Access Washington County Felony Records
Washington County felony records are filed with the County Clerk's Office at 383 Broadway, Building A, in Fort Edward. District Attorney J. Anthony Jordan leads prosecution efforts from the courthouse at 383 Broadway, Building C. The county is part of the 4th Judicial District. The Sheriff's Office handles arrest records and jail operations, while several local police departments across the county also maintain their own arrest files. A County Court Felony Drug Treatment Court meets on the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Wednesdays.
Washington County Overview
Washington County Clerk and Felony Court Records
The Washington County Clerk's Office is at 383 Broadway, Building A, Fort Edward, NY 12828. Call 518-746-2170 for general questions or 518-746-2163 for recording. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:15 PM. The DMV and filing deadline is also 4:15 PM. Appointments are suggested for driver permits and CDL permits.
The Clerk maintains a wide range of court, land, and public records. Public records can be accessed online through searchiqs.com. Court Records information is also available through the NYS Unified Court System website. The office files oaths of office and keeps a directory of county, town, and village officials. Felony case files are retained permanently under state records schedules.
The Clerk also has oversight of DMV operations, Archives, and the Historian's Office. Satellite offices operate in Cambridge, Granville, Greenwich, Salem, and Whitehall. Copy fees are $0.65 per page, with certification costing an extra $5.00. Passport processing runs until 3:45 PM daily. The fee schedule covers various services and is available from the office.
| Office | Washington County Clerk's Office |
|---|---|
| Address | 383 Broadway, Building A, Fort Edward, NY 12828 |
| Phone | 518-746-2170 |
| Hours | Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:15 PM |
District Attorney and Felony Prosecution Records
District Attorney J. Anthony Jordan leads the office at 383 Broadway, Building C, Fort Edward, NY 12828. Call 518-746-2525. Fax is 518-746-2568. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. The office is staffed by the DA, a First Assistant (Christian P. Morris), a Second Assistant, and three Assistant District Attorneys.
The Crime Victim Assistance Program was reestablished in 2014 through the NYS Office of Victim Services and the County Board of Supervisors. Crime Victim Specialists explain victim's rights, the court system, and what to expect at each step. They help with physical, emotional, and financial needs of victims and families. Washington County has numerous support services and community agencies that work with the DA's office.
First Assistant Morris handles County Court and Argyle Town Court cases. ADA Devin J. Anderson covers Fort Ann Town Court, Fort Edward DV Court, and Fort Edward Town Court. The office runs a County Court Felony Drug Treatment Court that meets the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Wednesdays. Under CPL Section 160.59, eligible people can apply to seal certain felony convictions after 10 years. The DA has 45 days to file an objection.
Sheriff's Office and Local Police Felony Records
The Washington County Sheriff can be reached at 518-746-2475. The office maintains arrest records, jail records, and warrant information. FOIL requests are accepted for public records. The Sheriff provides court security and works with the District Attorney on criminal investigations. Records retention follows New York State guidelines.
Several local police departments also keep arrest records in Washington County. Granville Police can be reached at 518-642-1414. Whitehall Police is at 518-499-1316. Cambridge and Greenwich Police share a number at 518-677-3044. Hudson Falls Police is at 518-747-4011. Fort Edward Police is at 518-747-6365. Each department maintains its own records and handles its own FOIL requests. Arrest reports from local departments get forwarded to the County Court system for felony cases.
New York State Police also operate in Washington County. The Greenwich Patrol Station is at 518-692-3001 and the Granville Patrol Station at 518-642-9455. State Police records can be requested through their FOIL portal. For people in state prison, the DOCCS Inmate Lookup is free.
Statewide Felony Record Search Tools
The OCA Criminal History Record Search costs $95 per name and date of birth. Results cover all 62 New York counties. You can submit online for fast results or mail applications to OCA at 25 Beaver Street, Room 940, New York, NY 10004. Each alias counts as a separate $95 search.
WebCrims shows pending criminal cases at no cost. The Sex Offender Registry is free to search. The DCJS Record Review lets you check your own record for $63.50. CPL Section 160.50 seals dismissed charges. The Clean Slate Act auto-seals eligible misdemeanors after 3 years and felonies after 8 years. Correction Law Section 9 governs DOCCS data removal. FOIL rules under Public Officers Law Sections 84 through 90 set the standard for public records access.
How to Get Washington County Felony Records
- Visit the County Clerk at 383 Broadway, Building A, Fort Edward for in-person access
- Search records online through searchiqs.com
- File a FOIL request with the Sheriff at 518-746-2475
- Run a CHRS search for $95 statewide results
- Check WebCrims for pending cases
The NYSCEF portal has electronically filed documents. The Commissioner of Jurors can be reached at 518-746-2125 for jury-related questions. The NYS court records guide provides step-by-step instructions for getting records from any court.
Cities in Washington County
Washington County includes the villages of Fort Edward, Granville, Greenwich, Cambridge, Hudson Falls, Salem, and Whitehall. None of these communities meet the population threshold for a dedicated page. All felony records are filed with the County Clerk's Office in Fort Edward.
Nearby Counties
These neighboring counties maintain separate felony record systems through their own courts and clerk offices.