240 Free Online Criminal Records from the Western States

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(This page's most recent update is September 2024)
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Another type of genealogy record that provides tremendous value is criminal records. Some of our ancestors, unfortunately, got into trouble with the law. Records were kept, from arrests through court cases to prison documents. More and more of these records are being digitized or transcribed and made available online.

Types of Records

Criminal court proceedings
Police reports
Prison and jail admission registers
Arrest records
Mug books
Pardon and discharge information
Hospital record books
Workhouse records

Types of Information

Name
Age
Birth date
Height
Weight
Complexion
Eye color
Hair color
Nationality
Occupation
Education
Habits (alcohol use)
Relations (parents living)
Date incarcerated
Court where charged
Recommitments
How and when discharged

Below are links to Free Online Criminal Record Collections for the states in the region.

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