges to file. If you need case status or want to know what happened after an arrest, the DA's office can point you in the right direction.
Victim services are part of what the DA's office does. If you were the victim of a crime in Rockland County, you can get referrals and help with the court process. The office also runs treatment courts and does community outreach. FOIL requests can be sent to the DA's office for records they hold, but they will deny access to materials from open investigations or matters that could compromise a pending case.
State Resources for Rockland County Records
The New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services is the only source of official state criminal history records. DCJS keeps fingerprint-based records. You cannot get your own rap sheet without submitting fingerprints through an authorized IdentoGO location. The fee runs between $50 and $65. Results come by mail in 7 to 10 business days.
Official DCJS records cannot be obtained through FOIL. Third-party background check sites do not have access to the official state database. Only the person named on the record, authorized criminal justice agencies, and certain employers with specific legal authority can get these records. Under CPL section 160.50, dismissed cases are automatically sealed. The Clean Slate Act, which took effect November 16, 2024, seals eligible misdemeanor convictions after 3 years and felony convictions after 8 years from sentence completion. Sex offenses and Class A felonies are not eligible.
The DOCCS Inmate Lookup tool lets you search for people in state prison. If someone was arrested in Rockland County and later sent to a state facility, this is where you check. Search by last name or Department Identification Number.
The Sex Offender Registry is free to search by name, county, or ZIP code for Level 2 and Level 3 offenders.
How FOIL Works in Rockland County
Freedom of Information Law gives the public a right to see government records. In Rockland County, you can file a FOIL request with the Sheriff's Office, the County Clerk, or the District Attorney. Each office has its own Records Access Officer. Put your request in writing. Be specific. Name the records you want. Give dates, names, and case numbers if you have them.
The agency has five business days to respond. They can give you the records, deny the request with a reason, or say they need more time. Denials can be appealed within 30 days. Fees are typically $0.25 per page for copies. Some records are exempt from FOIL. Ongoing investigations, sealed cases, and materials that would cause an unwarranted invasion of privacy are common reasons for denial. Under Public Officers Law section 89, the agency must explain any denial in writing.
Sealing and Expungement in Rockland County
New York has several ways to seal arrest and conviction records. Under CPL section 160.50, arrests that end in dismissal, acquittal, or a non-criminal outcome are sealed automatically. No application is needed. The Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act also wiped out certain cannabis convictions.
For other convictions, CPL section 160.59 lets you apply to seal up to two criminal convictions if at least 10 years have passed since your last sentence ended. You can have no more than one felony. Sex offenses, violent felonies, and Class A felonies are not eligible. The application goes to the court where the conviction happened. The NY Attorney General's office has more details on who qualifies and how to file.
Rockland County Jail and Inmate Data
The Rockland County Correctional Facility is at 55 New Hempstead Road, New City, NY 10956. Call 845-638-5400 for inmate information. The jail holds people waiting for trial and those serving sentences under one year. You can find out if someone is in custody, what they were charged with, and what their bail is set at.
Visiting hours vary. You need a photo ID to visit. Mail sent to inmates must include the full name and booking number. The Sheriff's Office runs the facility and handles all record requests related to people held there. The jail offers programs for inmates including educational and vocational services. If someone has been moved to state prison, use the DOCCS lookup instead.
The screenshot above shows a resource page used by Rockland County residents looking up arrest records and related criminal justice information.
Nearby Counties
If you need records from areas next to Rockland County, these neighboring counties each have their own Sheriff's Office and court system:
Cities in Rockland County
The following cities in Rockland County have their own pages with local arrest record details: