Bronx County Court Records

Bronx County court records contain detailed information on legal proceedings in the county's supreme, family, surrogate, and New York City courts. Record custodians in Bronx County maintain court records to ensure transparency, accountability, and the preservation of legal history. Bronx County court records are useful for research purposes and case preparation. Public access to court records informs residents about the county's judicial processes. Generally, court records in Bronx County contain the following information:

• Case information, including case numbers, filing dates, and names of involved parties
• Court dockets
• Depositions
• Pleadings
• Transcripts
• Evidence and exhibits
• Court judgements

Are Court Records Public in Bronx County?

Yes, Bronx County court records are public. According to the Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) in New York, Bronx residents have a right to view or obtain copies of court documents. However, the following confidential court documents are exempt from public records in the county:

• Sealed court records
• Records of ongoing investigations
• Adoption records
• Mental health records
• Alcohol or drug treatment records
• Juvenile Records

Bronx County Court Records Search

Bronx County court records are available at designated record custodian offices. Most record custodians allow requesters to search court records via mail, phone, or in person. Record custodians also provide electronic access, allowing requesters to view public documents from anywhere. Requesters can also complete Bronx County court record searches via central repositories such as the New York State eCourt, New York State Archives, and New York City Municipal Archives. Many third-party websites also offer Bronx County court records search services.

Bronx County Court Records Search by Name

Record custodians require requesters to search Bronx County court records by name for quick access. Providing the names of involved parties helps narrow the search, making the court records easily accessible. The names of involved parties can include defendants, plaintiffs, offenders, attorneys, or presiding judges. Requesters should provide any of these names when making phone, mail, or in-person requests for Bronx County court records search by name. They can also input the names when using online repositories.

Name-based court record searches in Bronx County are not free. The cost varies, depending on the type of court records, the number of copies, whether the records will be certified, and the search method.

Bronx County Courts

The Bronx County judicial system comprises the supreme, family, surrogate, and New York City courts. Being the general jurisdiction court, the Supreme Court in Bronx County hears felony-related trials, misdemeanor proceedings, and general civil claims above $50,000. The Family Court handles all legal matters involving family law, while the Surrogate Court oversees probate cases. New York City courts in Bronx County have civil and criminal divisions. Bronx County's NYC Civil Court handles landlord-tenant cases, small claims, and civil disputes involving not more than $25,000 in financial settlements. On the other hand, the NYC Criminal Court in the county presides over minor misdemeanors and traffic offenses.

All Bronx County courts and their contact information are listed below:

Bronx County Supreme Court – Civil Term
851 Grand Concourse
Bronx, NY 10451
Phone: (718) 618-1400

Bronx County Supreme Court – Criminal Term
265 East 161st Street
Bronx, NY 10451
Phone: (718) 618-3100
Fax: (718) 618-3585

Bronx County Family Court
900 Sheridan Avenue
Bronx NY 10451
Phone: (718) 618-2098
Fax: (718) -590-7875
Email: bronxfamilycourt@nycourts.gov

Bronx County Surrogate Court
851 Grand Concourse, 3rd Floor
Bronx, NY 10451
Phone: (718) 618-2365

Bronx County, New York City Civil Court
Bronx County Courthouse
851 Grand Concourse
Bronx, NY 10451
Phone: (718) 618-2500

Bronx County, New York City Housing Court
Bronx Housing Courthouse
1118 Grand Concourse
Bronx, New York 10456
Phone: (718) 466-3005

Bronx County, New York City Small Claims Court
851 Grand Concourse
Bronx, NY, 10451
Phone: (718) 618-2517

New York City Criminal Court in Bronx County
215 East 161st Street
Bronx, NY 10451
Phone: (718) 618-2460
Fax: (718) 537-5164

Bronx County District Court Records

Bronx County District Court records provide information on legal proceedings in New York's 12th Judicial District. There are five trial courts under the 12th Judicial District. Bronx County District Courts handle misdemeanors, felonies, small claims cases, civil disputes, probate cases, juvenile delinquencies, and family law matters. They also have designated court clerks tasked with maintaining and disseminating court records. Requesters can contact clerks of the appropriate courts to obtain Bronx County District court records. Alternatively, they can use the New York eCourts portal to find district court records in Bronx County.

Bronx County Criminal Records

Bronx County criminal records are official documents that detail residents' crime history. These records contain information on arrests, charges, convictions, sentences, and probation details. Residents can obtain Bronx County arrest reports by contacting the nearest NYC Police Department Precinct within the county. They can also find arrested persons in the county by calling NYPD at (212) 639-9675. Another way to obtain public conviction records in Bronx County is via the New York City Inmate Lookup tool. Interested persons may also search for other people’s criminal records in the county by visiting the Bronx County Sheriff located at:

Bronx County Sheriff
Bronx Customer Service Center
3030 Third Avenue, 2nd Floor
Bronx, NY 10455
Phone: (718) 993-3880

Furthermore, requesters can find comprehensive criminal records in Bronx County using the state's Criminal History Record Search (CHRS). The CHRS costs $95 per search, and it is available online or offline. Interested persons must create accounts to use the CHRS platform online. They may complete the CHRS Application Form and send it by mail to:

Criminal History Record Search Unit
NYS Office of Court Administration
Division of Technology and Court Research
25 Beaver Street, 8th Floor – Room 830
New York, NY 10004
Email: CHRS@nycourts.gov

Bronx County Criminal Court Case Lookup

Criminal Court records in Bronx County contain offenders' names, case information, charges, evidence, plea deals, court judgments, and appeals. Court clerks of the Supreme and NYC Criminal Courts are record custodians of the county's criminal records. Interested persons can view criminal court records on the statewide WebCriminal Portal using any of the two methods below:

1. Case Identifier Search

• On the WebCriminal Portal, select Case Identifier
• Enter the case or summons number
• Select the Bronx County court (Supreme Criminal or City Criminal Court)
• Choose the output format (either PDF or displayed on the page)
• Click Search

1. Defendant Search

• On the WebCriminal Portal, select Defendant Name
• Provide first and last names of offenders or corporation names
• Choose the Bronx County Court
• Click Search after selecting the output format

Get Bronx County Civil Court Records

Bronx County civil court records are public documents detailing civil disputes between complainants and defendants. Civil lawsuits often involve personal injuries, contract breaches, employment discrimination, foreclosures, or property disputes. The New York City Civil Court in Bronx County handles all small claims cases and civil disputes in which the financial settlement is no more than $25,000. These case files are accessible on the WebCivil Local platform using plaintiff/defendant names, index numbers, attorney names, or judge names. Civil claims for over $50,000 are filed at Bronx County's Supreme Court Civil Term. Interested persons can view these civil court records on the WebCivil Supreme portal. They must provide index numbers, party names, attorney names, or justice names to find the civil court records of their interest.

Bronx County Family Court Records

Bronx County family court records are legal documents maintained in relation to family law cases such as divorce, adoption, domestic abuse, and custody within the county. The family court clerk maintains these records to promote transparency and accountability in Bronx County's legal system. Access to family court records involving minors and adoption cases is restricted to protect the privacy and confidentiality of the parties involved. However, interested persons may view public family court records in Bronx County on the state's WebFamily portal. To use the portal, requesters must provide case file numbers, docket numbers, or attorney names. Record owners and their legal representatives can email or call the family court clerk at (718) 618-2098 to obtain comprehensive Bronx County family records.

Bronx Dissolution of Marriage Records

Dissolution of marriage records in Bronx County is created during the legal termination of marriages within the county. These records contain terms and conditions of the dissolution, such as property division, spousal support, child custody, and visitation rights. Bronx County's dissolution of marriage records is not open to the public. Parties involved in the marriage dissolution process can obtain copies of marriage dissolution records by visiting the Bronx County Clerk's Office at:

Bronx County Clerk
851 Grand Concourse, Room 118
Bronx, NY 10451
Phone: (718) 618-3300
Available hours: Monday - Friday: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Bronx County Marriage and Divorce Records

Bronx County marriage records are official documents containing information on county marriage events. On the other hand, Bronx County divorce certificates or divorce records highlight when and where divorces took place within the county. Divorce and marriage records in Bronx County are available only to married couples, divorcees, individuals with written authorizations, and other legal representatives. Requesters can get Bronx County divorce records by calling or visiting the County Clerk’s office at:

Bronx County Clerk
851 Grand Concourse, Room 118
Bronx, NY 10451
Phone: (718) 618-3300
Available hours: Monday - Friday: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

The New York City Clerk in Bronx County provides access to marriage records created from 1996 to date. To obtain marriage records, schedule an appointment with the NYC Clerk. Next, prepare the necessary documents, such as proper identifications, written authorizations (for representatives of the record owners), and appropriate fees. Bronx County marriage certificates for domestic use cost $15, while each additional copy costs $10. Extended certificates for foreign use go for $35, while each extra copy costs $30. Requesters can pay for marriage records using credit cards, money orders, or certified checks. On the scheduled date, visit the Bronx County City Clerk's office located at:

Supreme Court Building
851 Grand Concourse, Room B131
Bronx, NY 10451
Available hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Requesters can also obtain Bronx County marriage records by mailing completed request forms, valid identifications, and other required documents to:

City Clerk of New York
141 Worth Street
New York, NY 10013
Attn: Record Room

Mail requests should include money orders or certified checks payable to "The City Clerk of New York". Marriage records created more than 50 years ago are accessible to the public. Interested persons can obtain historical marriage certificates online through the New York City Municipal Archives. Limited information on Bronx County divorce records is publicly available on the County Clerk Case Search.

Bronx Birth and Death Records

Bronx County birth and death records are legal documents public agencies use for genealogical research and demographic analysis. Birth records or certificates provide information on the birth of Bronx residents, while death records document their deaths. These records are valuable for claiming inheritance and estates. Birth and death records in Bronx County are not public documents. The NYC Health Department only provides eligible persons with Bronx County birth and death records. Eligible requesters must be 18 years or older, and their names must appear on the birth records as child or legal guardian. Only individuals who are deceased's immediate relatives, such as a spouse, parent, child, or grandparent, can access a decedent’s death certificate. Eligible persons can follow the steps below to obtain Bronx County birth/death records by mail or in person.

1. Complete the birth certificate and death certificate application form
2. Prepare the required documents needed as proof of eligibility
3. Understand the fees and payment methods
4. Mail the death/birth certificate form, required documents, and self-addressed stamped envelope to:
   NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
   125 Worth Street, Room CN-4, Room 119
   New York, NY 10013
5. Requesters may also schedule appointments online for in-person requests

Note that Bronx County death records over 50 years old and birth records over 75 years old are open to the public. Requesters can obtain public birth/death records from the NYC Department of Records and Information Service (DORIS).

Bronx County Probate Court Records

The Surrogate Court Clerk maintains probate records in Bronx County. Probate records contain legal proceedings involving estate/will disputes and guardianships. Anyone can view Bronx County probate records via the New York WebSurrogate portal. Requesters can provide party names or file numbers on the portal to locate probate documents. Probate records related to adoption and guardianship matters are not public and cannot be found online. Interested persons can contact the Surrogate Court Clerk at (718) 618-2395 to schedule appointments or inquire about probate records.

Bronx County Property Records

Bronx County property records refer to public documents showing deeds, liens, title interests, and real estate transactions in the county. Residents request property records to obtain mortgages or protect their properties from fraudulent claims. Interested persons can use the following methods to obtain Bronx County property records:

1. Call the Bronx County Clerk at (718) 618-3300 to inquire about property records
2. Use the JDLS Search to find judgment and property liens in the county
3. Use the NYC Automated City Register Information System (ACRIS) to find property records in the Bronx
4. Complete and submit a webform to the NYC Department of Finance to access deeds and mortgages. Alternatively, visit the office in Bronx County at:
   Bronx Business Center - DOF
   3030 3rd Avenue, 2nd floor
   Bronx, NY 10455
5. Use the NYC Department of Records and Information Service (DORIS) to order property cards online

Bronx County Court Records Online

Requesters can use third-party online resources like NewYorkcourtrecords.us to obtain Bronx County court records online. These platforms provide convenient and time-saving ways of accessing Bronx County court records. Also, using third-party databases eliminates the need to visit record custodians. However, some online resources contain inaccurate and incomplete information. Requesters should cross-check information on third-party sites with official records to ensure accuracy and reliability.