Armstrong County

Armstrong County is located in west-central Pennsylvania, approximately 35 miles northeast of Pittsburgh. Established in 1800 from parts of Allegheny, Westmoreland, and Lycoming counties, it was named after John Armstrong, a Revolutionary War general. Armstrong County seat is Kittanning, situated along the Allegheny River. Armstrong County includes approximately 664 square miles and has a population of around 65,000 residents according to recent census estimates. Armstrong County is characterized by rolling hills, river valleys, and rural communities interspersed with small boroughs and townships. Major landmarks include the historic Kittanning Courthouse, built in 1860, Brady's Bend overlook along the Allegheny River, and Crooked Creek Lake, a popular recreational area managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Armstrong County's history is deeply rooted in coal mining, agriculture, and river commerce. Armstrong County Courthouse at 500 Market Street, Kittanning, houses several key offices including the Recorder of Deeds, Prothonotary, and County Clerk. Armstrong County Assessment Office, responsible for property valuations, operates from the County Government Center at 450 East Market Street, Kittanning. What makes Armstrong County unique is its blend of preserved 19th-century architecture, outdoor recreation opportunities along the Allegheny River Water Trail, and close-knit rural communities that maintain strong historical ties to Western Pennsylvania's industrial heritage.

Law Enforcement & Arrests

• Mugshots and booking photos are typically available through the jail facility, though online booking photo databases are not currently maintained by Armstrong County.
• Written requests under the Right-to-Know Law should be directed to the specific law enforcement agency that made the arrest.
• Processing fees may apply for copies of arrest reports, typically ranging from $0.25 to $1.00 per page.
• Criminal history records can also be obtained through the Pennsylvania State Police's Central Repository at a cost of $10 per name-based background check.

Jail & Inmate Records

• The bond and bail process follows Pennsylvania state law, allowing for the release of inmates pending trial under certain conditions.

• Court records are accessible through the Pennsylvania Unified Judicial System web portal at ujsportal.pacourts.us, which provides docket sheets for both criminal and civil cases.
• Certified copies cost $7.00 for the first page and $2.00 for each additional page.

Property records for Armstrong County, Pennsylvania are maintained by the Armstrong County Recorder of Deeds. This office maintains recorded documents including deeds, mortgages, liens, and easements for properties in Armstrong County.

🔗 https://armstrongcountypa.gov

Vital records for this county include birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificates issued under state vital statistics law.

• Death certificates also cost $20 for the first certified copy and $10 for additional copies.
• Processing time for in-person requests is typically immediate if records are available locally; mail requests take 2-4 weeks.
• The marriage license fee is $50, and there is a three-day waiting period before the ceremony.
• Online ordering incurs additional processing fees.

Business records, licenses, and permits for this county are processed by the County Clerk and local government offices.

• This searchable database is available free at patreasury.gov/corps through the Corporation Search portal, providing entity status, filing history, registered agent information, and annual reports.
• Armstrong County Planning and Development Department at provides information on zoning, land use, and commercial development.
• Building permits are typically handled at the municipal level, though Armstrong County's Code Enforcement Office provides oversight for certain construction activities.