Rockland County Civil Court Records
Rockland County civil court records are managed by the County Clerk at 1 South Main Street in New City. The clerk keeps files for Supreme Court and County Court cases going back to 1798. You can search for civil cases through WebCivil Supreme online or visit the courthouse to use public access terminals. For e-filed cases, the NYSCEF system lets you view documents from home. Rockland County sits in the 9th Judicial District and covers towns like Clarkstown, Ramapo, and Orangetown. If you need to find a civil case, pull copies, or check on a judgment, this page covers how to do it.
Rockland County Overview
Rockland County Clerk and Civil Records
The Rockland County Clerk serves as Clerk of the Supreme and County Courts. The office sits at 1 South Main Street in New City. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Call (845) 638-5070 for general questions.
The clerk keeps land records from 1798, civil court records, business certificates, and notary filings. Under Judiciary Law Section 255, the clerk must search files and give copies to anyone who asks and pays the fees. Public search terminals are set up at the office so you can look through records on your own. The staff can also pull files for you if you know the case name or number.
E-filing through NYSCEF is required for most Supreme Court case types in Rockland County. Newer cases are in the electronic system. Older files are on paper at the clerk's office.
| Office | Rockland County Clerk |
|---|---|
| Address |
1 South Main Street New City, NY 10956 |
| Phone | (845) 638-5070 |
| Hours | Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM |
Search Rockland County Civil Cases
The WebCivil Supreme portal is free and covers all Supreme Court civil cases in Rockland County. Search by name or index number. Results show parties, case type, and status. This tool runs around the clock.
Rockland County has its own records portal through SearchIQS. It covers deeds, mortgages, and court records from 1798 forward. Guest access is free for basic searches. Subscription accounts work well for lawyers and people who search often. The system has document images for many records.
The 9th Judicial District court page on the NYS courts site lists all contact info for Rockland County courts. The Supreme Court handles civil cases with no dollar limit. E-filing is required for most types. Court records are kept by the County Clerk and can be viewed through NYSCEF or at the office in New City.
Note: E-filed Rockland County civil court records can be viewed free on NYSCEF, but certified copies must come from the County Clerk under CPLR Section 8019(f).
Rockland County Court Record Fees
Copy fees at the Rockland County Clerk are $0.65 per page. Certified copies cost more. The Rockland County Clerk Services page has a full list of fees for all record types.
Under CPLR Section 8020(g), a records search costs five dollars per name for every two-year span. If you need to search a long time frame, the cost adds up fast. You can pay by certified check or money order to the Rockland County Clerk. The office may also take cards for in-person visits. Court transcripts have separate rates set by 22 NYCRR Section 108 and range from $2.50 to $6.50 per page based on turnaround time.
Civil Records Law in Rockland County
Access to Rockland County civil court records rests on Judiciary Law Section 255. Docket books stay open for public review under Judiciary Law Section 255-b. Most civil case files are available for anyone to view at the clerk's office.
Some records are not open. Matrimonial files are sealed under Domestic Relations Law Section 235 and stay sealed for 100 years. The Surrogate's Court handles probate matters. The Family Court records are private under Family Court Act Section 166. If a judge seals other records under 22 NYCRR Section 216.1, the reasons must be put in writing. E-filed records through NYSCEF follow the same access rules as paper files.
Rockland County Court System
The NY CourtHelp page at nycourts.gov explains how to get court records from any county in New York.
This guide covers the steps for getting civil court records, what fees to expect, and which records may be sealed or restricted in Rockland County and across the state.
Cities in Rockland County
Rockland County has several towns with their own town courts. All Supreme Court and County Court civil records go through the County Clerk in New City.
Town courts in Rockland County handle small claims and other local civil matters. County-level cases all go through the courthouse in New City.
Nearby Counties
These counties are near Rockland County. Check the address on your filing to make sure you search in the right county.