Search New York County Felony Records
New York County felony records come from one of the busiest court systems in the nation. The county covers the borough of Manhattan and is part of the 1st Judicial District. The Supreme Court Criminal Term at 100 Centre Street handles major felony trials, while the County Clerk at 60 Centre Street maintains official case files. The Manhattan District Attorney's Office prosecutes cases, and the NYPD provides law enforcement. With thousands of felony cases processed every year, the system is large and complex. Records are available through the Clerk's Office, state databases, and FOIL requests.
New York County Overview
New York County Clerk's Office
The County Clerk is at 60 Centre Street, New York, NY 10007. Phone: (646) 386-5955. The office receives all papers that start actions and proceedings, and it keeps the official case files for Supreme Court. Both civil and criminal matters filed in New York County Supreme Court are stored here.
Records are open to the public during business hours, Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. In-person access terminals are available at the courthouse. You can also submit requests by mail. This is one of the highest-volume Clerk's offices in the state, so expect some wait time for in-person requests.
Copy fees apply per page. Certified copies cost more and are needed for official purposes. Standard copy fees are 65 cents per page with a $1.30 minimum. The office is part of the NYSCEF e-filing system, which means many documents can be submitted electronically. Historical records going back well over a century are maintained in the archives.
| Office | New York County Clerk |
|---|---|
| Address | 60 Centre Street, New York, NY 10007 |
| Phone | (646) 386-5955 |
| Hours | Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Supreme Court Criminal Term
The New York County Supreme Court Criminal Term is at 100 Centre Street, New York, NY 10013. Phone: (646) 386-4900. This is where the most serious felony cases in Manhattan are tried.
The court runs specialized parts for homicide, sex crimes, narcotics, and other major felonies. Multiple grand juries operate at the same time, continuously reviewing evidence for indictments. Jury trials are held for defendants who plead not guilty. Sentencing follows conviction within the ranges set by state law. Bail applications and modifications are handled here too.
Treatment courts include Drug Court and Domestic Violence Court. These programs give qualifying defendants structured paths that can lead to better outcomes. The court is open to the public. Records are available through the County Clerk and the court clerk's office. Decisions can be appealed to the Appellate Division, First Department.
Manhattan District Attorney's Office
The Manhattan DA's Office is at One Hogan Place, New York, NY 10013. Phone: (212) 335-9000. It is one of the largest and most well-known prosecutor's offices in the country. The office handles all felonies and misdemeanors in New York County.
Specialized bureaus include Homicide, Special Victims, Cybercrime, and Financial Fraud. The Investigation Division has extensive capabilities. A Conviction Integrity Unit reviews claims of wrongful conviction. The DA's office complies with broad discovery rules under CPL Article 240, sharing materials with defense counsel early in each case. Victim and witness services are comprehensive. The office employs hundreds of Assistant District Attorneys.
NYC Criminal Court and Arraignments
NYC Criminal Court for Manhattan is at 100 Centre Street, with a separate Summons Court at 346 Broadway. Phone: (646) 386-4511. Every person arrested in Manhattan is arraigned here. Arraignment court operates around the clock, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
The Criminal Court handles misdemeanor and violation-level cases. It also conducts preliminary hearings for felony cases that are waiting for Grand Jury action. All-purpose parts manage adjournments, pleas, and short trials. Treatment courts for drugs, domestic violence, and mental health operate within this system. Public calendars and basic case data are available through WebCrims.
NYPD Records Access
The New York City Police Department handles law enforcement in Manhattan through multiple precincts. NYPD records requests go through the NYC OpenRecords portal. This is separate from the court system. Police reports, incident records, and arrest data are available through FOIL requests. CompStat data for Manhattan precincts is published on a regular basis.
Manhattan Central Booking is at 100 Centre Street. Precinct contacts include Precinct 1 in Tribeca at (212) 334-0611, Precinct 5 in Chinatown at (212) 334-0711, Precinct 6 in Greenwich Village at (212) 741-4811, and Precinct 13 in Midtown at (212) 239-8873. Each precinct keeps its own records, but FOIL requests are processed centrally.
Statewide Felony Record Tools
The OCA Criminal History Record Search costs $95 and covers all 62 counties, including New York County. Results arrive the next business day for online requests. The DOCCS Incarcerated Lookup is free and shows state prison inmates past and present. Under Correction Law section 9, non-violent offenders may be removed three years after they finish their sentence.
The DCJS Record Review costs $62 and requires fingerprints. It is the only way to get an official state rap sheet. The Sex Offender Registry shows Level 2 and Level 3 offenders online. Level 1 offenders need a phone check at 800-262-3257.
Sealed Records and the Clean Slate Act
CPL section 160.50 seals cases ending in dismissal or acquittal. CPL section 160.59 allows petitions to seal up to two older convictions, with sex offenses and Class A felonies excluded. The Clean Slate Act begins automatic sealing for eligible records starting in late 2024, with full rollout taking up to three years. Records of sex crimes and non-drug Class A felonies are excluded.
Youthful offender adjudications under CPL section 720.35 are confidential. They don't appear on public searches. Law enforcement, courts, and prosecutors keep full access to all records regardless of sealing. All marijuana convictions under various Penal Law sections have been vacated, dismissed, sealed, and expunged statewide.
Cities in New York County
New York County is coterminous with the borough of Manhattan within New York City. All felony cases are handled through the New York County court system described above.
Nearby Counties
New York County borders the other boroughs of New York City. Each has its own Supreme Court Criminal Term and District Attorney's office for felony cases.