Find Criminal Records in Severn

Severn criminal records are managed by Anne Arundel County, which handles all court filings, police reports, and public records requests for this unincorporated community. Both online and in-person options are available, and the county police offer a dedicated online PIA request portal that makes it easy to submit records requests from home.

Anne Arundel County and Severn Criminal Records

Severn is an unincorporated community in Anne Arundel County. It has no city government, no city court, and no dedicated municipal police. All criminal cases tied to Severn addresses go through Anne Arundel County courts. The Circuit Court is in Annapolis, and a District Court is located in Glen Burnie, which is the closest District Court to Severn.

Anne Arundel County Circuit Court is located at 8 Church Circle, Annapolis, MD 21401. The general phone is 410-222-1397. For criminal division matters specifically, call 410-222-1420. The court accepts cash, check, or money order at the counter when paying for copies.

The District Court nearest Severn is in Glen Burnie at 7500 Ritchie Highway, Glen Burnie, MD 21061. The number there is 410-260-1800. District Court handles misdemeanor cases and traffic violations, while Circuit Court handles felonies and serious charges.

Online Case Search for Severn Criminal Records

The Maryland Judiciary Case Search at casesearch.courts.state.md.us is the main free tool. It covers Anne Arundel County records back to 1989. Search by name and select Anne Arundel County as the jurisdiction. The tool is free and open to the public 24 hours a day.

Since December 2021, exact name matching is the default. Add a percent sign (%) to the name for a wider search. The site shows case numbers, charges, filing dates, and outcomes for public cases. The Anne Arundel Records portal also provides access to county-specific records information and search options.

After 2024 law changes, dismissed cases and acquittals no longer show in public Case Search. Stet dockets are hidden three years after they are entered. These changes mean some older cases that ended without conviction may not appear even if they are on record elsewhere in the system.

Anne Arundel County Police Department Records

The Anne Arundel County Police Department (AACPD) is the law enforcement agency for Severn. The department runs a Central Records Section that processes all public records requests. The Central Records address is 8495 Veterans Highway, Millersville, MD 21108. Call 410-222-8750 to reach the unit. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

The county offers an online PIA (Public Information Act) request portal, which is the fastest way to submit a records request. Go to aacounty.org/pia?requestType=POL to file online. Select the police department record type, fill out the form, and submit. You will get a confirmation and can track the status of your request online.

If you prefer to mail your request, send it to the Central Records address in Millersville. Include your name, contact information, a description of the incident, and the date and location. Processing times vary. More information about the department is at aacounty.org/police-department.

The Anne Arundel County Police Department serves Severn and handles all law enforcement records requests through its Central Records Section.

The online PIA request portal at Anne Arundel County lets you submit police records requests from anywhere without visiting the records office in person.

What Severn Criminal Records Show

Public criminal court records in Maryland include the charge, case number, filing date, court dates, and final disposition. Conviction records include sentencing. These are held by the court clerk and are searchable online or at the courthouse.

Police records are separate from court records. They include incident reports, arrest reports, and investigation files. Requesting police records means going to the police department -- not the court. Some police records may be withheld under Maryland Public Information Act exemptions if they relate to an active investigation or involve personal identifying data that is protected by law.

Juvenile records in Maryland are sealed. Expunged or shielded records do not appear in public searches. Dismissed and acquitted charges were removed from public case search after the 2024 law changes.

Fees for Criminal Records

Online case search through the Maryland Judiciary is free. Printed copies from the court clerk cost $0.50 per page. Certified document copies are $5.00 each. These fees apply at the Anne Arundel County Circuit Court in Annapolis. Cash, check, or money order accepted at the counter.

Police report fees from AACPD vary depending on the request. Contact the Central Records Section at 410-222-8750 or use the online PIA portal for current fee details.

CJIS Background Checks

Maryland's CJIS unit offers statewide criminal history reports through the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services. A Maryland state check costs $18. An FBI federal check adds another $20 to $27 on top of that. CJIS data goes beyond what the public case search shows and is often required for professional licensing, volunteer screening, or legal proceedings.

Reach CJIS at 410-764-4501 or toll-free 1-888-795-0011. Email cjis.customerservice@maryland.gov. Full details and forms are at the CJIS background check page.

Expungement and Shielding

Severn residents can file for expungement or shielding through the Anne Arundel County Circuit Court in Annapolis. Expungement removes a record entirely from public view. Shielding restricts access to courts and law enforcement only. The fee to file is $30, waived if the case ended in acquittal.

Eligibility depends on the charge type and how the case resolved. Nonviolent offenses where the person completed their sentence may qualify. Certain serious and repeat offenses do not. Maryland Legal Aid provides free help for those who qualify.

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