Cameron County Arrest and Court Records

Cameron County is located in north-central Pennsylvania. Emporium serves as the county seat and is home to the Cameron County Courthouse on East 5th Street. This courthouse holds the Court of Common Pleas and the combined clerk's office that manages both civil and criminal records. Cameron County is the least populous county in Pennsylvania, which means its courthouse is small but accessible. This page explains how to find Cameron County criminal history records through local and state channels.

Cameron County Criminal History Through the Clerk of Courts

Cameron County has a combined office that serves as Prothonotary, Clerk of Courts, Register of Wills, and Recorder of Deeds. Mary Grace Olay holds this position. The office is located at the Cameron County Courthouse, 20 East 5th Street, Emporium, PA 15834. The phone number is (814) 486-3355. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.

The Clerk of Courts function within this office maintains criminal court records for the Cameron County Court of Common Pleas. These records include all felony cases, serious misdemeanor cases, and any appeals from Magisterial District Courts. Each criminal case file includes the charges, docket entries, hearing dates, and the final outcome such as verdicts and sentencing. You can search for records by case number or by the subject's name and date of birth.

Cameron County's small size means that the courthouse staff can often answer questions quickly. In-person visits during business hours are the most reliable way to request specific records. Bring a valid photo ID and any case details you have in hand.

The Cameron County Government website lists the elected officials and contact information for all county offices.

Note: Because all clerk functions are combined into one office, a single visit or phone call can address both criminal and civil record requests at the same time.

Cameron County Offense History Online Through the UJS Portal

Pennsylvania maintains a free online court search tool called the UJS Web Portal. Cameron County court records are included in this statewide system. You can search by case number, party name, organization name, offense tracking number, police incident number, or state ID number. The portal covers both the Court of Common Pleas and Magisterial District Courts.

Visit the UJS Case Search tool to begin your lookup. Docket sheets show the timeline of a case, including filings, hearings, and dispositions. The information is free and public. However, you cannot download actual case documents from the portal. For certified copies or physical documents, you must contact the Clerk of Courts office in Emporium directly. The portal also notes that very recent court entries may not appear right away due to processing time.

The free PAeDocket mobile app from the Administrative Office of Pennsylvania Courts lets you search court cases from your phone and is available in the Apple Store and Google Play Store.

PATCH: Pennsylvania Statewide Criminal Records for Cameron County

The Pennsylvania Access to Criminal History system, called PATCH, provides a full statewide background check. It is run by the Pennsylvania State Police and costs $22 per request. Results cover criminal history from all 67 Pennsylvania counties, including Cameron. Because Cameron County has historically relied on the Pennsylvania State Police for law enforcement across all its municipalities, PATCH records are especially useful here.

Submit a PATCH request online through epatch.pa.gov. Online submissions are processed quickly. Results reflect the official state criminal history database maintained by the Pennsylvania State Police. PATCH is the only source for an official Pennsylvania criminal history background check and is more complete than a single-county court search.

The Pennsylvania State Police also provides information on criminal record expungements and DNA record removal for those who qualify under Pennsylvania law.

The Cameron County Departments page provides links to all county offices, including information on Right-to-Know requests.

Cameron County Background Check Records and Right-to-Know Law

Pennsylvania's Right-to-Know Law allows the public to request government records from state and local agencies. Cameron County has designated Open Records Officers who handle written requests. Requests must be submitted in writing and may use the standard form available from the Pennsylvania Office of Open Records. Agencies must respond within five business days of receiving a written request.

Copy fees under the Right-to-Know Law are typically $0.25 per page for standard copies. If a request is denied, you may appeal to the Pennsylvania Office of Open Records within 15 business days. Certain records are exempt from disclosure. These include active criminal investigation materials, records that would identify a confidential source, and records that could endanger public safety. Court records specifically held by the Clerk of Courts fall under judicial branch rules rather than the executive branch Right-to-Know Law process.

Note: Always direct court record requests to the Clerk of Courts and general government record requests to the county's Open Records Officer to avoid delays.

Cameron County Court Structure and Criminal Cases

Cameron County is part of Pennsylvania's 65th Judicial District. The Court of Common Pleas is the primary trial court. It handles felonies, serious misdemeanors, appeals, and certain civil matters. The District Attorney is Paul J. Malizia, who prosecutes criminal cases in the county.

Below the Court of Common Pleas, Magisterial District Courts handle preliminary hearings, summary offenses, DUI cases, traffic violations, and small civil claims up to $12,000. These courts are the first point of contact for most criminal matters. Preliminary hearings for felony cases take place in a Magisterial District Court before the case moves up to the Court of Common Pleas.

MDJ records are also searchable through the UJS Portal. Contact Cameron County Court Administration for the specific MDJ office locations and assignments in the county.

The Pennsylvania Judiciary Web Portal is the official starting point for online searches of Cameron County and statewide court records.

What Cameron County Criminal Records Include

Criminal records in Cameron County contain standard information found in court case files across Pennsylvania. A record typically includes the person's name, date of birth, and case identification numbers. It also shows the arresting agency, the date of arrest, and the charges filed. As the case moves through the court, the record reflects arraignment details, plea agreements, and hearing dates. The final entry covers the verdict and any sentence handed down, including fines, probation, or incarceration.

Pennsylvania's Criminal History Record Information Act, found at 18 Pa.C.S. Chapter 91, governs how these records are maintained and accessed. The law sets standards for what information can be shared and with whom. It also outlines how individuals can seek expungement of eligible records. Expungement petitions in Cameron County are filed with the Court of Common Pleas.

Records that are exempt from public disclosure include DNA records, records related to juveniles under 18, psychological or medical records, and sealed or expunged case files. Social security numbers and juror information are also withheld from public records.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Cameron and follow the same Pennsylvania records process.

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