Greene County Court Records

Greene County, New York court records are official documents generated during legal proceedings within the jurisdiction of the county’s courts. These records are significant in legal matters because they provide a detailed account of various cases’ proceedings, decisions, and outcomes. They include case information, originating processes, court filings, court orders, rulings, judgments, and transcripts.

Are Court Records Public in Greene County?

In line with the New York Freedom of Information Law and Section 255 of the New York Judiciary Law, the majority of Greene County court records are open to the public. As part of the New York State Unified Court System, Greene County courts provide the general public with access to various kinds of Greene court records. They include Greene County arrest records, criminal records, civil records, administrative records, probate records, and traffic records. This is, however, subject to certain exceptional cases. For example, family court records are exempt from public access. Also, access to criminal case records is restricted to the record subject.

Greene County Court Records Search

The Greene County Clerk is responsible for keeping Greene County records of the Supreme Court and the County Court. Interested persons can access court records online by using the Records Search system. It can be searched for free, but there is a charge for obtaining copies of the documents. In-person or mail requests can be submitted at the clerk’s office at:

Greene County Clerk
411 Main Street
Suite 212
Catskill, NY 12414

Requests for copies of Family Court, Surrogate’s Court, Town or Village Court at the applicable courthouse. The New York Unified Court System also provides online access to Greene court records through the E-filed Case Records Guest Search. There are, however, some court records that are only available at the courthouse.

Greene County Courts

Greene County belongs to the Third Judicial District of the New York State Unified Court System. It includes one Supreme Court, one County Court, one Family Court, one Surrogate’s Court, and 16 Town/Village Courts. The addresses and contact information of these courts are below:

Supreme Courts in Greene County

Greene County Supreme Court
320 Main Street
Catskill, NY 12414
Phone: (518) 625-3160
Fax: (518) 625-3122

County Courts in Greene County

Greene County Court
320 Main Street
Catskill, NY 12414
Phone: (518) 625-3160
Fax: (518) 625-3122

Family Courts in Greene County

Greene County Family Court
320 Main Street
Catskill, NY 12414
Phone: (518) 625-3180
Fax: (518) 453-6992

Surrogate’s Courts in Greene County

Greene County Surrogate’s Court
320 Main Street
Catskill, NY 12414
Phone: (518) 625-3150
Fax: (518) 625-3176

Town Courts and Village Courts in Greene County

Ashland Town Court
P.O. Box 129
Ashland, NY 12407
Phone: (518) 734-4760
Fax: (518) 734-4760

Athens Town Court
2 First Street
Athens, NY 12015
Phone: (518) 945-3360
Fax: (518) 945-1372

Cairo Town Court
Town Hall
512 Main Street
P.O. Box 755, Cairo, NY 12413
Phone: (518) 622-3388
Fax: (518) 622-0172

Catskill Town Court
439-441 Main Street
Catskill, NY 12414
Phone: (518) 943-2142, extension 2
Fax: (518) 943-7652

Catskill Village Court
422 Main Street
Catskill, NY 12414
Phone: (518) 943-9544

Coxsackie Town Court
119 Mansion Street
Coxsackie, NY 12051
Phone: (518) 731-6934
Fax: (518) 285-4336

Durham Town Court
7309 Route 81
Durham, NY 12423
Phone: (518) 239-8260
Fax: (518) 239-6389

Greenville Town Court
Pioneer Town Hall Building
11159 Route 32
P.O. Box 38
Greenville, NY 12083
Phone: (518) 966-4873, extension 6
Fax: (518) 966-4873

Halcott Town Court
264 Route 3
Halcott Center, NY 12430
Phone: (845) 399-3145
Fax: (845) 254-5401

Hunter Town Court
5748 Route 23A
P.O. Box 70
Tannersville, NY 12485
Phone: (518) 589-5882, extension 305

Jewett Town Court
3547 County Route 23C
P.O. Box 132
Jewett, NY 12444
Phone: (518) 263-4626

Lexington Town Court
3542 Route 42
P.O. Box 92
Lexington, NY 12452
Phone: (518) 989-6303, extension 15

New Baltimore Justice Court
Town Hall
3809 County Route 51
Hannacroix, NY 12087
Phone: (518) 756-2079

Prattsville Town Court
14517 Main Street
Prattsville, NY 12468
Phone: (518) 299-3125

Tannersville Village Court
1 Park Lane
P.O. Box 524
Tannersville, NY 12485
Phone: (518) 589-7168
Fax: (518) 589-5182

Windham Town Court
371 State Route 296
P.O. Box 96
Hensonville, NY 12439
Phone: (518) 734-3431

Greene County Criminal and Civil Records

The Greene County Clerk is the primary custodian of Greene County civil and criminal court records. You can access criminal or civil case information online by using the Records Search system without charge. There are fees for obtaining copies of the searched documents. You can also make in-person or mail requests at the clerk’s office:

Greene County Clerk
411 Main Street
Suite 212
Catskill, NY 12414

The New York Unified Court System also provides criminal and civil case information through the E-filed Case Records Guest Search.

Greene County Marriage Records

Greene County marriage records are issued by city and town clerks in the municipalities in Greene County where the marriage was performed. Greene County marriage certificates are also available at the state level with the New York Department of Health. Interested persons may submit in-person or mail requests to obtain copies of marriage records. A requester should complete the Marriage Record Application Form and enclose the required fees ($45 for walk-ins and $30 for mail requests) and a government-issued ID. Mail or submit them in person to:

New York State Department of Health
Vital Records Certification Unit
P.O. Box 2602
Albany, NY 12220-2602

Greene County Divorce Records

The Greene County Clerk maintains records of divorces that took place within the county. Greene divorce records are available only to the record subject(s) and persons with court-order authorization. Greene divorce records are categorized into two types: divorce decrees and divorce certificates. Interested persons may request divorce decrees in person or by mail from the Greene County Clerk at:

Greene County Clerk
411 Main Street
Suite 212
Catskill, NY 12414

The New York State Department of Health maintains the state divorce certificates in its Vital Records Certification Unit. Copies of divorce certificates are available through mail or in-person requests. Complete the Divorce Records Request form and include the required fees ($45 for walk-ins and $30 for mail requests) and a government-issued ID. Submit them in person or by mail to:

New York State Department of Health
Vital Records Certification Unit
P.O. Box 2602
Albany, NY 12220-2602

Greene Birth Records

Greene County birth certificates are issued by city and town clerks in the municipalities in Greene County where the birth occurred.

The New York State Department of Health also provides interested persons with access to Greene County birth records. It accepts mail and in-person requests. Interested persons should fill out the Birth Record Application Form. Attach the required fees ($45 for walk-ins and $30 for mail requests) and a government-issued ID to the filled-out form. Submit to:

New York State Department of Health
Vital Records Certification Unit
P.O. Box 2602
Albany, NY 12220-2602

Greene Death Records

Greene County death records are maintained by city and town clerks in the municipalities in Greene County where the death happened.

Greene County death certificates are also kept by the New York State Department of Health. Make mail or in-person requests to get copies of death records. An applicant should complete the Death Record Request Form. The completed form, along with any of the acceptable forms of a government-issued ID and the required fees ($45 for walk-ins and $30 for mail requests) should be submitted to:

New York State Department of Health
Vital Records Certification Unit
P.O. Box 2602
Albany, NY 12220-2602

Greene County Probate Court Records

Probate court records in Greene County pertain to legal matters that involve the administration of estates, wills, trusts, and guardianships. The Greene County Surrogate’s Court hears cases concerning the distribution of a deceased person’s assets, appointment of executors, validation of wills, and administration of estates without a will (intestate cases). Interested persons can visit the courthouse or contact them to obtain copies of probate court records:

Greene County Surrogate’s Court
320 Main Street
Catskill, NY 12414
Phone: (518) 625-3150
Fax: (518) 625-3176

Greene County Property Records

Property records in Greene County provide information related to real estate transactions, property assessments, or disputes. These records are maintained by the Greene County Clerk’s Office and the Greene County Real Property Tax Service Agency. Property records provide details regarding land ownership, property transfers, tax assessments, liens, and legal matters related to properties within the county. Visit or contact either office to access and search property records:

Greene County Clerk
411 Main Street
Suite 212
Catskill, NY 12414

Greene County Real Property Tax Service Agency
411 Main Street
Suite 447
Catskill, NY 12414

Greene County Court Records Online

Interested persons can access court records online by using the Green County Records Search system. Records may also be accessible online through third-party resources like newyorkcourtrecords.us. Such platforms may offer several benefits, including convenience, time-saving, and comprehensive access to various records. However, there are limitations to be aware of, such as incomplete records, potential costs, and restrictions on certain types of documents.

Users should carefully consider the advantages and drawbacks of third-party platforms and verify the authenticity and accuracy of the information provided. For those seeking the most reliable, up-to-date court records, contacting the Greene County Clerk’s Office or visiting the official county court websites may be helpful. When using third-party services, it is important to ensure that your chosen platform is trustworthy and offers reliable, accurate access to court records.