Schoharie County Court Records Search
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Court records from Schoharie County's judicial system document legal proceedings across the county's Supreme, County, Family, Surrogate's, and numerous town and village courts. These records include pleadings, motions, judgments, court orders, transcripts, and other case documents that reflect the full history of a proceeding. Criminal case files may contain arrest documentation through charge sheets and arraignment papers, while civil files frequently include contracts, financial records, and evidence submissions. Court records serve a range of purposes — from verifying legal outcomes to supporting background research and legal preparation.
Searching for Court Records in New York
Court records in New York can be located through official clerk offices, courthouse public access terminals, and various online tools maintained by the state and county. NewYorkCourts.us may help you identify publicly available case information across New York's court system. For Schoharie County specifically, records are maintained by both the County Clerk and the clerks of the individual courts, and several online platforms allow case searches without requiring a courthouse visit.
How to Look Up a Court Case in Schoharie County?
Start with the Schoharie County Clerk's Office, which keeps land records and civil court proceedings and acts as the Clerk of the Supreme and County Court. It's the right first stop for most civil and criminal court records requests. For probate matters, the Surrogate's Court maintains its own separate records.
Schoharie County Clerk's Office
Address: 284 Main Street, Room 118, Schoharie, NY 12157
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 549, Schoharie, New York 12157
Phone: (518) 295-8316
Fax: (518) 295-8338
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM (filing closes at 4:30 PM daily)
Online Search Options
The County Clerk provides online access to court and land records through the SearchIQS platform, where records can be viewed free of charge. Public computers are also available in the clerk's records room at 284 Main Street for those who prefer to search in person.
The New York State Unified Court System operates several electronic case search tools through its e-Courts portal:
- WebCivil Supreme — civil cases in the Supreme Court
- WebCriminal — criminal court case information
- WebFamily — Family Court cases statewide
- WebSurrogate — Surrogate's Court estate and probate proceedings
All civil cases in Schoharie County must be e-filed through NYSCEF (New York State Courts Electronic Filing), with limited exceptions such as contested matrimonial cases, Mental Hygiene Article proceedings, Election Law matters, and certain special proceedings.
Accepted Payment Methods at the County Clerk's Office
- Cash
- Check or money order
- Visa, Mastercard, or Discover (subject to a 3.5% + $0.50 site fee, minimum $2.50)
Standard Copy Fees
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Copies (per page) | $0.50 |
| Certification of a copy | $4.00 per document |
| Transcript of Judgment | $10.00 |
| Record and Index (Wills) | $40.00 |
| Per page (Wills) | $5.00 |
Are Court Records Public in Schoharie County?
Most Schoharie County court records are public documents accessible under the New York Freedom of Information Law (FOIL), codified at Article 6 (Sections 84–90) of the Public Officers Law. Under FOIL, government agencies — including courts — are required to make records available to the public, and all records are presumed open unless a specific exemption applies.
Certain categories of records are restricted from public disclosure. These include:
- Records sealed by court order (divorce judgments, military discharges, judicial surrenders, and certain other case types)
- Personally identifiable information such as Social Security numbers
- Medical or mental health records submitted to the court
- Records involving ongoing criminal investigations
- Trade secrets or confidential commercial or financial information
- Records protected by other state or federal statutes
Divorce records, in particular, are sealed in New York and are available only to the parties named in the case or their attorneys of record. If you need a copy, you must appear in person with a government-issued photo ID bearing a signature, or — if requesting by mail — submit a notarized letter with a copy of your ID and a self-addressed stamped envelope. Call the clerk's office at (518) 295-8316 to confirm the correct fee before submitting your request.
Freedom of Information Law requests for Schoharie County records are processed through the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors, reachable at 284 Main Street, P.O. Box 429, Schoharie, NY 12157, Phone: (518) 295-8347
Schoharie County Criminal Court Records
Criminal matters in Schoharie County are handled by both the County Court and the Supreme Court, depending on the severity of the offense. The County Court conducts trials in misdemeanor cases and other minor offenses and has authority over felony matters as well, while the Supreme Court handles the most serious felony prosecutions.
Schoharie Supreme & County Court
Address: 290 Main Street, Schoharie, NY 12157
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 669, Schoharie, NY 12157
Phone: (Supreme/County): (518) 453-6998
Email: SchoharieSupremeandCounty@nycourts.gov
Hours: 9:00 AM–4:45 PM
Criminal case records can be searched online through WebCriminal via the Unified Court System's e-Courts platform. In-person and mail-in requests for copies of criminal court records should go to the County Clerk's office at the address listed above.
Arrest records and law enforcement reports are maintained separately by the Schoharie County Sheriff's Office, which records traffic tickets, criminal investigation case files, accident reports, complaints, and arrests. The Sheriff's records division also performs local background checks and retrieves requested reports.
Requesting Sheriff's Office Records
Written requests for motor vehicle accident reports or incident reports may be submitted by mail or in person. Each request must include:
- Specific details about the incident (date, time, location, nature of event, individuals involved)
- The requester's typed or printed name and signature
- A $5.00 check or money order payable to "Schoharie County Sheriff's Office" (no cash accepted)
Schoharie County Sheriff's Office – Records Division
Physical Address: 157 Steadman Way, Howes Cave, NY 12092
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 159, Howes Cave, NY 12092
Phone: (518) 295-2269
Fax: (518) 295-2267
Motor vehicle accident reports can also be requested directly from the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles online.
Schoharie County Civil Court Records
Civil litigation in Schoharie County is handled primarily by the Supreme Court, which has general jurisdiction over civil matters including higher-dollar disputes, contract claims, and real property actions. The County Court has limited civil authority over claims up to $25,000. Town and village courts handle smaller civil matters and local disputes within their respective areas.
Civil case records are maintained by the County Clerk and can be searched online through WebCivil Supreme for Supreme Court matters, or through the County Clerk's SearchIQS portal for land records and civil filings. All civil cases must be electronically filed through NYSCEF, with limited exceptions.
Town and Village Courts in Schoharie County
| Court | Address | Phone | Fax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blenheim Town Court | 1748 State Route 30, North Blenheim, NY 12131 | (518) 827-6115 | — |
| Broome Town Court | 920 State Route 145, Middleburgh, NY 12122 | (518) 827-8777 | — |
| Carlisle Town Court | 541 Crommie Road, Carlisle, NY 12031 | (518) 234-7080 ext. 2 | (518) 234-1830 |
| Cobleskill Town Court | 378 Mineral Springs Road, Cobleskill, NY 12043 | (518) 234-7886 | (518) 234-2481 |
| Conesville Town Court | 1306 State Route 990V, Gilboa, NY 12076 | (607) 588-7211 | (607) 588-6832 |
| Esperance Town Court | 104 Charleston Street, Esperance, NY 12066 | (518) 875-6109 | — |
| Fulton Town Court | 1168 Bear Ladder Road, Suite 2, West Fulton, NY 12194 | (518) 827-6391 | (518) 285-4368 |
| Gilboa Town Court | 373 State Route 990V, Suite 1, Gilboa, NY 12076 | (607) 588-7604 | (607) 588-7365 |
| Jefferson Town Court | 142 Campo Road, Jefferson, NY 12093 | (607) 652-2109 | (607) 652-2109 |
| Middleburgh Town Court | 143 Railroad Avenue, Middleburgh, NY 12122 | (518) 827-7433 | (518) 827-7444 |
| Richmondville Town Court | 104 Municipal Lane, Richmondville, NY 12149 | (518) 294-8851 | (518) 294-3221 |
| Schoharie Town & Village Court | 300 Main Street, Schoharie, NY 12157 | (518) 295-6575 | (518) 295-7832 |
| Seward Town Court | 322 Gardnersville Road, Cobleskill, NY 12043 | (518) 234-7154 | — |
| Sharon Town Court | 106 Park Street, Sharon Springs, NY 13459 | (518) 284-3419 | (518) 284-3014 |
| Summit Town Court | 1580 Charlotte Valley Road, Summit, NY 12175 | (518) 287-1194 | — |
| Wright Town Court | Gallupville House, P.O. Box 43, Gallupville, NY 12073 | (518) 872-1705 | (518) 872-2137 |
Schoharie County Family Court Records
The Schoharie County Family Court handles matters involving children and families, including adoption, guardianship, foster care approval and review, juvenile delinquency, family violence, child abuse and neglect, and proceedings related to child support, custody, and visitation. It is part of the New York State Unified Court System.
Schoharie County Family Court
Address: 290 Main Street, Schoharie, NY 12157
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 669, Schoharie, NY 12157
Phone: (518) 453-6982
Email: SchoharieFamilyCourt@nycourts.gov
Family Court case information can be searched through WebFamily, the Unified Court System's online portal for family court proceedings statewide.
Marriage Records
Marriage records in Schoharie County are maintained by the Town Clerk in the town where the ceremony was performed, as well as the New York State Department of Health. These are not public records — access is restricted to the parties to the marriage or their legal representatives. Physical requests can be made in person or by mail to the relevant town clerk's office or to the County Clerk at 284 Main Street, Schoharie, NY 12157.
Divorce Records
Divorce records are sealed in New York and are accessible only to the named parties and their attorneys of record. To obtain a copy, you must present government-issued photo identification in person at the County Clerk's office. Out-of-state or mail requests require a notarized letter, a copy of photo ID, a self-addressed stamped envelope, and payment in the correct amount — call (518) 295-8316 to confirm the fee before submitting.
Birth and Death Records
Birth and death records for Schoharie County are maintained by the town clerk where the event occurred and by the New York State Department of Health. Birth records are restricted — they can be obtained by the record owner (if over age 17), the parents named on the certificate, a spouse, child, or anyone with a court order. Death records are similarly restricted to immediate family, legal representatives, and individuals with a documented legal or medical need.
Requests can be submitted to the registrar of vital statistics in the relevant town, and the State Health Department also accepts requests online. Birth certificate fees vary by town; in some Schoharie County towns a certified birth or death certificate costs $10.00 each.
Schoharie County Probate Court Records
Probate matters in Schoharie County — including the administration of estates, contests over wills, guardianship of incapacitated persons and minors, and certain adoption proceedings — fall under the jurisdiction of the Schoharie County Surrogate's Court. The Surrogate's Court is part of the New York State Unified Court System and maintains all probate case records.
Schoharie County Surrogate's Court
Address: 290 Main Street, Schoharie, NY 12157
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 669, Schoharie, NY 12157
Phone: (518) 453-6986
Email: schohariesurrogatecourt@nycourts.gov
Hours: 9:00 AM–4:45 PM, Monday–Friday
Probate records are generally public documents. To search probate case records online, use WebSurrogate, a free tool provided by the Unified Court System that covers estate proceedings and other filings within New York State Surrogate's Courts. Certified copies of Surrogate's Court documents that have been requested and paid for through NYSCEF are delivered by regular mail.
How to Request Probate Records in Person or by Mail
- Identify the case using the decedent's name, approximate date of death, and case or file number if known — this can be located through WebSurrogate.
- Contact the Surrogate's Court directly at (518) 453-6986 to confirm the fee for the specific documents needed.
- Submit a written request in person during court hours or by mail to P.O. Box 669, Schoharie, NY 12157.
- Include payment and, if requesting certified copies, indicate that certification is required.
Wills filed in connection with land records may also appear in the County Clerk's records and can be searched through the SearchIQS platform. The County Clerk's fee schedule lists will recording and indexing at $40.00, with additional per-page fees of $5.00.