Search Burlington County Warrants

Burlington County warrant records are managed by the Sheriff's Office in Mt Holly. Sheriff James H. Kostoplis took office on January 1, 2023. He oversees a dedicated warrant unit and fugitive team that serves warrants across the county. Burlington County is the largest county by area in New Jersey. The county seat is Mt Holly. The Superior Court and Sheriff's Office both operate from the Rancocas Road government complex.

Burlington County Sheriff's Office Warrant Services

Sheriff James H. Kostoplis leads the Burlington County Sheriff's Office at 49 Rancocas Rd, Room G4, in Mt Holly. The main phone is (609) 265-5127. Undersheriffs Odise A. Carr and Manish Gautam support daily operations. The office handles all warrant service across Burlington County.

The Burlington County Sheriff's Office website provides details about the office and its divisions.

Chief Warrant Officer Joseph Wilk runs the warrant unit. Call (609) 265-5504 to reach the unit directly. The team tracks active warrants and coordinates service with local police departments throughout Burlington County. They handle arrest warrants, bench warrants, and fugitive apprehension.

The Fugitive Unit works with local, state, and federal agencies. They track down people with outstanding warrants who have fled Burlington County or New Jersey. This unit has strong ties with the U.S. Marshals Service and the New Jersey State Police. Their joint efforts lead to the arrest of many fugitives each year in Burlington County.

How to Search Warrant Records in Burlington County

Burlington County does not offer an online warrant search portal. You must contact the Sheriff's Office or Superior Court to check for active warrants. Call the warrant unit at (609) 265-5504. Staff can search by name and date of birth. You can also visit in person at 49 Rancocas Rd in Mt Holly.

The New Jersey eCourts public access system lets you search court case data statewide. This includes Burlington County cases. You can find docket numbers, hearing dates, and case status. The system does not show all active warrants, but it helps you find case details linked to Burlington County warrant records.

Bring a valid photo ID if you visit in person. The staff will search Burlington County warrant records and tell you what they find. Response times vary. Simple name checks are fast. More detailed record requests take longer. The warrant unit handles many requests each week.

Burlington County Superior Court Warrant Records

The Burlington County Superior Court is at 49 Rancocas Rd in Mt Holly. The Criminal Division phone is (609) 518-2600. Judges here issue all warrants for Burlington County. This includes arrest warrants based on probable cause and bench warrants for missed court dates.

Burlington County uses the Central Judicial Processing system for first appearances. When someone is arrested on a warrant, they go through CJP. A judge reviews the case and sets conditions of release. This process happens quickly, often within hours of arrest. CJP operates under rules set by the New Jersey Criminal Justice Reform Act.

Under N.J.S.A. Title 2C, judges must find probable cause before issuing an arrest warrant. The application goes to a judge who reviews the facts. If the judge agrees, the warrant is signed and entered into the system. Burlington County warrant records then go to the Sheriff's Office for service.

Note: Burlington County court records are accessible through the Clerk's Office at 50 Rancocas Rd, 3rd Floor, or by calling (609) 265-5122.

Burlington County Clerk and Record Fees

County Clerk Joanne Schwartz manages records at 50 Rancocas Rd, 3rd Floor in Mt Holly. Call (609) 265-5122 for help. The Clerk's Office handles many public records. Court-related documents including some warrant records may be available through this office.

The Burlington County Clerk's Office website lists services and contact details.

Burlington County charges standard copy fees. Letter-size pages cost $0.05 each. Legal-size pages cost $0.07 each. Certified copies have an additional $5 fee. Email delivery of records is free when available. The County Store at 1020 Briggs Rd in Mt Laurel offers passport services, notary, and some record services as well.

• Letter-size copies: $0.05 per page
• Legal-size copies: $0.07 per page
• Certified copy surcharge: $5.00
• Email delivery: Free

Burlington County Warrant Records and OPRA

The Open Public Records Act gives you the right to request government records in Burlington County. Under OPRA, you can ask for warrant records from the Sheriff's Office, the court, or the Clerk. File a written request with the records custodian at the office that holds the records you need.

Burlington County must respond within seven business days under N.J.S.A. 47:1A-5. They can grant access, deny the request, or ask for more time. Denied requests must include a specific legal basis. Some warrant records are exempt from disclosure. Active criminal cases, sealed records, and juvenile matters are protected under New Jersey law.

You can appeal a denial to the New Jersey Government Records Council. The appeal process is free. The GRC will review your case and issue a decision. Burlington County agencies must follow GRC rulings on public records access.

Legal Resources for Burlington County Warrants

If you have an active warrant in Burlington County, act fast. Contact a lawyer or turn yourself in at the Sheriff's Office. Voluntary surrender often results in better treatment by the court. The Burlington County Bar Association can refer you to a criminal defense attorney.

South Jersey Legal Services helps low-income residents of Burlington County with legal matters. The New Jersey Courts website has self-help tools and court forms. The State Bar referral line at 1-800-792-8315 offers a first consultation. These resources help Burlington County residents understand their rights when facing a warrant.

Note: Burlington County bench warrants can sometimes be recalled through a motion filed by your attorney without requiring you to be arrested first.

Cities in Burlington County

Burlington County covers a large area with many towns. All warrant records for these places are processed through the Burlington County Superior Court and served by the Sheriff's Office in Mt Holly.

Other municipalities in Burlington County include Mt Holly, Moorestown, Evesham, Mt Laurel, Willingboro, Bordentown, Medford, Pemberton, and Cinnaminson. Warrant records for all of these are handled by Burlington County courts.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Burlington County. Check the right county for your warrant search, since each county court system is separate.