If you want to clear your record in Pennsylvania, one of the best first steps is getting your PATCH report.
What is a PATCH Report?
PATCH stands for “Pennsylvania Access to Criminal History”. The online version is called ePATCH (Electronic Pennsylvania Access to Criminal History). It is the official Pennsylvania system for checking criminal history through the State Police.
Why Your PATCH Report Matters
Your PATCH report is a copy of your Pennsylvania criminal history record. It can give you important details about your record such as the charge, the grade of the offense, the arrest date, the case outcome, and the docket number. These details are vital for determining whether you may qualify for record clearance, like sealing or expungement. Our eligibility tool pulls information from the court records. Occasionally there are missing details in the court records that a PATCH report can fill in that are vital to establishing eligibility for record clearance
The good news is that getting your report is usually simple and fast. Below, we will walk you through the process step by step.
What You Need Before You Start
Before you go to the ePATCH website, make sure you have a few basic things ready.
Information to Have Ready
You will need:
- your full legal name
- your date of birth
- a working email address
- a payment method for the state fee*
*standard requests are processed for $22 as of December 2017 with no announcement to increase price as of April 2026.
How to Get Your PATCH Report
Here are 5 simple steps to follow to get your ePATCH in your hands:
Step 1: Go to the Official ePATCH Website
Start on Pennsylvania’s official ePATCH website. From the home page, you can begin a new record check request.
Step 2: Choose “New Record Check”
Look for the option that says “New Record Check” or “Submit a New Record Check.” This is how you start the process.
Step 3: Enter Your Personal Information
Next, enter your personal details, including your name and date of birth.
Please double check the details you enter before proceeding, as incorrect information can cause the report to come back empty.
Step 4: Review, Submit, Pay
Before you submit your request, check your information one more time. Make sure your name, birth date, and contact details are correct.
Then submit the request and pay the fee.
Step 5: Save or Download Your Report
Many ePATCH results are ready within a few days. Some requests can take longer if the system needs more review.
When your report is ready, save it right away. Download a copy and keep it in a safe place. That way, you can review it later or share it if you decide to get help understanding your record.
What To Do After You Get Your PATCH Report
Once you have your report, share it with our team at Rasa. This report will help us fill in gaps to ensure we can help you know your options as quickly as possible.
With the details of an ePATCH report and the use of our eligibility tool, we can help you understand what may qualify for sealing or expungement under Pennsylvania law.