DOC Number:
This is an identification number assigned by the department. This number is up to six characters long and is numeric. This is the primary means by which the department identifies offenders.

Date of Birth:
Please search Date of Birth using the format mm/dd/yyyy, e.g., 03/21/1940. Checking the check box will search the database 6 months prior to and 6 months beyond date entered.

Last Name, First Name:
In the First Name and Last Name fields, the search will return all matches whose names begin with the letters you type. For example, if you enter Mar, the search will also turn up Martin, Martinez, and so on (if it matches the other criteria you selected).

Do not hyphenate between two last names; run these names together. Offender's name on record is their arresting/prosecuted name and may not be their legal name.

Gender:
If unsure about this field it is best to select All. Gender criteria is a supplemental.