Cape May County, NJ Arrests & Jail Records

The Cape May County Sheriff's Office keeps and disseminates arrest records and other related records. Those seeking arrest reports can do so by submitting written requests by mail or in person at:

Cape May County Sheriff

4 Moore Road DN-301

Cape May Court House, NJ 08210

Phone: (609) 465-1233

Requesters can also view arrest details, charges, and the custody status of inmates on the Inmate Lookup database maintained by the sheriff.

The following police departments in Cape May County typically keep arrest records and provide them upon request:

• Middle Township Police Department​
• Lower Township Police Department​
• Ocean City Police Department​
• City of Cape May Police Department

You can get recent arrest reports in person or by mailing a written request to the police department that made the arrest. Alternatively, check the department websites for information on how to obtain arrest records. Some departments may require a formal request form, proof of identification, or authorization from record owners.

Cape May arrest records are accessible on the Criminal History Record Information (CHRI) database provided by the NJ State Police. Members of the public can conduct name-based checks on the CHRI system. To do so, open the Criminal Records 212B form online. Enter the requestor's details, the subject's name, date of birth, and Social Security number where necessary. Name-based checks cost $20 per search, payable by credit or debit card at the time of submission. Once completed, the request is processed by the New Jersey State Police, and results are typically returned electronically within a few business days.

Record owners and authorized agencies can obtain detailed criminal records by submitting Personal Record Requests. To begin the process, applicants must schedule a fingerprinting appointment through the state's authorized vendor, IdentoGO. The fee for a fingerprint-based check is $45.73, and results are typically available within 10 to 14 business days after fingerprinting.

The Superior Court Clerk's Office (SCCO) keeps criminal court records filed in Cape May County. You can request these files by completing the Records Request Form. Next, submit the form online via the Judiciary Electronic Document Submission (JEDS). You can also view criminal case files online through the state's Find a Case portal.

Reputable third-party websites like InfoTracer also provide online access to Cape May County arrest records.