Search Orange County Civil Court Records

Orange County civil court records are maintained by the County Clerk in Goshen. The Clerk serves as the filing clerk for the Supreme Court and County Court within the 9th Judicial District. You can search for civil cases online or visit the courthouse at 255 Main Street. Orange County has court and land records dating back to the 1700s, and many are indexed for online searching. The county includes several towns and villages with their own local courts, but all Supreme Court civil filings go through the County Clerk. This guide covers how to find civil court records, what fees apply, and where to go for copies.

Orange County Clerk Office

The Orange County Clerk keeps all civil court records for the county. The office maintains land records from the 1700s, court filings, business certificates, and notary documents. Online records are available through the SearchIQS portal. Public search terminals are at the Clerk's office in Goshen for walk-in use.

E-filing is mandatory for most Supreme Court civil case types in Orange County. The Orange County Clerk services page lists all available services. Copy fees are $0.65 per page. The name search fee is $5 per name per two-year period. These are standard fees set by CPLR Section 8018. The office is open weekdays from 9 AM to 5 PM.

How to Find Orange County Civil Cases

The state's WebCivil Supreme is the best free tool for searching Orange County civil court records online. Select Orange County, enter a party name or case number, and check the results. The system shows docket entries, party names, and case status for Supreme Court filings.

The SearchIQS portal for Orange County indexes deeds, mortgages, and court records from the early 1700s to the present. Free guest access covers basic searches. Subscription accounts offer document images and expanded search tools. This portal is useful for attorneys, title companies, and anyone doing property research in Orange County. For general guidance, the CourtHelp page on getting court records explains how to request files and what fees to expect.

The screenshot below shows the Court-PASS system from the NYS court system, another tool for accessing court records.

Court-PASS provides access to Court of Appeals records and decisions that may relate to civil cases originally filed in Orange County.

Orange County Civil Court Structure

Orange County sits in the 9th Judicial District, which also includes Westchester, Rockland, Putnam, and Dutchess counties. The Supreme Court at 285 Main Street in Goshen has unlimited civil jurisdiction. Phone: (845) 291-3100. It handles personal injury cases, commercial disputes, real estate claims, and matrimonial actions. Under Judiciary Law Section 140-b, the Supreme Court can hear any type of civil matter. E-filing through NYSCEF is required for most case types, so many records are accessible online.

The Family Court at 285 Main Street covers custody and support. Phone: (845) 291-3105. Those records are confidential under Family Court Act Section 166. The Surrogate's Court handles probate and estates. Phone: (845) 291-3110. Probate records date back to the county's earliest days. Estate cases are searchable through the WebSurrogate portal.

Orange County Court Record Fees

Standard state fees apply for civil court records in Orange County. Plain copies are $0.65 per page. Name searches cost $5 per name for every two-year period. Certified copies have higher charges that depend on the document type. Under Judiciary Law Section 255, the Clerk must supply copies of public court records on request.

You can view records at the Clerk's office for free during business hours. If you cannot visit in person, send a written request with payment to the Orange County Clerk at 255 Main Street, Goshen, NY 10924. Include as much detail as you can about the case so staff can find the right file.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Orange County. Check the correct county for your civil case if you live near the border.