Access Sullivan County Felony Records
Sullivan County felony records are housed at the County Clerk's Office in Monticello, the county seat. The Clerk maintains hundreds of thousands of legal documents tied to criminal cases, civil matters, and property records. Felony cases go through the County Court as part of the 9th Judicial District. The Sheriff's Office at 100 North Street also keeps arrest logs and booking data, while the District Attorney at 14 Bushnell Avenue handles all prosecution files for crimes committed within the county.
Sullivan County Overview
Sullivan County Clerk and Felony Case Records
County Clerk Russell Reeves runs the office at 100 North Street, Monticello, NY 12701. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Call (845) 807-0411 for questions. The Clerk's Office serves as the record keeper for Supreme Court and County Court records. Only felony cases are filed here. Town, city, and village court proceedings stay in their local courts.
You can get a Certificate of Conviction from the Clerk's Office for $5.00. Processing takes about 7 to 10 days. To make a request, you need to fill out a Criminal Certificate of Disposition Request Form. Having the filing date and index number speeds things up a lot. Certified copies of other documents cost $5.00, and standard copies run $0.65 per page. The office accepts credit card payments for court-ordered fines.
Some criminal records are sealed under New York Criminal Procedure Law and Civil Rights Law. Sealed documents can only be viewed by the attorney of record or the defendant. Anyone else needs a court order. Felony case files are kept on a permanent basis. Misdemeanor files stay in the system for 25 years after the case is resolved.
| Clerk | Russell Reeves |
|---|---|
| Address | 100 North Street, Monticello, NY 12701 |
| Phone | (845) 807-0411 |
| Hours | Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
District Attorney and Felony Prosecution Records
District Attorney Brian P. Conaty leads the office at 14 Bushnell Avenue, Monticello, NY 12701. Call (845) 794-3344 for general inquiries. The DA's office handles all criminal cases from police agencies in Sullivan County, from misdemeanors to the most serious felonies. Chief Assistant Michael J. Puma works alongside several other assistant district attorneys.
The office runs several specialized programs. There is a Prison Task Force, a Welfare Fraud Task Force, Drug Court, and DWI Court. A Crime Victim Specialist Coordinator supports victims and families throughout the court process. The office also works with the Child Advocacy Center on child sexual abuse cases. Investigators handle forensic analysis of digital devices.
Prosecution files are available through FOIL requests. Under CPL Section 160.59, eligible people can apply to seal certain felony records after 10 years. The DA gets 45 days to object once served with a sealing application. The office also prosecutes adolescent and juvenile offenders charged with serious felonies under the Raise the Age law. An anonymous tip line is open for reporting suspicious activity.
Sheriff's Office Felony Records and Booking Data
The Sullivan County Sheriff's Office is at the County Government Center, 100 North Street, Monticello, NY 12701. Call (845) 794-3000 extension 3100. The jail is at 4 Bushnell Avenue, reachable at (845) 794-4094. The office maintains arrest records, booking information, and a Records Division for public records requests.
FOIL requests are the standard way to get arrest records. Under Public Officers Law Section 89(3), the Sheriff must respond within five business days. Records include booking photos, charges, and custody status. The office also keeps warrant information, processes pistol permit renewals, and manages sex offender registry data for the county. For inmates sent to state prison, use the DOCCS Inmate Lookup tool.
Sullivan County Court System
The Sullivan County Courthouse is at 414 Broadway, Monticello, NY 12701. The County Court phone is (845) 794-3000, extension 3460. The court has jurisdiction over felony criminal cases. Records can be accessed through the County Clerk's Office on the same street. The court operates under the NYS Unified Court System.
Statewide search tools can supplement local records. The OCA Criminal History Record Search costs $95 per name and covers all courts in New York. WebCrims shows pending criminal cases. The Sex Offender Registry is free to search. For your own criminal history, the DCJS Record Review costs $63.50 and uses fingerprints.
The Clean Slate Act took effect November 16, 2024. It will auto-seal eligible misdemeanors after 3 years and felonies after 8 years. Sex crimes and Class A non-drug felonies are excluded. CPL Section 160.50 already seals records for dismissed charges. CPL Section 160.58 covers certain drug convictions. Sealed records stay open to law enforcement and some licensing agencies. Under Correction Law Section 9, DOCCS removes data 3 years after someone finishes their sentence.
How to Get Sullivan County Felony Records
- Visit the County Clerk at 100 North Street, Monticello for in-person record searches
- Request a Certificate of Conviction for $5.00 with a Criminal Certificate of Disposition form
- File a FOIL request with the Sheriff's Office for arrest and booking data
- Use the OCA CHRS for a $95 statewide search
- Check WebCrims for current case information
The NYSCEF e-filing portal has documents for electronically filed cases. State Police FOIL requests cover records held by troopers. The NYS court records guide explains what is available from each court.
Cities in Sullivan County
Sullivan County includes the village of Monticello and several smaller towns like Liberty, Fallsburg, and Mamakating. None of these communities meet the population threshold for a dedicated page. All felony records in the county go through the same Clerk's Office and court system in Monticello.
Nearby Counties
Neighboring counties keep their own felony records through separate clerk offices and court systems.