Crawford County Arrest Records

Arrest records in Crawford County are documents maintained by the Crawford County Sheriff's Office. They formally describe how an arresting agency apprehends and holds a person. Records may also provide information on the offense that a person is suspected of committing, the location and time of the arrest, and the person's personal information, including name, description, and birthdate, are all included in their arrest record. An arrest record may also form part of Crawford County Court Records as used during court proceedings. As a result, interested parties may also find them at the Crawford County Clerk of Courts’ Office.

Are Arrest Records Public in Crawford County?

Yes, most of Crawford County’s arrest records are public records. Arrest records are public to uphold accountability and transparency within the county’s justice system. The public may view government documents under the Pennsylvania Right-to-Know Law. This includes arrest records.

However, the public's right to view arrest records in Crawford County is not without exceptions. Certain information is legally prohibited from being accessed by the general public, including:

• Juvenile arrest records
• Arrest records being used in an ongoing investigation
• Expunged arrest records
• Arrest records restricted by an operation of law

What Do Public Arrest Records Contain?

Interested parties will find the following information in a Crawford County Arrest Record:

• The arrestee’s personal information:
  • Full name, including any aliases
  • Date of birth
  • Physical description (race, height, weight, eye and hair colors, and identifying marks)
• Information regarding the arrest:
  • Where and when the arrest was made
  • The name of the arresting agency and officer
  • The offense the arrestee is suspected of committing
  • The case number associated with the arrest
• Mugshot and Fingerprints:
  • The arrestee’s photograph
  • The arrestee’s set of fingerprints
• Charges Filed:
  • Detailed list of charges, including any statutory references
  • Charge classification (misdemeanor, felony, etc.)
• Bail/Bond Information:
  • The amount set for bail or bond, if applicable
  • Details of any bail paid

Crawford County Arrest Statistics

Pennsylvania’s Uniform Crime Reporting System states 521 arrests were made in Crawford County in 2023. 17% of the total arrests were for juvenile offenders. Meanwhile, 432 of the arrests were for adult offenders. The simple assault had the highest number of arrests(233) for all offenses. This was followed by theft and aggravated assault, with 155 and 81 arrests, respectively.

Find Crawford County Arrest Records

The county's sole correctional facility is the Crawford County Correctional Facility. It offers an online record of inmates through its Inmate List. Using the inmate list, interested parties may find an inmate's name, booking date, and sentence expiration date. Requesters may also contact the Crawford County Correctional Facility for further information.

Crawford County Correctional Facility
2100 Independence Drive
Saegertown, PA 16433
Phone: (814) 763-1190

Free Arrest Record Search in Crawford County

Anyone interested in doing a free search for arrest records may contact the county's Clerk of Courts or Sheriff's Office. These agencies are responsible for keeping arrest records and other public records. Third-party websites also provide interested parties with access to Crawford County arrest records. Qualified public record specialists have chosen and examined these websites to ensure their correctness and dependability. Record seekers must remember that many websites require a subscription or payment to view specific records. Inaccurate information may also be found on these websites, which the government does not run.

Crawford County Arrest Records Vs. Criminal Records

The main distinction between a criminal record and an arrest record is the stage and result of the legal proceedings that each document reflects. For example, an arrest record records the procedure by which law enforcement apprehends an individual. It contains information on the person's initial charges, the date and place of the arrest, and the reason for the arrest. A person's arrest record merely indicates that they were detained on suspicion of a crime; it does not indicate guilt.

On the other hand, a criminal record is an official document noting an individual's interactions with the criminal justice system. They provide information about a person's prior criminal offenses. It also contains details about crimes for which a person was convicted or entered a guilty plea in a court of law. A criminal record also shows that the individual has been officially found guilty of a crime by a court. Information on convictions, sentencing, and any sanctions—like jail time or fines—are all included in criminal records. Criminal records are permanent unless expunged and show proven guilt instead of mere suspicion.

How Long Do Arrests Stay on Your Record?

Crawford County arrest records may remain on a person’s record permanently, depending on the offense and if an individual was convicted or sentenced. However, individuals whose cases were dismissed never stood trial, received a not guilty verdict, or met other requirements criteria may have their arrest records expunged.

Expunge Crawford County Arrest Records

Expunging a person's criminal and arrest records is known as expungement. The Criminal History Record Information Act, which governs Pennsylvania's expungement procedure, permits records to be expunged under certain circumstances, including acquittal, the conclusion of a diversion program, or after a predetermined amount of time for infractions that are considered minor.

The following individuals will be eligible for expungement:

1. An offender who has received a pardon notice from the Board of Pardons will have their arrest records expunged.
2. People over 70 may have their arrest records expunged if they have not been arrested for or convicted of any crime in the last 10 years since their sentence was completed.
3. Deceased individuals may have their arrest records expunged three years after their death.
4. The court may expunge records of individuals convicted of summary offenses after five arrests and crime-free years. The following crimes are classified as summary offenses:
   1. Public drunkenness
   2. Underage drinking
   3. Disorderly conduct
   4. Possession of a fake ID.
5. Individuals whose charges were dropped or the prosecution decided not to prosecute may have their arrest records expunged.
6. People who have completed diversion programs will have their records expunged.

Once a person has proven eligibility, they may apply for expungement by completing print Form SP 4-170. This form is essential for anyone requesting their criminal history record, which is required to file for expungement. The form should be mailed to the following address, along with a $20 money order or check a government-issued ID:

Pennsylvania State Police Central Repository – RCPU
1800 Elmerton Avenue
Harrisburg, PA 17110-9758

The Central Repository will then send the applicant’s arrest record. Following this, the applicant must contact the Crawford County Clerk of Court for further instructions on petitioning the expungement.

Crawford County Arrest Warrants

Court authorities issue Crawford County arrest warrants to allow law enforcement to arrest an individual suspected of committing a crime. However, law enforcement officers may arrest if they witness a crime or reasonably suspect someone has committed it. Drafting these documents follows a police officer, sheriff, or district attorney submitting an affidavit to the court. After that, a judge or court magistrate will grant permission to search or seize private property. Judges or court magistrates sign and issue arrest warrants on behalf of municipal or state jurisdictions. Unless otherwise stated, most warrants are only good for a specific time.

Do Crawford County Arrest Warrants Expire?

Arrest warrants in Crawford County are perpetual. They remain in effect until the charges against the suspect are dropped, the issuing court or magistrate recalls the warrant or the subject is arrested.