Delaware Arrest Records
Start with the arresting police agency’s records unit or its public arrest log, then confirm custody in the state corrections locator if needed.
Find official Delaware arrest records or recent arrest information
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Official ways to get Delaware arrest and jail information
| Official Path | Best For | How to Access | What You May Find |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arrest report request (Delaware police agency) | Obtaining the official arrest record for a named person or incident | Contact the arresting agency’s records unit and request the arrest report with names/date if known | Arrest narrative, referred charges, booking/transport details; some details may be redacted |
| Police arrest log or blotter (state or local police) | Quick check of recent arrests without a full report | Search the arrest/blotter page for the relevant police department | Name, arrest date/time, basic charges, arresting agency |
| Official corrections locator (state Department of Correction) | Confirming custody status after an arrest | Use the state offender/inmate search to look up the person by name | Custody status, facility, inmate number; not the arrest report |
| Clerk follow-up for filed case details (Delaware courts) | Finding case numbers, filings, and court dates once charges are filed | Search court records or contact the clerk using a name and date of birth if available | Docket entries, charges filed, hearing dates; not the arrest narrative |
How to look up a Delaware arrest
Start with the arresting agency
Identify the police department that made the arrest and request the arrest report or check its public arrest log.
Verify custody
If you need to confirm jail status, use the state corrections locator to see if the person is currently in custody.
Check court filing
If charges were filed, use the clerk follow-up to pull docket details and upcoming court dates.
Delaware arrest record help
Which agency holds the arrest record in Delaware?
The arresting police department maintains the arrest report. Use its records unit or posted arrest log to start.
How can I quickly confirm someone was jailed after arrest?
Check the police arrest log first. If not listed or you need status, use the state corrections locator to verify custody.
Do I need a case number to request an arrest report?
No. Provide the person’s name and the arrest date, location, or incident number if known. A case number helps for court dockets.