Delaware County Family Court Records

Delaware County family court records are kept at the courthouse in Delhi. This rural county sits in the 6th Judicial District and handles cases that touch on custody, child support, family offenses, and more. You can search for family court records by reaching out to the court clerk or by using the state's online case tools. The Family Court is at 3 Court Street in Delhi. Staff there can help you find case files, check on a case status, or get copies of court orders. If you need records from the Supreme or County Court, the County Clerk can help with those. Delaware County is not a big place, but its court system still plays a key role in how families get help and how cases move through the legal process.

Delaware County Family Court Office

The Delaware County Family Court is at the Delaware County Courthouse. The address is 3 Court Street, Delhi, NY 13753. You can call 607-376-5410 or send a fax to 646-963-6400. The court is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The Family Court Clerk is Lizanne Niermeyer, and she manages all records and filings for the court. If you need to reach the clerk by fax, use the same 646-963-6400 number.

Two judges sit on the bench in Delaware County Family Court. Hon. Gary A. Rosa handles family court cases and can be reached at 607-376-5420. His secretary is Helene Hunter, and his court attorney is Daniel O'Leary. The second judge is Hon. John Hubbard, who also serves as the County and Surrogate's Court Judge. His chambers phone is 607-376-5422, and he works with Secretary Carole Westfall and Court Attorney Erin Neale. Both judges hear cases at the Delhi courthouse, so all family court matters in Delaware County go through this one location. A Court Magistrate named Richard E. Brown also works with the 6th Judicial District, though his office is based at the Otsego County Family Court in Cooperstown at 607-322-3132.

Search Delaware County Family Court Records

There are a few ways to look up family court records in Delaware County. The most direct way is to call or visit the court clerk at 3 Court Street in Delhi. Staff can search by name or case number. You can also use the WebFamily portal from the New York State Unified Court System. This tool lets you search for family court case info online, though not all case details show up for every type of filing.

The NY CourtHelp page explains how to get court records from any county in the state. You can make requests by mail, in person, or by phone. For Supreme Court cases that were filed through NYSCEF, you can search as a guest on that system too. Keep in mind that family court records in Delaware County have limits on who can see them. Under FCA § 166, these records are not open to the general public the way most other court files are. You need to show you have a real reason to see the file.

The NYS Navigator resource page for Delaware County lists the court address, phone, and fax along with links to other family services in the area. This is a good starting point if you are new to the court system and need help finding what you need.

Delaware County Court Resources

The NYS Navigator site provides a directory of resources for families using the Delaware County Family Court system.

This page shows the court address, phone number, and links to related family services in the 6th Judicial District. It is a useful tool for anyone who needs to find the right office or phone number in Delaware County.

Family Court Records Access in Delaware County

Family court records are not the same as other court files. In New York, FCA § 166 says these records are kept private to protect families and children. You can't just walk in and ask to see someone else's case. The law limits who can look at these files. Parties to the case, their lawyers, and some state agencies can get access. Others may need a court order.

Under 22 NYCRR § 205.5, the rules spell out how family court records should be handled. The court must keep case files safe and only share them with people who have a right to see them. If you are a party in a case, you can ask the clerk for copies. There may be a small fee for copies, but there is no filing fee to start a case in Family Court. That is a big deal for people who can't pay.

The Delaware County Family Court is part of the 6th Judicial District. This district also includes Broome, Chemung, Chenango, Cortland, Madison, Otsego, Schuyler, Tioga, and Tompkins counties. Forms for this district are available on the NYS Courts forms page. You can download and print forms at home.

The County/Supreme Court Chief Clerk is Nicole Olvera, and she can be reached at 607-376-5400. If you need records from the Supreme Court or County Court instead of Family Court, her office handles those files. The Surrogate Court Clerk is Rebecca Vroman, and the email for that office is delawaresurrogatecourt@nycourts.gov.

Delaware County Family Court Case Types

The Family Court in Delaware County hears many kinds of cases. These are not criminal or civil cases in the usual sense. They deal with families, kids, and relationships. The court has the power to issue orders that affect how children are raised, where they live, and who pays for their care.

Cases heard in Delaware County Family Court include:

• Custody and visitation disputes between parents or guardians
• Child support and spousal support petitions
• Family offense cases involving orders of protection
• Juvenile delinquency and persons in need of supervision (PINS)
• Child protective proceedings for abuse or neglect
• Paternity actions to establish legal parentage
• Adoption proceedings and guardianship matters

Note: The Family Court cannot grant a divorce. Only the Supreme Court handles divorce cases in New York State.

Legal Help in Delaware County

If you need a lawyer for a family court case in Delaware County, there are a few options. Legal Aid of Mid-New York serves parts of the 6th Judicial District and may be able to help if you meet income rules. You can also check CourtHelp for self-help guides, forms, and info on how to file without a lawyer.

Delaware County also has a Treatment Court program. The Interim Coordinator is Ashley Hosmer, and the case worker is Denielle Barton. You can reach them at 607-376-5417 or by email at ahosmer@nycourts.gov. Treatment Court helps parents who are dealing with substance use issues and have children in the child welfare system. Under FCA § 216-a, the court can refer cases to treatment programs as part of the legal process. This is one way that family court records in Delaware County connect to the broader support system for families.

The 6th Judicial District page for Delaware County Family Court has contact info for all judges and staff. You can also find the County Court page there, which lists the Chief Clerk and Supreme Court judges who handle other types of cases.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Delaware County or sit close by. If you are not sure which county handles your case, check the address where the parties live. You must file in the right county.