Bucks County, PA Arrests & Jail Records

In compliance with the RTKL, the Bucks County Sheriff allows the public to request printed, electronic, or certified copies of publicly available arrest records. The Sheriff's Office accepts requests via email, fax, U.S. mail, or in person during regular business hours. Requesters may submit a completed RTKL request form by mail or in person at:

Bucks County Justice Center

100 N. Main Street

Floor B2

Doylestown, PA 18901

It is noteworthy that depending on the nature of your request and preferred method of delivery, a prepayment of the scheduled fees may be required.

The first step to obtaining arrest records in Bucks County is identifying the arresting agency or police department. Once determined, you may visit the department's Records Division with adequate details, such as the arrestee's name and the date and location of the arrest.

Instead of visiting in person, you may submit a written request in person, fax, mail, or email. Most police departments maintain a downloadable RTKL request form on their websites to facilitate public access to arrest information. Bucks County is home to various police departments, including:

• Langhorne Manor Police Department
• Morrisville Borough Police Department
• New Britain Township Police Department
• Plumstead Township Police Department
• Quakertown Borough Police Department
• Tullytown Borough Police Department
• Upper Makefield Township Police Department

The primary agency responsible for the maintenance and dissemination of criminal history record information is the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP). Pursuant to the Criminal History Record Information Act (CHRIA), the PSP may provide access to criminal record information that has not been sealed or expunged, either by mail or online.

Individuals and organizations may request and view criminal history records online through the PATCH site. To access records, select the "Submit a New Record Check" tab and indicate whether the request is for an individual or a company. Complete the requestor information form and pay the required $22 fee using a valid credit card. You may request for your record to be notarized for an extra charge of $5. Alternatively, interested parties may download and submit a completed Form SP4-164 by mail to:

Pennsylvania State Police Central Repository - 164

1800 Elmerton Avenue

Harrisburg, PA 17110-9758

Organizations conducting volunteer checks may view records free of charge by selecting the "New Volunteer Record Check" tab and completing the required fields through the PATCH site. Another option is to download and submit a completed Form SP4-164A directly to the PSP.

Individuals requesting their own criminal records must submit a completed Form SP4-170. This request costs $20 and can only be processed via mail.

Bucks County residents may also access arrest records associated with cases heard in county courts with criminal jurisdiction. To expedite the process, visit the relevant courthouse with adequate details like the defendant's name, date of arrest, and case number. If the case was heard in the Court of Common Pleas, you may submit a written request to the Clerk of Courts.

Criminal court records, including arrest information, are also accessible online through the Pennsylvania Judiciary Web Portal. Select either the Criminal Court of Common Pleas dockets or Magisterial District Courts dockets, then enter your preferred search criteria.

Additionally, anyone can find Bucks County arrest records through trustworthy third-party platforms like InfoTracer, which provides users with current and accurate information.