Find Westchester County Arrest Records
Westchester County arrest records are handled by the Department of Correction, County Clerk, and District Attorney's Office. Westchester is one of the most populated counties in New York, sitting just north of New York City with White Plains as the county seat. This page covers how to access arrest records, court files, and inmate information from each agency.
Westchester County Overview
Westchester County Department of Correction
The Westchester County Department of Correction is at 10 Woods Road, Valhalla, NY 10595. Phone is (914) 231-1000. Unlike most New York counties where the Sheriff's Office runs the jail, Westchester operates under a Department of Correction that reports to the county executive. The department maintains custody of all incarcerated individuals in the county and provides an online inmate lookup system for current custody information.
Records requests can be submitted in writing to the Records Division. The department operates multiple facilities at the Valhalla address, including the main jail, penitentiary, women's unit, medical unit, and mental health unit. Each facility houses different categories of inmates based on sentence status and security classification.
For arrest records from police departments in Westchester County, you need to contact the specific department that made the arrest. There are over 40 municipal police departments in the county. FOIL requests for arrest records go to the agency that holds the records. The department must respond within five business days.
Copy fees are $0.25 per page under Public Officers Law section 87.
Court Records in Westchester County
The Westchester County Clerk is Timothy C. Idoni. The office is at 110 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Room 345, White Plains, NY 10601. Main phone is (914) 995-3080. Land Records is at (914) 995-3094. Fax is (914) 995-4030. Hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Email is CC-Land@WestchesterGov.com.
The County Clerk's Office maintains and preserves official documents and records. The office safeguards court records, records deeds and mortgages, naturalizes new citizens, and serves as a U.S. Passport Acceptance Agency. Free public viewing terminals are available to access land documents. The office also maintains birth, marriage, civil union, and death certificates. Copy fees are $0.25 per page.
The Westchester County Court is at the Richard J. Daronco Courthouse, 111 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, White Plains, NY 10601. Phone is (914) 824-5300. The courthouse is nineteen stories tall, built between 1970 and 1973. The court handles felony criminal prosecutions and major civil matters. Certificates of disposition can be obtained through the County Clerk's Office.
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 in Westchester County. Guest access is free. You need at least three letters of the last name and two of the first name.
Westchester County District Attorney
The Westchester County District Attorney's Office is at 111 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, White Plains, NY 10601. Phone is (914) 995-3000. The tip line is (914) 995-TIPS (8477). The DA prosecutes all felony offenses and select misdemeanors in the county.
The office includes specialized bureaus for major crimes, domestic violence, sex crimes, economic crimes, and narcotics. The Public and Law Enforcement Integrity Bureau handles cases involving public corruption and police misconduct. Victim services are available through the office. The tip line accepts anonymous information about criminal activity.
State Resources for Westchester 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 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 tool lets you search for people in state prison. If someone was arrested in Westchester County and later sent to a state facility, this is where you check. 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 Westchester County
Freedom of Information Law gives the public a right to see government records. In Westchester County, you can file a FOIL request with the Department of Correction, the County Clerk, the District Attorney, or any municipal police department. Each office has its own Records Access Officer. Put your request in writing. Be specific about the records you want. Give dates, names, and case numbers.
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 $0.25 per page. Some records are exempt, including 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 Westchester County
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.
Westchester County Jail and Inmate Data
The Westchester County correctional system is at 10 Woods Road, Valhalla, NY 10595. Call (914) 231-1000 for inmate information. The facilities include the Main Jail Facility, Penitentiary for sentenced inmates, Women's Unit, Medical Unit, and Mental Health Unit. The inmate lookup provides current custody status, charges, and bail information.
Visiting requires photo identification and appointments. There is a strict dress code that includes conservative attire, no revealing clothing, no gang-related symbols, and no excessively baggy clothing. Professional visits for attorneys and clergy are scheduled separately. Mail must be properly addressed with the inmate's full name and identification number. Commissary is available through a contracted vendor.
People arrested within the last 72 hours may still be in local police custody and not yet in the county system. If someone has been moved to state prison, use the DOCCS lookup instead.
The DCJS Record Review page above outlines the process for Westchester County residents who want to check their own criminal history through the state system.
Nearby Counties
If you need records from areas next to Westchester County, these neighboring counties each have their own agencies and court systems:
Cities in Westchester County
The following cities in Westchester County have their own pages with local arrest record details: