Clarion County Arrest Records

According to the Pennsylvania State Police Community Access to Information Dashboard (CAID) glossary, an arrest is the act of taking an individual into custody with the intent to file charges or after charges are filed against them. Per Pennsylvania Rules of Criminal Procedure Chapter 4, arrest becomes necessary when a warrant has been issued for the defendant's arrest, when the defendant is violent or poses an imminent threat of violence, or when there is a likelihood that the defendant will flee.

Persons arrested in Clarion County are held at the Clarion County Jail at 309 Amsler Drive, Ste. 2, Shippenville, PA 16254. This correctional facility houses convicted individuals or pre-trial detainees. Arrest records are public records that document the details of an arrest but do not indicate guilt or innocence. For further information on the legal proceedings following an arrest, requesters are to refer to the Clarion County Court Records, which detail the charges filed, hearings, and final dispositions of the case.

Are Arrest Records Public in Clarion County?

Yes, Clarion County's arrest records are open to the public. The Pennsylvania Right-to-Know Law (65 P.S. §§ 67.101 - 67.3104), in particular, provides public access to these records.

However, the following arrest records may be redacted or sealed from public access:

• Records about juvenile offenders
• Information that may compromise ongoing investigations
• Expunged records

What Do Public Arrest Records Contain?

Public arrest records in Clarion County typically contain the following information:

• Details of the arrestee, such as full name, date of birth, gender, race, weight, height, hair and eye color
• Details of the arrest, including the arrest's date, time, and location
• Booking date and time
• Charges filed against the arrestee
• Bail information: Amount of bail set and whether it was posted
• Release date, time, and manner

Clarion County Arrest Statistics

The Crime in Pennsylvania Online portal hosted by the Pennsylvania Uniform Crime Reporting Program includes offense and arrest data. According to the Arrest Report, Clarion County recorded 90,565 arrests in 2023. The most frequent arrests were related to larceny-theft, totaling 30,950 (34.17%). Other common offenses included Aggravated Assault, with 10,986 arrests (12.13%), Burglary—breaking or Entering, with 4,007 arrests (4.42%); and Motor Vehicle Theft, with 3,121 arrests (3.44%).

Find Clarion County Arrest Records

The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) maintains a public access portal where individuals can conduct name-based criminal record searches. The result of this search usually contains records of arrest in Clarion County, and it is conducted at a non-refundable fee of $22.00. Payment can be made via credit card; results are typically available within 24 hours.

In addition to online searches, the PSP offers another method for accessing Pennsylvania criminal records and, invariably, Clarion County arrest records. Interested persons are to fill out a request form and submit it either in person or by mail. A check or money order for the $22.00 processing fee and a self-addressed, stamped envelope should be included with mail-in requests. Mail requests should be sent to:

Pennsylvania State Police
Central Repository – 164
1800 Elmerton Avenue, Harrisburg
PA 17110-9758
Phone: (888) 783-7972 (Help Desk)

Free Arrest Record Search in Clarion County

Interested persons can use third-party websites to access Clarion County arrest records for free. However, it is important to note that these third-party websites are not affiliated with Clarion County law enforcement agencies, therefore, the accuracy of the information retrieved from these sites might not be up to date at all times.

How Long Do Arrests Stay on Your Record?

Indefinitely. Arrest records in Clarion County typically remain on an individual's record unless they are expunged or sealed.

Expunge Clarion County Arrest Records

An expungement is the process of removing a person's criminal history from official databases, such as law enforcement records. In Pennsylvania, the expungement process is not automatic, it requires an application. However, the individual must first be eligible for an expungement before applying. A person may be eligible to request for the removal of their criminal history record under the following circumstances, as stated in the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 9122:

• A person may begin the expungement procedure if, eighteen months after the arrest, there is no outstanding matter before the court.
• A person may be eligible for the expungement of their criminal history record when a court order has been issued to erase non-conviction data.
• A person may be eligible for the expungement of a crime they committed below the age of 18 when they turn 21 years or older
• A person may be eligible for the expungement when they live to be 70 or older and are free from arrest or prosecution for 10 years after their release from custody or supervision.

Eligible persons may request an expungement process by completing and printing Form SP 4-170 (Request for Individual Access and Review). They are required to mail the completed Form, along with a certified check or money order for $20 payable to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, a copy of a government-issued photo ID, and a legal affidavit to the Central Repository address listed on the Form.

After submitting the completed application, the applicant will receive a letter from the Central Repository containing their complete arrest history. The individual can then examine the record and obtain further guidance on how to petition the court for expungement by contacting the Clerk of Courts in the county where the arrest occurred.

Upon approval of the petition, the court will issue an order for expungement. The Pennsylvania State Police are required to expunge the records as soon as they receive the court order.

Clarion County Arrest Warrants

Per Pennsylvania Rules of Criminal Procedure, Rule 513, an arrest warrant in Clarion County is a legal document issued by a judge or magistrate authorizing law enforcement to arrest an individual whom they believe has committed a crime. It is typically issued when there is probable cause to believe that an individual has committed a crime, when an individual fails to appear in court as required, or when an instant arrest is necessary to avoid further criminal activity or flight during an ongoing investigation.

Clarion County Arrest Warrant shows the following information:

• Name of the individual to be arrested.
• Physical description of the individual to be arrested
• Offense Charged
• Date of Issuance
• Jurisdiction of the warrant.
• Command for Arrest
• Signature of Issuing Judge or Magistrate

Do Clarion County Arrest Warrants Expire?

Clarion County arrest warrants may be periodically reviewed by the issuing authority may periodically review warrants, but they typically stay in effect indefinitely and remain active until executed or recalled.