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    Richmond County — coterminous with the borough of Staten Island — is New York City’s least densely populated borough but still manages a significant judicial caseload through several courts operating within the 13th Judicial District. The county’s court system includes Supreme Court (handling both civil and criminal matters), NYC Civil Court, NYC Criminal Court, Family Court, and Surrogate’s Court, spread across a handful of locations in the St. George and Castleton Avenue areas. This guide walks through the practical steps for finding, searching, and obtaining court records in Richmond County, including the offices responsible for each type of record, available online search tools, applicable fees, and the legal framework that determines which records are accessible to the public.

    Those seeking court records anywhere in New York State have access to a network of official resources — clerk’s offices, public access terminals at courthouses, and electronic databases maintained by the state judiciary. NewYorkCourts.us provides directory listings for courts statewide and links to case search portals that may help locate publicly available case information for Richmond County and other New York jurisdictions.

    How to Look Up a Court Case in Richmond County?

    Richmond County’s courts are part of the 13th Judicial District of the New York State Unified Court System. The Richmond County Clerk’s Office serves as the Clerk of the Supreme Court, the County Register, and the Commissioner of Jurors, making it the central repository for Supreme Court civil and criminal case files, land records, and business filings.

    Court Locations

    CourtAddressPhone
    Supreme Court — Civil & Criminal26 Central Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10301(718) 675-8700
    Supreme Court — Matrimonial Division18 Richmond Terrace, Staten Island, NY 10301(718) 675-8700
    NYC Criminal Court — Richmond County26 Central Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10301(718) 675-8558
    NYC Civil Court — Richmond County927 Castleton Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10310(718) 675-8455
    Family Court — Richmond County100 Richmond Terrace, Staten Island, NY 10301(718) 675-8800
    Surrogate’s Court — Richmond County18 Richmond Terrace, Staten Island, NY 10301(718) 675-8500

    Richmond County Clerk’s Office
    Address: 130 Stuyvesant Place, 2nd Floor, Staten Island, NY 10301
    Phone: (718) 675-7700
    Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (closed on state holidays)

    Online Search Tools

    Several free electronic databases cover Richmond County court records:

    1. eCourts Portal — Central hub linking WebCivil Supreme, WebCivil Local, WebCrims, WebFamily, and WebHousing search tools.
    2. WebCivil Supreme — Search active and disposed civil Supreme Court cases by party name, attorney, index number, or court calendar. Select “Richmond” from the court list.
    3. WebCivil Local — Search civil cases filed in Richmond County Civil Court.
    4. WebCriminal — Look up criminal cases with upcoming court dates in Criminal Court and Supreme Court Criminal Term using a defendant’s name, case number, or summons number.
    5. NYSCEF — Access electronically filed documents in Supreme Court and Surrogate’s Court cases. No account is required to search as a guest.
    6. Richmond County Clerk Land Document Search — Search property-related documents by document number, party name, block and lot, date range, or book and page.

    In-Person and Mail Requests

    Walk-in visitors can inspect public court records at the Richmond County Clerk’s Office during business hours. Written requests should be mailed to 130 Stuyvesant Place, 2nd Floor, Staten Island, NY 10301, and should include the case parties’ names, the index number, the type of document sought, and applicable fees. For questions about records, call (718) 675-7700.

    Are Court Records Public in Richmond County?

    Court records in Richmond County are presumptively open to the public under Section 255 of the New York Judiciary Law, which requires court clerks to provide records to any member of the public upon request and payment of applicable fees.

    Records Generally Available:

    • Civil case filings, motions, decisions, and court orders
    • Criminal case calendars and disposition records
    • Judgments, liens, and satisfactions
    • Probate filings and wills admitted to probate
    • Business certificates and corporate filings
    • Property records (deeds, mortgages, satisfactions)

    Records That Are Restricted or Confidential:

    According to the New York court records access guidelines, the following categories are not available for public inspection:

    • Mental health records
    • Youthful offender records
    • Adoption records, sealed under Domestic Relations Law § 114
    • Probation reports
    • Family Court records (restricted to parties and their representatives)
    • Records of matrimonial actions (divorce files are confidential under DRL § 235)
    • Expunged records, including certain marijuana convictions
    • Records sealed under CPL § 160.50 following favorable case termination
    • Confidential personal information (Social Security numbers, financial account numbers) must be redacted under 22 NYCRR § 202.5(e)

    Access to sealed or confidential records requires a court order.

    Richmond County Criminal Court Records

    Criminal matters in Richmond County are adjudicated in two courts depending on the severity of the charges. Misdemeanors, violations, and summons matters are prosecuted in NYC Criminal Court — Richmond County, while felony cases proceed through Supreme Court — Criminal Term. Both courts are located at 26 Central Avenue.

    NYC Criminal Court — Richmond County
    Address: 26 Central Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10301
    Phone: (718) 675-8558
    Fax: (718) 390-8405
    Arraignments: Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Saturday & Sunday, 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
    Clerk’s Office: Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

    Searching Criminal Records Online

    The WebCriminal tool allows users to search criminal case information for matters with upcoming court dates in both Criminal Court and Supreme Court Criminal Term. Searches can be conducted by case number, summons number, or defendant’s name.

    Statewide Criminal History Record Search

    The New York State Office of Court Administration (OCA) provides a statewide criminal history record search (CHRS) for $95 per search, based on an exact name and date of birth match. The search returns public records of open, pending, and convicted cases from courts across all 62 counties. Requests can be submitted through the online Direct Access program or by mailing the completed CHRS application form to:

    Office of Court Administration
    Criminal History Record Search Unit
    25 Beaver Street
    New York, NY 10004

    Personal Criminal History Records Through DCJS

    Individuals seeking their own criminal history records (rap sheets) can obtain them through the Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS). The process requires electronic fingerprinting:

    1. Schedule an appointment at IdentoGO or call (877) 472-6915
    2. Provide the appropriate service code — 15464Z (suppressed records) or 15465F (unsuppressed records)
    3. Bring a valid photo ID to the fingerprinting appointment
    4. Pay the $14.25 fee by credit card, check, or money order payable to “Idemia”
    5. Expect results within approximately four weeks

    Law Enforcement Records

    The New York City Police Department maintains arrest records, warrants, and booking information. Requests can be directed to the NYPD Criminal Records Unit at 375 Pearl Street, Suite 4, 16th Floor, New York, NY 10038, Phone: (718) 610-8457 The Richmond County District Attorney’s Office at (718) 876-6300 handles prosecutions and may provide limited case information. The Department of Corrections and Community Supervision maintains records on individuals who have been incarcerated in state facilities.

    Richmond County Civil Court Records

    Civil litigation in Richmond County is divided between courts based on claim amount and subject matter. Supreme Court handles civil cases involving claims exceeding $25,000, all matrimonial actions, and complex commercial litigation. NYC Civil Court — Richmond County adjudicates civil claims up to $50,000, small claims up to $10,000, and landlord-tenant matters through its Housing Part.

    NYC Civil Court — Richmond County
    Main Office: 927 Castleton Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10310
    Civil Clerk: (718) 675-8455
    Housing Part: (718) 675-8452
    Small Claims Part: (718) 675-8460

    Searching Civil Records Online

    To look up Supreme Court civil cases:

    1. Visit WebCivil Supreme
    2. Select a search method — party name, attorney/firm, index number, or calendar
    3. Choose “Richmond” from the court dropdown
    4. Enter details and submit

    For cases filed electronically, NYSCEF provides free access to filed documents. Civil Court cases (non-Supreme) can be searched through WebCivil Local.

    Requesting Records from the County Clerk

    The Richmond County Clerk maintains civil case files for Supreme and County Court matters. In-person and mail requests should be directed to:

    Richmond County Clerk’s Office
    130 Stuyvesant Place, 2nd Floor
    Staten Island, NY 10301
    Phone: (718) 675-7700

    Copy fees at the Clerk’s Office follow the standard statutory schedule: $0.65 per page with a minimum charge of $1.30, and $8.00 for certification of Supreme Court documents. Search certificates cost $10.00 for a two-year period, with an additional $5.00 for each additional two years searched.

    Property Liens and Land Records

    The Richmond County Clerk also serves as the County Register. Property records — including deeds, mortgages, liens, and satisfactions — can be searched online through the Land Document Search tool or the block and lot search on the clerk’s website. Property records are also accessible through the NYC Department of Finance’s Automated City Register Information System (ACRIS), which covers records from 1966 to the present.

    Richmond County Family Court Records

    The Richmond County Family Court adjudicates matters involving children, families, and domestic relationships. It shares jurisdiction with Surrogate’s Court over adoption proceedings.

    Richmond County Family Court
    Address: 100 Richmond Terrace, Staten Island, NY 10301
    Phone: (718) 675-8800
    Fax: (718) 390-5247
    Email: richmondfamilycourt@nycourts.gov
    Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (doors open at 8:30 a.m.; petitions accepted beginning at 8:30 a.m.)
    Supervising Judge: Hon. Gigi Parris (per 13th Judicial District)

    Types of Cases Handled:

    • Child custody and visitation
    • Child support petitions and enforcement
    • Paternity proceedings
    • Orders of protection (domestic violence)
    • Juvenile delinquency
    • Child abuse and neglect
    • Foster care approval and review
    • Guardianship of minors
    • Adoption proceedings

    On-site interpreter services are available, including Spanish, with other languages by request.

    Confidentiality of Family Court Records

    Family Court records in Richmond County are not available for public inspection. Access is restricted to persons directly involved in the case and their legal representatives. To obtain records, individuals must visit the Records Room at Family Court with proof of identity (a government-issued ID). The WebFamily portal provides limited online access to certain Family Court case information, searchable by file or docket number, or by attorney or law firm name.

    Divorce Records

    Divorce is a civil action filed in Supreme Court — specifically the Matrimonial Division at 18 Richmond Terrace for Richmond County. Divorce records are confidential under Domestic Relations Law § 235 and are accessible only to the parties or their attorneys. Copies can be requested from the Richmond County Clerk’s Office at 130 Stuyvesant Place with proper identification, the index number or approximate year of filing, and the applicable fee.

    Marriage Records

    Richmond County marriage records are maintained by the New York City Clerk’s Office. Marriage licenses issued before 1950 are considered historic and available through the NYC Municipal Archives (email research@records.nyc.gov to schedule an appointment). Marriage records for licenses issued from 1950 to the present can be obtained by mail, in person, or online. Record owners with licenses issued after 1996 may visit the Staten Island Office of the NYC Clerk at:

    Borough Hall Building
    10 Richmond Terrace, 3rd Floor, Room 311
    Staten Island, NY 10301
    Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

    Marriage records for domestic use cost $15 for the first copy and $10 per additional copy. For foreign use, the first copy costs $35 and each additional copy costs $30.

    Birth and Death Records

    Birth and death certificates for Richmond County residents are maintained by the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene and are protected under Section 4174 of the Public Health Law. Birth records are available to the individual (if 18 or older), parents, lawful representatives, or those with a court order. Death certificates are available to spouses, domestic partners, children, siblings, those charged with disposition of remains, or individuals with a documented legal right or court order.

    Requests can be made by scheduling an in-person appointment or by mailing a completed birth certificate application or death certificate application with required fees to:

    NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
    125 Worth Street, CN-4, Room 119
    New York, NY 10013

    Richmond County Probate Court Records

    Probate and estate matters in Richmond County fall under the exclusive jurisdiction of the Richmond County Surrogate’s Court, which also handles adoptions and guardianship proceedings.

    Richmond County Surrogate’s Court
    Address: 18 Richmond Terrace, Staten Island, NY 10301
    General Clerk’s Office: (718) 675-8500
    Fax: (718) 390-8741
    Help Center: (718) 675-8508
    Law Department / Calendar Inquiries: (718) 675-8505
    Guardianship: (718) 675-8510
    Calendar Email: qnssurr-calendar@nycourts.gov
    Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
    Records Room (Room B-3, basement level): 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
    Surrogate: Hon. Matthew J. Titone

    Matters Handled:

    • Probate of wills
    • Administration of intestate estates
    • Accounting proceedings
    • Guardianship of incapacitated persons
    • Trust administration and disputes
    • Wrongful death proceedings
    • Adoptions

    Filing Methods

    The court accepts filings by mail (USPS regular, return receipt, FedEx, or UPS) sent to Richmond County Surrogate’s Court, 18 Richmond Terrace, Staten Island, NY 10301. Electronic filing through the NYSCEF system is also accepted for most proceeding types. Original death certificates and wills can be submitted by mail or in-person drop-off. Free NYSCEF training sessions are available through the NYSCEF training registration page.

    Searching Probate Records Online

    The WebSurrogate portal is a free tool that allows the public to search Surrogate’s Court files, retrieve documents, and view historical records considered to be public information. The WebSurrogate search page offers name search, file search, and old index search options. Cases filed electronically can also be located through NYSCEF.

    In-Person Access

    Walk-in record seekers can search probate files at the Records Room (Room B-3, basement level) during the hours listed above. Bring the decedent’s full name, approximate date of death, and file number if known. The court’s Help Center at (718) 675-8508 assists individuals who are not represented by attorneys with procedural information, required forms, and referrals.

    Filing Fees

    Surrogate’s Court filing fees are set by SCPA § 2402 and calculated based on the gross estate value:

    Estate ValueFiling Fee
    Less than $10,000$45
    $10,000 – $19,999$75
    $20,000 – $49,999$215
    $50,000 – $99,999$280
    $100,000 – $249,999$420
    $250,000 – $499,999$625
    $500,000 and over$1,250

    Certified copies cost $6.00 per page. Exemplifications cost $20 plus $6 per page for each document requested and must be accompanied by payment in the form of a cashier’s check from a New York bank, attorney’s check, or money order payable to the Richmond County Clerk. Search fees for probate records by mail are $30 per estate if the death occurred within the past 25 years and $90 per estate for deaths over 25 years ago.

    Probate records — including wills admitted to probate and estate accounting documents — are public records open to inspection. Adoption records processed through Surrogate’s Court are sealed and require a court order to unseal. Guardianship files may contain confidential medical and financial information subject to restricted access.

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