Arrest records are public documents in Ewing, New Jersey, pursuant to the New Jersey Open Public Records Act (OPRA), N.J.S.A. 47:1A-1 et seq. This legislation establishes that government records shall be readily accessible for inspection, copying, or examination by citizens of New Jersey, with certain exceptions for confidentiality, privacy, and security concerns. The Township of Ewing maintains these records in accordance with state regulations to ensure transparency in law enforcement operations while balancing individual privacy considerations.
The public nature of arrest records serves multiple governmental and societal functions:
Certain information within arrest records may be redacted or restricted if disclosure would:
Members of the public seeking arrest records in Ewing Township have several authorized methods to obtain this information. The Township of Ewing maintains these records in compliance with N.J.S.A. 47:1A-5, which requires public agencies to provide prompt access to government records. Requestors may utilize the following official channels:
In-Person Requests Citizens may submit requests directly at the Ewing Police Department Records Bureau during regular business hours. Staff will assist with completing the necessary OPRA request forms and identifying specific records needed.
Ewing Police Department
2 Jake Garzio Drive
Ewing, NJ 08628
Phone: (609) 882-1313
Ewing Police Department Official Website
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Written Requests Standard OPRA request forms may be submitted via postal mail to the Records Custodian. Forms must include:
Online Access The Township of Ewing provides digital access to certain public records through its official portal. Users must:
Ewing Municipal Court
2 Jake Garzio Drive
Ewing, NJ 08628
Phone: (609) 883-2900
Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Arrest records maintained by the Ewing Township Police Department contain standardized information as prescribed by N.J.A.C. 13:74, which governs records management for law enforcement agencies. These documents serve as official accounts of arrests made within the jurisdiction and typically include the following components:
Biographical Information
Arrest Details
Case Processing Information
Additional Documentation
Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 47:1A-5(g), certain sensitive information may be redacted from publicly available arrest records, including social security numbers, driver's license numbers, and information that would compromise ongoing investigations or violate privacy rights of victims.
The expungement process in Ewing Township is governed by N.J.S.A. 2C:52-1 through 2C:52-32, which provides a legal mechanism for the removal of arrests, charges, and convictions from public access under specific circumstances. Expungement does not physically destroy records but restricts their accessibility to the general public.
Eligibility Criteria Individuals may petition for expungement of arrest records if:
Waiting Periods
Application Process The expungement procedure requires filing a petition with the Superior Court in Mercer County:
Mercer County Superior Court
400 South Warren Street
Trenton, NJ 08608
Phone: (609) 571-4200
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
The petition must include:
Effect of Expungement Upon granting of an expungement order: