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Northampton, PA Arrests & Jail Records

How to Search Northampton County Arrest Records?

Pennsylvania's law enforcers make over 90,000 arrests annually, with about 1,300 taking place in Northampton County. Records of arrested persons compiled by local and state agencies are open to the public under the state's Right-to-Know Law. Individuals interested in these records can visit official record custodians to get paper copies or view digital versions through online databases.

Northampton County arrest records involving juveniles, expunged cases, witness statements, or ongoing investigations are not open to the public. These records are available only to the Northampton County District Attorney's Office, authorized agencies, record owners, and their attorneys. Note that record custodians may charge up to $25 per copy for arrest records, depending on the nature of the request.

How to Look Up Northampton County Arrest Records?

Northampton County arrest records are available in paper and digital formats from the following state and local law enforcement agencies:

Sheriff Arrest Records

To get arrest records, interested parties can contact the Northampton County Sheriff's Office at:

669 Washington Street

Easton, PA 18042

Phone: (610) 829-6501

Inmate records maintained by the Northampton Department of Corrections often contain arrest details and charges of incarcerated individuals. Requesters can get inmate records by calling the county jail at (610) 829-7400.

Police Arrest Records

Northampton County Police Departments create and disseminate arrest records through their websites. Some major Police Departments in Northampton include the following:

Interested persons can look up the websites to find contact details and guidelines on how to request detailed arrest reports. While arrest reports are generally available online for free, paper copies may incur a fee.

Pennsylvania State Police (PSP)

Arrest records like charges, offenders' names, arresting agencies involved, and arrest dates may be included in the criminal records maintained by Pennsylvania State Police. These files are available to licensing agencies, employers, and individuals seeking their own records. Follow the steps below to view criminal history records online:

  • Open the Pennsylvania Access to Criminal History (PATCH)
  • Click on New Records Check
  • Enter identifying details such as the subject's full name, date of birth, and social security number (if available)
  • Provide credit card details to pay the $22 search fee

The online database typically processes most requests instantly, but some may take between two to four weeks. To submit requests by mail, requesters must complete a Criminal History Request Form (SP4-164). Afterward, include a certified check or money order for $22. Submit requests to:

Pennsylvania State Police

Central Repository - 164

1800 Elmerton Avenue

Harrisburg, PA 17110-9758

Criminal Court Records

The Northampton County Clerk of Courts holds criminal court records, which may contain arrest details such as the defendant's name and charges faced. These public documents cost $10 per request, which is payable by money orders and certified checks. To get criminal case files, requesters must submit written requests by mail or in-person to:

Northampton Criminal Court Division

669 Washington Street

Easton, PA 18042

Phone: (610) 829-6453

Individuals seeking criminal court records online can visit Pennsylvania's UJS Portal. An alternative way to find Northampton County arrest records online is via reputable third-party websites like InfoTracer.

Arrest Statistics

Northampton County has an arrest rate of 418 per 100,000 people. Below are details of these arrest figures:

Arrest TypeNumber of Arrests
Murder and Non-negligent Manslaughter3
Robbery17
Rape3
Aggravated Assault160
Simple Assault548
Arson6
Burglary/Breaking & Entering49
Motor Vehicle Theft16
Larceny531
Total Crimes Against Persons (Violent Crimes)731
Total Property Crimes602
Total Number of Arrests1,333

Source: Crime in Pennsylvania Dashboard

Northampton County Sheriff’s Office

It is situated in Northampton county, Pennsylvania with a total number of 69 employees - 9 female, 55 male officers and 5 civilians. Northampton County SO ORI (Originated Agency Identifier) number is PA0480000, it belongs to the Middle Atlantic division in the Northeast region with a region code of Region I.

Police Departments in Northampton County

DepartmentAddressPhone
Bushkill Township Police Department1114 Bushkill Ctr Rd(610)759-9588
Easton Police Department25 S 3rd St610-250-2282
Forks Township Police Department1604 Sullivan Trl610-252-0785
Hellertown Police Department685 Main St610-330-2200
Northampton Police Department1401 Laubach Ave(610)261-0404
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