County Clerk FAQ

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Frequently Requested Records and Information

Abstracts of Title

The abstract of title, or property search, is not filed in the County Clerk’s Office. Please contact the attorney who represented you when you purchased the property.

Adoptions

Adoption records are sealed and may only be opened upon court order.

Back Taxes on Real Estate

For information about back taxes on real estate, please contact the Genesee County Treasurer’s Office at (585) 344-2550 ext. 2210.

Birth, Death, and Marriage Records

Birth certificates, death certificates, and marriage certificates or licenses are available from the local town, village, or city clerk where the event occurred. See the list of Municipal Clerks or visit the Genealogy section for research purposes.

Note: New York State did not mandate the filing of birth, death, and marriage records until 1880. Earlier records may vary by municipality and source.

DBAs and Corporations

Visit the Corporations/DBAs page for more information and related forms.

Divorces, Annulments, and Separations

Matrimonial records are sealed and accessible only to involved parties or their attorneys. Photo identification is required for access.

Fines and Surcharges

Payment of fines must be made directly to the court that issued the fine:

  • City of Batavia: Batavia City Court
  • Bergen Town: Bergen Town Justice Court
  • County Court ordered fines: Genesee County Probation Department

Surcharges ordered by Genesee County Court are paid at the County Clerk’s Office.

Hunting and Fishing Licenses

Hunting and fishing licenses are available from town, village, or city clerks. Check the list of Municipal Clerks or local sporting goods stores.

Limited Liability Partnership

Refer to the official designation of publication page for more details.

Surveys

Surveys are typically maintained in personal or attorney files and are not usually filed with the County Clerk’s Office.

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