How to Search Orange County Records (Start Here)
- Court records: County Clerk (Supreme Court) / City Court Clerk. Use eCourts / WebCivil for online case search.
- Deeds and liens: County Clerk.
- Property values: Municipal Assessor.
- Tax bills: Municipal Tax Receiver / County Treasurer.
- Marriage licenses: City or Town Clerk.
Limited online access. Most records require a phone call or in-person visit.
The official sources are listed below. Each one returns different data.
Criminal & Court Records
Criminal & Court Records
Civil Court Decisions
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Search the State Unified Court System for online court decisions in Orange County.
Court Cases | Pending
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Orange County Supreme Court pending civil case records.
NY Sex Offender Registry
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New York Division of Criminal Justice Services sex offender search. Covers all NY counties.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who handles court records in Orange County? ▼
Go to the County Clerk (Supreme Court) / City Court Clerk for court records in Orange County. For online case lookups, use eCourts / WebCivil — it covers New York Supreme Court (trial level) cases statewide.
Who handles property records in Orange County? ▼
For deeds, mortgages, and liens, go to the County Clerk. For property values and assessment data, go to the Municipal Assessor. For tax bills and payments, go to the Municipal Tax Receiver / County Treasurer.
How do I get birth, death, or marriage records in Orange County? ▼
In New York, vital records are handled by each city or town, not the county. Go to the City/Town Clerk for birth, death, and marriage records. The state also keeps copies.
Are Orange County records available online? ▼
Online access in Orange County is limited. We list 3 databases here. For most other records, you will need to contact the county offices directly by phone or in person.
Is there a statewide search that covers Orange County? ▼
For court records, yes — eCourts / WebCivil covers Orange County. For property and land records, you still need the County Clerk in Orange County directly.
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