ERIE COUNTY · PUBLIC-RECORDS TRANSPARENCY GRADE
A
20/24
Erie County gets an A.
UJS Portal is the only true unified statewide free public court records search in the country. 5-day RTK clock, binding OOR appeals, free DOC and Megan Law lookups. $22 PATCH fee is the drag.
Note: Statewide grade applies — no separate local grade yet computed for Erie County.
COMPUTED 2026-06-03 01:59 UTC · SCORE 20/24
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U.S. Courts
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STATUS LEGEND: LIVE = HTTP 200-399 · WARN = 4xx · DEAD = 5xx · PENDING = checker could not reach (may still be live in browser)
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- → https://www.fbi.gov [LIVE · HTTP 206 · 2026-06-03 01:58 UTC]
- → https://www.fbi.gov/wanted [LIVE · HTTP 206 · 2026-06-03 01:58 UTC]
- → https://www.uscourts.gov/ [LIVE · HTTP 206 · 2026-06-03 01:58 UTC]
- → https://www.bop.gov/inmateloc/ [LIVE · HTTP 200 · 2026-06-03 01:58 UTC]
Method: Live source health verified against official government portals at the timestamp shown. Grade computed from a six-criterion rubric (records access, fees, turnaround, e-filing, mugshot policy, body-cam release). How we grade →
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Children Missing From Pennsylvania (Statewide)
Active Pennsylvania cases from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (statewide feed). Refreshed every 6 hours.
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Recent Pennsylvania Court Cases
Most recent Pennsylvania court filings indexed across districts and counties.
| Docket | Parties | Indexed |
|---|---|---|
| BANKRUPTCY 26-70208- | Tiffany R. Hendricks | 06/02/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-21566 | Jacquelyn Soltis | 06/02/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-21567 | Allen J. Miller and Joslynn E. Sloan | 06/02/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-70239 | Damion Shilling | 06/02/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-21568 | James Alan Burke, Jr. | 06/02/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-11416-pmm | Patrick Parkinson | 06/02/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-00142-pmm | Seitzer v. TRUIST BANK | 06/02/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-11904-pmm | Keith Carlyle Snyder | 06/02/2026 |
| CIVIL 2:26-cv-00190 | WARGO v. CHAOYUN COMMERCE et al | 06/02/2026 |
| CIVIL 3:26-cv-01027 | FLEURISSAINT v. ODDO et al | 06/02/2026 |
| CRIMINAL 2:26-cr-00051-1 | USA v. KING | 06/02/2026 |
| CIVIL 3:26-cv-01030 | Enriquez Gonzalez v. ODDO et al | 06/02/2026 |
Cities in Erie County
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Cited Answers · Verified Sources · Statewide FAQ — applies to all of Pennsylvania
Common Questions
Answers verified against official agency websites and state statutes. Note: Statewide FAQ — applies to all of Pennsylvania. No city-specific FAQ is available yet — the answers below apply to the broader jurisdiction.
How can I view a specific criminal complaint in Pennsylvania?▼
To view a specific criminal complaint in Pennsylvania, use the PA Unified Judicial System portal at https://ujsportal.pacourts.us/ — free name and case-number search returns Court of Common Pleas, Magisterial District, and Pittsburgh/Philadelphia Municipal Court records. The criminal complaint document itself is filed at the Magisterial District Court (MDJ) where the case originated, then forwarded to the County Court of Common Pleas if held for court. Certified copies cost $1 per page plus $5 certification at the MDJ or Clerk of Courts. PA Right-to-Know Law (RTKL, 65 P.S. §67.101) governs disclosure. Sealed/expunged cases are excluded under 18 Pa.C.S. §9122. Sources: PA UJS (https://ujsportal.pacourts.us/), PA Courts (https://www.pacourts.us/).
What's the source for arrest records in Philadelphia?▼
Arrest records in Philadelphia, PA come primarily from the Philadelphia Police Department at 750 Race Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106 (215-686-3000). The PPD posts arrest data via OpenDataPhilly at https://www.opendataphilly.org/. The Philadelphia Department of Prisons inmate locator is at https://www.phila.gov/departments/philadelphia-department-of-prisons/. The PA State Police PATCH at https://epatch.pa.gov/ provides statewide criminal history for $22. Court charges tied to arrests appear at https://ujsportal.pacourts.us/ (PA Unified Judicial System). PA Right-to-Know Law (RTKL, 65 P.S. §67.101) makes adult arrest reports public; certain records may be exempt. Sources: PPD (https://www.phila.gov/departments/police/), UJS Portal (https://ujsportal.pacourts.us/).
What's the source for arrest records in Montgomery?▼
Arrest records in Montgomery County, PA come primarily from the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office at 2 East Airy Street, Norristown, PA 19401 (610-278-3331), which posts a current inmate roster at https://www.montcopa.org/sheriff. The Montgomery County District Attorney at https://www.montcopa.org/da publishes major-case arrest news. Local PDs (Norristown, Pottstown, Lower Merion, Abington, Cheltenham) handle municipal arrests. PA Right-to-Know Law (RTKL, 65 P.S. §67.101) makes adult arrest reports public; ongoing investigations may be exempt. Court charges tied to arrests appear at https://ujsportal.pacourts.us/. Sources: Montgomery County (https://www.montcopa.org/), UJS Portal (https://ujsportal.pacourts.us/).
How do I get a criminal background check in Pittsburgh?▼
To get a criminal background check in Pittsburgh, PA (Allegheny County), use the PA State Police PATCH (Pennsylvania Access To Criminal History) at https://epatch.pa.gov/. Name-based searches cost $22 and are delivered as a downloadable PDF, usually within minutes. For an FBI-level fingerprint check (required for school, healthcare, and child-care employment), use IdentoGO at https://www.identogo.com/services/live-scan-fingerprinting. The Pittsburgh Bureau of Police Records Section at 1203 Western Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15233 (412-323-7800) issues local police clearance letters. Court records are free at https://ujsportal.pacourts.us/. Pennsylvania Criminal History Record Information Act (CHRIA, 18 Pa.C.S. §9101) governs disclosure. Sources: PA SP PATCH (https://epatch.pa.gov/), Pittsburgh PD (https://pittsburghpa.gov/police/).
How can I find out if someone has an outstanding warrant in Pennsylvania?▼
To check if someone has an outstanding warrant in Pennsylvania, contact the local sheriff or police where the warrant was issued. The PA State Police hold the statewide CLEAN warrant database, restricted to law enforcement; individuals must check by phone with the issuing court or local agency. Many counties post most-wanted lists (e.g., Allegheny County at https://www.alleghenycounty.us/sheriff/, Philadelphia at https://www.phillypolice.com/, Montgomery at https://www.montgomerycountypa.gov/sheriff). Court bench warrants appear in the Pennsylvania Unified Judicial System portal at https://ujsportal.pacourts.us/. PA Right-to-Know Law (RTKL, 65 P.S. §67.101) governs disclosure. Sources: PA State Police (https://www.psp.pa.gov/), UJS Portal (https://ujsportal.pacourts.us/).
How do I locate someone using public records in Wilkes Barre?▼
To locate someone in Wilkes-Barre, PA (Luzerne County) using public records, free options include: the Luzerne County Assessor at https://luzernecounty.org/ for property ownership and parcel-tied addresses; the Luzerne County Tax Claim Bureau for tax-bill mailing addresses; PA Voter Information at https://www.pavoterservices.pa.gov/ (visible only to that voter for their own record); and the Luzerne County Court of Common Pleas records at https://ujsportal.pacourts.us/, which list addresses on file at the time of any case. The PA Department of Corrections inmate locator at https://captorscope.pa.gov/ shows last-known addresses. PA Right-to-Know Law (RTKL, 65 P.S. §67.101) governs disclosure. Sources: Luzerne County (https://luzernecounty.org/), UJS Portal (https://ujsportal.pacourts.us/).
📊 Public Data Sources for Erie County, PA
Aggregated from federal agencies (DOJ, FBI, EPA, IRS, CFPB, HHS-OIG, FDIC, NPPES) and local arrest feeds. All sources public-domain.
📰 Recent Federal Law Enforcement News 8 items
Statewide (PA) — federal-news feed scoped to state
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🏥 Healthcare Providers (NPPES) 8
Statewide (PA) — no city filter applied
| Name | City |
|---|---|
| ALFRED VASTA | HARLEYSVILLE |
| LAFAYETTE MANOR, INC | UNIONTOWN |
| TRACEY ROESING | JENKINTOWN |
| SUSAN DILLMUTH-MILLER | COPLAY |
| CONEMAUGH HEALTH INITIATIVES | JOHNSTOWN |
| CINDY JANESKY | LANCASTER |
| JENNIFER KEGEL | YORK |
| ARMANDO SCIULLO | GROVE CITY |
⛔ HHS-OIG Excluded Individuals 8
Statewide (PA) — no city filter applied
| Name | Type |
|---|---|
| ADVANCED HOME HEALTH CARE | 1128a1 |
| ADVANTAGE MEDICAL TRANSPORT, I | 1128a1 |
| ALLERGY & IMMUNO LAB | 1128b5 |
| ALPHA BETA MEDICAL SUPPLY | 1128b5 |
| ARAMINGO PHARMACY | 1128a1 |
| ARMOR DENTAL | 1128a1 |
| ASTRAMED PHYSICIAN PC | 1128b8 |
| BAL COR HEALTH SERVICES | 1128a1 |
🎗 IRS Tax-Exempt Nonprofits 8
Statewide (PA) — no city filter applied
| EIN | Organization |
|---|---|
| 010548049 | William & Jeanne Walsh Scholarship Fund Inc. |
| 010550458 | Stockdale Volunteer Fire Department |
| 010551997 | J Foundation Inc. |
| 010552737 | Covenant Mercies |
| 010557352 | Childrens Fellowship of India Inc. |
| 010557782 | Grace and Mercy Ministries |
| 010560081 | National Nurse-Led Care Consortium |
| 010560106 | Keystone Mothers of Twins Club Inc. |
🏦 FDIC-Insured Banks 1
| Bank | City |
|---|---|
| Marquette Savings Bank | Erie |
🏛️ Latest Government Feeds 12
Direct from PA state + federal sources · no aggregators
FBI Field Office
Berks County Man Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison for Fentanyl and Methamphetamine Trafficking
Jun 2, 2026
FBI Field Office
Philadelphia is a ‘No Drone Zone’ Around FIFA World Cup and Other Special Events This Summer
Jun 2, 2026
doj_news
Butler Felon Sentenced to Seven Years in Prison for Possession of Firearms and Ammunition
Jun 2, 2026
doj_news
Northampton County Man Pleads Guilty to Producing, Possessing Child Pornography
Jun 1, 2026
FBI Field Office
Fayette County Man Sentenced to More than 12 Years in Prison for Federal Drug Crime
Jun 1, 2026
FBI Field Office
Former DuBois City Employee Pleads Guilty to Helping to Embezzle and Launder $1.5 Million From City Funds
May 29, 2026
Federal Agency
FTC Requires Divestiture of Ambulatory Surgery Centers to Protect Patients from Anticompetitive Effects of Ascension Health-AmSurg Deal
Jun 2, 2026
Sources: state appellate courts, state AGs, DOJ, SEC, FTC, FDA, DOL, Federal Reserve, OCC, and more. Direct from .gov — never aggregated.
Recent News in Erie County
Public-safety and law-enforcement headlines relevant to this area.
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License to Carry Event with the Erie County Sheriff’s Office
The Erie County Sheriff’s Office is set to host a License to Carry event at Edinboro Outdoors 301 Mill Street in Edinboro. The event aims at improving access to essential ...
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Erie County drug deaths decrease by nearly 40%. What programs are helping
Erie County sees a nearly 40% drop in drug deaths in 2025. The decrease comes as an Erie County task force works a number of initiatives aimed at stemming drug misuse. One initiati…
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'We know we have a problem' Erie County has the highest reported overdose rate in PA.
Erie County is situated in the northwest corner of Pennsylvania, but it's at the epicenter of the commonwealth's drug overdose epidemic. Not only did Erie County record its second-…
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PennDOT: Traffic fatalities statewide decline in 2024 as crash deaths climb in Erie County
Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Traffic fatalities in Pennsylvania dropped statewide in 2024 over the previous year, according to the Pennsylv…