Access Warren County Arrest Records
Warren County arrest records are kept by the Sheriff's Office, County Clerk, and other agencies in the Lake George region. The county seat is in Lake George. If you need booking data, court records, or want to file a FOIL request, this page explains how each office works and what steps to take.
Warren County Overview
Warren County Sheriff's Office Records
The Warren County Sheriff's Office is at 1400 State Route 9, Lake George, NY 12845. The phone number is (518) 743-2500. The office provides law enforcement services including patrol, investigations, civil process, and court security. The Sheriff's Office maintains arrest records and incident reports in accordance with New York State Freedom of Information Law.
Records requests should be submitted in writing. Specify the records you need, the time period, and your contact information. The office must respond within five business days as required by FOIL. To get arrest records, give the name of the person, the date of the arrest if you know it, and any case numbers you have. The Records Access Officer handles all FOIL requests.
The Sheriff's Office also operates the county jail facility at the same address. For emergencies, call 911. Copy fees are $0.25 per page under Public Officers Law section 87.
Court Records in Warren County
The Warren County Clerk is at the Warren County Municipal Center, 1340 State Route 9, Lake George, NY 12845. Phone is (518) 761-6426 or (518) 761-6429. Fax is (518) 761-6581. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. The Clerk maintains Supreme Court and County Court records, land records, deeds, mortgages, liens, judgments, DBAs, and corporate filings.
The office provides free online access to recorded documents through the county website. Copy fees are charged for certified and uncertified copies. The office serves as Clerk to the Supreme and County Courts, maintaining all court proceedings and documents of civil and criminal nature. In-person requests require proper identification.
The Warren County Court is at the Warren County Municipal Center. Phone for the Municipal Center is (518) 761-6400. The court handles felony criminal prosecutions and major civil matters. Certificates of disposition can be obtained by submitting a request to the County Clerk with case details. The court participates in the state e-filing program for attorney submissions.
The Office of Court Administration runs a statewide Criminal History Record Search for $95 per name. You can also check WebCrims for pending criminal cases. Guest access is free.
Warren County District Attorney
The Warren County District Attorney's Office is at the Warren County Municipal Center, 1340 State Route 9, Lake George, NY 12845. Phone is (518) 761-6450. The DA prosecutes all felony offenses and select misdemeanors in the county.
The office works with the Sheriff's Office, State Police, and municipal police departments. Victim services are available to assist those affected by crime. The office handles a range of cases from drug offenses to violent crimes and white-collar crimes. Case status inquiries can be made during regular business hours.
State Resources for Warren 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. Under CPL section 160.50, dismissed cases are sealed automatically. The Clean Slate Act, effective 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 lets you search for people in state prison. 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 Warren County
Freedom of Information Law gives the public a right to see government records. In Warren 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 and be specific about what you need.
The agency has five business days to respond. They can provide the records, deny the request with a reason, or ask for more time. Denials can be appealed within 30 days. Fees are $0.25 per page for copies. Records exempt from FOIL include ongoing investigations, sealed cases, and materials that would invade personal privacy. Under Public Officers Law section 89, the agency must explain any denial in writing.
Sealing and Expungement in Warren County
Under CPL section 160.50, arrests that end in dismissal, acquittal, or a non-criminal outcome are sealed automatically. No application is needed. For 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 NY Attorney General's office has more details on who qualifies and how to file.
Warren County Jail and Inmate Data
The Warren County Jail is at 1400 State Route 9, Lake George, NY 12845. Call (518) 743-2500 for inmate information. The jail is operated by the Sheriff's Office and houses pre-trial detainees and sentenced inmates. The facility meets standards established by the New York State Commission of Correction.
Inmate information can be obtained by contacting the jail directly. Visiting hours vary, and interested parties should contact the facility for current schedules and requirements. People arrested within the last 72 hours may still be in local police custody and not yet in the jail system. If someone has been moved to state prison, use the DOCCS lookup instead.
The Warren County government website provides information about the Sheriff's Office and records access for county residents.
Nearby Counties
If you need records from areas next to Warren County, these neighboring counties each have their own Sheriff's Office and court system: