More than 387,000 arrests are reported in New York each year; law enforcement agencies in Fulton County record over 1,000 arrests. According to the New York Public Records Law, arrest records are open to the public for inspection and may attract copy fees of $0.25 per page, depending on the agency. However, certain records are not accessible to members of the public. Examples of these records include those exempted by federal or state law or by court order, juvenile records, domestic violence records, or records involving ongoing investigations. These records are only accessible to authorized persons, including the individual on the record, the Fulton County District Attorney's Office, the police, and other law enforcement agencies.
Fulton County has multiple law enforcement and judicial agencies that provide access to arrest records. These agencies include the Sheriff's Office, local police departments, the state's Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, and the Clerk of Courts.
The Fulton County Sheriff's Office is one of the major law enforcement agencies in the county that provides access to arrest records. Anyone interested in requesting arrest records from this office may complete the request form and send it to the address below:
Fulton County Sheriff's Office
County Complex 2712
Johnstown, NY 12095
Phone: (518) 736-1128
To search for arrest-related information of inmates in Fulton County, interested persons may use the VineLink inmate search portal accessible through the Sheriff's Office's official website.
Arrest records are also accessible through the various local police departments in Fulton County. To obtain copies of these records, visit the police department in the particular city or town where the arrest took place. In addition to in-person requests, some departments offer online resources for anyone interested in seeking arrest records. The following are notable local police departments in Fulton County:
The New York Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) analyzes statewide crime data and maintains criminal history records, including arrest records reported by law enforcement agencies across the state. Anyone requesting arrest records while residing in the state of New York must schedule an appointment to have their fingerprints taken through the IdentoGo website or by calling (877) 472-6915. Depending on whether the record requested is suppressed or unsuppressed, requesters are required to input any of the following service codes:
A request fee of $14.25 is required. Individuals residing outside the state of New York and interested in requesting arrest records should also visit the IdentoGo website and use any of the service codes provided above. Once the appropriate service code is entered, record seekers should find the nearest IdentoGo location for enrollment by clicking the "Locate an Enrollment Center" option. A fee of $44.25 is required.
After formal charges are brought against an offender, arrest records become part of the criminal court records in Fulton County. These records are maintained by the Clerk of the County Court and various courts in the county. Anyone seeking criminal court records can access them through the eCourts Portal or by visiting the Clerk of the particular courthouse that heard the case to submit a request directly. Alternatively, interested persons may use the New York State Office of Court Administration (OCA) criminal history record search to obtain copies of criminal records originating from the Supreme, County, City, Town and Village courts in Fulton County. Each search attracts a fee of $95.00.
Additionally, InfoTracer and other third-party websites serve as alternative options for accessing arrest records for record seekers. These websites typically provide faster access to arrest records at lower costs.
Fulton County has an arrest rate of 20.80 per 1,000 residents. The following table presents the county's arrest patterns based on different crime types:
| Arrest Type | Number of Arrests |
|---|---|
| Murder and Non-negligent Manslaughter | 0 |
| Robbery | 1 |
| Rape | 0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 7 |
| Burglary/Breaking & Entering | 6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 0 |
| Larceny | 11 |
| Total Crimes Against Persons (Violent Crimes) | 92 |
| Total Property Crimes | 179 |
| Total Number of Arrests | 1,003 |
Source: New York Division of Criminal Justice Services
| Department | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Gloversville Police Department | 3 Frontage Rd | 518-773-4514 |
| Johnstown Police Department | 33-41 E. Main Street | (518) 736-4021 |
| Name | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Hale Creek ASACTC | 279 Maloney Road | 518-736-2094 |