Find Criminal Court Records in Sullivan County
Sullivan County criminal court records are kept at the Government Center in Monticello. The County Clerk maintains all Supreme and County Court case files for this part of southeastern New York. Sullivan County is in the Third Judicial District. Mary C. Crisalli serves as Chief Clerk for the Supreme and County Courts. The county has a population of about 78,000 and covers a mostly rural area in the Catskills. All felony criminal cases go through the County Court at 100 North Street in Monticello. Town and village justice courts handle minor offenses across the county. If you need to look up a criminal case or get copies of court documents, this page explains the process for Sullivan County.
Sullivan County Overview
Sullivan County Court
The Sullivan County Court handles all felony criminal cases. The Government Center is at 100 North Street in Monticello. Mary C. Crisalli is the Chief Clerk. The Supreme Court shares this building for civil cases and appeals.
The County Clerk serves as clerk of both the Supreme and County Courts. All criminal case files are stored and managed at the clerk's office. You can visit during business hours to search for records. Staff look up cases by name or docket number and provide copies. Certified copies and Certificates of Disposition are available for a fee set by state law.
| Court | Sullivan County Supreme & County Courts |
|---|---|
| Address | Sullivan County Government Center 100 North Street, PO Box 5012 Monticello, NY 12701 |
| Phone | (845) 794-9400 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| 3jd.sullivan@nycourts.gov | |
| Website | New York Courts - Sullivan County |
How to Search Sullivan County Criminal Court Records
The OCA Criminal History Record Search costs $95 per name and covers all 62 counties. Apply online at ww2.nycourts.gov/apps/chrs. You submit a name and date of birth. Results come by email the next business day. Sealed records are excluded from results.
For Sullivan County records specifically, visit the County Clerk's office in Monticello. Bring the defendant's full name and any other details. Staff can search their records and pull case files. A Certificate of Disposition shows how a case ended and typically costs $10 to $25. This is the document courts and licensing boards commonly require.
Court records in Sullivan County are presumed public under Judiciary Law 255. Certain records are sealed by law. Cases dismissed under CPL 160.50 are automatically sealed. Town and village court records must be requested from those individual courts. OCA's statewide search has limited data from town and village courts.
Sullivan County Criminal Court Records Resources
Sullivan County court records resource page.
Criminal Record Sealing in Sullivan County
Dismissed and acquitted cases are sealed automatically under CPL 160.50. Violation convictions may be sealed under CPL 160.55. Drug convictions can qualify under CPL 160.58 after the person completes a court-ordered treatment program.
CPL 160.59 lets you seal up to two eligible convictions after ten years. File a motion with the Sullivan County Court. The DA gets notice and can oppose. The judge weighs the nature of the crime, your record since, and the public interest. Violent felonies and sex offenses do not qualify. Sealed records are removed from public view but law enforcement keeps limited access.
Types of Criminal Cases in Sullivan County
The County Court handles felonies. Town and village justice courts handle violations and some misdemeanors. A criminal court record from Sullivan County typically shows:
- Defendant name and date of birth
- Charges filed and arrest information
- Indictment or information documents
- Pretrial motions and court orders
- Plea or trial outcome
- Sentencing details and conditions
Police reports and investigation files are held by law enforcement, not the court. Prosecution records stay with the DA's office. Court files contain only the legal documents: complaints, indictments, motions, and judgments. File a FOIL request for police or DA records.
Certificates of Disposition are the official record of how a case ended. They show the charges, the outcome, and the sentence. Courts, licensing boards, and immigration attorneys often request them. Get one from the court that handled the case. The fee is typically $10 to $25. The DCJS record review process at 518-457-9847 lets you check your own criminal history through a separate fingerprint-based system.
Sullivan County District Attorney
The Sullivan County District Attorney's Office handles all criminal prosecutions. The office is in Monticello. The DA works with the Sullivan County Sheriff's Office and state police. Prosecution records are separate from court files. Police reports and investigation notes stay with law enforcement. The court file has the legal papers only. File a FOIL request to get police records.
Legal Resources in Sullivan County
Legal Aid Society of Sullivan County provides free legal services for qualifying residents. The Sullivan County Bar Association can help you find a lawyer. Free court forms are at nycourts.gov/courthelp. For your own criminal history record, contact DCJS at 518-457-9847 or email RecordReview@dcjs.ny.gov. The DCJS record review requires fingerprinting at an authorized location and takes several weeks.
Court Records Access Rules
Court records access in Sullivan County follows state rules under Judiciary Law 255. The County Clerk in Monticello maintains official files. Requests must describe specific records. Bring a full name and case number when possible. Mail requests are accepted with a certified check or money order. Personal information may be redacted from public copies to protect privacy.
Communities in Sullivan County
Sullivan County includes Monticello, Liberty, and several smaller communities in the Catskills. All felony cases go through the Sullivan County Court in Monticello. Town courts handle minor offenses locally.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Sullivan County.