Search Genesee County Recent Arrests
Genesee County recent arrests are handled by Sheriff William A. Sheron Jr. and his team in Batavia. The county has about 60,370 residents in western New York. The Genesee County Jail has 97 beds and offers an online inmate search through the sheriff's website. Court records for arrests go through the 8th Judicial District. Several statewide databases also cover Genesee County arrest records and criminal cases.
Genesee County Overview
Genesee County Sheriff and Recent Arrests
The Genesee County Sheriff's Office at 165 Park Road in Batavia processes recent arrests across the county. Sheriff William A. Sheron Jr. leads the department with Undersheriff Bradley D. Mazur. The office provides road patrol, criminal investigations with three full-time investigators, civil process service, jail operations, court security, animal control, and emergency dispatch. They also run marine patrol and ATV and snowmobile enforcement.
Several community programs operate under the sheriff's office. Genesee Justice is an alternative sentencing program. The Justice for Children Advocacy Center handles cases involving young victims. The Sheriff's Summer Camp and Shop With A Cop program serve children in the community. For records requests, contact the sheriff at (585) 345-3000 or email sheriff@co.genesee.ny.us. The non-emergency dispatch line is the same number.
| Agency | Genesee County Sheriff's Office |
|---|---|
| Address | 165 Park Road Batavia, NY 14020 |
| Phone | (585) 345-3000 |
| Fax | (585) 343-9129 |
| sheriff@co.genesee.ny.us | |
| Hours | Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
| Website | geneseeny.gov - Sheriff's Office |
How to Search Genesee County Recent Arrests
The Genesee County Sheriff's Office has an online inmate search on their website. You can search by name or booking number. The results are updated daily and show who is in the jail right now. This is the fastest way to check on a recent arrest in Genesee County.
State court tools also cover Genesee County. The eCourts portal at iapps.courts.state.ny.us provides case records from the 8th Judicial District. WebCrims at iapps.courts.state.ny.us/webcrim shows criminal court schedules and case updates. Both are free. For statewide searches, the DOCCS lookup at nysdoccslookup.doccs.ny.gov covers state prisoners, and the Sex Offender Registry tracks registered offenders.
The Criminal History Record Search through the court system checks conviction records across New York. The VINE system at vinelink.com or 1-888-846-3469 lets you track custody status for any Genesee County inmate.
Note: Under CPL 160.50, arrest records in New York get sealed when charges are dismissed or the person wins at trial. Sealed Genesee County records are not available through public searches.
Genesee County Jail
The Genesee County Jail at 3839 West Main Street Road in Batavia holds people after a recent arrest. The mailing address is P.O. Box 151, Batavia, NY 14021. Jail Superintendent Bill Zipfel runs the facility. Call (585) 343-0838 for general questions or reach the superintendent at extension 3951. The jail has 97 beds and serves as a multi-level security facility for both men and women.
Video visitation is available at the Genesee County Jail. Visitors must be pre-approved and bring valid photo ID. Contact the facility for the current schedule. The jail uses the Swanson Services Corporation and Cobra Kiosk system for commissary. You can deposit money by phone at 1-866-394-0490 or online at smartdeposit.com. A kiosk in the facility lobby also takes deposits. Most funds show up within one hour.
Programs at the jail include education through Genesee Valley BOCES, substance abuse counseling, mental health services, religious services, and work release for eligible inmates. The facility also provides medical and dental care. If someone you know was recently arrested in Genesee County, the jail staff at (585) 343-0838 can confirm if they are in custody.
Genesee County Court Records
Criminal cases from recent arrests in Genesee County go to the County Court at 1 West Main Street in Batavia. Call (585) 815-7878 for the court clerk. The county is in the 8th Judicial District. Genesee County has treatment courts for special cases: Drug Treatment Court, DWI Treatment Court, and Integrated Domestic Violence Court.
The District Attorney's Office at 1 West Main Street in Batavia prosecutes arrests. Phone (585) 815-7878 or check their website at co.genesee.ny.us. The Public Defender's Office at the same address provides representation at (585) 815-7815. Email them at publicdefender@co.genesee.ny.us for inquiries.
The Genesee County Clerk's Office at 15 Main Street in Batavia keeps court records. Call (585) 344-2550 or email clerk@co.genesee.ny.us. They maintain criminal and civil court records, real property records, business certificates, and pistol permit applications. Copies are $0.25 per page. Certified copies cost $5.00 each. Hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The Probation Department at 115 Main Street, Batavia, handles supervised release at (585) 815-7807.
Getting Genesee County Arrest Records
Submit a FOIL request to get copies of arrest records in Genesee County. For jail records, write to the sheriff's office. For court records, contact the County Clerk. New York Public Officers Law requires a response within five business days. Records from sealed cases under CPL 160.50 are not available. Active investigations may also be exempt.
The DCJS FOIL page covers state-level requests. The Division of Criminal Justice Services runs fingerprint-based background checks for $62.00 plus fingerprinting costs. Visit the Records Review page for details on personal criminal history requests.
Recent Arrests Resources for Genesee County
The Genesee County government portal at geneseeny.gov links to all departments. County Manager Jay Gsell oversees county operations. The Department of Social Services at 5130 East Main Street Road in Batavia provides support at (585) 344-2580. The Board of Elections at 15 Main Street can be reached at (585) 815-7804.
Statewide resources include the DCJS crime statistics broken down by county. The New York State Commission of Correction publishes jail inspection reports covering the Genesee County Jail.
Cities in Genesee County
Genesee County has no cities large enough for their own page. Batavia is the county seat and the main population center. Other towns include Le Roy, Bergen, and Corfu. All recent arrests go through the Genesee County Sheriff's Office and the county court system in Batavia.
Town and village courts handle local misdemeanors. Felony arrests anywhere in Genesee County are processed through the County Court.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Genesee County in western New York. If you need arrest records from a neighboring jurisdiction, check with their sheriff's office.