Clarkstown Busted Mugshots
Clarkstown arrest records come from the Clarkstown Police Department, one of the larger municipal forces in Rockland County. Chief Jeffrey Wanamaker heads a department of 162 sworn officers and 70 civilian staff with a "Community First" approach. The Justice Court at 20 Maple Avenue in New City handles local criminal cases. This page walks through every way to find busted mugshots and booking data connected to Clarkstown.
Clarkstown Arrest Records at a Glance
Clarkstown Police Department Records
The Clarkstown Police Department is led by Chief Jeffrey Wanamaker. The department has 162 sworn officers and 70 civilian employees. It is one of the biggest town police departments in Rockland County. Their motto is "Community First."
When Clarkstown Police make an arrest, the person is booked at the station. Mugshots are taken. Fingerprints are recorded. An arrest report gets filed. All of this data becomes part of the record. The department keeps these files in their records system.
To request arrest records, file a FOIL request with the Clarkstown Police. Put it in writing and include the person's full name, approximate date of arrest, and any case numbers you have. Copies cost $0.25 per page. The department must acknowledge your request within five business days.
The Town of Clarkstown website has information about submitting records requests. Check their FOIL page for any specific forms or email addresses they prefer to use.
Clarkstown Justice Court Case Lookup
The Clarkstown Justice Court is at 20 Maple Avenue in New City. Call (845) 639-5960 for court information. The court handles arraignments, misdemeanor cases, violations, and traffic matters. It is the first stop for criminal cases that start in Clarkstown.
Felony cases transfer to Rockland County Court after a grand jury indictment. The justice court only handles the preliminary stages of felony cases. Once charges are elevated, the county court takes over.
Court records are available through the clerk at the justice court. For active cases, you can call or visit during business hours. For older or archived cases, a written request may be needed. The Rockland County Clerk also holds court documents.
Rockland County Jail and Clarkstown Inmates
The Rockland County Correctional Facility at 55 New Hempstead Road holds inmates from across the county. Call (845) 638-5400 for inmate information. Anyone arrested in Clarkstown who cannot make bail goes here.
Visiting the correctional facility requires planning. Register at least 30 minutes before the visit. Bring a valid photo ID. Minors must be with a parent or legal guardian. The facility has strict rules about what visitors can bring inside.
The sheriff's office manages the jail and keeps booking records. They can confirm if someone from Clarkstown is in custody. Contact them directly for the most current inmate status information.
FOIL Access and State Databases for Clarkstown
New York's Freedom of Information Law covers all Clarkstown arrest records. Mugshots, booking logs, and arrest reports are available through FOIL requests. Anyone can file a request without giving a reason.
CPL 160.50 seals records when charges are dismissed or the defendant is acquitted. The Clean Slate Act, effective November 2024, seals old misdemeanors after three years and some felonies after eight years post-sentence. Sex offenses are excluded from automatic sealing.
WebCrims covers pending criminal cases in Rockland County. The DCJS Record Review offers statewide checks at $65 for fingerprints or $95 for a name-based OCA search. Both take several weeks.
The DOCCS Incarcerated Lookup shows state prison inmates from Clarkstown. The Sex Offender Registry covers registered offenders in Rockland County. Level 2 and 3 are searchable online. Level 1 requires calling 800-262-3257.
Clarkstown County Records
Clarkstown is in Rockland County. For full county-level arrest records and court data, visit the Rockland County page.