Find Recent Arrests in Monroe County
Monroe County recent arrests are processed through the Sheriff's Office and the Monroe County Jail in Rochester. With a population near 750,000, this is one of the larger counties in western New York and sees a high volume of bookings. Arrest records are public under state law unless sealed by a court. You can search for recent arrests through the jail's inmate lookup, the state eCourts system, or by filing a FOIL request with the Sheriff's Office or County Clerk.
Monroe County Overview
Monroe County Sheriff's Office and Recent Arrests
The Monroe County Sheriff's Office is at 130 South Plymouth Avenue, Rochester, NY 14614. Sheriff Todd K. Baxter leads the agency. The main number is 585-753-4178, and the Records Division can be reached at 585-753-4176. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. For emergencies, call 911.
| Office | Monroe County Sheriff's Office |
|---|---|
| Address | 130 South Plymouth Avenue, Rochester, NY 14614 |
| Phone | (585) 753-4178 |
| Records | (585) 753-4176 |
| Fax | (585) 753-4524 |
| Hours | Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Website | Monroe County Sheriff |
Monroe County runs zone substations across the county for patrol coverage. Fingerprinting is available at 130 South Plymouth Avenue and at the RPD headquarters at 185 Exchange Blvd. The fee is $25 and appointments take about 20 minutes. Pistol permits go through the Monroe County Clerk's Office at 39 West Main Street, not the Sheriff's Office.
Complaints can be filed by phone or in writing. Internal Affairs is at 585-753-4519, Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. For recent arrest records from Monroe County, file a FOIL request with the Records Division.
How to Search Recent Arrests in Monroe County
The Monroe County Jail has an inmate information line at 585-753-4300. The jail is at 130 Plymouth Avenue South in Rochester. It has 1,217 beds and an average daily population of around 650 inmates. About 71% are pretrial and 29% are sentenced. The breakdown by offense includes 32% violent felonies, 27% property crimes, 18% drug offenses, 7% DWI and traffic, and 16% other charges.
For online searches, the New York State eCourts portal is free and covers Monroe County courts in the Seventh Judicial District. The WebCrims tool handles criminal case lookups specifically. Both tools are available 24 hours a day. The Hall of Justice at 99 Exchange Blvd in Rochester houses the Supreme and County Courts on the fifth floor.
Filing a FOIL request is the formal route for arrest records. Monroe County also has an online FOIL request system through the county government portal. Response time is five business days for acknowledgment, up to 20 business days for the actual records. Electronic copies are often provided at no cost when available.
Monroe County Jail and Booking Records
The Monroe County Jail processes all bookings after an arrest. The facility sees a range of charges. Average stay for pretrial detainees is 39 days. Sentenced inmates average 54 days. About 85% of the population is male and 15% female. Visitation runs Monday through Friday at scheduled times starting at 8:15 AM, with the last slot at 2:15 PM. You must schedule visits one week ahead by calling 585-753-4000 starting at 8:15 AM.
Walk-in visits may be available during business hours, 8:30 AM to 2:15 PM, but that depends on capacity. Arrive at least 30 minutes before your scheduled time. Valid government-issued photo ID is required. For visitors under 18, a permission form must be completed. Money can be deposited through the Access Corrections system online, via mobile app, or at lobby kiosks at both the main jail and the STAR Academy facility.
Note: The Andrew P. Meloni STAR Academy at 750 East Henrietta Road is a separate facility focused on rehabilitation programs for sentenced inmates. Administration there can be reached at 585-753-3078. Visiting appointments go through 585-753-3065.
Photos sent by mail are photocopied and originals go to the inmate's property storage. Third-party photo services like Free Prints, Walmart, and Shutterfly can deliver directly to inmates at the Monroe County Jail. Phone calls are collect only.
Court Records from Monroe County Arrests
Monroe County courts are part of the Seventh Judicial District. The Hall of Justice at 99 Exchange Blvd in Rochester is the main courthouse. Supreme and County Court are on the fifth floor, Room 545, reachable at 585-371-3758. The Criminal Division Clerk is at 123 Public Safety Building, 150 South Plymouth Avenue, at 585-371-3413. The Civil Division is in Room 6 at 99 Exchange Blvd.
Family Court is on the third floor (Room 360, 585-371-3544) and Surrogate's Court is on the fifth floor (Room 541, 585-371-3310). E-filing is mandatory for most case types through the NYS Courts website. Under CPL 160.50, dismissed and acquitted cases are automatically sealed in Monroe County. Sealed records will not appear in a public search of court databases.
The Monroe County Clerk's Office at 39 West Main Street, Room 101, maintains court filings for Supreme and County Courts. County Clerk Jamie Romeo oversees the office. The phone is 585-753-1600. Copies cost $0.65 per page with a $1.30 minimum. Certified copies are $5.00 for up to four pages. Court record searches run $5.00 per name every two years. The IQS online search system provides access to some recorded documents.
Getting Copies of Monroe County Arrest Records
Monroe County has multiple channels for getting arrest record copies. Start with a FOIL request to the Sheriff's Office at 130 South Plymouth Avenue. You can also use the county's online FOIL system at the Monroe County government website. Include the person's name, date range, and the specific records you need.
For state-level searches, the Division of Criminal Justice Services processes fingerprint-based background checks. The Criminal History Record Search costs $95 through the Office of Court Administration. The DOCCS inmate lookup covers people transferred to state prison after arrest in Monroe County.
Payment at the clerk's office can be made by cash, check, Visa, MasterCard, or Discover. Notary services are free during business hours. The office is open Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Additional Resources for Monroe County Recent Arrests
The Sex Offender Registry covers Monroe County offenders. Crime statistics are posted on the DCJS statistics page. The county government portal at monroecounty.gov has links to all departments and an online property search tool. FOIL requests can also be submitted online through the county site.
The records review process through DCJS lets individuals check their own criminal history in New York State. This is useful if you want to verify what shows up in your own record from a Monroe County arrest.
Cities in Monroe County
Monroe County includes several cities and towns with their own local courts and law enforcement. These qualifying cities have dedicated pages with more detailed arrest record information.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Monroe County. If an arrest happened near the county line, try searching there too.