Access Richmond County Criminal Court Records

Richmond County criminal court records are processed through the New York City court system. Richmond County covers Staten Island, one of the five boroughs of New York City. The Staten Island Criminal Court at 67 Targee Street handles misdemeanors, violations, and initial felony arraignments. The Richmond County Supreme Court at 18 Richmond Terrace handles felony trials and appeals. District Attorney Michael McMahon leads the prosecution of all criminal cases on Staten Island. With about 475,000 residents, Richmond County is the least populous of the five New York City boroughs but still processes a significant volume of criminal cases each year.

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Staten Island Criminal Court

The Richmond County Criminal Court is at 67 Targee Street in Staten Island. It handles misdemeanor crimes, violations, and traffic infractions. The court also conducts initial arraignments for felony cases before they are sent to the Supreme Court. Specialized parts include the Staten Island Treatment Court for drug cases.

The Richmond County Supreme Court at 18 Richmond Terrace handles felony trials, civil cases, and appeals. The phone number is (718) 675-8700. The Office of Court Administration maintains criminal records for both courts. E-filing is mandatory for most case types in the Supreme Court.

Criminal CourtRichmond County Criminal Court
Address67 Targee Street
Staten Island, NY 10304
Supreme Court18 Richmond Terrace
Staten Island, NY 10301
Phone (Supreme)(718) 675-8700

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New York State court records search system used for Richmond County criminal records.

Richmond County District Attorney

District Attorney Michael McMahon leads the Richmond County DA's Office at 130 Stuyvesant Place in Staten Island. The phone number is (718) 876-6300. The office prosecutes all felony and misdemeanor crimes on Staten Island. It has specialized units for special victims, economic crimes, and gang investigations.

The DA's office works with the NYPD and other law enforcement agencies. It reviews all arrests and makes charging decisions. Prosecution records are separate from court files. Police reports and witness statements are held by the NYPD. To get police records, file a FOIL request with the appropriate precinct or NYPD headquarters.

Criminal Record Sealing in Richmond County

Dismissed cases are sealed automatically under CPL 160.50. Violation convictions may be sealed under CPL 160.55. Drug convictions can qualify under CPL 160.58 if treatment was completed.

CPL 160.59 allows sealing of up to two eligible convictions after ten years from completion of the sentence. File a motion with the Richmond County Supreme Court. The DA gets notice and can oppose. The judge weighs the nature of the crime, your record since, and the public interest. Violent felonies and sex offenses cannot be sealed. Sealed records are hidden from WebCrims and OCA searches but law enforcement retains limited access.

Types of Criminal Cases in Richmond County

Staten Island handles a range of criminal matters. The Criminal Court processes misdemeanors and violations. The Supreme Court handles felonies. Common case types include drug offenses, assault, DUI, theft, and domestic violence cases. A criminal court record typically shows:

  • Defendant name and year of birth
  • Arrest date and charges filed
  • Arraignment and bail information
  • Court appearances and motions
  • Plea or verdict and sentence

Certificates of Disposition are the official proof of case outcome. They are needed for jobs, licensing, housing, and immigration. Get one from the clerk of the court that handled the case. The fee is typically $10 to $25.

The DCJS record review lets you check your own criminal history. Contact DCJS at 518-457-9847 or email RecordReview@dcjs.ny.gov. You need to be fingerprinted at an authorized location. Results are mailed to your home and take several weeks. Your DCJS record may show sealed information not found in court searches if you request the unsuppressed version.

Court Records Access Rules

Court records access on Staten Island follows state rules under Judiciary Law 255, not FOIL. Requests go to the clerk of the court that handled the case. For Criminal Court misdemeanors, contact the Criminal Court clerk at 67 Targee Street. For Supreme Court felonies, contact the Supreme Court clerk at 18 Richmond Terrace. You need to describe the specific records you want and provide identifying details.

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