Wyoming County Court Records Search

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    Wyoming County, New York, operates a multi-tiered court system anchored in Warsaw, the county seat, and extending through 25 separate court locations across the county’s towns and villages. The courts handle everything from felony criminal prosecutions and civil disputes to family law matters, estate administration, and small local violations. Court records generated through these proceedings contain case party information, filings, motions, judgments, hearing transcripts, and dispositions — documents that hold practical value for attorneys, researchers, employers, journalists, and private individuals alike.

    New York court records can be accessed through official court clerk offices, public access terminals at courthouses, and online systems. NewYorkCourts.us offers a way to locate publicly available case information and identify the appropriate court for a given matter in the state. For Wyoming County specifically, records may be found through the County Clerk’s office, the individual court clerks, or the statewide electronic filing system, depending on when and how the case was filed.

    How to Look Up a Court Case in Wyoming County?

    The primary custodian of court records in Wyoming County is the Wyoming County Clerk’s Office, which serves as clerk to the courts and manages records for both civil and criminal proceedings, in addition to land records. The Clerk’s office is separate from the individual court clerks who staff the Supreme Court, County Court, Family Court, and Surrogate’s Court.

    Wyoming County Clerk’s Office
    Address: 143 N. Main Street, Suite 104, Warsaw, NY 14569
    Phone: (585) 786-8810
    Fax: (585) 786-3703
    Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

    For court-specific inquiries, the Supreme Court, County Court, Family Court, and Surrogate’s Court are all housed in the Wyoming County Courthouse:

    Wyoming County Courthouse (Supreme, County, Family & Surrogate’s Courts)
    Address: 147 North Main Street, Warsaw, NY 14569
    Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

    CourtPhone
    Supreme & County Court Chief Clerk(585) 228-3199
    County Court (general)(585) 228-3200
    Family Court(585) 228-3229
    Surrogate’s Court Chief Clerk(585) 228-3217

    There are three main methods for searching and requesting Wyoming County court records:

    1. In Person – Visit the Wyoming County Clerk’s Office at 143 N. Main Street, Suite 104, or the courthouse at 147 N. Main Street. Bring the case party’s name, case number, or filing date to facilitate the search.
    2. Online via NYSCEF – Wyoming County Supreme Court operates under a mandatory e-filing program. Electronically filed documents are available for immediate public viewing through the New York State Courts Electronic Filing (NYSCEF) system. Not all case types are eligible for electronic filing, so a land records search may also be necessary.
    3. By Mail – Written requests can be directed to the Wyoming County Clerk at 143 N. Main Street, Suite 104, Warsaw, NY 14569. Document fees can be paid online through the county’s GovPayNet document payment portal using a credit or debit card.

    The County Clerk’s office also maintains a Wyoming County Clerk Recorded Land Records Search portal for deeds, mortgages, and related instruments. Court result sheets from recent proceedings are published through the county’s Court Result Sheets archive.

    Are Court Records Public in Wyoming County?

    Under New York Judiciary Law § 255, clerks of court are required to make records of proceedings accessible to the public upon request and upon payment of the applicable fees. This establishes a general presumption of openness for Wyoming County court records across the Supreme Court, County Court, and Surrogate’s Court.

    However, several important statutory exceptions limit access to certain categories of records:

    • Sealed criminal records – Cases sealed pursuant to CPLR § 216.1 are not available to the general public, including certain arrest and conviction records expunged or sealed by court order.
    • Family Court records – Under Family Court Act § 166, all records of Family Court proceedings are not open to indiscriminate public inspection. Access requires a court order or falls within a specific statutory exception.
    • Adoption records – Adoption proceedings are sealed and restricted to the parties directly involved or individuals with a court order.
    • Juvenile records – Proceedings involving minors are protected and not publicly accessible.
    • Mental health records – Records related to mental health proceedings carry confidentiality protections under Mental Hygiene Law § 33.13.
    • Marriage and divorce records – Under N.Y. Domestic Relations Law § 235, these records are restricted for 100 years from the filing date, accessible only to the parties, their legal representatives, or persons with a court order.

    For records involving sensitive content or personal identifying information, the NYSCEF system and court clerks apply redaction protocols consistent with New York’s court access policies.

    Wyoming County Criminal Court Records

    Criminal matters in Wyoming County are handled by the County Court, which has jurisdiction over felonies and other serious criminal cases. Misdemeanor and violation cases may be handled at the local level by one of Wyoming County’s many town and village courts. The County Court operates at 147 North Main Street in Warsaw, with the Chief Clerk reachable at (585) 228-3199.

    The Wyoming County Clerk’s Office manages filings related to criminal matters, including indictments, judgments, writs of habeas corpus, and sentencing records. Members of the public seeking criminal court records may search in person at the Clerk’s office or access electronically filed documents through NYSCEF where applicable.

    Court result sheets, which summarize recent court activity, are published regularly and available through the county’s Court Result Sheets archive. These provide a useful summary of recent proceedings without requiring a formal records request.

    For matters related to criminal history background checks, the New York State Office of Court Administration operates a Criminal History Record Search (CHRS) service, which is separate from court records held by the Clerk. Arrest records and law enforcement-generated records are maintained by the Wyoming County Sheriff’s Office:

    Wyoming County Sheriff’s Office
    Address: 151 N. Main Street, Warsaw, NY 14569
    Phone: (585) 786-8989
    Fax: (585) 786-8961
    Emergency: 911

    The Sheriff’s Office manages the county jail and law enforcement operations. Crime victims seeking custody status notifications may use the VINELink victim notification service available through the county website. It is important to note that criminal history records compiled by law enforcement are distinct from court case records and are governed by separate access rules.

    Wyoming County Civil Court Records

    Civil matters in Wyoming County fall under the jurisdiction of the Supreme Court and County Court for higher-value disputes, while lower-value claims and local matters are handled by town and village courts. The Supreme Court, through its mandatory e-filing program, now requires electronic submission of most civil actions. Electronically filed civil documents are immediately available for public viewing through NYSCEF.

    The Wyoming County Clerk’s Office handles a broad range of civil filings, including:

    • Article 78 proceedings
    • Divorce actions and separation agreements
    • Judgments and satisfactions
    • Foreclosure filings
    • Income and property executions
    • Mechanics liens
    • Miscellaneous liens and civil matters
    • UCC filings and business certificates

    For land-related civil records including deeds, mortgages, and easements, the Wyoming County Clerk Recorded Land Records Search portal provides online access. The County Clerk also handles Uniform Commercial Code filings and business certificate recordings.

    Fees for copies and certified documents are set by the County Clerk. The full schedule is published on the County Clerk Forms & Fees page. Document fee payments can be made online at the county’s document payment portal. The Clerk’s office accepts in-person payments at 143 N. Main Street, Suite 104, during regular business hours.

    Self-represented litigants seeking forms and procedural guidance can consult the New York Courts self-help resources for assistance navigating civil filings.

    Wyoming County Family Court Records

    Wyoming County Family Court is located at 147 North Main Street in Warsaw and handles a broad range of domestic and child welfare matters. The court operates Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and can be reached at (585) 228-3229. Both County and Family Court matters are presided over by Judges Hon. Keith Kibler and Hon. Donald O’Geen, who also serve the Surrogate’s Court.

    Family Court jurisdiction in Wyoming County covers:

    • Child custody and visitation (allocation of parental responsibilities)
    • Child support enforcement and modification
    • Orders of protection and family offense proceedings
    • Juvenile delinquency and PINS (Persons in Need of Supervision) cases
    • Child protective proceedings and foster care placements
    • Termination of parental rights
    • Paternity proceedings
    • Adoptions (heard in Surrogate’s Court, but closely related)

    As noted above, Family Court Act § 166 provides that Family Court records are not open to general public inspection. Access is restricted except by court order or in narrow statutory circumstances. This confidentiality applies to proceedings involving minors, child protective matters, and most domestic cases.

    Divorce actions, while sometimes associated with family law, are filed in the Supreme Court rather than Family Court. Divorce records are restricted for 100 years under N.Y. Domestic Relations Law § 235, though parties and their attorneys retain access. A certificate of disposition summarizing divorce proceedings may be requested from the Supreme Court Clerk’s Office at (585) 228-3199 as an alternative to full case documents.

    Marriage records in Wyoming County, including certificates and licenses, are held by the Town or Village Clerk’s office where the marriage was recorded, in accordance with N.Y. Domestic Relations Law § 19. The Wyoming County Clerk’s Office at 143 N. Main Street, Suite 104, Warsaw, can direct inquiries to the appropriate local office. Search fees for marriage records are $5.00 for the first year searched, $1.00 for the second year, and $0.50 for each additional year. Birth and death records are similarly maintained at the local Town or Village Clerk’s office where the event was registered and are restricted to close family members, legal representatives, and individuals with a court order under N.Y. Public Health Law § 4174.

    The Wyoming County Public Defender’s Office, located at 18 Linwood Avenue, Warsaw, NY 14569, at (585) 786-8450, provides representation in Family Court for qualifying individuals.

    Wyoming County Probate Court Records

    Probate and estate matters in Wyoming County are handled exclusively by the Wyoming County Surrogate’s Court, located at 147 North Main Street, Warsaw, NY 14569. The court is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The Surrogate’s Court Chief Clerk is Rhonda Schell, reachable at (585) 228-3217 or by fax at (585) 228-3230.

    The Surrogate’s Court has jurisdiction over:

    • Probate of wills and letters testamentary
    • Administration of intestate estates (those without a will)
    • Voluntary administration (small estate proceedings)
    • Guardianships and conservatorships
    • Adoption proceedings
    • Contested estate and will disputes

    Filing fees for probate proceedings are scaled to the size of the estate. According to available sources, probate filing fees in Wyoming County range from $45 to $1,250 depending on the estate’s gross value. Small estates valued under $50,000 qualify for simplified voluntary administration. The complete New York Surrogate’s Court fee schedule is available through the New York State Courts Surrogate fee schedule.

    To access probate records, individuals should contact the Surrogate’s Court Chief Clerk directly. Probate records, including wills and estate inventories, are generally accessible to the public once a proceeding has been opened, though certain matters — such as sealed guardianship records or those involving minors — may be restricted. Probate records dating back to 1787 are maintained in New York’s Surrogate’s Courts, and some historical records may require an appointment to view. For genealogical research, the New York Courts guidance on getting court records notes that probate wills have been filed and kept by each county’s Surrogate’s Court since 1787 and appointments may be needed for older records.