Search Rockland County Criminal Court Records

Rockland County criminal court records are kept at the courthouse in New City. The County Clerk stores all Supreme and County Court case files. Rockland County is part of the Ninth Judicial District in southeastern New York, just north of the New Jersey border. Scott E. Wallace serves as Chief Clerk for the Supreme and County Courts. Because Rockland is in the Ninth Judicial District, pending criminal cases in the County Court are available through WebCrims. The county has a population of about 330,000 and covers communities like Ramapo, Clarkstown, and Orangetown.

Rockland County Court

The Rockland County Court handles all felony criminal cases. The courthouse is at 1 South Main Street in New City. Scott E. Wallace is the Chief Clerk. The Supreme Court shares the building and handles civil matters and felony appeals.

The County Clerk acts as clerk of both the Supreme and County Courts. All criminal case files are stored and managed by the clerk's office. You can visit during business hours to search for records. Staff can look up cases by name or docket number. They can make copies and provide certified documents. The District Attorney's Office in New City prosecutes all felony and misdemeanor crimes.

How to Search Criminal Court Records in Rockland County

WebCrims covers pending criminal cases in Rockland County because it is in the Ninth Judicial District. Search for free by defendant name or case number. You get future court dates, charges, and basic case info. Updates happen four times daily. This is good for checking the status of active cases.

The OCA Criminal History Record Search costs $95 per name and covers all 62 counties. Apply at ww2.nycourts.gov/apps/chrs. Results come the next business day. The search shows open cases and convictions. Sealed records do not appear.

For in-person searches, visit the Rockland County Clerk's office in New City. Bring the defendant's full name. A case number or approximate date helps. The clerk pulls files and makes copies. Certified copies and Certificates of Disposition have fees under CPLR 8019(f). Under Judiciary Law 255, court records are presumed public, but sealed records are restricted.

Rockland County Court Records Resources

Rockland County court records resource page.

Rockland County District Attorney

The Rockland County District Attorney's Office in New City prosecutes all felony and misdemeanor crimes. The office has specialized units for major crimes and works with local law enforcement agencies across the county. Prosecution records are not part of the court file. Police reports and investigation notes stay with law enforcement. The court file has the legal papers: complaints, indictments, motions, and judgments. File a FOIL request to get police or DA records.

Record Sealing in Rockland County

Dismissed and acquitted cases are sealed automatically under CPL 160.50. No action is needed from the defendant. Violation convictions may be sealed under CPL 160.55. Drug convictions can qualify under CPL 160.58 after completing a court-ordered treatment program.

CPL 160.59 allows sealing of up to two eligible convictions after ten years from completion of the sentence. File a motion with the Rockland County Court. The DA is notified and can oppose. The judge considers the nature of the crime, the person's conduct since the conviction, and public safety. Violent felonies and sex offenses cannot be sealed. Sealed records are hidden from WebCrims and OCA searches. Law enforcement retains limited access in certain situations.

Types of Criminal Cases in Rockland County

The County Court handles felonies. Town and village justice courts handle violations and some misdemeanors. A criminal court record typically includes:

• Defendant name and date of birth
• Charges and arrest details
• Indictment or information
• Motions and court orders
• Plea or trial outcome
• Sentencing information

Police reports and prosecution files are not part of the court record. Those are held by law enforcement and the DA's office. Court files contain the legal documents: complaints, indictments, motions, and judgments.

Certificates of Disposition are the official proof of how a case ended. They show the charges, the plea or verdict, and the sentence. Courts, licensing boards, and immigration attorneys often require them. Request one from the court that handled the case. The fee is typically $10 to $25. The DCJS record review process lets you check your own full criminal history. Contact DCJS at 518-457-9847 for more information about the review process.

Legal Resources in Rockland County

Legal Aid Society of Rockland County provides free legal help to qualifying residents. The Rockland County Bar Association has a lawyer referral service. Free court forms for sealing motions, fee waivers, and other common needs are at nycourts.gov/courthelp. The NYS Unified Court System provides self-help resources for people handling legal matters on their own. Court staff at the Ninth Judicial District can help with forms and procedures but cannot give legal advice.

Court Records Access Rules

Court records access in Rockland County follows state rules under Judiciary Law 255. The County Clerk in New City maintains official court files. Personal information like Social Security numbers may be redacted from copies. Requests must identify specific records. The clerk cannot process general requests for all records about a person. Provide a full name, date of birth, and case number when possible.

Cities in Rockland County

Rockland County includes several large towns. All felony cases go through the Rockland County Court in New City.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Rockland County.