Tompkins County, NY Arrests & Jail Records

The Tompkins County Sheriff's Office manages the county Correctional Facility and keeps custody records of incarcerated individuals. To obtain these records, interested persons may contact the Sheriff's Office directly at:

Tompkins County Sheriff's Office

99 Troy Road

East Greenbush, NY 12061

Phone: (518) 266-1900

In Tompkins County, law enforcement agencies like the Ithaca Police Department maintain arrest records within their jurisdictions. Residents may request access to these records by contacting the appropriate agency. Some departments also offer online platforms for submitting FOIL requests or accessing certain records. For convenience, Tompkins County provides a centralized FOIL request form for obtaining various county records. Other notable Police Departments in the county include the following:

• Cayuga Heights Police Department
• Dryden Police Department
• Groton New York Police Department
• Trumansburg Police Department

Individuals may request their criminal history records from the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) by submitting fingerprints through authorized providers. This process allows individuals to review their records for accuracy. For further assistance, individuals may contact the DCJS Records Review Unit at (518) 457-9847.

Additionally, the New York Office of Court Administration (OCA) provides a statewide Criminal History Record Search (CHRS) for a fee of $95. This search is based on an exact match of an individual's name and date of birth and includes pending and conviction records from criminal cases originating from various courts across the state, including courts in Tompkins County. Requests may be submitted online via the Direct Access program or by mailing a CHRS application form.

The Tompkins County District Court provides access to arrest records resulting in criminal charges. Requesters may visit the Clerk's Office in person during operating hours at:

Tompkins County Courthouse

320 N. Tioga Street

Ithaca, NY 14850

Phone: (607) 216-6600

Individuals seeking access to records specific to the City of Ithaca, FOIL requests may be made by using the county's Record Request Form or in writing to:

City Clerk's Office

108 East Green Street

Ithaca, NY 14850

Phone: (607) 274-6570

Tompkins County may charge fees for reproducing records, typically at $0.25 per page. Additional fees may apply for electronic records or extensive searches, as permitted by law. Payment is generally required before the release of records. For more information, visit the county's FOIL/Access to Information page.

Alternatively, the New York State Unified Court System offers an Electronic Case Search tool for accessing civil and criminal case information. Users may search by index number, party name, or attorney information. In addition, reliable third-party websites like InfoTracer provide access to Tompkins County arrest records with multiple search options.