Warrant Search in New York City (5 boroughs), New York
New York City Sheriff's Office (NYC Dept. of Finance)
Official Sheriff site for contact
Official Resource
Access the official New York City (5 boroughs) warrant and court record search portal.
Search →Phone: (718) 579-2820
What This Resource Provides
No dedicated pre-arrest warrant search tool confirmed. Replaced NYC inmatelookup (jail roster tool) with the official NYC Sheriff's Office page/phone per directory policy (no inmate/jail links).
Alternative Resources
While New York City (5 boroughs) does not offer online search, these statewide or nearby resources may help:
Nearby Jurisdictions
About New York City (5 boroughs) Warrant Search
A New York City (5 boroughs) warrant search helps you find active arrest warrants and bench warrants in New York City (5 boroughs), New York. The New York City Sheriff's Office (NYC Dept. of Finance) maintains records of warrants issued in New York City (5 boroughs).
How to Check for Warrants in New York City (5 boroughs)
To check for warrants in New York City (5 boroughs), contact the New York City Sheriff's Office (NYC Dept. of Finance) directly at (718) 579-2820. Ask about active warrants, arrest warrants, and bench warrants. You will typically need the person's full name.
What is a New York City (5 boroughs) Arrest Warrant?
An arrest warrant in New York City (5 boroughs) is issued by a judge when law enforcement has probable cause to believe someone committed a crime. An active arrest warrant means the person can be legally arrested by law enforcement officers.
What is a New York City (5 boroughs) Bench Warrant?
A bench warrant in New York City (5 boroughs) is issued when someone fails to appear in court. Bench warrants are different from arrest warrants and are issued from the judge's bench. Use our warrant search to check for bench warrants in New York City (5 boroughs).