New York Cities

New York has hundreds of cities, towns, and villages spread across 62 counties. Below are the major population centers in the state. Criminal court records are handled at the county level, not by city offices. The County Clerk in each county keeps felony case files, while City Courts and Town Courts handle misdemeanor and violation records locally. Knowing which county your city falls in is the first step to finding the right court for criminal court records. Select a city or town below to find which county handles records for that area, along with courthouse contact info and local resources.