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Camden County, New Jersey Arrest Records

Camden County arrest records are official documents containing information about individuals arrested and booked in the county. Law enforcement agencies typically generate these records following arrests they conduct. Generally, Camden County arrest records are important criminal justice records that help keep the public informed about law enforcement agencies' actions, specifically regarding arrests, ensuring transparency and accountability. 

Furthermore, some arrest records, particularly those involving misdemeanor and felony offenses, are also used by the New Jersey State Police to generate individuals’ Criminal History Record Information (CHRI). The New Jersey Open Public Records Act governs access to Camden County arrest records, while the New Jersey Administrative Code (N.J.A.C.) 13:59-1 controls the release of CHRIs.

Are Arrest Records Public Information in Camden, New Jersey?

The New Jersey Open Public Records Act (OPRA) establishes that all government records, including arrest records, are subject to public access unless exempted by federal or state statute, court rule, or court order. As a result, most arrest records in Camden County are typically accessible to the general public. Notwithstanding, certain arrest records are protected from public access. These include, but are not limited to, sealed or expunged records and juvenile offender arrest records. 

Camden County Arrest Search

Record seekers may find Camden County arrest information by obtaining an individual’s Criminal History Records Information (CHRI) from the New Jersey State Police (NJSP) State Bureau of Identification (SBI). These records contain various criminal justice records about an individual, including convictions, arrests, and charges information. However, CHRIs are not entirely public. Per N.J.A.C. 13:59-1, the SBI may only release CHRIs to the following eligible persons and entities:

  • Federal and state government entities for official government purposes, such as employment or licensing screening purposes, and the procurement of services.
  • Private persons or non-governmental entities that want to determine the record subject’s qualification for employment, volunteer work, or other performance of service. 
  • Licensed attorneys who want to use the record in any contested matter docketed in a state or federal court or New Jersey administrative agencies
  • Private detectives licensed by the Division of State Police who need the record to perform their statutory functions
  • The subject of the record.

Note that eligible individuals may conduct name-based and fingerprint-based CHRI checks through the SBI. They may make requests using the appropriate application form provided on the SBI’s Criminal History Record Information page. Note that applicants are usually charged certain fees for their requests.

Interested persons may also find arrest information for individuals arrested in Camden County but booked into a state correctional facility using the New Jersey Department of Corrections (NJDOC) Offender Search WebPage. Searches conducted on the webpage are free, and users may search by SBI number or a subject’s name. Meanwhile, individuals may use the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) Inmate Locator portal to find arrest information of individuals who were booked into a federal correctional facility. The portal is searchable by number (BOP register, DCDC, FBI, or INS number) or by name. 

Camden County Inmate Locator

Unfortunately, the Camden County Department of Corrections does not provide online resources for individuals to look up county jail inmates and their arrest records. Nevertheless, interested individuals may contact the agency at 609-299-1694 for 24/7 automated access to county jail inmate information and status. They may be required to provide an inmate’s full name and date of birth to ensure proper identification.

Active Warrant Search in Camden County

An arrest warrant is a court order that authorizes law enforcement officers to arrest an individual for a crime they are alleged to have committed. In Camden County, an arrest warrant may be issued by a judge or magistrate at the request of a law enforcement officer. This occurs when the officer presents a complaint containing sufficient facts demonstrating probable cause to believe that a crime has been committed and that the defendant is responsible. The typical contents of an arrest warrant in Camden County include the following: 

  • The defendant’s full name or description that identifies them with reasonable certainty
  • The issuing judge or magistrate's signature
  • The alleged offense or charges against the defendant
  • The issuing date

Interested persons may find active warrants in Camden County by contacting the county Sheriff’s Office Special Investigation Bureau by phone at (856) 225-5283 or email at fugitive@sheriffcc.com. Alternatively, they may contact municipal police departments to inquire about arrest warrants the agency is responsible for executing. It is worth noting that the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office also publishes information about the county’s most wanted individuals online. 

How to Find Arrest Records for Free in Camden County

The most convenient way to find free arrest records in Camden County is by contacting the County Department of Corrections at 609-299-1694 to request arrest information for individuals currently housed in the county jail. Alternatively, record seekers may visit local law enforcement agencies, such as the Camden County Sheriff’s Office and municipal police departments, to inspect or request arrest records they maintain. Depending on how they operate, these agencies may permit free in-person inspection of public arrest records. However, they usually charge certain fees for furnishing copies of public records.   

Camden County Arrest Report

A Camden County arrest report is an incident report prepared by an arresting officer detailing the circumstances, timeline, and facts surrounding an arrest from the officer’s perspective. Generally, these records contain worthwhile observations made by an officer leading to, during, and after an arrest they conducted. Meanwhile, an arrest record is a type of criminal history record that contains objective and noteworthy information about an arrest. The arresting agency typically generates these records following an arrest and booking of a suspect for an alleged crime. Depending on the type of offense (i.e., a misdemeanor and felony), an arrest record may be included in the suspect’s local and statewide criminal history record information (CHRI).

How to Get an Arrest Record Expunged in Camden County

N.J.S.A. 2C:52 governs the process and eligibility requirements for getting arrest records expunged in Camden County. Generally, only certain types of arrest records are eligible for expungement under the code. For instance, an arrest for one (1) indictable offense that resulted in a conviction may be eligible for expungement five (5) years after the defendant completes their sentence and pays applicable fines per N.J.S.A. 2C:52-2. Other types of expungement that may be available to individuals include, but are not limited to: 

  • Marijuana decriminalization expungement for marijuana or hashish offenses that were decriminalized under the 2021 Marijuana Decriminalization Law (N.J.S.A. 2C:52-6.1) 
  • Juvenile delinquency adjudications expungement (N.J.S.A. 2C:52-4.1)
  • Expedited expungement for cases that were dismissed or that resulted in an acquittal or in which the defendant was found not guilty (N.J.S.A. 2C:52-6).
  • Recovery court expungement (N.J.S.A. 2C:35-14 m) 
  • Marijuana expungement for certain marijuana or hashish offenses (N.J.S.A. 2C:52-5.1)

On the other hand, arrests for the following types of offenses that result in a conviction are ineligible for expungement;

  • Perjury 
  • Arson and related offense
  • Kidnapping
  • Criminal homicide (including manslaughter)
  • Criminal restraint
  • Human trafficking
  • Terrorism 
  • False imprisonment
  • Aggravated criminal sexual contact, or aggravated sexual assault
  • Criminal sexual contact with a minor 
  • Luring or enticing 
  • Robbery 
  • Endangering the welfare of a child
  • Causing or permitting a child to engage in a prohibited sexual act
  • False swearing
  • Selling or manufacturing child pornography

NJ expungement laws are complicated. Thus, Individuals are advised to consult with a licensed attorney to determine whether their arrest record is eligible for expungement. Eligible individuals may apply for expungement online using the NJ Courts eCourts Expungement System. The application process is free, and applicants will need their case number to facilitate the process. Furthermore, they typically log in or register an account to access the portal.

Once an expungement application is approved, a judge will sign an expungement order and transmit it to relevant law enforcement agencies, such as the New Jersey State Police (NJSP). The NJSP is responsible for removing the expunged record from a subject’s criminal history record information (CHRI), which the agency compiles and maintains. To check whether the New Jersey State Police have processed an expungement order, interested individuals may use the agency’s Expungement Status Portal to track the order. 

How Do You Remove Camden County Arrest Records From the Internet?

Interested persons may use any of the following to remove their public arrest records from the internet:

  • Opt-out requests: Websites that provide public records search services are required under the New Jersey Data Privacy Law to provide resources that allow individuals to opt out of having their public records, including arrest records, in their database. They usually offer an opt-up request form that individuals may complete and submit to request the removal of their public records. 
  • Data removal service: Some third-party websites offer data removal services that submit opt-out requests to various data brokers on their users’ behalf. They also regularly monitor these websites to ensure that their users' records are reuploaded on relevant websites. They usually charge a monthly fee for their services, and these fees vary by service providers. 
  • Arrest record expungement: This process ensures that arrest records are removed from government-maintained online resources. For instance, expunged arrest records do not appear in Criminal History Record Information (CHRI) checks conducted through the New Jersey State Police and local law enforcement agencies.

What Do Public Camden County Arrest Records Contain?

Public arrest records in Camden County usually contain the following information: 

  • The arrestee’s full name and known aliases
  • The arrestee’s physical description, such as weight, height, gender, age, and distinguishing features (i.e., tattoos, scars, and birthmarks)
  • Criminal charges
  • Arrest date, time, and location
  • Booking date and number
  • The arresting agency’s information