Kings County Recent Arrests Search
Kings County recent arrests are handled by the NYPD and processed through the Brooklyn court system. Kings County is Brooklyn, the most populous borough in New York City, with over 2.7 million residents. More than 20 NYPD precincts cover the borough, split between Brooklyn North and Brooklyn South commands. Recent arrests flow through the Kings County Criminal Court at 120 Schermerhorn Street. If you need to search for recent arrests in Kings County, you can use the NYC inmate lookup, the OpenRecords FOIL portal, or the state eCourts system.
Kings County Overview
NYPD Brooklyn Precincts and Recent Arrests
The NYPD handles all recent arrests in Kings County. Brooklyn is divided into two patrol borough commands. Brooklyn North can be reached at 718-963-5000. Brooklyn South is at 718-834-8800. Each precinct within these commands processes arrests in its own coverage area.
| Agency | NYPD - Brooklyn Precincts |
|---|---|
| Brooklyn North | 718-963-5000 |
| Brooklyn South | 718-834-8800 |
| Records Access | NYC OpenRecords Portal |
| Website | NYPD Website |
Brooklyn has more than 20 precincts. Some of the busiest include the 75th Precinct in East New York (718-827-3511), the 73rd Precinct in Brownsville (718-495-5411), and the 67th Precinct in East Flatbush (718-287-3211). Other precincts cover areas like Coney Island, Sheepshead Bay, Bensonhurst, Bay Ridge, Flatbush, Crown Heights, Sunset Park, Williamsburg, Bushwick, Park Slope, Fort Greene, and Greenpoint.
For arrest records from NYPD, you must go through the Records Access Officer. FOIL requests can be filed online through the NYC OpenRecords portal. Copies cost $0.25 per page. Processing time varies based on the request. Accident reports are available separately through crashdocs.org or buycrash.com.
How to Search Recent Arrests in Kings County
The NYC Department of Correction runs an inmate lookup service. You can search by name or NYSID number. It shows current custody status, housing facility, and release dates. This covers anyone held in the NYC jail system after an arrest in Kings County.
For court records, the WebCrims system shows criminal case status and court dates. The eCourts portal provides broader access to case records across the state. Both are free.
FOIL requests go through the NYC OpenRecords portal. This is the fastest way to file for records from the NYPD or other city agencies. You can track your request online and get notified when records are ready. Under New York law, agencies must respond within five business days of receiving a request.
The DOCCS inmate lookup covers people who were arrested in Kings County and later sent to state prison. Search by last name or NYSID. It is free and runs around the clock.
Kings County Jail and Booking Records
The NYC Department of Correction handles jail operations for all five boroughs, including Kings County. The main office is at 75-20 Astoria Boulevard in Queens. Phone is 718-546-1500. The Records and Information Unit is at the Bulova Corporate Center, Suite 160, East Elmhurst, NY 11370.
The Brooklyn Detention Complex at 275 Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11201 is one of the key facilities for people arrested in Kings County. Phone is 718-546-1500. When capacity is reached, Brooklyn inmates may be housed at other facilities, including the Vernon C. Bain Center (a floating barge) at 1 Halleck Street in the Bronx.
Visitation schedules vary by facility. Valid photo ID is required for all visitors. You must be pre-approved before visiting. No cell phones, weapons, drugs, or other contraband are allowed. Check the Department of Correction website for the current schedule at whatever facility is housing the person you want to visit.
The online inmate lookup lets you search for anyone currently in NYC custody. Results show the person's name, charges, facility, and expected release date. This is the easiest way to check on someone after a recent arrest in Kings County without visiting a facility or calling around.
Recent Arrests and Court Records
The Kings County Criminal Court is at 120 Schermerhorn Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201. General information line is 347-404-9400. Arraignments run seven days a week from 9:00 AM to 1:00 AM. The clerk's office is open Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Supervising Judge is Hon. Keshia Espinal. Acting Borough Chief Clerk is Anthony Calise.
The Kings County Supreme Court, Criminal Term, is at 320 Jay Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201. Phone is 347-296-1600. Court hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. This court handles felony cases after indictment.
Under CPL 160.50, dismissed and acquitted cases are sealed. They will not appear in public searches. Kings County processes a very high volume of cases, so the number of sealed records is substantial. If your search turns up nothing, the case may have been sealed rather than nonexistent.
The Criminal History Record Search costs $95 per search and covers courts statewide. For Kings County specifically, WebCrims and the eCourts portal are free alternatives for basic case lookups.
Getting Copies of Arrest Records
The Kings County Clerk's Office is at 360 Adams Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201. Phone is 347-404-9700. The office handles court records, property records, and business certificates. Copy fees are $0.25 per page. Certified copies cost $6.00 per document plus $0.25 per page.
The Kings County District Attorney's Office at 350 Jay Street (718-250-2000) can provide declined prosecution letters. Go in person with a photo ID. Bring your date of birth and arrest number if you have it. No fee for this service. The DA's office handles homicide, special victims, economic crimes, narcotics, and rackets cases.
Brooklyn Defender Services at 180 Livingston Street (718-254-0700) provides public defense. If you were arrested in Kings County and could not afford a lawyer, this is the office that may have represented you. They can help you get copies of your own case records.
For state-level searches, the DOCCS inmate lookup and the sex offender registry are both free. The DCJS records review lets you check your own criminal history.
Arrest Record Resources in Kings County
VINE is available for Kings County and all of New York City. Crime victims can register at vinelink.com or call 1-888-VINE-4-NY to get alerts when an offender's custody status changes. The service is free.
The DCJS website has crime statistics broken down by county and borough. The statistics page tracks arrest trends over time. Kings County consistently ranks among the highest in New York for total arrests given its large population.
Note: Kings County is Brooklyn. All arrests in Brooklyn are processed through the Kings County court system and the NYPD Brooklyn precincts. The NYC inmate lookup covers all boroughs, so you can search for anyone in city custody from a single tool.
Cities in Kings County
Kings County is entirely within New York City. Brooklyn is a borough, not a separate city. For more detailed arrest information for the broader New York City area, see the city page below.
Nearby Counties
These counties are adjacent to Kings County within the New York City metro area. Arrests near borough borders may have been processed in a neighboring county.