Warrant records are public in Cumberland County, 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 to the public for inspection, examination, and copying, with certain statutory exceptions. Warrants, as judicial documents, fall within the category of public records maintained by county authorities.
The Cumberland County Superior Court maintains warrant information as part of its official court records. These documents become public once they are issued by a judge and entered into the court system. Members of the public may access these records to verify the status of individuals within the judicial system, supporting the principles of transparency in government operations.
Pursuant to OPRA guidelines, certain information within warrant records may be redacted if disclosure would compromise ongoing investigations or violate privacy protections established under N.J.S.A. 47:1A-1.1. However, basic warrant information remains accessible to ensure public oversight of judicial processes.
Warrant records maintained by Cumberland County authorities contain specific information as required by New Jersey Court Rule 3:3-1. Standard elements included in these official documents are:
Additional information may be included depending on the type of warrant (arrest, bench, search) and the specific circumstances of the case. All warrant records must comply with the documentation standards established by the Administrative Office of the Courts.
Cumberland County residents may verify warrant status through several no-cost methods established by county authorities. The following official channels provide free access to warrant information:
Cumberland County Sheriff's Office
115 Broad Street
Bridgeton, NJ 08302
Phone: (856) 451-4449
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Cumberland County Superior Court
60 West Broad Street
Bridgeton, NJ 08302
Phone: (856) 451-0100
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Public access terminals located in the courthouse lobby provide direct access to the New Jersey Judiciary's case search system
Municipal court records may be accessed through the Municipal Court Case Search portal
Individuals seeking warrant information must provide proper identification when making in-person inquiries. Remote searches require specific identifying information such as name, date of birth, and case numbers if available.
The Cumberland County Sheriff's Office is the primary agency responsible for executing warrants issued within the jurisdiction. Sheriff warrants are official court orders that authorize law enforcement to take specific actions against named individuals pursuant to N.J.S.A. 2A:10-8 and applicable court rules.
The Sheriff's Warrant Unit maintains records of:
The Sheriff's Office processes warrants through its Warrant Administration Division located at:
Cumberland County Sheriff's Office
115 Broad Street
Bridgeton, NJ 08302
Phone: (856) 451-4449
Official Website
Warrant execution is conducted according to protocols established in the New Jersey Attorney General's Guidelines on Law Enforcement Officer-Involved Use of Force Investigations. The Sheriff's Office coordinates with municipal police departments and the New Jersey State Police when executing high-risk warrants.
Cumberland County has implemented updated procedures for warrant verification effective January 1, 2025. Individuals may determine their warrant status through the following official channels:
The New Jersey Courts Electronic Filing and Case Management System provides 24-hour online access to warrant information
The Cumberland County Incarcerated Person Lookup Tool allows verification of warrant status for individuals currently in custody
Direct inquiry at the Records Division of the Cumberland County Sheriff's Office:
Cumberland County Sheriff's Records Division
115 Broad Street, Room 102
Bridgeton, NJ 08302
Phone: (856) 451-4449 ext. 25410
Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Written requests submitted to the Criminal Case Management Office:
Cumberland County Criminal Case Management
60 West Broad Street, 1st Floor
Bridgeton, NJ 08302
Phone: (856) 451-0100 ext. 54570
Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 2A:162-16, individuals with active warrants may be eligible for voluntary surrender programs that provide certain procedural advantages. The Cumberland County Prosecutor's Office administers this program and can provide guidance on the process.
Cumberland County maintains a centralized system for tracking outstanding warrants in accordance with N.J.S.A. 2B:6-1 et seq. Members of the public may conduct searches for outstanding warrants through several authorized channels:
The New Jersey Judiciary's public access portal provides searchable database access to warrant information
In-person requests can be submitted at:
Cumberland County Criminal Records Division
60 West Broad Street
Bridgeton, NJ 08302
Phone: (856) 451-0100
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Municipal court warrants can be verified through:
Cumberland County Municipal Court Administrator's Office
55 West Broad Street
Bridgeton, NJ 08302
Phone: (856) 455-8500
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
The Municipal Court Case Search system provides access to local warrants issued by municipal courts
When conducting a warrant search, requestors must provide the full legal name of the subject and, if possible, date of birth or other identifying information. Searches conducted on behalf of third parties may require additional documentation pursuant to OPRA regulations.