Warren County Civil Court Records Search
Warren County civil court records are filed at the County Clerk's office near Lake George. You can search for civil case filings, judgments, and other court documents through state online tools or by going to the courthouse in person. The 4th Judicial District covers Warren County. Records at the clerk's office date back to 1813. The Supreme Court and County Court both handle civil cases here. Online search tools let you look up cases from home, and the Glens Falls City Court also handles some civil matters in the county. Getting copies or tracking an active case can be done by phone, mail, or at the counter.
Warren County Overview
Warren County Clerk and Court Records
The Warren County Clerk is the Clerk of the Supreme Court and County Court. The office sits at 1340 State Route 9 in Lake George. It keeps all civil court filings, land records from 1813, and business certificates. Public search terminals are open for walk-in use.
Warren County civil court records cover Supreme Court cases with no dollar limit and County Court matters up to $25,000. The Glens Falls City Court also sits in the county and handles smaller civil claims. Under Judiciary Law Section 255, the clerk must search files and make copies when you ask and pay. Copy fees are $0.65 per page. Name searches cost $5 for each two-year span. The office hours run Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. E-filing through NYSCEF is now required for most Supreme Court civil case types, which means newer filings are available online.
| Office | Warren County Clerk |
|---|---|
| Address |
1340 State Route 9 Lake George, NY 12845 |
| Phone | (518) 761-6429 |
| Hours | Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
How to Search Warren County Civil Cases
Use WebCivil Supreme to search Warren County civil court records online. It is free. You can search by party name, case number, or attorney. The system shows both active and closed cases with docket entries and party details.
The Warren County IQS portal covers land records and some court filings from 1813 to the present. You can search by name and filter by date. Guest access is free for basic searches. Document images are available for many indexed records. If you need older records that are not online, the clerk's office can help you at the counter.
The 4th Judicial District page for Warren County lists the courts, contact info, and explains which civil matters each court handles. NYSCEF e-filed cases can be viewed online. For everything else, visit the clerk at the State Route 9 location.
Note: Warren County civil court records filed through NYSCEF are viewable free online, but certified copies require a trip to the clerk under CPLR Section 8019(f).
Warren County Court Records Tools
The New York State Unified Court System gives access to court records for all counties, including Warren County civil cases.
From this hub you can reach WebCivil Supreme, NYSCEF, and other search tools covering Warren County filings.
Warren County Civil Court Fees
Copy fees in Warren County are $0.65 per page under CPLR Section 8019(f). The minimum charge is $1.30. Certified copies add another $0.65 per page. A name search costs $5 per two-year period under CPLR Section 8020(g). The Warren County Clerk services page has full details.
Online viewing of civil court records is free. You pay only when you need hard copies or certified documents. Payment can be made at the counter in Lake George. Court transcripts follow the fee schedule under 22 NYCRR Section 108, running from $2.50 to $6.50 per page based on how fast you need them.
Civil Records Access in Warren County
Public access to Warren County civil court records is governed by Judiciary Law Section 255. The clerk must search and give copies. Docket books are open under Judiciary Law Section 255-b. Most civil records here are public.
Restricted records include matrimonial files sealed under Domestic Relations Law Section 235 for 100 years. The Warren County Surrogate's Court handles probate matters on its own. The Warren County Family Court keeps records confidential under Family Court Act Section 166. A judge can seal other records under 22 NYCRR Section 216.1 when there is good cause.
To request Warren County civil court records by mail, send a written letter to the County Clerk at 1340 State Route 9, Lake George, NY 12845. Include the case name or number, the type of document you need, and a check or money order for the fees. State whether you need plain or certified copies. The clerk sends copies back by mail. In-person requests at the Lake George office are usually done the same day. If you are not sure which court has the file, call (518) 761-6429 and staff can help you figure it out. Older records from 1813 may be on microfilm and take a bit more time to pull.
Cities in Warren County
Warren County includes Queensbury, Glens Falls, Lake George, Bolton, Chester, and other communities in the Adirondack region. All civil court cases for this area go through the Warren County courts. The Glens Falls City Court handles smaller civil claims for cases within its limits. No cities in the county meet the population threshold for a separate page, but civil matters for all Warren County residents go through the clerk's office at 1340 State Route 9 in Lake George.
Nearby Counties
These counties are next to Warren County. Check the address on your filing to find the right county.