Rockland County Court Records
The New York State Unified Court System defines court records as all papers like complaints and summons, judgments, or transcripts filed with the court in a case. The Rockland County Clerk maintains these records. The provisions on how court records are kept are available in the New York Court Rules. Access to court records helps to ensure transparency and accountability. Court records provide information on what transpired during a judicial proceeding, show how evidence was used, and explain why certain decisions were made regarding a case.
Are Court Records Public in Rockland County
Per the New York Freedom of Information Law (FOIL), court records are public records. Therefore, individuals can inspect or obtain copies of court records from any Rockland County record custodian's office. Note that some court records are closed and only available to a selected few, like case parties and attorneys of record. Examples of confidential court records are:
- Matrimonial actions
- Adoption proceedings
- Criminal history records
- Mental health records
- Records that identify jurors
- Family court proceedings
- Juror questionnaires and records
- Juvenile delinquency proceedings
- Grand jury reports or minutes
- Involuntary commitment proceedings
- Sex offender registration information
- Alcohol and drug treatment records
- Criminal court sex offender registry forms
- Probation reports and pre-sentence memoranda
- Civil commitment proceedings under mental hygiene law
- Court Records that might identify the victim in sex offense cases
Where to Conduct a Rockland County Case Lookup
Individuals can conduct a case lookup at any Rockland County Courthouse because court records are public information. These records are typically generated during court proceedings. Court records are available at the following record custodian offices:
- Rockland County Court
- Rockland County Town Courts
- Rockland County Family Court
- Rockland County Supreme Court
- Rockland County Village Courts
- Rockland County Surrogate's Court
How to Conduct a Rockland County Case Records Search
Record seekers can search and view court records online through the New York State Courts Electronic Filing (NYSCEF) or eCourt portals. To access court records through the NYSCEF, individuals can either create an account or search as a guest. A search can be conducted by case number or name. The user can also select the New Cases tab to search for new cases filed electronically on a selected date. The eCourt portal allows access to future appearance dates for cases in Criminal and Family Courts and active and disposed of cases in the Civil Supreme Court.
Alternatively, requesters can visit the Rockland County Clerk’s office to access court documents recorded within the last six years. However, court documents recorded over six years can be accessed at the Rockland County Archives Building. Inquiries on court record location can be directed to (845) 638-5094. Upon getting to the Rockland County Clerk’s office or Archives Building, in-person requesters must fill out a "File Request Card". Copies of court records cost $.50 per copy, and certified copies cost $1.25 per page, $5 minimum.
Rockland County Civil Court Case Records
Civil court case records are proceedings maintained by the Rockland County Clerk that do not involve criminal offenses. The Rockland County Court has limited jurisdiction in civil cases involving amounts not exceeding $25,000. Rockland County civil records can be viewed online through the WebCivil Supreme portal. Requesters can conduct a search by index number, party name, attorney/firm name, justice, or document. Requesters can also view or obtain copies of civil court records at the courthouse during normal office hours (Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.). A case number or party name will be required to facilitate the search.
Rockland County Criminal Court Case Records
Criminal court case records contain information about individuals who have violated state or county laws. The Rockland County Court handles felony cases whose punishment may include imprisonment that exceeds one year. Requests for criminal court records can be made online or in person at the courthouse. Online requests can be made through the WebCriminal portal. The search parameters are by case number or party name.
How to Get Court Records Online for Free
The best way to get court records online for free is to visit the Rockland County Courts website. Upon getting to the site, click “E-COURTS” at the top bar, which leads to several search tools that can be used to get court records. These search tools are:
- WebCivil Supreme
- WebCriminal
- WebFamily
The search criteria for each tool differ. However, a search can be conducted by party name, index number, attorney/firm name or judge/justice, case number, and file or docket number. A list of cases related to the search will appear. Click on any resulting index or case number to view the court record.
Courts in Rockland County
Below are the addresses of all the courts in Rockland County:
Rockland County Court
1 South Main Street
Rockland County Courthouse
New City, NY 10956
Phone: (845) 483-8300
Rockland County Town Courts
Clarkstown Town Court
20 Maple Avenue
New City, NY 10956-5099
Phone: (845) 639-5960
Haverstraw Town Court
One Rosman Road
Garnerville, NY 10923-2198
Phone: (845) 947-0020
Orangetown Town Court
26 West Orangeburg Road
Town Hall
Orangeburg, NY 10962
Phone: (845) 359-5100
Ramapo Town Court
237 Route 59
Suffern, NY 10901-5399
Phone: (845) 357-5100
Stony Point Town Court
6 Patriot Hills Drive
Stony Point, NY 10980-1798
Phone: (845) 786-2506
Rockland County Village Courts
Airmont Village Court
251 Cherry Lane
P.O. Box 578
Tallman, NY 10982-0578
Phone: (845) 357-3980
Chestnut Ridge Village Court
277 Old Nyack Turnpike
Chestnut Ridge, NY 10977-5306
Phone: (845) 425-3108
Grand View-on-Hudson Village Court
151 River Road
Grand View, NY 10960
Phone: (845) 358-5078
Haverstraw Village Court
40 New Main Street
Haverstraw, NY 10927
Phone: (845) 947-4063
Hillburn Village Court
31 Mountain Avenue
Hillburn, NY 10931-0976
Phone: (845) 357-2036
Montebello Village Court
1 Montebello Rd
Montebello, NY 10901-3901
Phone: (845) 368-2211
New Square Village Court
37 Reagan Road
New Square, NY 10977
Phone: (845) 354-5778
Nyack Village Court
9 North Broadway
Nyack, NY 10960-2695
Phone: (845) 358-4464
Piermont Village Court
478 Piermont Avenue
Piermont, NY 10968
Phone: (845) 359-0345
Sloatsburg Village Court
96 Orange Turnpike
Sloatsburg, NY 10974-1996
Phone: (845) 753-5506
Spring Valley Village Court
200 North Main Street
Spring Valley, NY 10977-4100
Phone: (845) 352-1100
Suffern Village Court
61 Washington Avenue
Suffern, NY 10901
Phone: (845) 357-6424
Wesley Hills Village Court
432 Route 306
Wesley Hills, NY 10952-1221
Phone: (845) 354-0404
West Haverstraw Village Court
130 Samsondale Avenue
Attention: Justice Court
West Haverstraw, NY 10993
Phone: (845) 947-1013
