Erie County, New York Public Records

• Where can I find the charges related to someone's arrest?
  To find the charges for someone's arrest, you can request a police arrest report from the relevant law enforcement agency. Start by identifying which department made the arrest, which can often be done through crime mapping tools available on local government websites. Once you know the appropriate agency, check their website for instructions on how to request the arrest record. Some agencies may allow online requests, while others may require you to contact them directly by phone. Keep in mind that access to detailed reports may be restricted, especially if you are not directly involved in the case. For more information, you can visit your local police department's website or your state's public records portal.
• Where can I find access to a copy of a mug shot?
  Mug shots are typically taken during the booking process following an arrest. Many police departments and sheriff's offices maintain online jail rosters that include mug shots of recent arrests. You can often find these rosters on the official websites of the respective law enforcement agencies. Additionally, state Department of Corrections websites may provide public inmate search tools that allow you to access information about individuals who have been incarcerated. Keep in mind that some individuals may still be listed even after their release. For specific mug shot access, check the website of the local police department or sheriff's office where the arrest occurred.
• Where can I find information on drug arrests?
  You can find information on drug arrests through your state's attorney general's website, where they often publish press releases and reports. Additionally, local law enforcement agencies may provide access to arrest records and statistics on their official websites. For federal drug-related arrests, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) also offers resources and information.

Departments which record, maintain and provide official documents, certificates or information requested by the general public.

• Erie County Criminal Records:
  Where and How to Request Criminal Record Checks.
• Erie County Court Records:
  Criminal cases, civil filings, divorces, bankruptcy and judgments.
• Erie County Sex Offenders:
  Location and information of convicted sex offenders and predators by neighborhood.
• Erie County Official Website:
  Government department official public web-portal.

• Total Violent Crime:
  45
• Murder And Nonnegligent Manslaughter:
  0
• Rape:
  13
• Robbery:
  3
• Aggravated Assault:
  29
• Total Property Crime:
  560
• Burglary:
  49
• Larceny Theft:
  449
• Motor Vehicle Theft:
  62
• Arson:
  0

• Information About People and Demographics

• Total population of persons residing within the County
  919,040
• County's white resident population
  735,244
• County's black resident population
  123,931
• County's American Indian and Alaska Native resident populations
  5,908
• County's Asian resident population
  23,789
• County's Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander resident population
  219
• Countywide resident population of two or more races
  16,522
• Countywide resident population of Hispanic or Latino origin
  41,731
• Non Hispanic white resident population
  714,156