Access Irondequoit Felony Records

Irondequoit felony records are handled through the Monroe County court system and the Irondequoit Police Department. This town borders Rochester to the north and sits between Irondequoit Bay and the Genesee River, within the 7th Judicial District. Felony arrests in Irondequoit go through Irondequoit Town Court for arraignment, then move to Monroe County Court in Rochester for prosecution. The Monroe County Clerk holds the official court files. This page covers how to access felony records connected to Irondequoit.

Monroe County Court and Felony Records

Monroe County Court handles all felony prosecutions from Irondequoit. The Monroe County Clerk's Office is the official custodian of court records. Their main office is at the Monroe County Courthouse, 39 West Main Street, Room 101, Rochester, NY 14614. Phone: (585) 753-1600. They store indictments, plea records, conviction documents, and sentencing orders.

Irondequoit Town Court handles misdemeanors and violations within the town. For felony matters, the town court judge acts as the arraignment court. The judge sets bail and holds a preliminary hearing. When a grand jury issues an indictment, the case moves to Monroe County Court. Town court records stay with the town, and county court files go to the Monroe County Clerk.

The Monroe County District Attorney's Office at 47 South Fitzhugh Street, Rochester, NY 14614, prosecutes felony cases from Irondequoit. Phone: (585) 753-4500. Prosecution files may contain records exempt from FOIL under Public Officers Law § 87(2), such as material linked to ongoing investigations or confidential informants.

See the Monroe County felony records page for more details on countywide records access.

How to Request Irondequoit Felony Records

FOIL governs access to felony records in Irondequoit. Public Officers Law §§ 84-90 applies to the police department, the town court, the county clerk, and every other government agency. Anyone can submit a request. You do not need to state a reason.

The Irondequoit Police Department is at 1300 Titus Avenue, Rochester, NY 14617. Phone: (585) 336-6000. They maintain arrest records, incident reports, and other law enforcement files for cases handled within the town. Send FOIL requests to the department's records access officer. Include the person's name, date of the incident, and any case numbers you have.

For county court records, contact the Monroe County Clerk's Office in Rochester. In-person requests and mail requests are both accepted. Copy fees are $0.25 per page for standard documents. The agency must acknowledge your FOIL request within 5 business days. Records must be provided or denied within 20 business days. If they need more time, they must explain why and give a specific date.

The Monroe County Sheriff's Office maintains the county jail at 130 Plymouth Avenue South, Rochester, NY 14614. Phone: (585) 753-4000. They hold booking logs, custody records, and inmate information. FOIL requests for jail records go to the sheriff's records access officer.

Online Felony Records Search Tools

The Criminal History Record Search from the Office of Court Administration costs $95 and covers conviction records from every court in New York State. This is the most complete statewide tool for finding felony convictions connected to Irondequoit.

The DOCCS Inmate Lookup is free. It shows people in state prison or on parole supervision. Search by name or DIN number. If an Irondequoit felony case ended in a state prison sentence, the record will appear here.

For your own record, use the DCJS Record Review. Submit fingerprints and get your personal criminal history. This is separate from FOIL and cannot be used for another person. Phone: 518-457-9847. Email: RecordReview@dcjs.ny.gov.

Free search tools include the Sex Offender Registry for registered offenders and the NYSCEF portal for electronic court filings. The court records help page from the Unified Court System explains how court records work across New York.

Sealed Felony Records

Under CPL § 160.50, records from arrests that did not lead to a conviction are sealed automatically. This applies to dismissals, acquittals, and completed adjournments in contemplation of dismissal. The records are removed from public access. They remain available to law enforcement and courts.

CPL § 160.59 lets individuals petition to seal up to two convictions. No more than one can be a felony. The waiting period is ten years from the end of the sentence. Violent felonies, sex offenses, and Class A felonies cannot be sealed under this provision. The judge looks at the offense, the time since conviction, and the applicant's rehabilitation record.

New York's Clean Slate Act became effective November 16, 2024. It calls for automatic sealing of eligible convictions. The courts have up to three years to roll out the process. Sex crimes and non-drug Class A felonies are excluded. Law enforcement, prosecutors, and courts keep full access to sealed records. CPL § 160.58 also provides for sealing of certain drug convictions when a person completes a treatment program.

FOIL Appeals Process

When a FOIL request is denied, you have the right to appeal. Put the appeal in writing and submit it within 30 days to the head of the agency. The agency must respond within 10 business days. If the appeal is also denied, you can bring an Article 78 proceeding in Supreme Court. The court may award reasonable attorney's fees if you substantially prevail in the case.

Common grounds for denial include active investigations, records that would identify confidential sources, and material that could interfere with a fair trial or judicial proceeding. Agencies must cite the specific FOIL exemption they rely on. Routine law enforcement techniques and procedures are not exempt from disclosure. The Committee on Open Government at 518-474-2518 can provide guidance on FOIL rights.

Nearby Cities

These Monroe County cities near Irondequoit also have felony records pages with local details.