Monroe County Court Docket Records
Monroe County court docket records are on file at the County Clerk's Office in Rochester. Jamie Romeo serves as the County Clerk. The office at 39 West Main Street handles case filings, docket entries, judgments, and other court records for Supreme Court and County Court. You can search court docket records through the state's online portals or visit the Rochester office in person. Monroe County is one of the largest counties in western New York and sits in the 7th Judicial District. The clerk's office also maintains deed records from 1794 and naturalization records from 1821. Whether you need to look up a current case or pull older court docket filings, this office handles it all.
Monroe County Overview
Monroe County Court Docket Office
The Monroe County Clerk's Office is the main place to get court docket records. Jamie Romeo is the County Clerk. The office is at 39 West Main Street, Room 101 in Rochester and is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Staff handle civil case filings, judgments, and all court docket entries for Supreme and County Courts.
The clerk serves as the clerk for both Supreme Court and County Court in Monroe County. Under Judiciary Law § 255, the office must keep and provide public access to all court docket records. The office also records deeds and mortgages, with records going back to 1794. Naturalization records start from 1821 and run through the time the federal government took over that function.
| Office | Monroe County Clerk's Office |
|---|---|
| Clerk | Jamie Romeo |
| Address | 39 West Main Street, Room 101 Rochester, NY 14614 |
| Phone | (585) 753-1600 |
| MCClerk@monroecounty.gov | |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Website | monroecounty.gov/clerk |
The office accepts cash, checks made out to "Monroe County Clerk," and credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, and Discover). That makes it convenient to pay for copies and other services without needing to bring exact change. If you are mailing in a request, include a check with your letter.
Search Monroe County Court Docket Records
There are several ways to search Monroe County court docket records. Online tools are fast and free. In-person visits give you access to everything.
The WebCivil Supreme portal covers civil court docket records for Monroe County Supreme Court. Search by index number, party name, or attorney. The system shows case status, appearance dates, and docket entries. For pending criminal cases, the WebCriminal system covers Monroe County courts. Both tools are free.
E-filing through NYSCEF is the standard for new civil Supreme Court cases. Filed documents become part of the court docket and can be searched using Guest Search. No account is needed to view publicly filed documents on NYSCEF.
The Monroe County Clerk's website at monroecounty.gov/clerk has details on all services, including how to request court docket copies by mail.
The Monroe County Clerk's website at monroecounty.gov/clerk shows the full range of services and records available at the Rochester office.
The Monroe County government portal also has general information about county departments and services.
The Monroe County portal at monroecounty.gov links to all county departments including the clerk's office and court-related services.
For estate and probate matters, the WebSurrogate system handles Monroe County Surrogate's Court records. The NYS Court Records Information page has a full list of all online search tools.
Monroe County Court Docket Fees
Monroe County follows a set fee schedule for court docket copies and services. Uncertified copies cost $0.65 per page. Certified copies are $5.00 for up to four pages, plus $1.25 for each additional page after that. These fees apply to court docket sheets, judgments, and other court filings.
- Index number for a new Supreme Court case: $210.00
- Uncertified copies: $0.65 per page
- Certified copies: $5.00 (up to 4 pages) + $1.25 each additional
- Search fee: $5.00 per two-year period
Payment can be made by cash, check payable to "Monroe County Clerk," or credit card (Visa, MasterCard, Discover). The search fee of $5.00 per two-year period applies when you ask the clerk's staff to search for records by name rather than providing a specific case number.
A statewide Criminal History Record Search through the Office of Court Administration costs $95.00 per name and covers all 62 New York counties. That search is different from a local Monroe County search and may be worth it if you need records from multiple counties.
Note: CPLR § 8019 sets fees for courts other than Supreme and County Courts, so Rochester City Court or town courts in Monroe County may charge different rates for court docket copies.
Court Docket Records in Monroe County
The Monroe County Clerk keeps a large collection of court docket records. Civil case files from Supreme Court include the full docket from filing to judgment. County Court records cover felony criminal cases and civil matters. The office also has judgment rolls, mechanics liens, and other court-related filings.
Historical records in Monroe County go back a long way. Deed and mortgage records start from 1794. Naturalization records begin in 1821. These are not court docket records per se, but they are kept by the same office and can be useful when researching people or properties that appear in court cases.
Judiciary Law § 255-b requires the clerk to keep a docket book for each Supreme Court case where a Request for Judicial Intervention is filed. The docket book lists every paper filed in order and gives you a clear timeline of the case. This is what makes the court docket such a useful tool for tracking how a case has progressed over time.
Public Access to Monroe County Court Docket
Court docket records in Monroe County are public. Judiciary Law § 4 requires court proceedings to be open, and that principle extends to the records. Anyone can ask to see a case file. You do not need to be a party or give a reason. Some records are sealed by court order, but the default is open access.
To view records in person, go to 39 West Main Street in Rochester. Bring the index number if you have it. Staff can also search by party name. The office is in the Hall of Justice building in downtown Rochester, which is easy to reach by car or public transit.
Cities in Monroe County
Monroe County has several cities and towns. All court docket filings for Supreme and County Court go through the Monroe County Clerk's Office in Rochester.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Monroe County. If your case was filed in a different county, check with that county's clerk office.