The Westchester County Clerk’s Office serves as the official record-keeping agency for the County of Westchester, New York. As a key entity within the local government, the office is responsible for managing and safeguarding vital public records and legal documents. Its core functions include the filing of land records, such as deeds and mortgages, and maintaining court records for the Supreme and County Courts. The office also processes business filings, issues notary public commissions, and manages pistol permit applications in accordance with state and local laws.

Dedicated to accessibility and transparency, the Clerk’s Office offers an online records access system to assist attorneys, real estate professionals, and the public in retrieving documents efficiently. It plays an important role in preserving historical documents and ensures public access to essential records that support legal and civil proceedings. The office is also engaged with local residents through outreach programs and informational events that support civic literacy and public service.

Key Services:

– Recording and maintaining land records (deeds, mortgages, liens)
– Managing Supreme and County Court civil and criminal records
– Business certificate filing and management
– Pistol permit filing and amendments
– Processing notary public applications and renewals
– Providing access to public records through online portals
– Historical document archiving and preservation
– Assisting the public with records searches and legal filings