Vermont criminal records are administered by the Vermont Crime Information Center (VCIC) within the Department of Public Safety under 20 V.S.A. § 2056a. Name-based background checks run through vcic.vermont.gov; the Vermont sex-offender registry is published at communitynotification.com/cap_office_disclaimer.php?office=55260.
About Vermont Criminal Records
Vermont Criminal Records
Statewide Records
Criminal Histories
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Find information here from the Vermont Criminal Information Center on how to order criminal record checks in Vermont. Information on how to access records is offered at no charge, but Vermont charges a fee for each search.
Inmates in Vermont
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Search for Vermont inmates and offenders by name. Includes name, date of birth, site of incarceration, caseworker, and caseworker email address.
Federal Records
PACER U.S. District Court Records
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The Vermont U.S. District Court PACER system provides registered users access to Federal civil, criminal, and appeals court records for a small fee.
County Records
Superior Court Calendars
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Vermont Superior Courts criminal, civil, and family court calendars of upcoming cases. Search by date, county, and court.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a Vermont criminal background check?
Use the statewide criminal-history bureau for a name- or fingerprint-based check; see Statewide tab.
Are criminal records public in Vermont?
Conviction records are generally public. Arrest-only and juvenile records have restrictions.
How much does a criminal record check cost?
State name-based checks are typically $15–$30; fingerprint-based checks add an FBI fee.
Can I expunge a record?
Eligibility varies by offense and time elapsed. Consult the state expungement statute or an attorney.