Search Clarkstown Felony Records
Clarkstown felony records are handled through the Rockland County court system in the lower Hudson Valley. The town is one of the largest in Rockland County and sits in the 9th Judicial District. The Clarkstown Police Department, with 162 sworn officers, makes felony arrests that start in town justice court and then move to Rockland County Court for prosecution. This page covers where to find those records and how to request them.
Clarkstown Overview
Rockland County Court and Clarkstown Felony Cases
Rockland County Court handles all felony prosecutions from Clarkstown. The 9th Judicial District covers Rockland, Westchester, Dutchess, Orange, and Putnam counties. The district administrative office is at 111 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., 11th Floor, White Plains, NY 10601. Phone: 914-824-5100.
When someone is arrested on a felony charge in Clarkstown, the case starts in Clarkstown Justice Court. The judge does the arraignment, reviews the charges, and sets bail. A preliminary hearing may be held. If a grand jury returns an indictment, the case transfers to Rockland County Court for trial and sentencing.
The Rockland County Clerk maintains official court records for felony cases. This includes indictments, plea agreements, sentencing records, and all other filings from County Court proceedings. Records from the justice court stay with the town.
Clarkstown Police Department Records
The Clarkstown Police Department is a well-staffed force with 162 sworn officers and 70 civilians and crossing guards. Their headquarters is at 20 Maple Ave., New City, NY 10956. For emergencies call 911. The non-emergency line is (845) 639-5800. Chief Jeffrey Wanamaker leads the department.
| Office | Details |
|---|---|
| Clarkstown Police HQ | 20 Maple Ave., New City, NY 10956 |
| Non-Emergency Phone | (845) 639-5800 |
| Emergency | 911 |
| Police Chief | Jeffrey Wanamaker |
| Sworn Officers | 162 |
| Copy Fee | $0.25 per page |
The department follows a "Community First" policing approach. They run the Ready Clarkstown Emergency Notification System and focus on crime prevention and traffic safety. Chief Wanamaker is a graduate of the FBI National Police Academy and an active member of the Rockland County Chiefs Association.
FOIL requests for police records should be in writing. Send them to the department's records access officer. Include names, dates, and case numbers. The department must acknowledge your request within five business days under Public Officers Law §§ 84-90. Standard copies are $0.25 per page. Electronic copies via email may be provided free of charge.
How to Access Clarkstown Felony Records
There are several paths to felony records depending on what you need.
The Criminal History Record Search costs $95 and pulls conviction records from courts statewide. This is run by the Office of Court Administration and is the broadest tool for checking felony convictions from any New York court, including Rockland County.
The DOCCS Inmate Lookup is free. It shows people in state prison or on parole. Search by name or DIN number. If a Clarkstown felony led to a state sentence, the person shows up in this database.
For your own criminal history, use the DCJS Record Review. Submit fingerprints to get your personal rap sheet. Call DCJS at 518-457-9847 or email RecordReview@dcjs.ny.gov. You cannot use FOIL to get criminal history records from DCJS, either for yourself or someone else.
The Sex Offender Registry from DCJS is free. Search by name, zip code, or county to find registered offenders in the Clarkstown area. The NYS Courts records page explains which court records are public and walks you through the request process.
Sealed and Protected Felony Records
New York seals certain felony records from public view. CPL § 160.50 covers arrests that did not lead to a conviction. If a case was dismissed, resulted in an acquittal, or was otherwise terminated in favor of the accused, the records are sealed by law. This process is supposed to be automatic.
CPL § 160.59 provides a petition process for sealing older convictions. A person can apply to seal up to two convictions, with no more than one felony. There is a ten-year waiting period after the sentence ends. Violent felonies and sex offenses are not eligible. The court considers multiple factors before granting the petition, including the nature of the offense and the person's conduct since conviction.
The Clean Slate Act went into effect on November 16, 2024. It will eventually allow automatic sealing of eligible convictions without a petition. The Office of Court Administration has three years to develop the process. Murder and sex crimes are excluded from automatic sealing. Police, prosecutors, and courts keep full access to sealed records for law enforcement purposes.
FOIL Appeals Process
If your FOIL request is denied by the Clarkstown Police Department or any town office, you can appeal. Put the appeal in writing and send it to the Town Attorney within 30 days of the denial. The appeal officer must respond within ten business days.
If the appeal is also denied, your next step is an Article 78 proceeding in state court. The court can order the records released and may award attorney's fees if you substantially prevail. Law enforcement records may be withheld under the exemptions in Public Officers Law § 87(2)(e) if disclosure would interfere with an investigation or reveal confidential sources.
Clarkstown County Page
Clarkstown is part of Rockland County. For a full look at felony records across the county, visit the Rockland County felony records page. It covers the county clerk, district attorney, and all courts in the system.
Nearby Cities
Other Rockland County towns have their own felony records pages with local court information.