Searching Cattaraugus County: what to expect

Cattaraugus County keeps a modest online footprint — just one of the 16 sources below is the county's own; the rest is statewide coverage. You don't need a county-level docket here — New York courts are searchable statewide, mapped on our New York court records page. The standout local source is co.cattaraugus.ny.us, covering deeds and recorded documents. One gap: vital records aren't published by the county itself. Use the New York vital records page for those.

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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Cattaraugus County record-source URLs verified against the official local and New York state publishers on the review date. 4 primary .gov / official sources cited below.

Cattaraugus County — Key Numbers (2026)

Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Cattaraugus County, New York — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
75,475
Population
Census estimate
31,491
Households
Census estimate
$56,889
Median income
Annual household
$105,100
Median home value
Census ACS
Little Valley
County seat
In New York
Cattaraugus County Records Availability Map
Criminal records
2 sources
Court records
2 sources
Wants & warrants
see state portal
Property records
2 sources
Vital records
see state portal
Voter records
see state portal
Professional licenses
see state portal
Recorded documents
see state portal
Count of verified official sources per record type. Multiple sources   One source   Use state portal

Cattaraugus County Records at a Glance

Record typeCattaraugus County verified sources
Court recordsNY Courts / eCourts
NYSCEF Case Search — New York State Courts
Criminal recordsNews from the Sheriff's Office
Contact the Sheriff's Office | Cattaraugus County Websi…
Wants & warrants 
Property recordsAssessors in Cattaraugus County - Real Property » Taxes on N…
PrintFile - RPS150P1.PRN - Cattaraugus County
Vital recordsVital Statistics of New York State
Voter recordsNy
Professional licensesLicensee Name Search - NY.Gov
Recorded documentsDepartment List | Cattaraugus County Website
CATTARAUGUS COUNTY STATE OF NEW YORK 2025 Directory Federal/State, County,
Planning Board | Cattaraugus County Website
Cattaraugus County — Verified Record Sources by Type (2026)
Court records2Criminal records2Wants & warrants0Property records2Vital records0Voter records0Licenses0Recorded docs0
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Cattaraugus County. Sources reviewed June 04, 2026.

What Changed in 2026 — Cattaraugus County Records

2026
Cattaraugus County official government portal active
The official Cattaraugus County government website at www.co.cattaraugus.ny.us continues to serve as the canonical local source.
2026
Cattaraugus County court records portal verified
State court system links for Cattaraugus County verified against the New York judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Cattaraugus County criminal records access
State criminal records repository for Cattaraugus County (statewide system, not county-specific) confirmed active in 2026.
2026
Cattaraugus County property records online
Cattaraugus County property assessment and recorder office online portal active in 2026.

The 4-Step Cattaraugus County Records Pathway

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Step 1 — Start at the Cattaraugus County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Cattaraugus County clerk's office is the first stop.
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Step 2 — Use the New York statewide systems
Criminal background, court case search, voter registration, and professional licensing are all run at the New York state level — not by the county.
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Step 3 — Federal sources for federal records
Federal court cases (PACER), federal tax liens (IRS), military records (NPRC), and immigration data (ICE) are all federal — not held by the county.
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Step 4 — Cross-check before relying on data
Most county portals lag 24-48 hours behind the courthouse. For time-sensitive verification, call the clerk directly.

Five Things People Get Wrong About Cattaraugus County Records

MYTH"Cattaraugus County maintains all criminal records."
FACTCriminal records for Cattaraugus County are held by the New York state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
MYTH"Records sealed in Cattaraugus County are gone everywhere."
FACTSealing removes records from public search but they still exist at the courthouse and may appear in FBI records (Identity History Summary).
MYTH"Free 'instant background' sites have Cattaraugus County data."
FACTOnly the official New York state repository has verified, current Cattaraugus County data. Free sites often have stale data.
MYTH"The Cattaraugus County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
FACTThe Cattaraugus County assessor's value is for property tax purposes only — usually below market value.
MYTH"All county records older than 50 years are public."
FACTPartially false. Public-records rules vary by record type AND state. Court records and deeds are usually older-public; vital records remain restricted longer (often 75-125 years).

Primary Sources and Official Record Portals

Related — Cattaraugus County & New York Records

For records not specific to Cattaraugus County, use New York's statewide system or the national hub.
📍 New York statewide record systems:
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About Cattaraugus County, New York

Cattaraugus County is located in western New York. The county seat is Little Valley (official site: http://www.co.cattaraugus.ny.us/).

  • Population: 75,475
  • Households: 31,491
  • Median household income: $56,889
  • Median home value: $105,100
  • Below poverty line: 17.4%
  • Land area: 1,308.2 sq mi
  • Population density: 57.7 people / sq mi
  • Public libraries indexed: 13
  • NCES schools indexed: 30
CT
NY Courts / eCourts
Official Free
Using our free case information services you can find future appearance dates for cases in Criminal and Family Courts. You may also view information on both active and disposed cases in Civil Supreme and Local Civil Courts, and by signing up for our eTrack case tracking service you can receive.
CT
NYSCEF Case Search — New York State Courts
Official Free
Local Civil Courts ONLY Enter at least the index number and year to find results, or select case type and court type for an exact match · Case Number and Year Separated If you don't know the format, enter the case number and year separately (year is optional)
CT
Search The Official New York State Sex Offender Registry - NY DCJS
Official Free
The Sex Offender Registry contains a variety of information about registered sex offenders, including but not limited to: multiple photos, names (aliases), home and/or work addresses, and convictions that required registration, if applicable.
CR
News from the Sheriff's Office
Official Free
This office holds the sheriff's records for Cattaraugus County. If a link breaks, the office homepage at cattco.gov carries the new path.
CR
Contact the Sheriff's Office | Cattaraugus County Website
Official Free
Law enforcement records from Cattaraugus County, New York. Victim and juvenile details are redacted by law from the public versions. Useful for confirming an incident entered the public record before requesting the full report.
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New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services - NYC
Official Free
The Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) administers the state’s Commercial Security Tax Credit Program.
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Assessors in Cattaraugus County - Real Property » Taxes on NEW Maps.cattco.org Cattaraugus County, New York
Official Free
Property assessment records for Cattaraugus County, New York. Appeals go to this office on the schedule printed with each valuation notice. Building sketches and photos ride along with many property cards.
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PrintFile - RPS150P1.PRN - Cattaraugus County
Official Free
Parcel and valuation data for Cattaraugus County — ownership, assessed values, and property characteristics. It is independently run, so verify anything critical against the official property and tax office.
Cattaraugus County Property & Maps
Official Free
Cattaraugus County is a municipal corporation with a population of approximately 80,317. The County was formed for the purpose of exercising the powers and discharging such duties of local government and the administration of public affairs.
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Real Property & GIS Services | Cattaraugus County Website
Official Free
The County provides assessing services for the towns of Allegany, Ashford, East Otto, Farmersville, Franklinville, Freedom, Great Valley, Hinsdale, Humphrey, Mansfield, New Albion, Town of Olean, Otto, Perrysburg, Persia, Portville, Randolph, Red House, Town of Salamanca and Yorkshire. View our hours in these towns here. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you own property in one of these towns and need assistance. All other towns in Cattaraugus County are assessed by locally-appointed assessors.
VT
Vital Statistics of New York State
Official Free
Information on vital records, including obtaining your birth or death certificates, can be found at: https://www.health.ny.gov/vital_records/ Through a cooperative agreement, the New York State Department of Health receives data on live births, deaths, fetal deaths, induced terminations of pregnancy/abortions (abortion), marriages, and divorces/dissolutions of marriage recorded in New York City from the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene and on live births and deaths recorded outside of New York State to residents of New York State from other states and Canada.
VR
Ny
Official Free
Voter and election business for Cattaraugus County is managed here. It is an official government source.
LC
Licensee Name Search - NY.Gov
Official Free
Enter all or part of last name and/or first name. Select a license type or "ALL LICENSE TYPES" from the drop-down list. To narrow down this search, you may select a county name or enter all or part of a city name or a Zip Code. Click "Search" · Private Investigator, Watch Guard and Patrol.
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Department List | Cattaraugus County Website
Official Free
The first primary function of the Department is directly providing mental health and substance abuse services to Cattaraugus County citizens. The second responsibility is the planning of services for all three disabilities: Mental Health, Substance Addiction and Abuse, and Developmental Disabilities. The New York State trial courts for Cattaraugus County include Supreme Court, County Court, Family Court and Surrogate Court.
BZ
CATTARAUGUS COUNTY STATE OF NEW YORK 2025 Directory Federal/State, County,
Official Free
Office directory for Cattaraugus County, New York. Phone first: five minutes with the right clerk saves a misdirected records request. Fax numbers still matter here — plenty of clerk offices accept requests no other way.
BZ
Planning Board | Cattaraugus County Website
Official Free
This office maintains the official recorded-document index for Cattaraugus County. It is an official government source.
BZ
Government | Animal Control System - Cattaraugus County
Business, Voter & Other

Cattaraugus County, New York government portal.

co.cattaraugus.ny.us

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check criminal records in Cattaraugus County?
For Cattaraugus County criminal records, start with the New York DCJS for statewide background checks. Local source: News from the Sheriff's Office — https://www.cattco.gov/sheriffs-office/news.
Does an active warrant show up on a background check in New York?
Yes. Active warrants in New York appear on name-based criminal background checks through the New York DCJS system the moment they are entered. Some employers also run a separate NCIC warrant query, which catches federal warrants as well.
What's the difference between sealing and expunging a record in New York?
In New York, a sealed record is hidden from public view but still exists and remains visible to law enforcement, licensing boards, and some employers. An expunged record is treated by New York law as if it never happened — though FBI and federal records may persist regardless of state action. The relief process runs through the sentencing court.
Are Cattaraugus County records free to search?
Yes — every link on this page goes to an official government source. Basic searches are free. Certified copies and formal background checks carry the standard government fee.