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Perry County Arrest Records

How To Look Up Arrest Records in Perry County in 2026

PerryRecords.org provides access to publicly available information related to arrest records in Perry County, Pennsylvania. Members of the public may find booking details, charge information, custody status, and associated court case data through official government sources and third-party aggregators. Available record categories include arrest logs, booking records, court dockets, inmate rosters, and criminal history summaries. The completeness and currency of any record depends on the originating agency and the disposition of the underlying case.

Records may be searched through the Perry County Sheriff's Office, the Perry County Court of Common Pleas, the Pennsylvania State Police, and several online public access tools. The following sections detail each available method.

Online Methods:

1. County Sheriff's Office Arrest Records

The Perry County Sheriff's Office maintains booking records and jail roster information for individuals processed at the Perry County Prison. Members of the public may contact the Sheriff's Office directly to inquire about current custody status or recent bookings. The office does not currently operate a publicly accessible online jail roster, so direct contact or an in-person visit is the primary method for obtaining this information. Records available through the Sheriff's Office include the arrestee's name, booking date, charges, and custody status. Records are updated as bookings occur.

Perry County Sheriff's Office
25 W. Main Street
New Bloomfield, PA 17068
Phone: (717) 582-2200
Perry County Sheriff's Office

2. Local Police Departments

Several municipal police departments operate within Perry County and maintain their own arrest logs and incident records. The Pennsylvania State Police, Troop H (Harrisburg), provides primary law enforcement coverage for much of the county. Members of the public may access Public Information Release Reports published by Pennsylvania State Police, which include arrest and incident summaries filterable by county. These reports are updated regularly and represent one of the most accessible online sources for recent arrest activity in Perry County.

Pennsylvania State Police – Troop H, Harrisburg
1800 Elmerton Avenue
Harrisburg, PA 17110
Phone: (717) 671-7500
Pennsylvania State Police

Newport Borough Police Department
231 Market Street
Newport, PA 17074
Phone: (717) 567-3271

3. County Clerk of Court Case Search

Arrest records are frequently linked to court cases filed in the Perry County Court of Common Pleas. Members of the public may search criminal case dockets through the Unified Judicial System of Pennsylvania web portal, which includes the Juniata/Perry County Court of Common Pleas. Searching by an individual's name returns associated criminal case filings, docket entries, charges, and scheduled court dates. This resource is available at no cost and does not require registration.

Perry County Court of Common Pleas – Clerk of Courts
P.O. Box 37, 25 W. Main Street
New Bloomfield, PA 17068
Phone: (717) 582-2131
Perry County Court of Common Pleas

4. State Law Enforcement Database

The Pennsylvania State Police maintains the central repository for criminal history record information in the Commonwealth under 18 Pa. C.S. § 9101 et seq. Members of the public may request a Pennsylvania criminal history record check through the Pennsylvania Access to Criminal History (PATCH) system. The PATCH system returns conviction data and, in some cases, arrest information. The current fee for a PATCH request is $22.00 per subject. The system does not return juvenile records, expunged records, or records sealed by court order.

In-Person Access:

Sheriff's Office:

Address: 25 W. Main Street, New Bloomfield, PA 17068
Records division is located within the main Sheriff's Office
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Phone: (717) 582-2200
What to bring: Valid government-issued photo identification and any known booking or case number
Fees for copies: $0.25 per page for standard copies; certification fees may apply

Police Departments:

Pennsylvania State Police, Troop H: 1800 Elmerton Avenue, Harrisburg, PA 17110; (717) 671-7500
Newport Borough Police Department: 231 Market Street, Newport, PA 17074; (717) 567-3271
Records requests at municipal departments require a written request submitted in person or by mail; fees vary by department but are governed by the Pennsylvania Right-to-Know Law

Clerk of Court:

Address: 25 W. Main Street, New Bloomfield, PA 17068
Criminal records division is located within the Perry County Courthouse
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Phone: (717) 582-2131
Case files are available for public inspection during business hours
Copy fees: $0.25 per page; certified copies are $1.00 per page plus applicable per-page copy fees

By Mail:

Mailing address: Perry County Sheriff's Office, 25 W. Main Street, New Bloomfield, PA 17068
Written requests should include the arrestee's full legal name, date of birth, approximate date of arrest, booking number if known, and the requester's full name and return address
Payment for copies should be included in the form of a check or money order payable to Perry County
Processing time is typically 5–10 business days from receipt of a complete request

By Phone:

Sheriff's Office: (717) 582-2200
Basic custody status inquiries may be handled by phone; detailed record information requires a written request or in-person visit
Callers should have the subject's full name, date of birth, and approximate arrest date available
Staff may direct callers to the online UJS portal or advise an in-person visit for comprehensive records

Through Legal Channels:

Licensed attorneys may submit formal records requests on behalf of clients
Subpoenas may be issued for detailed arrest files, investigative reports, and evidence records not available through routine public access
In active criminal proceedings, discovery under the Pennsylvania Rules of Criminal Procedure governs the exchange of arrest-related materials between prosecution and defense

Information Needed for Search:

Full legal name (first and last name at minimum)
Date of birth or approximate age
Approximate date of arrest
Booking number, if known
Jurisdiction of arrest (Sheriff, State Police, or municipal department)

Are Arrest Records Public in Perry County

Arrest records in Perry County are public records subject to disclosure under the Pennsylvania Right-to-Know Law, 65 P.S. § 67.101 et seq. Under this statute, records created or received by a Commonwealth agency or local agency in connection with a transaction of public business are presumed to be public unless a specific exemption applies. Arrest records fall within this framework because they document official government action taken by law enforcement officers acting in their public capacity.

The public availability of arrest records serves several recognized governmental interests:

Government transparency: Public access allows citizens to monitor the conduct of law enforcement agencies
Public safety: Disclosure of arrest information enables community members to make informed decisions
Community awareness: Residents may learn of criminal activity occurring in their area
Journalism and research: Members of the press and academic researchers rely on arrest records to document crime trends and evaluate the justice system
Background screening: Employers, landlords, and licensing agencies use arrest information as part of lawful screening processes
Legal proceedings: Parties to civil and criminal litigation use arrest records as evidence

What Arrest Information Is Public:

Arrestee name and known aliases
Date and time of arrest
Location of arrest
Arresting agency
Charges filed at the time of arrest
Booking number
Booking photograph (mugshot)
Bond and bail information
Current custody status
Basic demographic information including age and physical description

Limitations on Public Access:

Juvenile arrest records are restricted and not available to the general public
Expunged arrest records are removed from public access following a court order
Sealed records are subject to court-ordered confidentiality
Information pertaining to active investigations may be withheld to protect investigative integrity
Undercover officer identities are exempt from disclosure
Confidential informant information is protected
Victim identifying information is restricted in cases involving sexual offenses and certain other crimes
Participants in witness protection programs are not identified in public records

Constitutional and Legal Basis:

The Pennsylvania Constitution, Article I, Section 11, guarantees access to courts and public proceedings. The First Amendment to the United States Constitution protects the press and public's right to access information about government operations, including law enforcement activity. Courts have consistently recognized that the public interest in transparency must be balanced against individual privacy rights, particularly where an arrest has not resulted in a conviction.

Who Can Access Arrest Records:

Members of the general public
Media organizations and journalists
Employers, subject to restrictions under the federal Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA)
Landlords, subject to applicable fair housing laws
Licensing agencies conducting fitness determinations
Background check companies operating under FCRA compliance obligations
Attorneys and legal professionals
Academic researchers

Restrictions on Use:

Employers who use arrest records in hiring decisions must comply with the FCRA and, where applicable, Pennsylvania's own employment discrimination provisions. The Criminal History Record Information Act, 18 Pa. C.S. § 9125, limits the circumstances under which an employer may consider criminal history, including arrest records, in employment decisions. As the UJS portal notes, "Employers who do not comply with the provisions of the Criminal History Record Information Act (18 Pa. C.S. § 9125) may be subject to civil liability." A critical distinction exists between an arrest record and a conviction record: an arrest reflects a law enforcement action and does not establish guilt.

What's in Perry County Arrest Records

Personal Identification Information:

Full legal name
Aliases or "also known as" names
Date of birth
Age at time of arrest
Sex/gender
Race/ethnicity
Height and weight
Eye color and hair color
Identifying marks such as scars or tattoos
Address at time of arrest (may be partially redacted)

Arrest Details:

Arrest date and time
Location of arrest (street address or general area)
Arresting agency (Sheriff's Office, Pennsylvania State Police, or municipal department)
Arresting officer name and badge number (included in some records)
Booking date and time
Booking number or arrest number
Warrant information, if the arrest was warrant-based

Charges Information:

Specific criminal charges
Pennsylvania statute numbers violated
Charge descriptions
Classification (felony degree or misdemeanor grade)
Number of counts for each charge
Domestic violence designation, if applicable
Gang-related designation, if applicable

Booking Information:

Booking facility name and location (Perry County Prison)
Intake process timestamp
Booking photograph (mugshot)
Fingerprints are collected during booking but are not included in public-facing records
Personal property inventory

Custody and Bond Information:

Current custody status (in custody, released, or bonded out)
Bond amount as set by the court
Bond type:
- Cash bond
- Surety bond
- Personal recognizance (PR) bond
- No bond
Release date and time, if the individual has been released
Release conditions, where publicly available

Court Information:

Court case number assigned by the Clerk of Courts
Court jurisdiction (Magisterial District Court or Court of Common Pleas)
Scheduled arraignment or preliminary hearing date
Court location
Judge or magisterial district judge assignment, where available

Prior Arrest History (may be included):

Previous arrests processed through Perry County
Historical booking numbers
Prior charges, where retained in the booking system

What's Typically NOT in Public Arrest Records:

Detailed narrative of the arrest or police report
Witness statements
Victim identifying information
Evidence collected during the investigation
Investigative techniques or surveillance methods
Medical information
Mental health status
Substance abuse information
Social Security number (redacted under Pennsylvania law)
Bank account or financial information

Difference Between Arrest Records and Related Record Types:

Police reports: Contain detailed incident narratives, witness accounts, and officer observations not included in booking records
Court records: Document legal proceedings initiated after arrest, including motions, hearings, and dispositions
Criminal records: Reflect convictions and sentences rather than the arrest itself
Background checks: Compile information from multiple sources including court records, state repositories, and federal databases

How Much Does It Cost to Get Arrest Records in Perry County?

The cost of obtaining arrest records in Perry County depends on the requesting method and the originating agency. Under the Pennsylvania Right-to-Know Law, agencies may charge fees for the actual cost of duplication but may not charge for the time spent retrieving or reviewing records.

Record Type	Method	Current Fee
Standard paper copies	In-person or mail	$0.25 per page
Certified copies (Clerk of Courts)	In-person	$1.00 per page + copy fee
PATCH criminal history check	Online (PSP)	$22.00 per request
Court docket printout	In-person (Clerk)	$0.25 per page
Electronic records (where available)	Online	No charge

Accepted payment methods at the Perry County Courthouse and Sheriff's Office include cash, check, and money order payable to Perry County. The Pennsylvania State Police PATCH system accepts credit and debit card payments online.

Inspection of public records at the Clerk of Courts or Sheriff's Office during regular business hours is available at no charge. Fees apply only when copies are requested. No fee waiver provisions are currently established by local rule for routine arrest record requests, though indigent petitioners seeking records for expungement proceedings may request fee waivers through the Court of Common Pleas.

Members of the public may access court docket information through the UJS web portal at no cost. The Pennsylvania State Police Public Information Release Reports are available online without charge and provide recent arrest summaries for Perry County.

How To Delete Arrest Records in Perry County

Under Pennsylvania law, the removal of arrest records from public access is accomplished through either expungement (physical destruction or removal of records) or limited access orders (restricting public access while preserving law enforcement access). These two remedies are distinct. Expungement results in the actual destruction of records held by law enforcement agencies and the state repository. A limited access order, available under the Clean Slate Act, seals records from public view but does not destroy them.

Eligibility for Expungement:

Under 18 Pa. C.S. § 9122, a person may petition for expungement of an arrest record in the following circumstances:

The charges were dismissed, withdrawn, or nolle prossed
The individual was acquitted at trial
The individual successfully completed an Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition (ARD) program
The individual is 70 years of age or older, has been free of arrest or prosecution for ten years following the last conviction, and the sentence has been completed
The individual has been dead for three years
The arrest involved a summary offense and the individual has been free of arrest or prosecution for five years following the conviction

Clean Slate Automatic Sealing:

Pennsylvania's Clean Slate Act provides for the automatic sealing of certain misdemeanor convictions and non-conviction records after a specified period without further criminal activity. Non-conviction records, including arrests that did not result in charges or resulted in acquittal, are eligible for automatic sealing. Sealed records are not accessible to the general public but remain available to law enforcement and criminal justice agencies.

Steps to Petition for Expungement:

Obtain a copy of the criminal docket from the Perry County Clerk of Courts to confirm the case disposition
Complete a Petition for Expungement (available from the Clerk of Courts or the Pennsylvania court system)
File the petition with the Perry County Court of Common Pleas, Criminal Division
Serve a copy of the petition on the Perry County District Attorney's Office
Attend any scheduled hearing; the District Attorney may object within a specified period
If the petition is granted, the court issues an order directing all relevant agencies to expunge or seal the records
Certified copies of the expungement order should be delivered to the Perry County Sheriff's Office, the Pennsylvania State Police central repository, and any other agency holding the records

Perry County District Attorney's Office
25 W. Main Street
New Bloomfield, PA 17068
Phone: (717) 582-2308
Perry County District Attorney

Perry County Court of Common Pleas – Criminal Division
25 W. Main Street
New Bloomfield, PA 17068
Phone: (717) 582-2131
Perry County Courts

Individuals seeking expungement are advised to retain legal counsel, as procedural requirements must be strictly followed. The Perry County Public Defender's Office may be able to assist eligible individuals.

Perry County Public Defender's Office
25 W. Main Street
New Bloomfield, PA 17068
Phone: (717) 582-5515

What Happens After Arrest in Perry County?

Immediate Post-Arrest Process:

1. Transport to Jail

Following an arrest in Perry County, the arrested individual is transported to the Perry County Prison, the county's primary detention facility. Transport time varies based on the location of the arrest and the availability of transport personnel.

Perry County Prison
P.O. Box 36, 33 Hogestown Road
New Bloomfield, PA 17068
Phone: (717) 582-8742

2. Booking Process

Upon arrival at Perry County Prison, the individual undergoes the booking process, which typically takes one to four hours depending on facility volume. The booking process includes:

Recording of personal identification information
Advisement of Miranda rights, if not previously given
Booking photograph (mugshot)
Fingerprint collection and submission to the Pennsylvania State Police repository
Criminal history and outstanding warrant check
Personal property inventory and storage
Medical and mental health screening
Housing classification determination

3. First Appearance/Initial Hearing

Under Pennsylvania law, an arrested individual must be brought before a Magisterial District Judge for a preliminary arraignment within a reasonable time, which in practice occurs within 24 to 72 hours of arrest. At the preliminary arraignment:

The individual is formally notified of the charges
Bail is set or the individual is released on recognizance
The right to counsel is explained and a public defender may be appointed for eligible individuals
A date for the preliminary hearing is scheduled

Bond/Bail Process:

Types of Bond:

Cash Bond: Full bail amount must be paid in cash or certified funds. The amount is refunded at the conclusion of the case, minus any applicable fees, provided the defendant appears at all required court dates.

Surety Bond: The defendant engages a licensed bail bondsman, who posts the full bail amount in exchange for a non-refundable premium, typically ten percent of the total bail. The bondsman assumes responsibility for the defendant's appearance.

Personal Recognizance (PR Bond): The defendant is released on a written promise to appear without monetary payment. Eligibility is based on community ties, employment status, criminal history, the nature of the charges, and assessed flight risk.

No Bond: The court may deny bail in cases involving serious violent offenses, demonstrated flight risk, danger to the community, violations of probation or parole, active immigration holds, or outstanding out-of-state warrants.

Conditions of Release:

Scheduled check-in with pretrial services
Travel restrictions
No-contact orders
Drug and alcohol testing
GPS monitoring in certain cases
Pretrial supervision reporting requirements

4. Release or Continued Detention

If Bond Is Posted: Processing for release typically takes one to eight hours following payment. The individual receives their personal property, a written notice of court dates, and written conditions of release. Failure to appear at any required court date results in bond forfeiture and issuance of a bench warrant.

If Bond Is Not Posted: The individual remains in custody at Perry County Prison, receives a housing assignment, and is oriented to facility rules, commissary access, phone privileges, and visitation schedules.

Accessing Legal Representation:

Public Defender:

Individuals who cannot afford private counsel may apply for representation through the Perry County Public Defender's Office. Eligibility is based on income. The Public Defender's Office is located at 25 W. Main Street, New Bloomfield, PA 17068; phone (717) 582-5515.

Private Attorney:

Defendants have the right to retain private counsel at any stage of the proceedings. The Pennsylvania Bar Association provides a lawyer referral service at (800) 692-7375.

Charging Decision:

Prosecutor's Review:

The Perry County District Attorney's Office reviews the arrest and determines whether to file formal charges, request additional investigation, decline prosecution, or file different charges. This review occurs within days to weeks of the arrest, depending on case complexity.

Preliminary Hearing:

At the preliminary hearing, the Magisterial District Judge determines whether sufficient evidence exists to hold the case for trial. The defendant may waive the preliminary hearing, which is common when a plea agreement is anticipated.

Arraignment:

At arraignment before the Court of Common Pleas, the defendant enters a formal plea. Most defendants enter a not guilty plea at this stage, preserving all pretrial options. Court dates for pretrial conferences and trial are set at arraignment.

Court Process Overview:

Pretrial Phase:

The pretrial phase includes discovery (exchange of evidence), pretrial motions (including motions to suppress evidence or dismiss charges), pretrial conferences, and plea negotiations. The Perry County District Attorney's Office may offer a plea agreement involving reduced charges or a sentencing recommendation.

Case Resolution Options:

Dismissal: Charges are dropped due to insufficient evidence, witness unavailability, or legal defects in the arrest or charging process
Diversion Programs: Eligible defendants may participate in Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition (ARD), drug court, or mental health court; successful completion results in dismissal of charges
Plea Agreement: The defendant pleads guilty or no contest to agreed-upon charges in exchange for a negotiated sentence
Trial: The defendant exercises the right to a jury or bench trial; the prosecution bears the burden of proving guilt beyond a reasonable doubt

Sentencing (if convicted):

The sentencing judge may impose incarceration, probation, fines and costs, restitution to victims, community service, drug or alcohol treatment, or a combination of these. Credit is applied for time served in pretrial detention. The defendant retains the right to appeal a conviction or sentence.

Timeline Overview:

Arrest to preliminary arraignment: 24–72 hours
Preliminary arraignment to preliminary hearing: 3–10 days
Preliminary hearing to arraignment: Weeks to months
Arraignment to trial or resolution: Several months to over one year for complex felonies
Misdemeanors: Resolved within three to twelve months in most cases
Felonies: Resolved within six to twenty-four months depending on complexity
Right to speedy trial: Pennsylvania Rule of Criminal Procedure 600 requires trial to commence within 365 days of the filing of the criminal complaint

Rights Throughout the Process:

Right to remain silent
Right to counsel
Right to a speedy trial
Right to confront witnesses
Right to present a defense
Right against self-incrimination
Right to appeal a conviction

Important Contacts:

Perry County Prison (Jail)
33 Hogestown Road
New Bloomfield, PA 17068
Phone: (717) 582-8742
Inmate information: (717) 582-8742
Perry County Prison

Perry County Clerk of Courts
25 W. Main Street
New Bloomfield, PA 17068
Phone: (717) 582-2131
UJS Case Search Portal

Perry County District Attorney's Office
25 W. Main Street
New Bloomfield, PA 17068
Phone: (717) 582-2308
Perry County District Attorney

Perry County Public Defender's Office
25 W. Main Street
New Bloomfield, PA 17068
Phone: (717) 582-5515

What to Do If Arrested:

Remain calm and cooperative with law enforcement
Do not physically resist arrest
Exercise the right to remain silent by politely declining to answer questions
Request an attorney immediately and do not waive this right
Do not discuss the case with anyone other than legal counsel
Contact family or a trusted individual to assist with bail
Attend all scheduled court dates without exception
Comply with all conditions of release

How Long Are Arrest Records Kept in Perry County?

Records Retention Overview:

Retention of arrest records in Perry County is governed by Pennsylvania law, local agency policies, and applicable federal requirements. Under Pennsylvania's records retention framework, law enforcement agencies and courts are required to maintain records for specified minimum periods based on the nature of the record and the disposition of the underlying case.

Arrest Records Retention by Type:

Active Arrest Records (Conviction Resulted):

Felony Convictions:

Retained permanently by the Perry County Sheriff's Office, the Clerk of Courts, and the Pennsylvania State Police central repository
Maintained indefinitely in the FBI's Interstate Identification Index (III) and the National Crime Information Center (NCIC)

Misdemeanor Convictions:

Retained permanently by the Clerk of Courts
Retained by the Pennsylvania State Police central repository
Local law enforcement records retained for a minimum of seven years under standard retention schedules

Arrest Records (No Conviction):

Dismissed Charges:

Local law enforcement records are retained for a minimum of three to seven years
Court records are retained permanently unless expunged by court order
State repository records remain unless the subject successfully petitions for expungement

Acquittals:

Court records are retained permanently absent an expungement order
Local law enforcement booking records are retained for a minimum of three years
Eligible for expungement under 18 Pa. C.S. § 9122

Charges Not Filed:

Booking records are retained for a minimum of three years
Arrest logs may be retained for five to seven years
Eligible for expungement petition upon request

No-Information (Prosecutor Declined):

Law enforcement records retained for a minimum of three years
Often eligible for expungement following the declination of prosecution

Digital vs. Physical Records:

Physical Records:

Booking paperwork: Minimum seven years
Fingerprint cards: Retained permanently in most cases
Booking photographs: Minimum seven years; may be retained longer in digital format

Digital Records:

Computer-aided dispatch (CAD) records: Minimum three years
Records management system entries: Often retained permanently
Electronic court records: Retained permanently by the Unified Judicial System

Third-Party Databases:

Commercial background check companies and mugshot websites may retain arrest records indefinitely
These entities are not controlled by law enforcement and may not update records following expungement
The FCRA requires consumer reporting agencies to maintain accurate and current information, but enforcement is the responsibility of the Federal Trade Commission

Retention by Agency:

Perry County Sheriff's Office:

Booking records: Minimum seven years
Arrest reports: Minimum seven years
Investigative files: Varies by case type; serious offenses retained longer
Contact: (717) 582-2200

Perry County Prison:

Inmate records: Minimum seven years following release
Contact: (717) 582-8742

Clerk of Courts:

Felony case files: Permanent
Misdemeanor case files: Minimum twenty years
Summary offense records: Minimum five years
Electronic records: Permanent

Pennsylvania State Police Central Repository:

The Pennsylvania State Police maintains the central repository for all criminal history record information in the Commonwealth
Retention policy: Permanent for conviction records; non-conviction records retained until expunged by court order
Members of the public may locate an inmate or parolee through the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections, and may search the Inmate/Department Supervised Individual Locator for individuals currently under state supervision, including those housed at Perry County facilities

FBI Database:

The National Crime Information Center (NCIC) and Interstate Identification Index (III) retain records at the federal level
Federal retention is permanent for most arrest and conviction records
Accessible to law enforcement agencies nationwide for background checks related to employment, firearms purchases, and licensing

Effect of Disposition on Retention:

Conviction: Records are retained permanently in all relevant databases and appear on background checks indefinitely
Dismissal: Records may remain in databases unless the subject obtains an expungement order; dismissed charges are not reported as convictions on background checks
Expungement: Physical records are destroyed or removed; the state repository updates its records; the FBI database may retain a notation; removal from third-party databases is not guaranteed and may require separate action
No Charges Filed: Shortest retention period; may be purged automatically after three years in some agency systems; eligible for immediate expungement petition

Accessing Historical Arrest Records:

Recent arrests (within the past five years): Available through the UJS portal, direct agency contact, or the Pennsylvania State Police Public Information Release Reports
Older arrests (five to twenty years ago): May require an in-person request at the Clerk of Courts or Sheriff's Office; retrieval fees may apply; processing time is typically five to fifteen business days
Very old arrests (more than twenty years ago): Records may not be digitized; paper records may be held in county archives; some records may have been destroyed pursuant to the applicable retention schedule; contact the Perry County Records Division at (717) 582-2131

Destruction of Records:

Authorized destruction of arrest records occurs after the applicable retention period expires, following a court-ordered expungement, or pursuant to the county's records retention schedule. Documentation of destruction is maintained by the agency. Records subject to permanent retention, including felony conviction files, records in cases with pending appeals, and sex offense records, may not be destroyed.

Impact on Background Checks:

Under the FCRA, most employment background checks cover a seven-year period for non-conviction records. Conviction records may be reported indefinitely. Pennsylvania's Criminal History Record Information Act imposes additional restrictions on employer use of criminal history, including arrest records that did not result in conviction. The Pennsylvania Megan's Law public website provides information on registered sexual offenders, as "Pennsylvania's General Assembly has determined public safety will be enhanced by making information about registered sexual offenders available to the public."

How to Check Retention Status:

Contact the Perry County Sheriff's Records Division at (717) 582-2200
Submit a written public records request identifying the specific arrest by name, date, and booking number
Fees may apply for copies of responsive records
The Clerk of Courts at (717) 582-2131 can confirm whether a court case file remains active or has been expunged

Lookup Arrest Records in Perry County

Public Information Release Reports – Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
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