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Broome County Arrest Records

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Broome County, NY Arrest Records

What are Broome County Arrest Statistics?

Broome County had 1,911 arrests for the last 3 years, in 2017 the arrest rate was 283.11 per 100.000 population which is by 61.69% lower than the National average of 739.02 per 100.000 inhabitants. Among the 2017 arrests 58 were made for violent crime charges. Compared to neighboring county Albany and county Erie it’s a more dangerous place to live in.

  • 1,911Arrests in the county for the last 3 years
  • 283.11Arrest rate in 2017 per 100.000 population
  • 58Violent crime arrests

Broome County Recent Arrest Trends

Currently, the most popular arrest in Broome is larceny/theft - 397 arrests followed by burglary - 80 and aggravated assault - 36 arrests.

  • 397Larceny/Theft
  • 80Burglary
  • 36Aggravated Assault

Violent Crime Arrests vs. Non-Violent

Violent crime in Broome County is considered rape and sexual assault, robbery, and assault. For the recent years the violent crime rate has increased but not the non-violent crime rate. Compared to the national average of - 100.65 per 100.000 people the overall violent crime rate for the county is by 70.5% lower.

Broome County Crime Rate from 2004-2017

Broome County Police Records

Police records exist in different types of law enforcement agencies and in many forms. In most cases, Broome county police reports may be found from the local county Sheriff’s Office. You can appear in person and request copies as county police records are available to the general public per the state laws and the Freedom of Information Act. These records may include Broome county police reports, Broome county bookings and even mugshots. These records are related to when someone is arrested, booked, and jailed. First, they are questioned, and basic information is taken while officers fills out the report. Then they takes mugshots of the suspect, and they are put in a jail cell until they can make bail the fees. Some counties may charge a fee for a copy of police records. You may have to visit in person and may need to have the following information for them to find your file:

  • Date and time of the occurrence
  • The location of the incident
  • Name(s) of those involved
  • Officer’s name and rank
  • Case number

This will help the officer find the documents you need.

Broome county police records can provide a lot of information about a suspect. A good example of police record might be a traffic accident report. Some records are available to the public after a waiting period, such as 60-days.

Sometimes you can order copies of Broome county police records by mail. Contact your local county Sheriff’s Office to inquire about forms and the fees.

Broome County Mugshots

Broome County mugshots have been used since the 1800s, shortly after the invention of photography. Then in 1888, a French police officer Alphonse Bertillon standardized the process and made it the norm. Groups of these mugshots are kept in a “mug book” to help witnesses and victims identify criminals.

Broome county mugshots are the photographs taken of suspects upon arrest. Local police, Sheriff’s Offices, and other law enforcement agencies take them. Typically , the subject is photographed from the front (full-face view) and then the side (profile view). These Broome county mugshots are filed with the person’s criminal record and police reports. They are used by victims, witnesses, and investigators to identify criminals guys.

Additionally , when a judge issues an Broome county arrest warrant for other purposes , and the person does not show up in court, these mugshots are used to help find the suspect.

Mugshots are readily available online as they are public records. Information brokers portals offer mugshots with other types of public records such as criminal records, arrest records and other court cases.

Felonies, Misdemeanors, and Sex Offenders

Police and arrest records will also contain on felonies, misdemeanors, and sex offenders. Since everything is computerized available and connected, any past incidents will show up as well.

Broome County Sheriff’s Office

It is situated in Broome county, New York with a total number of 65 employees - 3 female, 53 male officers and 9 civilians. Broome County SO ORI (Originated Agency Identifier) number is NY0030000, it belongs to the Middle Atlantic division in the Northeast region with a region code of Region I.

  • Agency Name: Broome County Sheriff's Office
  • State: New York
  • City: Binghamton
  • Type: County
  • Address: 155 Lt. VanWinkle Drive
  • Phone Number: 607.778.1911
  • Fax: 607.778.2100
  • Email: bcsheriff@co.broome.ny.us
  • Website: http://www.gobroomecounty.com/sheriff/

Police Departments in Broome County

DepartmentAddressPhone
Binghamton Police Department38 Hawley St(607) 723-5321

Broome County, NY Jail and Inmate Records

BROOME County has 467 jails with an average daily population of 423 inmates with a total of 481 jail population. When breaking down the BROOME County jail population by gender, females are a minority compared to male prisoners and make 19% with 92 female and 382 male inmates.

  • 467Jails
  • 481Prisoners
  • 360 %Jail Rate

How Does Broome County Inmate Search Work?

Broome County inmate records are public records that anyone can review easily. The Freedom of Information Act governs the availability of regarding Broome county inmate records which provide a lot of useful information about a person.

Broome County Booking

Broome county bookings are also helpful when looking for information on whether or not someone has been arrested. When a suspect is arrested, the officer fills out forms and then holds them in a jail , which essentially becomes their Broome county booking record. It may also include things like fingerprints, mugshots , physical details, their name, and address, arresting officer , the details of the crime, the location, and any vehicles that were involved. The general public has the right to review a copy of someone’s Broome county booking records without any type of permission .

Broome County Jail

  • Agency Name: Broome County Sheriff's Corrections Division
  • State: NY
  • City: Binghamton
  • Type: County
  • Address: 155 Lt. Vanwinkle Drive
  • Phone Number: 607-778-1911
  • Fax: 607-778-2100
  • Email: bcsheriff@co.broome.ny.us
  • Website: http://www.gobroomecounty.com/sheriff/corrections
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