GITNUX MARKETDATA REPORT 2024
Arrest Record Retention Period Statistics
The average length of time that arrest records are retained by law enforcement agencies is typically around 7-10 years, but can vary depending on the jurisdiction and type of offense.
In the following post, we will provide an overview of arrest record retention periods across various states and countries, shedding light on the varying policies and practices in place. From the UK to different states in the US, we will explore the durations for which arrest records are maintained, offering a comprehensive look at the legal frameworks dictating record retention. Understanding these differences is crucial for individuals seeking clarity on how long their arrest records may be stored by law enforcement agencies.
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"In the UK, the Police National Computer (PNC) retains arrest records until the individual is 100 years old."
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"In Ohio, arrest records are kept for 75 years in most cases."
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"In Arizona, arrest records are generally retained for 99 years unless court-ordered otherwise."
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"In New York, arrest records can be sealed or expunged in certain circumstances, but otherwise can be retained indefinitely."
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"Under Oregon law, arrest records are generally retained for 75 years."
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"In Pennsylvania, criminal history records, including arrest records, are maintained for the lifetime of the individual."
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"Arrest records in New Jersey are retained until the person reaches 99 years of age, according to State Bureau of Identification practices."
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"In Wisconsin, an individual's arrest record is kept indefinitely unless they successfully petition for expungement."
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"In Colorado, arrest records are retained indefinitely by law enforcement agencies."
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"South Carolina law states that arrest records are permanently retained unless they qualify for expungement."
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"Florida law mandates that arrest records are retained for 75 years."
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"In Michigan, arrest records are retained for 100 years or until the individual’s death, whichever comes first."
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"In Texas, the Department of Public Safety retains arrest records until the person reaches 99 years of age."
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"In California, arrest records can be retained indefinitely unless the individual is found factually innocent of the charges."
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"In Washington state, arrest records are managed by local law enforcement agencies and can be retained indefinitely."
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"In North Carolina, arrest records are retained permanently unless expunged under state law."
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"Under Georgia law, arrest records must be kept indefinitely unless subject to Georgia’s record restriction policies."
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"Arrest records in Louisiana are retained indefinitely unless expunged via court order."
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"In Illinois, arrest records are typically retained for 75 years unless subject to expungement."
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"In Virginia, arrest records are held for the individual’s lifetime unless expunged by a court order."
Jannik Lindner
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