Big Flats Town, New York Public Records

About Big Flats Town public records

Welcome to the Town of Big Flats, the "Southern Tier Gateway to the Finger Lakes", formed in 1822. Official government information is available at www.bigflatsny.gov . The Big Flats Police Department is the primary law enforcement agency for the town, working with the Chemung County Sheriff’s Office to maintain safety and security in the area. The Chemung County Jail, located in Elmira, provides detention services for people arrested in Big Flats and surrounding areas. For broader inquiries or more extensive records, including those managed by the county, the Chemung County Sheriff’s Office can provide additional assistance. The New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services also offers a full criminal history search through the Bureau of Investigation. The judiciary system in Big Flats is governed primarily by the Chemung County Supreme Court, which handles a variety of cases, including civil, criminal, and family law matters. For vital records such as birth, death, or marriage certificates, residents can contact the Chemung County Clerk-Recorder or use the New York State Department of Health’s vital records service. General public records requests can be submitted under the New York Freedom of Information Law (FOIL), typically yielding responses within a timeframe of 5 to 10 business days.

Local court services for Big Flats Town are administered at 476 Maple Street. The court clerk can be reached at (607) 562-0009. Big Flats voters are served by the Chemung County Board of Elections, Elmira, NY 14901, phone (607) 737-2800, website www.chemungcountyny.gov/departments/board-of-elections.