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This section covers the courts and public records for Putnam County, New York. Verified court names, addresses, phone numbers, and judicial officer details are not listed on this page, so confirm them with the county court clerk and the official New York court system resources on NewYorkCourts.org.
How to Search Putnam County Court Records
Have the person's full name, the case number if you know it, and approximate dates ready before you search. Putnam County court records are kept by the county court clerk.
Online
Look for official New York court search tools on the state court system resources.
Check which case types each online tool covers.
Best for: Finding official court information first
In Person
Ask the county court clerk where records for your case are kept.
Confirm the office address before you visit.
Best for: Records and copies not available online
By Mail or Email
Ask the county court clerk which mail or email channel accepts record requests.
Include the case number and party names if you have them.
Best for: Requests when you cannot visit in person
Search by Name on NewYorkCourts.org
Go to NewYorkCourts.org and enter a full name.
Search across record types without a case number.
Confirm results with the court, since they are not official court records.
Best for: Finding leads without a case number
Putnam County Court Statistics (CY 2024)
Putnam County's Supreme, County, Family and Surrogate's courts had 4,711 filings and 5,493 dispositions in CY 2024. Supreme Court civil and criminal figures are reported for the county, and the family law, probate, mental health and juvenile rows are estimated (~) from upstate (outside New York City) per-resident rates.
~4,711
Total filings in CY 2024
~5,493
Total dispositions in CY 2024
~785
Filings per judicial position (6 estimated positions)
~+0.0%
Change in total filings vs CY 2023
| Metric | CY 2024 | CY 2023 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Filings | ~4,711 | ~4,713 | ~+0.0% |
| Total Dispositions | ~5,493 | ~4,633 | ~+18.6% |
| Criminal Filings | 89 | 47 | +89.4% |
| Civil Filings | 610 | 662 | -7.9% |
| Family Law Filings | ~2,946 | ~2,965 | ~-0.6% |
| Probate Filings | ~859 | ~852 | ~+0.8% |
| Mental Health Filings | ~145 | ~124 | ~+16.9% |
| Juvenile Filings | ~62 | ~63 | ~-1.6% |
| Authorized Judicial Positions | ~6 | ~6 | ~0.0% |
Total filings fell 0.0%, and civil filings moved the most (-7.9%).
How Have Court Filings Changed in Putnam County?
Total filings in Putnam County rose over the last five years, with dispositions moving differently from filings; the Supreme Court civil and criminal parts are reported figures and the rest are estimates (~).
| Fiscal Year | Total Filings | Total Dispositions | YoY Filing Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| CY 2024 | ~4,711 | ~5,493 | ~+0.0% |
| CY 2023 | ~4,713 | ~4,633 | ~+6.9% |
| CY 2022 | ~4,409 | ~5,345 | ~+12.9% |
| CY 2021 | ~3,905 | ~4,496 | ~+9.8% |
| CY 2020 | ~3,555 | ~3,697 | ~-27.6% |
Filings changed +32.5% between CY 2020 and CY 2024, from 3,555 to 4,711. The largest annual change was -27.6% in CY 2020. The latest change of +0.0% was driven mainly by civil filings.
What Types of Cases Are Filed in Putnam County?
Family law cases are the largest category in Putnam County, at about 62.5% of filings in CY 2024.
| Case Type | Filings CY 2024 | Share of Total | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Family law | ~2,946 | ~62.5% | ~-0.6% |
| Probate | ~859 | ~18.2% | ~+0.8% |
| Civil | 610 | ~12.9% | -7.9% |
| Mental health | ~145 | ~3.1% | ~+16.9% |
| Criminal | 89 | ~1.9% | +89.4% |
| Juvenile | ~62 | ~1.3% | ~-1.6% |
Criminal filings grew fastest and civil filings fell fastest.
How Does Putnam County Compare With New York Overall?
Putnam County accounts for about 0.55% of the 856,215 filings counted statewide in CY 2024 on the same basis.
| Metric | Putnam County | New York | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total filings | ~4,711 | 856,215 | ~0.55% of statewide filings |
| YoY change in filings | ~+0.0% | +2.2% | Below state (estimate) |
| Filings per judicial position | ~785 | ~657 | Above state (estimate) |
| Dispositions per judicial position equivalent | ~916 | ~636 | Above state (estimate) |
| Criminal share of filings | ~1.9% | 3.7% | Below state (estimate) |
| Civil share of filings | ~12.9% | 20.1% | Below state (estimate) |
| Family law share of filings | ~62.5% | 56.8% | Above state (estimate) |
Compared with the state, Putnam County has a lower share of criminal filings and a higher share of family law filings. The county's criminal and civil figures are reported Supreme Court counts, so shares are approximate.
Putnam County Crime Statistics (2025)
These are the crimes reported to the FBI in 2025 by the 5 law enforcement agencies in Putnam County that reported, added together. For the agencies with both years on file, violent crimes fell 2.0% and property crimes fell 25.7% from 2024.
50
Violent crimes in Putnam County, 2025
292
Property crimes in Putnam County, 2025
50.5
Violent crime rate per 100K, Putnam County, 2025
-23.0%
Change in total reported crimes vs 2024 (444 to 342)
| Offense | 2025 | Rate per 100K | 2024 | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 1.0 | ~1 | ~+0.0% |
| Rape | 8 | 8.1 | ~8 | ~+0.0% |
| Robbery | 1 | 1.0 | ~1 | ~+0.0% |
| Aggravated assault | 40 | 40.4 | ~41 | ~-2.4% |
| Violent crimes total | 50 | 50.5 | ~51 | ~-2.0% |
| Burglary | 28 | 28.3 | ~38 | ~-26.3% |
| Larceny-theft | 253 | 255.5 | ~340 | ~-25.6% |
| Motor vehicle theft | 11 | 11.1 | ~15 | ~-26.7% |
| Property crimes total | 292 | 294.9 | ~393 | ~-25.7% |
Putnam County's violent crime rate of 50.5 per 100K is below the New York rate of 363.7, and its property crime rate of 294.9 is below the state's 1,542.3.
Putnam County Courthouse Locations
Putnam County court proceedings are held at the Putnam County Courthouse. Check your notice or case paperwork to confirm the courthouse assigned to your case before you go.
| Courthouse | Address | Phone | Verified Services |
|---|---|---|---|
| Putnam County Courthouse | 20 County Center, Carmel, NY 10512 | 845-208-7800 | See location page |
Addresses and phone numbers come from public directory listings and may change, so confirm them with the clerk before you visit.
Which Court Handles Your Case in Putnam County?
In New York, the court that hears a case in Putnam County depends on the case type and where it arose, including Supreme Court, County Court, Family Court, Surrogate's Court, and local Town, Village, and City Courts.
| Your Situation | Go To | Key Details |
|---|---|---|
| Traffic ticket | Town or Village Justice Court, City Court, or the Traffic Violations Bureau | Where the ticket was issued decides the court; the ticket lists it. |
| Parking ticket | The city or village that issued the ticket | Parking tickets are handled by the issuing local agency or parking bureau. |
| Misdemeanor | Local Town, Village, or City Court in Putnam County | Misdemeanors are heard in local criminal courts or County Court. |
| Felony | County Court of Putnam County or Supreme Court | Felony cases begin in local court and proceed to County Court or Supreme Court. |
| DUI | Town, Village, or City Court in Putnam County | DWI misdemeanors are handled locally; felony DWI goes to County Court. |
| Domestic violence | Putnam County Family Court or local criminal court | Family Court handles orders of protection; criminal charges go to criminal court. |
| Civil lawsuit | Putnam County Supreme Court or local civil court | Smaller claims may go to City, Town, or Village courts. |
| Small claims | Town, Village, or City Court in Putnam County | Small claims are heard in the small claims part of the local court. |
| Eviction | City, Town, or Village Court (or Housing Court in New York City) | Landlord-tenant cases are heard by the local court covering the property. |
| Divorce | Putnam County Supreme Court | Divorce is filed with the County Clerk and decided in Supreme Court. |
| Child custody or support | Putnam County Family Court | Supreme Court may decide these issues when they arise within a divorce. |
| Probate or estate | Putnam County Surrogate's Court | Surrogate's Court handles wills and estates. |
| Juvenile case | Putnam County Family Court | Family Court hears juvenile delinquency and related matters. |
| Appeal | Appellate Division or Appellate Term | Federal matters go to the U.S. District Court instead. |
Are Putnam County Court Records Public?
Access rules
Access rules for New York court records are not set out on this page. Ask the county court clerk which records are open to the public and which are restricted.
How to Search Putnam County Court Records Online
Online case information for Putnam County is split across several New York court systems, so the right tool depends on the case type.
- Identify the case type (criminal, traffic, civil, family, probate, or juvenile).
- Pick the official portal that covers that case type and court.
- Search by party name or case number.
- Review the case details, parties, and listed events.
- Request documents that are not online from the clerk of court.
| Case Type | Where to Search | What You'll Find | Limits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal | New York eCourts | Case and appearance information for many criminal courts; local courts may have separate records. | Not every Town or Village Justice Court is covered; contact the court for missing cases. |
| Traffic | New York eCourts | Ticket and case status where the court participates. | Coverage varies by court; confirm with the local court or Traffic Violations Bureau. |
| Civil | WebCivil Supreme and NYSCEF | Case status and appearances (WebCivil) and filed documents in e-filed cases (NYSCEF). | Not every case is e-filed; NYSCEF documents are only available in participating cases. |
| Small claims | Local Town, Village, or City Court (see New York eCourts) | Limited case information, depending on the court. | Not generally in the statewide portals; contact the local court clerk. |
| Family law | New York eCourts | Limited case status information for Family Court matters. | Many family records are confidential; contact the Family Court clerk. |
| Probate | Surrogate's Court in Putnam County (see New York eCourts) | Limited estate case status information. | Documents are generally obtained from the Surrogate's Court clerk. |
| Juvenile | Not in the general public portal. | Nothing public in the general search. | Juvenile and Family Court records are confidential; contact the court clerk. |
How to Pay Fines & Citations in Putnam County
Payment options for Putnam County fines and citations are not listed on this page.
Contact the county court clerk to confirm how to pay before your court date.
Parking tickets are handled by the agency that issued them, not by the county court.
Putnam County Court Records FAQ
How do I search county court records?
Start with the official New York court search tools and have a full name or case number ready.
Are county court records public?
This page does not state the access rules for these records. Ask the county court clerk which records are open.
How do I find a criminal case?
Search by name on NewYorkCourts.org and confirm results with the court, since they are not official court records.
How do I find a court date?
Check your ticket or notice for the court date, and confirm it with the county court clerk.
How do I pay a traffic ticket?
Payment methods are not listed here. Ask the county court clerk how to pay before your court date.
How many cases are filed in the county each year?
County filing counts are not published here, so no yearly filing total is available for Putnam County.
What is the most common type of case?
County case-type counts are not published here, so the most common case type cannot be stated for Putnam County.
Is crime rising or falling?
County crime counts are not available here. Statewide, reported violent crimes fell 4.3% to 72,747 in 2025 from 76,014 in 2024, and property crimes fell 6.9% to 309,767 from 332,698, as reported to the FBI. These are New York statewide figures, and reporting coverage changed between years.
Courts in the County
Putnam County CourtMore Info
| Address: | 20 County Center, Carmel, NY, 10512 |
| Phone Number: | 845-208-7800 |
| Fax: | 845-208-7869 |
| Website: | http://ww2.nycourts.gov/COURTS/9jd/Putnam/putnamsupreme.shtml |
Useful Links
- Ninth Judicial District - Putnam Supreme & County Court Information on court locations, services, and contacts in Putnam County under the Ninth Judicial District of New York.
- CourtHelp - New York State Unified Court System A comprehensive guide offering help and resources for navigating the New York State court system, including forms and FAQs.
- Putnam County Courts - Official Government Website Provides general information, locations, and contact details for courts operating within Putnam County, New York.
- NYSCEF - New York State Courts Electronic Filing Access the New York State Courts Electronic Filing system for e-filing court documents and case tracking within the state.
- Putnam Family Court - Ninth Judicial District Provides location, contact information, and services available at the Putnam Family Court, serving the New York State community.
- Putnam Supreme Court - Ninth Judicial District Offers details about the court's functions, local rules, and contact information for the Supreme Court in Putnam County.
- The New York State Legislative Information System This system provides access to New York State laws, legislation, and its history, including resources relevant for legal research.
- New York State Bar Association (NYSBA) Website Provides legal resources, member services, and public education materials for the practice of law within New York State.
- Women's Law - New York State legal information Offers state-specific resources and legal information for women seeking assistance with domestic violence and family issues.
- LawHelpNY - Free legal information and resources A platform offering free legal information and resources for New York residents requiring assistance with legal issues.
- Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) New York State Official New York State FOIL page explaining how the public can access government records as per the law's provisions.
- Department of Investigation - New York City Conducts investigations to provide oversight for New York City's government entities and related operations, includes links to audits and reports.
- Office of Court Administration (OCA) - New York State Unified Court System Information on the administration and operation of the courts in New York, including resources and regulations.
- New York Official Reports Contains official opinions and decisions of New York courts, useful for legal research and case law studies.
- New York Codes, Rules and Regulations (NYCRR) Provides detailed information on the codes, rules, and regulations in effect across the state of New York.
- Empire Justice Center A New York-based legal services organization offering policy analysis, legal education, and representation to improve the justice system.
- National Institute of Justice - Courts Provides research and analysis on the court systems within the United States, with resources pertaining to New York state.
- US Courts - Court Records Finder Offers guidelines and resources for accessing federal court records and services, applicable also to state courts.
- New York Courts - What's New Stay updated with the latest news, advisories, and updates from the New York State Unified Court System.
- Information in Spanish - New York State Unified Court System Court information and resources available in Spanish for New York State residents requiring language support.
Table of Contents
- Putnam County, Courts and Public Records
- How to Search Putnam County Court Records
- Putnam County Court Statistics (CY 2024)
- How Have Court Filings Changed in Putnam County?
- What Types of Cases Are Filed in Putnam County?
- How Does Putnam County Compare With New York Overall?
- Putnam County Crime Statistics (2025)
- Putnam County Courthouse Locations
- Which Court Handles Your Case in Putnam County?
- Are Putnam County Court Records Public?
- How to Search Putnam County Court Records Online
- How to Pay Fines & Citations in Putnam County
- Putnam County Court Records FAQ
- Courts in the County
- Useful Links