Access Yonkers Recent Arrests
Recent arrests in Yonkers are processed through the Yonkers Police Department and Westchester County courts. Yonkers is the fourth largest city in New York State and sits just north of New York City in Westchester County. The city has its own police department with a Records Section at the Cacace Justice Center. Yonkers City Court at 100 South Broadway handles criminal cases from the city. You can search for Yonkers arrest records online through the WebCrims system, or contact the Yonkers Police Records Section at 914-377-7232 for police reports and arrest documentation.
Yonkers Overview
Yonkers City Court and Recent Arrests
Yonkers City Court handles criminal cases from the city. It is at 100 South Broadway, Yonkers, NY 10701. The main phone is 914-831-6450. The criminal division is at 914-831-6930. Traffic matters go to 914-831-6910. Civil cases: 914-831-6920. The fax number is 914-358-8088. Seven City Court judges preside over cases. Chief Clerk Jasmin Reyes-Finch manages court operations.
Felony cases that start in Yonkers City Court are transferred to Westchester County Court or Supreme Court for further proceedings. The court is open Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM. You can get Certificates of Disposition from the court clerk. Bring valid ID and the case details. Arraignments are conducted regularly for recent arrests in Yonkers.
Yonkers City Court Contacts
| Division | Phone | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Main Line | 914-831-6450 | 100 S Broadway, Yonkers, NY 10701 |
| Criminal | 914-831-6930 | Criminal cases and arraignments |
| Traffic | 914-831-6910 | Traffic violations |
| Civil | 914-831-6920 | Civil cases |
| Admin | 914-831-6940 | Administrative matters |
Yonkers Police Department and Arrest Records
The Yonkers Police Department Records Section is on the second floor of the Cacace Justice Center at 104 South Broadway, Yonkers, NY 10701. Phone: 914-377-7232. Hours are Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 3 PM, closed on holidays. This unit maintains custody of all official police reports, both criminal and non-criminal.
Getting arrest records from the Yonkers Police has specific rules. For incident reports, open investigations or cases with the DA or court cannot be released. You must be named on the report to pick it up in person. If someone else needs to get your report, they need a notarized letter from you. Mail requests require a copy of your government ID, a $2 search fee (non-refundable), and a self-addressed stamped envelope. Include the incident number, date, location, and type of incident. Most reports are ready within 8 business days.
Criminal reports have extra restrictions. Sealed records under CPL 160.50 cannot be released. Open investigations are off limits. Attorneys need a letter of authorization or must file a FOIL request. The Records Unit does not fax or email reports, so plan to visit in person or use mail.
Archive requests for older Yonkers arrest records have limits. Records are only available back to 1987 (earlier ones were destroyed per state retention rules). Reports before 2011 cannot be searched by name alone. You need the date, time, and location. Before 1996, you need the police incident number. A $5 search fee applies per report, plus $15 per report found.
How to Search Recent Arrests in Yonkers
The WebCrims system offers free online case searches for Yonkers City Court. Search by name or docket number to find charges and court dates. The eCourts portal shows court calendars.
State-level tools include the DCJS Criminal History Record Search at $95 per name. The DOCCS Inmate Lookup is free for state prison searches. The Sex Offender Registry costs nothing. All cover the whole state including Yonkers.
In person, visit Yonkers City Court at 100 South Broadway or the Westchester County Clerk's Office. The county clerk has a satellite office in Yonkers at 131 Warburton Avenue, Yonkers, NY 10701, phone (914) 995-3087. The main office is at 110 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, White Plains, NY 10601. Standard copies cost $0.25 per page. Certified court copies are $8.
Recent Arrests, Certificates of Conduct and Background Checks
The Yonkers Police Records Section issues Certificates of Conduct, which are background checks. Applications are accepted Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 2 PM. Processing takes 5 to 7 business days. You must apply and pick up in person. The certificate is held for 60 days after the application date.
The cost is $30 for Yonkers residents with proof of residency and $60 for non-residents. Payment is cash, bank check, or money order only. You need a valid photo ID such as a driver's license, state ID, passport, military ID, or alien registration card. Fingerprinting is available by appointment at 914-377-7232. The fingerprinting fee is $50 for residents and $75 for non-residents.
FOIL Requests for Recent Arrests in Yonkers
Under the Freedom of Information Law, you can request arrest records from the Yonkers Police Department. Submit your request in writing with as much detail as possible. The department acknowledges within five business days and responds within 20 business days. Copies cost $0.25 per page.
The Westchester County Clerk also processes records requests. Their hours are Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM. Large format documents cost $5 per page. Certified copies of vital records cost $10. Land record certifications are $5 plus per-page fees. Some records may be redacted or withheld under FOIL exemptions.
Legal Resources for Yonkers
Westchester County has legal aid organizations that serve Yonkers residents. The Legal Aid Society of Westchester County provides free representation. The DCJS Record Review page lets you check your criminal history and challenge errors. The criminal justice statistics cover Westchester County arrest trends.
If you need to seal a Yonkers arrest record, talk to a lawyer about the CPL 160.50 process. Cases that ended in dismissal or acquittal often qualify. The sealing removes the record from public view but does not destroy it.
Westchester County Arrest Records
Yonkers is in Westchester County. Felony cases and many other criminal matters flow through the county court system. Visit the Westchester County page for full details on courts, clerk offices, and arrest record search tools.
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