BERKS COUNTY · PUBLIC-RECORDS TRANSPARENCY GRADE
A
20/24
Berks County gets an A.
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Note: Statewide grade applies — no separate local grade yet computed for Berks County.
COMPUTED 2026-06-01 03:04 UTC · SCORE 20/24
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- → https://www.fbi.gov/wanted [LIVE · HTTP 206 · 2026-06-01 02:48 UTC]
- → https://www.uscourts.gov/ [LIVE · HTTP 206 · 2026-06-01 02:48 UTC]
- → https://www.bop.gov/inmateloc/ [LIVE · HTTP 200 · 2026-06-01 02:48 UTC]
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Active Pennsylvania cases from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (statewide feed). Refreshed every 6 hours.
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Recent Pennsylvania Court Cases
Most recent Pennsylvania court filings indexed across districts and counties.
| Docket | Parties | Indexed |
|---|---|---|
| BANKRUPTCY 26-10289 | Ronald J. Robertson, Jr. | 05/31/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 1:26-bk-01559 | William R Lawrence | 05/31/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-12365-pmm | Justice Joy Wallace | 05/31/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-12366-djb | Shirda Cheryl-Vern Hudson | 05/31/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-11909-pmm | Brooke E. Oels | 05/31/2026 |
| CIVIL 2:26-cv-03717 | WILLIAMS | 05/31/2026 |
| CIVIL 2:26-cv-03718 | PEREZ MONTIEL v. JAMISON et al | 05/31/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 1:26-bk-01214- | Matthew Wise | 05/31/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-12363-djb | Moneef Qahtan Salem Bin Break | 05/31/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-12362-amc | Christopher Colon-Burgos and Melissa L Colon | 05/31/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-11990-amc | Cynthia G Meler | 05/31/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-12364-djb | John Daly, VI | 05/31/2026 |
Cities in Berks County
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Cited Answers · Verified Sources
Common Questions
Answers verified against official agency websites and state statutes.
Where do I find a deed or property record in Temple?▼
Temple, PA (Berks County) deeds/property records: Berks County Recorder of Deeds (https://www.co.berks.pa.us/Dept/RecorderOfDeeds/) for recorded deeds, mortgages, liens — recording fees per 21 P.S. §444. Berks County Assessment Office (https://www.co.berks.pa.us/Dept/Assessment/) for parcel data, assessed values. Online land records via Berks County. Tax payment via Berks County Treasurer. Muhlenberg Township covers Temple area. PA Right-to-Know Law (65 P.S. §67.101). Reading Eagle (https://www.readingeagle.com/) for legal notices. Property fraud alert via county Recorder.
How can I view a specific criminal complaint in Pennsylvania?▼
To view a specific criminal complaint in Pennsylvania, use the PA Unified Judicial System portal at https://ujsportal.pacourts.us/ — free name and case-number search returns Court of Common Pleas, Magisterial District, and Pittsburgh/Philadelphia Municipal Court records. The criminal complaint document itself is filed at the Magisterial District Court (MDJ) where the case originated, then forwarded to the County Court of Common Pleas if held for court. Certified copies cost $1 per page plus $5 certification at the MDJ or Clerk of Courts. PA Right-to-Know Law (RTKL, 65 P.S. §67.101) governs disclosure. Sealed/expunged cases are excluded under 18 Pa.C.S. §9122. Sources: PA UJS (https://ujsportal.pacourts.us/), PA Courts (https://www.pacourts.us/).
What's the source for arrest records in Philadelphia?▼
Arrest records in Philadelphia, PA come primarily from the Philadelphia Police Department at 750 Race Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106 (215-686-3000). The PPD posts arrest data via OpenDataPhilly at https://www.opendataphilly.org/. The Philadelphia Department of Prisons inmate locator is at https://www.phila.gov/departments/philadelphia-department-of-prisons/. The PA State Police PATCH at https://epatch.pa.gov/ provides statewide criminal history for $22. Court charges tied to arrests appear at https://ujsportal.pacourts.us/ (PA Unified Judicial System). PA Right-to-Know Law (RTKL, 65 P.S. §67.101) makes adult arrest reports public; certain records may be exempt. Sources: PPD (https://www.phila.gov/departments/police/), UJS Portal (https://ujsportal.pacourts.us/).
What's the source for arrest records in Montgomery?▼
Arrest records in Montgomery County, PA come primarily from the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office at 2 East Airy Street, Norristown, PA 19401 (610-278-3331), which posts a current inmate roster at https://www.montcopa.org/sheriff. The Montgomery County District Attorney at https://www.montcopa.org/da publishes major-case arrest news. Local PDs (Norristown, Pottstown, Lower Merion, Abington, Cheltenham) handle municipal arrests. PA Right-to-Know Law (RTKL, 65 P.S. §67.101) makes adult arrest reports public; ongoing investigations may be exempt. Court charges tied to arrests appear at https://ujsportal.pacourts.us/. Sources: Montgomery County (https://www.montcopa.org/), UJS Portal (https://ujsportal.pacourts.us/).
How do I get a criminal background check in Pittsburgh?▼
To get a criminal background check in Pittsburgh, PA (Allegheny County), use the PA State Police PATCH (Pennsylvania Access To Criminal History) at https://epatch.pa.gov/. Name-based searches cost $22 and are delivered as a downloadable PDF, usually within minutes. For an FBI-level fingerprint check (required for school, healthcare, and child-care employment), use IdentoGO at https://www.identogo.com/services/live-scan-fingerprinting. The Pittsburgh Bureau of Police Records Section at 1203 Western Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15233 (412-323-7800) issues local police clearance letters. Court records are free at https://ujsportal.pacourts.us/. Pennsylvania Criminal History Record Information Act (CHRIA, 18 Pa.C.S. §9101) governs disclosure. Sources: PA SP PATCH (https://epatch.pa.gov/), Pittsburgh PD (https://pittsburghpa.gov/police/).
How can I find out if someone has an outstanding warrant in Pennsylvania?▼
To check if someone has an outstanding warrant in Pennsylvania, contact the local sheriff or police where the warrant was issued. The PA State Police hold the statewide CLEAN warrant database, restricted to law enforcement; individuals must check by phone with the issuing court or local agency. Many counties post most-wanted lists (e.g., Allegheny County at https://www.alleghenycounty.us/sheriff/, Philadelphia at https://www.phillypolice.com/, Montgomery at https://www.montgomerycountypa.gov/sheriff). Court bench warrants appear in the Pennsylvania Unified Judicial System portal at https://ujsportal.pacourts.us/. PA Right-to-Know Law (RTKL, 65 P.S. §67.101) governs disclosure. Sources: PA State Police (https://www.psp.pa.gov/), UJS Portal (https://ujsportal.pacourts.us/).
📊 Public Data Sources for Berks County, PA
Aggregated from federal agencies (DOJ, FBI, EPA, IRS, CFPB, HHS-OIG, FDIC, NPPES) and local arrest feeds. All sources public-domain.
📰 Recent Federal Law Enforcement News 8 items
Statewide (PA) — federal-news feed scoped to state
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🏥 Healthcare Providers (NPPES) 8
Statewide (PA) — no city filter applied
| Name | City |
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| ALFRED VASTA | HARLEYSVILLE |
| LAFAYETTE MANOR, INC | UNIONTOWN |
| TRACEY ROESING | JENKINTOWN |
| SUSAN DILLMUTH-MILLER | COPLAY |
| CONEMAUGH HEALTH INITIATIVES | JOHNSTOWN |
| CINDY JANESKY | LANCASTER |
| JENNIFER KEGEL | YORK |
| ARMANDO SCIULLO | GROVE CITY |
⛔ HHS-OIG Excluded Individuals 8
Statewide (PA) — no city filter applied
| Name | Type |
|---|---|
| ADVANCED HOME HEALTH CARE | 1128a1 |
| ADVANTAGE MEDICAL TRANSPORT, I | 1128a1 |
| ALLERGY & IMMUNO LAB | 1128b5 |
| ALPHA BETA MEDICAL SUPPLY | 1128b5 |
| ARAMINGO PHARMACY | 1128a1 |
| ARMOR DENTAL | 1128a1 |
| ASTRAMED PHYSICIAN PC | 1128b8 |
| BAL COR HEALTH SERVICES | 1128a1 |
🎗 IRS Tax-Exempt Nonprofits 8
Statewide (PA) — no city filter applied
| EIN | Organization |
|---|---|
| 010548049 | William & Jeanne Walsh Scholarship Fund Inc. |
| 010550458 | Stockdale Volunteer Fire Department |
| 010551997 | J Foundation Inc. |
| 010552737 | Covenant Mercies |
| 010557352 | Childrens Fellowship of India Inc. |
| 010557782 | Grace and Mercy Ministries |
| 010560081 | National Nurse-Led Care Consortium |
| 010560106 | Keystone Mothers of Twins Club Inc. |
🏦 FDIC-Insured Banks 1
| Bank | City |
|---|---|
| Fleetwood Bank | Fleetwood |
🏛️ Latest Government Feeds 12
Direct from PA state + federal sources · no aggregators
FBI Field Office
Pittsburgh Financial Advisor Sentenced to 27 Months in Prison and Ordered to Pay $4.7 Million in Restitution for Defrauding Investment Client
May 28, 2026
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Pittsburgh Financial Advisor Sentenced to 27 Months of Prison and Ordered to Pay $4.7 Million in Restitution for Defrauding Investment Client
May 28, 2026
doj_news
Berks County Man Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison for Fentanyl and Methamphetamine Trafficking
May 27, 2026
doj_news
Troy Rivetti Sworn in as United States Attorney for the Western District of Pennsylvania Following Appointment by U.S. District Court
May 27, 2026
FBI Field Office
Wilkinsburg Man Indicted for Threatening to Assault and Murder Law Enforcement Officers and Federal Officials Including U.S. President and Member of Congress
May 22, 2026
FBI National
FBI Dallas and the North Texas Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force Announce the Results of Operation Soteria Shield
May 29, 2026
Sources: state appellate courts, state AGs, DOJ, SEC, FTC, FDA, DOL, Federal Reserve, OCC, and more. Direct from .gov — never aggregated.
Recent News in Berks County
Public-safety and law-enforcement headlines relevant to this area.
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Police officer Kristen Yeager killed in crash in Earl Township, Berks County, Pennsylvania
Kristen Yeager, a Central Berks County police officer, was killed in a crash in Earl Township, Pennsylvania, on Friday night.
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Berks County police officer killed in crash while responding to call Friday night
A police officer died after a crash Friday night in Berks County, according to Pennsylvania State Police. The officer was identified as Kristen Yeager, 42, of Boyertown. In a press…
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Pottsville man suspected of DUI in Berks County crash that killed passenger
A 23-year-old man died after a suspected DUI crash early Saturday morning in Berks County, according to Pennsylvania State Police.Troopers said the crash happen ...
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Central Berks police officer Kristen Yeager killed in crash in Earl Township, Pennsylvania
Officer Kristen Yeager was en route to a call in her patrol vehicle when she crashed in Earl Township on Friday night.
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Pennsylvania police officer killed while responding to incident
A Pennsylvania police officer was declared deceased while responding to an incident early Saturday morning. Officer Kristen Yeager, of the Central Berks Regional Police Department,…
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2 parents in Berks County, Pennsylvania, accused of killing their 1-day-old baby while at the hospital
A couple is in jail on charges that they killed their 1-day-old baby boy at a West Reading, Pennsylvania, hospital.