STERLING · PUBLIC-RECORDS TRANSPARENCY GRADE
A
20/24
Sterling 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 Sterling.
COMPUTED 2026-06-17 11:25 UTC · SCORE 20/24
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FBI.gov
FBI Wanted
U.S. Courts
BOP Inmate Locator
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 · 2026-06-17 11:13 UTC]
- → https://www.fbi.gov/wanted [LIVE · HTTP 206 · 2026-06-17 11:13 UTC]
- → https://www.uscourts.gov/ [LIVE · HTTP 206 · 2026-06-17 11:13 UTC]
- → https://www.bop.gov/inmateloc/ [LIVE · HTTP 200 · 2026-06-17 11:13 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 →
Live · FBI Most Wanted · PA Field Offices (Statewide)
Currently Wanted by the FBI
Active FBI cases from the PA field office (statewide). Data: api.fbi.gov, refreshed every 6 hours.
Source: FBI.gov · Wanted
Live · NCMEC Missing Children · PA
Children Missing From Pennsylvania (Statewide)
Active Pennsylvania cases from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (statewide feed). Refreshed every 6 hours.
Jordan Boyd (PA)
Giovanni Cruz (PA)
Samyra Little (PA)
Harper Smith (PA)
Ray Brannon (PA)
Ethan Myers (PA)
Source: NCMEC · National Center for Missing & Exploited Children · If you have information, call 1-800-THE-LOST (1-800-843-5678).
Live · Updated Daily
Recent Pennsylvania Court Cases
Most recent Pennsylvania court filings indexed across districts and counties.
| Docket | Parties | Indexed |
|---|---|---|
| BANKRUPTCY 26-21675- | Caressa D. Spiering | 06/16/2026 |
| CIVIL 2:26-cv-04170 | JIMENEZ v. MULLIN et al | 06/16/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-10323 | Joshua R, Corbin | 06/16/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-21673 | Linda Lee DelBaggio | 06/16/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-70260 | Juliana R. Kane | 06/16/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-21674 | Holly K. Marsilio | 06/16/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 5:26-bk-01719 | Ronald A Brooks and Mary Ann Brooks | 06/16/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-12586-amc | Kevin Loughlin | 06/16/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-12585-djb | Stacey Hudson | 06/16/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-12587-djb | Kailah Holmes | 06/16/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-12588-pmm | Kenneth Allen Bixler, Jr. and Lesley Nicole Bixler | 06/16/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-12589-pmm | Jaime Nicole Osborne | 06/16/2026 |
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 Sterling, PA
Aggregated from federal agencies (DOJ, FBI, EPA, IRS, CFPB, HHS-OIG, FDIC, NPPES) and local arrest feeds. All sources public-domain.
🔎 Crime Data & Public Safety Sources
Direct lookups · Sterling, PA · external links open in new tab
Official Crime Statistics & Registries
.GOVFBI Crime Data Explorer
Official UCR / NIBRS crime stats for PA
.GOVNSOPW (Sex Offender Registry)
DOJ — search all 50 state registries
.GOVBureau of Justice Statistics
DOJ's primary criminal-justice data agency
.GOVCDC WISQARS
Injury, violence & fatality stats by county
.GOVUS Marshals 15 Most Wanted
Federal fugitives
.GOVATF Most Wanted
Firearms, arson & explosives fugitives
Interactive Crime Maps
Federal Agency Lookups (PA)
.GOVEPA ECHO
Environmental violations & enforcement by facility
.GOVNPPES NPI Registry
Search healthcare providers in PA
.GOVFDIC BankFind
FDIC-insured banks in PA
.GOVCFPB Consumer Complaints
Financial-product complaints database
.GOVOFAC Sanctions Search
US Treasury sanctions list
.GOVSEC EDGAR
Public-company filings in PA
.GOVIRS Tax-Exempt Search
501(c)(3) nonprofit lookups
.GOVUS Census Bureau
Demographics & statistics for PA
📰 Recent Federal Law Enforcement News 8 items
Statewide (PA) — federal-news feed scoped to state
FBI-Pittsburgh
FBI-Philadelphia
FBI-Pittsburgh
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FBI-Pittsburgh
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🏭 EPA Regulated Facilities 6
| Facility | City |
|---|---|
| WAYNE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORP WEDCO | STERLING |
| STERLING BUSINESS AND TECHNOLOGY PARK | STERLING |
| STERLING COMMERCIAL CTR | STERLING |
| BOOK MACHINE SALES INC | STERLING |
| TRUCKSTOP OF AMERICA | STERLING |
| EDWARDS SAND AND STONE | STERLING |
💰 CFPB Consumer Complaints 6
Statewide (PA) — CFPB data not available below state level
| Date | Company | Issue |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-21 | TRANSUNION INTERMEDIAT | Incorrect information on your report |
| 2026-05-21 | NAVY FEDERAL CREDIT UN | Problem with a company's investigati |
| 2026-05-21 | TRANSUNION INTERMEDIAT | Improper use of your report |
| 2026-05-21 | TRANSUNION INTERMEDIAT | Problem with a company's investigati |
| 2026-05-21 | ALLY FINANCIAL INC. | Attempts to collect debt not owed |
| 2026-05-21 | NAVY FEDERAL CREDIT UN | Incorrect information on your report |
🎗 IRS Tax-Exempt Nonprofits 2
City of Sterling, PA
| EIN | Organization |
|---|---|
| 232862597 | Historians of Sterling Township |
| 991589201 | Western Wayne Band Parents Association |
🏛️ Latest Government Feeds 12
Direct from PA state + federal sources · no aggregators
FBI Field Office
Michigan Man Pleads Guilty to Role in Kanawha County Drug Trafficking Organization
Jun 15, 2026
doj_news
Pittsburgh Resident Pleads Guilty to Bank Fraud and Aggravated Identity Theft Charges
Jun 12, 2026
FBI Field Office
Ohio Resident Charged with Wire Fraud and Embezzlement of More Than $460,000
Jun 12, 2026
FBI Field Office
Drug Trafficking Operation Leader Will Spend Time in Federal Prison; Ties to Sinaloa Drug Cartel
Jun 12, 2026
Federal Circuit
QUOTE – Furniture procurement, delivery & installation – Cincinnati, OH
Jun 11, 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 Sterling
Public-safety and law-enforcement headlines relevant to this area.
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Sterling arson suspect to remain in local custody despite federal charges, prosecutors say
A man accused of intentionally setting a deadly fire in Loudoun County will remain in local custody despite new federal charges in Pennsylvania, prosecutors said Wednesday, pushing…
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Man charged with attempted homicide in Wayne County
A man suspected of firing shots at a woman in northern Wayne County was arrested at a Honesdale business after employees contacted the police.
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Propane tank explosion in Wayne County injures three and destroys homes
Three people were injured Thursday after a propane tank explosion destroyed homes in Wayne County, Pennsylvania.
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Massive explosion rocks Pennsylvania community, injuring 3 and causing 2 homes to collapse
A massive explosion caught on video in Pennsylvania sent a fireball and debris into the air, damaging several homes and injuring three people.
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Fireball erupts from massive propane explosion at Pennsylvania home
CLINTON TWP. Pa. (WPVI) -- A fiery explosion at a home in northeastern Pennsylvania was caught on video. Three people, including an 84-year-old woman, were injured in the blast on …
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3 hospitalized, several homes destroyed after explosion in Wayne County
A house explosion in Wayne County sent three people to the hospital and prompted a massive response from fire crews across northeastern Pennsylvania. Flames broke out at the place …
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Restaurant inspections from Wayne County, May 18-24
These establishments in Wayne County were inspected between May 18 and 24, according to Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture records. The list also includes an earlier inspectio …
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Restaurant inspections from Wayne County, May 4-17
These establishments in Wayne County were inspected between May 4 and 17, according to Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture records. The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture pr…