Most records are processed and maintained by the Records Clerk electronically. The Records Division is responsible for recording, storing, retrieving, disposing and disseminating records. These include:
Arrests
Criminal or General Investigations
Domestic Violence Reports
DWIs
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Photo CD
Pistol Permits
Sex Offender Registry and information
Traffic Tickets
Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA) Reports
Anything before 10/5/2018 - You are required to FOIL this information using one of the following methods: email [email protected] or print this form and bring into the Sheriff's Office.
10/5/2018 to Present - You can request an accident report through:
Criminal Reports/Complaints
Access to criminal or general investigation reports/complaints maintained by the Yates County Sheriff’s Office will be in accordance with provisions of the Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) as set forth in Article 6 of the New York State Public Officers Law. The charge is $0.25 for each copy made. Learn more about FOIL in our FAQ section or submit a request here (PDF).
Record Check
A local criminal history check of convictions that are the result of an arrest made by the Yates County Sheriff or commitment by a Yates County Criminal Court. The charge is $0.25 per sheet found.