Upper Darby Criminal History Records
Upper Darby Township is located in Delaware County, just west of Philadelphia. It is one of the most densely populated townships in Pennsylvania. Criminal history records for Upper Darby are filed at the Delaware County Court of Common Pleas, which serves as the official repository for felony and misdemeanor criminal cases in the region. Magisterial District Courts handle preliminary hearings and summary offenses at the local level. Residents can search case information through the Pennsylvania UJS portal and request certified criminal background checks through the PA State Police PATCH system.
Upper Darby Quick Facts
Where Upper Darby Criminal History Records Are Filed
All felony and misdemeanor criminal cases from Upper Darby are filed at the Delaware County Court of Common Pleas. This court is located in Media, the county seat of Delaware County. It serves as the official court of record for all criminal matters originating in Upper Darby and throughout the county.
The Clerk of Courts at the Delaware County Courthouse maintains official criminal case files. Upper Darby also has local Magisterial District Courts that handle summary offenses and conduct preliminary hearings for more serious charges before cases move to Common Pleas.
Upper Darby is near Philadelphia but operates entirely within Delaware County's court system. Records are not shared with Philadelphia courts. Any case originating in Upper Darby goes through the Delaware County court structure.
Note: Juvenile records, sealed files, mental health records, and expunged cases are not available through public search systems in Pennsylvania.
Searching Upper Darby Criminal Records Online
The Pennsylvania UJS Case Search portal is the primary free tool for searching Upper Darby criminal history online. You can search by participant name, docket number, or offense tracking number. Results include docket entries, charge details, case status, and scheduled hearings.
The portal covers all court levels in Delaware County, from Common Pleas down to Magisterial District Courts. No account is required for basic docket searches. Full case documents cannot be downloaded from the portal and must be obtained through the Delaware County Clerk of Courts.
The Upper Darby Township official website provides information on township services, the Upper Darby Police Department, and public records access for residents in Delaware County.
Recent court filings may not appear on the UJS portal for 24 hours or more. Always verify important information directly with the Delaware County Clerk of Courts office for accuracy.
Upper Darby Criminal History Through PATCH
The Pennsylvania Access to Criminal History system, PATCH, provides certified criminal background checks for Upper Darby and all of Delaware County. PATCH is administered by the Pennsylvania State Police and draws on statewide court data.
Each PATCH check costs $22 and is submitted online at epatch.pa.gov. You need the subject's full legal name and date of birth. Results are typically returned quickly for standard online requests.
PATCH is the only official source for a certified Pennsylvania criminal history check. Under CHRIA, 18 Pa.C.S. Chapter 91, the PSP is the central repository for criminal history data in the Commonwealth. UJS portal docket searches do not constitute a certified background check.
Delaware County Court Records for Upper Darby Cases
The Delaware County Court of Common Pleas handles all criminal cases from Upper Darby. The Delaware County Court System website provides information on court divisions, the Clerk of Courts, and how to access criminal case records.
The Delaware County DA's office also maintains open records procedures for certain public records requests. The Delaware County DA Open Records page provides information on how to request records held by the district attorney's office.
The Delaware County Court System serves Upper Darby and all of Delaware County. Criminal cases originating in Upper Darby are filed and maintained at this court.
Note: In-person visits to the Delaware County Courthouse in Media, PA require a valid photo ID. Fees apply for certified copy requests. Call the clerk's office in advance to confirm current fee schedules and procedures.
Upper Darby Police Department Records
The Upper Darby Police Department provides law enforcement services for the township. Arrest records, incident reports, and police blotter information are generated at the department level for incidents occurring within Upper Darby.
Public records requests for Upper Darby Police Department records can be submitted through the township administration. Police blotter information is generally public under Pennsylvania law. Detailed investigative records may be withheld if related to an active case or protected by law.
The Upper Darby Township website provides contact information for township administration and police department record requests.
Right-to-Know Law and Upper Darby Records
Pennsylvania's Right-to-Know Law provides public access to many types of government records. Upper Darby Township records fall under this law. Court records from the Unified Judicial System follow the UJS Public Access Policy rather than the Right-to-Know Law directly.
Criminal investigative records held by the Upper Darby Police Department may be exempt from disclosure under Section 708(b)(16). This exemption covers records that could compromise investigations or endanger individuals involved in a case.
The Pennsylvania Office of Open Records handles appeals when a township or county denies a records request. Appeals must be filed within 15 business days of receiving the denial.
Upper Darby Court Contact Information
| Court | Delaware County Court of Common Pleas |
|---|---|
| Address | 201 West Front Street, Media, PA 19063 |
| Courts Website | delcopa.gov/courts |
| UJS Portal | ujsportal.pacourts.us |
| PATCH System | epatch.pa.gov ($22 per check) |
| Judicial District | 32nd Judicial District |
| County | Delaware County |
Delaware County Criminal Records
Upper Darby criminal cases are filed at the Delaware County Court of Common Pleas in Media. The county records page provides additional contact information, access methods, and resources for Delaware County criminal history.
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