Vermont Criminal Records
To begin, add a criminal record or view a list of
locations and
resources for Vermont criminal records.
How to Access Vermont Criminal Records
The Vermont Criminal Information Center (VCIC) acts as the central repository for the state’s criminal records. VCIC requires a request form be filled out and a $30 fee payable by certified check or money order. The request can be mailed in or presented in person with government-issued photo identification.
Who Has Rights to Access Vermont Criminal Records?
Vermont is an open-record state and will release criminal records to anyone requesting them. However, only law enforcement agencies and authorized employers can access complete criminal records that include non-public information.
Updating a Criminal Record with Inaccuracies
VCIC encourages individuals to review their criminal records for inaccuracies and to contact them with supporting documentation should you find an error.
If you are interested in accessing Vermont background checks and criminal records, take the following measures:
Step 1:
Download and save the Vermont Background Check Request Form to your computer.
Step 2:
Complete the request form and enclose a $30 fee payable by certified check or money order.
Step 3:
Mail the completed form, along with the fee and a self-addressed stamped envelope, to VCIC or drop it off in person at their office.
Should you require additional assistance, the Vermont Criminal Justice Services can help. Simply contact the department through the following means:
To access Vermont arrest records, you will need to contact the Department of Corrections Agency of Inmate Services. To make the search process easier, the Department allows you to search Vermont arrest records online using an inmate’s name.
If you have problems using the Inmate Locator or have other questions regarding Vermont arrest records, you can contact the Department of Corrections in one of the following ways: