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Why public records can be hard to find on your own
- Criminal and court records are maintained separately at local, state, and federal levels
- Not all offenses appear in a single public database
- Jurisdictions update records on different schedules
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How can I look up criminal records on peoplefinders.com?
Start a criminal records search through PeopleFinders by entering a person’s name into the search fields above. When you are sure you have found the correct subject, you will have the option to access any available data pulled from criminal records, as well as additional information from other public sources.
Can I access criminal records data for free on peoplefinders.com?
You can start searching for a person’s criminal records data for free, but accessing in-depth results requires payment or a subscription.
While you may be able to view limited criminal case information for free directly from a county clerk’s office or government agency, availability and fees vary by jurisdiction, and some courts charge for certified copies or online access. Online services like PeopleFinders offer a more convenient alternative by aggregating data from multiple sources into one database, saving you time and effort.
How do I check my criminal record?
If you have a criminal history, PeopleFinders may have related public records information in its database. To see what information may be available, simply type your name into the search fields above.
Alternatively, you can check government databases or visit your local courthouse in person, which are the most authoritative sources for official criminal record information, though you may need to search multiple jurisdictions separately depending on where incidents occurred. PeopleFinders streamlines this process by compiling information from various sources in one place.
How do I look up someone's criminal record?
Enter the name of the person you want to look up. Once you have found the right person, you can view any public records information about criminal history in our database. Full reports require a payment or subscription, and keep in mind that the information you might see is not an official criminal record or court document.
What is a criminal record?
A criminal record is an umbrella term for any public record created by the U.S. criminal justice system related to criminal activity. It can include arrest records, court case information, docket entries, infractions, misdemeanor and felony cases, restraining orders related to criminal matters, and more. These records may originate from law enforcement agencies, municipal, district, or superior courts, and other parts of the judicial branch that handle criminal cases.
Do criminal records clear after 7 years?
No, criminal records do not automatically clear after 7 years. This is a common misconception, possibly stemming from credit reporting laws that limit how long certain negative information can appear on credit reports.
Criminal records remain part of the public record indefinitely unless you take legal action to have them sealed or expunged. And whether you’re eligible for expungement depends on your state and factors such as the type of offense (misdemeanor or felony), whether you completed your sentence, and your criminal history.
To request expungement or sealing of your records, you’ll need to petition the court in the jurisdiction where the conviction occurred. Some states have specific laws that may allow minor offenses to be automatically sealed after a certain period, but this is not universal.
How do I obtain criminal records?
You can search for criminal records data through online court databases or by visiting your local county courthouse, superior court, or district court in person to submit a records request.
Many states offer official case search portals through their court system websites (typically found at [state].gov/courts or similar addresses) that allow you to look up case information by party name, date range, or specific case types, though you may need to check multiple jurisdictions.
PeopleFinders simplifies this process by aggregating available public records data from various sources into one searchable platform, which can help reduce the time spent searching multiple court systems.
Disclaimer: You cannot view or obtain formal legal documents or official court documents through PeopleFinders.com. You can, however, access data from available public records, which may include arrest records, criminal case records, civil cases, misdemeanor cases, traffic cases, and other cases maintained by law enforcement agencies and courts.