What are Camden Public Records?
According to the New Jersey Open Public Records Act, Camden public records refers to information created and maintained by government entities as they perform official business.
These records can stored in various mediums like typed and written documents, electronic, pictures, maps, audio, and video files. Some records may be labeled as confidential or sealed by court order, these records will be exempted from public view. Records exempted from public view include:
- Medical examiners records
- Legislative documents and records
- Any records that are covered by the attorney-client privilege
- Trade secrets and proprietary information
- Victims of a crimes records(the victim alone may request their records)
- Any building plans, emergency or security procedures, and information whose release would jeopardize or endanger the building or the people within.
Camden Crime Statistics
The Camden Police Department is responsible for compiling monthly data and crime statistics and submitting them to the FBI uniform crime reporting database(UCR). This database is a collection of statistics from law enforcement agencies nationwide and helps track crime trends and judge the effectiveness of law enforcement strategies. According to the UCR data from 2019 and 2020, assaults increased by 13.9%. On the other hand, murder, rape, robbery, burglary, larceny, and vehicle theft reduced by 4%, 17.9%, 26.5%, 32.2%, 19.4%, and 31.7% respectively.
Are Camden’s criminal records public?
According to the New Jersey Open Public Records Act, not all Camden criminal records can be requested by the public. Criminal Record History requests for Camden City can be obtained from the New Jersey State Police (NJSP). These requests are restricted to individuals requesting their records, employers checking on prospective employees, and attorneys for use in a case. Full details for requesting a criminal history can be found on the criminal history page of the NJSP. Requesters may also call the Criminal Information Unit at (609) 882-2000 extension 2918 or email them at CIU@njsp.org
How to Obtain Police Reports and Arrest Records
Copies of Camden Public records like police reports and criminal records can be obtained by contacting the Camden County Sheriff Office and the Police Department. Accident reports can be obtained by calling the Sheriff’s Office, Bureau of Criminal Identification at (856) 225-7661.
All other reports can be obtained by calling the Special Services Unit, during the hours of 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday through Friday at (856) 850-5909. Records can also be requested by filling the records request available on the County Police Department website.
How to Find Sex Offender Information in Camden
Camden City Sex Offender information can be obtained by visiting the New Jersey sex offender registry page operated by the New Jersey State Police. Users may use the search tool provided to search for sex offenders by name, address, city, and other criteria.
How to Find Camden Inmate Records
The Camden County Corrections Department provides an automated inmate information system accessible by calling (609) 299-1694. The public can call this number and receive offender information and records. This includes details like the inmates’ identification number, bail status, housing location, visiting status, and other information.
How Do I Visit an inmate in Camden City Jail?
Camden City inmates are detained at the Camden County Detention Facility at 330 Federal Street, Camden NJ 08101. Visitation can be either video visitation using the VisitMe application or in person. All visits must be scheduled in advance using kiosks at the prison or online using the application and aIl visits scheduled will take place the following week. Visits and special long-distance visits can be scheduled by calling the visiting desk numbers at (856) 225-7618 or (856) 225-7689. Inmates are authorized to submit three people to be on their visitation list and these visitors may visit the inmate three times a week. Visitors should arrive at least 15 minutes before their visit time and video visitors must be logged in 15 minutes ahead of time as well. Full visit rules and schedule information can be found on the visiting section of the Camden corrections website.
Court Records
The Camden County Superior Court is responsible for providing access to Camden City court records. Members of the public can access civil, criminal, and other available records from the superior court. Records are also available online via the superior court’s website.
Locations of Courts in Camden
The names and locations of the courts in Camden are listed below:
Camden County Superior Court
Camden County Hall of Justice
101 South 5th Street,
Camden, NJ 08103
Phone: (856) 379-2200
Camden County Surrogate's Office
600 Market Street,
Camden, NJ 08102
Phone: (856) 225-7282
Camden City Municipal Court
520 Market Street,
P.O. Box 95120,
Camden, NJ 08101
Phone: (856) 757-7000
Fax: (856) 541-5326
Are Camden Court Records Public?
According to the New Jersey Open Public Records Act, most court records are open records with limited exception when a record is sealed. Some records may also be exempted from public view by law or by a court order.
Can you look up a Camden court case online?
Camden court records are accessible online via the public access portals provided on the New Jersey Courts website. Criminal case records and civil case court records can be looked up using their respective search portals. While using the online search platforms, confidential cases and any other cases that are exempt from public view will not appear in the search results.
How to Obtain Camden Civil Court Case Records
Camden City civil court records can be obtained from the Court Clerk of the Camden County Superior Court. The civil court records can be obtained by downloading the records request filling it and then returning the form by email to scco.mailbox@njcourts.gov. Requests can also be submitted online using the Judiciary Electronic Document Submission (JEDS) system. The civil case public portal on the New Jersey Courts website is another option for looking up and requesting civil court records online. Copes of civil court records cost $0.05 per page for letter-size pages and $0.07 for legal-size pages. Certification of the records will cost an extra $15. Payments using the online platforms can be done using credit and debit cards. The records will usually be returned to the email address put in the request unless a different return method was selected.
How to Obtain Camden Criminal Court Records
Camden City criminal records can be obtained from the Superior Court Clerks (SCCO) of the Camden County Superior Court or online facilities on the New Jersey Courts website. To request the criminal records from the SCCO, the requester will download the record request form, fill it and return it using the SCCO email scco.mailbox@njcourts.gov. The requester will be required to fill the SCCO as the processing center for the record and select a method of delivery. Criminal case records can also be obtained online using the criminal case public access portal found on the New Jersey courts website. Copies of the records cost $0.05 per page and $15 to certify the record. Payments on online platforms can be made using a valid credit or debit card.
What are Camden Vital Records?
Camden City vital records are the documents recording any life events that occur in the city. These events include births, deaths, marriages, and divorces. These records can be obtained from their custodians at the Camden City Clerk’s Office, the Camden County Superior Court, and the New Jersey Department of Health. These records are available for request in person and by mail from most custodians. Camden City Vital records may also be obtained online on the online request section of the website of the New Jersey Department of Health. Payments for online orders must be made with a valid credit or debit card.
Where and How to Obtain Camden Divorce Records
The family courts division and the Camden County Superior Court court clerk are responsible for hearing divorce cases and maintaining records for Camden City. To request a divorce judgment’s copy the requester must obtain the docket number for the divorce case by calling the Clerk’s Office at (609) 421-6100. The docket number can be found if the requester provides details like the parties to the divorce, the county it took place, and the year. The docket number is required to fill the records request form available online. The requester should select a preferred method for the record to be returned from the options on the form. The completed form can be emailed to the court clerk at scco.mailbox@njcourts.gov or brought in person to the Superior Court Clerk’s Office at the:
R.J. Hughes Justice Complex
Superior Court Clerk's Office(SCCO)
25 W. Market St.
Sixth Floor North Wing
Trenton, NJ 08611
The records cost $10 for a certified divorce certificate and a certified copy of the full judgment of divorce costs $25. Payments for in-person requests can be made in cash. Mailed requests can be paid by checks and money orders made payable to the Treasure-State of New Jersey.
Where and How to Get Marriage Records in Camden
Marriage records in Camden City and New Jersey are not considered public records and certified copies will only be issued to authorized persons such as:
- The individual on the records
- Parents, children, and grandchildren of the person on the record with proof of relationship(a birth certificate showing both names)
- Siblings with a long-form birth certificate showing a common parent
- Entitled individuals may authorize someone to collect the record on their behalf with a notarized delegation of authority form and a copy of their Identification.
The Camden City marriage records can be obtained from the City Clerk of Camden, Vital Statistics Office. To request the records, the requester needs to fill relevant parts of the application for certified vital records and return them in person or by mail to the:
Office of the City Clerk
Vital Statistics
520 Market Street
City Hall, Room 103
Camden, NJ 08101-5120
Phone: (856) 757-7087
(856) 757-7086
(856) 757-7085
Fax: (856) 757-0282
Requesters will be required to add a copy of an accepted identification and a self-addressed and stamped envelope to the mailed requests. Mailed requests are usually processed in 10 to 15 business days after they are received at the office. The certificates cost $20 for the first copy and $8 for additional copies of the records ordered at the same time. Payments can be made in checks and money orders made payable to the City of Camden.
Where and How to Find Camden Birth Records
Camden Birth records can be obtained from the Camden City Clerk, Vital Statistics Office, and the New Jersey Department of Health (NJDH), Office of Vital records. The records can be obtained in person, online, or by mail. Birth records in New Jersey are not considered public records and will only be released to authorized persons.
Obtaining Copies of Camden Birth Certificates
There are two types of Camden birth certificates available: certified authorized copy and record certifications. The certifications are on plain paper without a seal and marked as copies that cannot be used for any official business like establishing identities. Only authorized persons may receive a copy of the certified birth certificate. To request a birth certificate the requester will be required to provide the following:
- A complete certificate application form with the birth section filled out
- Copy of the proof of identity
- Proof of a relationship to the person on the record(if not the person requesting and if requesting the certified copies)
- The appropriates fees
- A marriage certificate if the name has changed after marriage
The listed items can be submitted or mailed to the City Clerks, vital statistics records at:
Office of the City Clerk
Vital Statistics
520 Market Street
City Hall, Room 103
Camden, NJ 08101-5120
Mailed requests should include a self-addressed and stamped envelope and the fee in money order or check payable to the City of Camden. The fee for the record from the Camden City Clerk is $20 for the first copy and $8 for any extra copies ordered at the same time.
To order from the New Jersey Department of Health, the completed non-genealogical application form can be submitted in person to the:
New Jersey Department of Health
Office of Vital Statistics and Registry
140 East Front Street
Trenton, NJ 08608
Mailed requests including the copy of valid identification and proof of relation should be mailed to the:
New Jersey Department of Health
Office of Vital Statistics and Registry
P.O. Box 370
Trenton, NJ 08635-0370
The cost of the birth records from the New Jersey Department of Health is $25 for a year-long search which includes a copy of the record. Any extra copy of the same record ordered at the same time will cost $2. Payment can be made in checks and money orders made payable to the Treasurer, State of New Jersey.
Where and How to Find Camden Death Records
Death records for Camden City can be obtained from the City Clerk and the Vital Statistic Office of the New Jersey Department of Health (NJDH). The death record can either be a certified copy or a certification which is information on a plain sheet of paper without a seal. Certified copies with the seal can be used for official business like establishing an identity but the certifications can not. To request death records from the NJDH, requesters are required to fill the death record section of the application form and submit by mail to the:
New Jersey Department of Health
Office of Vital Statistics and Registry
P.O. Box 370
Trenton, NJ 08635-0370
The completed application form may also be submitted in-person to:
New Jersey Department of Health
Office of Vital Statistics and Registry
140 East Front Street
Trenton, NJ 08608
The requesters will also be required to provide the following items or mail them with their request:
- A copy of a Valid identification
- Proof of relationship
- The appropriate fee in check or money order payable to The Treasurer, State of New Jersey.
The cost of the record is $25 which covers a one-year search and a copy of the required record. Any extra records ordered at the same time will cost $2 and extra searches will cost $1 per year searched.
Request from the City Clerk involves mailing the application form with Copies of identification by mail or in-person to the:
Office of the City Clerk
Vital Statistics
520 Market Street
City Hall, Room 103
Camden, NJ 08101-5120
Phone: (856) 757-7087
(856) 757-7086
(856) 757-7085
Fax: (856) 757-0282
The fee for the death certificate from the Cty Clerk is $20 for the first certificate and $8 for extra copies ordered at the same time. The payment can be made in cash for in-person requests and check and money orders payable to the City of Camden added to mailed requests.
