Criminal Statistics
The Connecticut Department of Public Safety collates annual crime statistical data of the state for the National Incident-Based Reporting System of the FBI. According to the 2017 report, Windham County law enforcement agencies recorded a net total of 960 index crime offenses in the 12-month span. Of all the crimes reported, incidents of burglary and larceny were the most predominant, constituting 55% and 23% of the total reports made. Motor vehicle theft was recorded to be the third most reported offense, while aggravated assault and rape were the fourth and fifth most recorded offenses respectively. Ultimately, the least reported index crimes were robbery and arson, which, combined, accounted for only 3% of the total index crimes.
Criminal Records
While the Windham County law enforcement agencies provide security-related services to county residents, the Connecticut Department of Public Safety maintains the central repository of criminal history information of the state. As such, the department processes statewide queries for criminal records and background checks including requests from Windham county.
How to Get Criminal Records
The criminal records available through the Records Unit of the state DPS typically encompasses arrest information, misdemeanor, and felony charges as well as details of convictions and dispositions all within the state. All criminal record requests can be made by downloading and completing the Criminal History Record Request Form. The application must legibly indicate the full name, date of birth and social security number of the subject, and be enclosed along with a cheque or money order payment of $75.
For fingerprint-based checks, the requestor must schedule a fingerprinting session at any Connecticut State Police location, which will cost an additional $15. In this case, the request form must be accompanied by a fingerprint card and the same payment. All requests must be submitted in person or via mail to:
DESPP-SPBI
1111 Country Club Road
Middletown, CT 06457-2389
How to Find Sex Offender Information
All information concerning sex offenders resident in Windham County can be found on the Connecticut State Sex Offender Registry. The registry features details of offender addresses, compliance status, unique identifiers, and past conviction information. County residents may search the registry by offender name, address, or by their proximity to specific locations within the county. To stay updated regarding sex-offender related information, interested persons may opt to Register for Email Alerts on the registry in order to receive electronic notifications to this effect.
Where and How to Get Inmate Information
Information regarding persons incarcerated in Windham county is housed on the Connecticut Corrections Offender Information Tool. Detainee-specific information such as their facility location, arrest and booking date, primary charges, bail or bond information and any pending court dates. Inmates may be searched by DOC number, first/last name or their date of birth.
Jail Information
All other information pertaining to the facility, inmate welfare, and commissary, visitation and contact information can be viewed on the Facilities Page or obtained by querying Corrections staff at (860) 692-6800.
Court Records
Where and How to Get Court Records
Windham County court records are generally maintained by the specific court where the case was heard. In compliance with state laws, interested persons may obtain copies of these records by querying the specific courthouse where the case was filed, or the judgment was delivered.
Typically, the requesting party will be required to provide information regarding the record of interest, such as the date the case was filed, the names of the plaintiff, defendant, witnesses, and litigants as well as the case file number of the record (if known). Requestors will also be charged standard research and copy fees depending on the record requested. (See ‘Location of County Courts’ below for courthouse addresses and contact information)
Location of All Courts in County
Listed below are the addresses and contact information of all the courthouses in Windham County, Connecticut:
Geographical Area 11 at Danielson
120 School Street,
Danielson, CT 06239
Phone: (860) 779-8480
Fax: (860) 779-8488
Phone: (860) 779-8484 (Small Claims)
Juvenile Matters at Willimantic
81 Columbia Avenue,
Willimantic, CT 06226
Phone: (860) 456-5700
Fax: (860) 456-5702
Windham Judicial District at Danielson
120 School Street,
Danielson, CT 06239
Phone: (860) 779-8480
Fax: (860) 779-8488
Windham Judicial District at Putnam
155 Church Street,
Putnam, CT 06260
Phone: (860) 928-7749
Fax: (860) 928-7076
Windham Judicial District at Willimantic
108 Valley Street,
Willimantic, CT 06226
Phone: (860) 423-8491
Fax: (860) 423-3749
Northeast Probate Court
Probate District 26
508 Pomfret Street,
P.O. Box 471,
Putnam, CT 06260
Phone: (860) 928-4844
Fax: (860) 928-4766
Northeast Regional Children's Probate Court
Probate District 59
979 Main Street,
P.O. Box 34,
Willimantic, CT 06226
Phone: (860) 450-2653
Fax: (860) 450-2657
Plainfield - Killingly Probate Court
Probate District 27
Plainfield Town Hall,
8 Community Avenue,
Plainfield, CT 06374
Phone: (860) 230-3031
Fax: (860) 564-0126
Windham - Colchester Probate Court
Probate District 28
Town Hall, 979 Main Street,
P.O. Box 34,
Willimantic, CT 06226
Phone: (860) 465-3049
Fax: (860) 465-2162
Vital Records
The State Vital Records Office is managed by the Connecticut Department of Public Health and is tasked with maintaining and disseminating records of vital events that occurred in the state of Connecticut including Windham county. As per state laws, the eligibility requirements for accessing these records vary with the records, but the office will process requests for all birth, death, marriage. Divorce records, on the other hand, can be obtained from the office of the Clerk of the issuing court. Essentially most Windham County vital record requests may be made to the state Vital Records office.
Where and How to Get Divorce Records
Windham County divorces are typically granted by the county Superior Courts, and all records are maintained by the office of the Court Clerk of the courts.
To obtain a divorce record, requestors are advised to confirm the issuing court and query the office of its clerk in person or via mail. The requesting party will be required to provide information regarding the divorce such as - the names of the former spouses, the place and date of the divorce and the case file number of the record if known.
(See ‘Location of County Courts’ above for courthouse addresses and contact information)
Where and How to Get Marriage Records
The Vital Records Office of the Connecticut DPH issues marriage licenses to intending couples within the state and retains records of marriages licensed within its jurisdiction.
Interested persons may request copies of marriage records by downloading and complete the Marriage Request Form. The application must legibly state the full names of the spouses before marriage as well as the date of the marriage and the requestor's contact information.
Requests must be accompanied by a cheque or money order payment of $20 and sent to:
Connecticut Department of Public Health
Vital Records Section
Customer Services, MS # 11 VRS
P.O. Box 340308
Hartford, CT 06134-0308
Where and How to Get Birth and Death Records
Requests for birth and death records are processed by the Vital Records Section of the state DPH.
In compliance with state laws, birth records are only accessible to persons who can prove tangible interest in the record, i.e. the subject of the record, their direct relatives, or legally authorized personnel. On the other hand, death certificates are public record and can be obtained by interested members of the public.
Interested and eligible persons may request these records by completing the Birth Certificate Request Form or Death Certificate Request Form. The completed application must be notarized and submitted along with the indicated fees and ID requirements to:
Connecticut Department of Public Health
Vital Records Section
Customer Services, MS # 11 VRS
P.O. Box 340308
Hartford, CT 06134-0308
In addition to government agencies, county public records may also be obtained from third-party websites. These non-government platforms come with intuitive tools that allow for expansive searches. Record seekers may either opt to use these tools to search for a specific record or multiple records. Users are able to search third-party websites remotely for multiple records at a time with just the name of the record subject and their last known location, including the city, county, or state. Third-party sites are not sponsored by government agencies. Because of this, record availability and results may vary.
