Ontario County, New York Public Records

Mugshots or booking photos in Ontario County, New York, can be obtained from the Ontario County Sheriff's Office. They may provide access to these photos through their official website or upon request at their office. For online access, check the Sheriff's Office section on the county official website for any available portals or contact information.

To obtain a criminal background check in Ontario County, New York, you can request one through the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS). Locally, you may also contact the Ontario County Sheriff's Office for guidance on the process. The DCJS provides background checks, which include criminal history records, and you can apply for these online or via mail.

You can look up sex offenders in Ontario County, New York, by accessing the New York State Sex Offender Registry. This registry is maintained by the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services and provides detailed information about registered sex offenders. You can search the registry online by name, address, or zip code to find offenders in Ontario County.

Voter registration in Ontario County is managed by the Ontario County Board of Elections, located at 74 Ontario Street, Suite 106, Canandaigua, NY 14424 (phone: 585-396-4005). You can register online at dmv.ny.gov/more-info/electronic-voter-registration-application, in person at the Board of Elections office, or by mail using a voter registration form. The registration deadline is 25 days before any election; for the November 2026 general election, you must register by October 9, 2026. Absentee ballots can be requested online or through the Board of Elections for voters unable to vote in person.

Property records in Ontario County are maintained by the Ontario County Clerk's Office at 20 Ontario Street, Canandaigua (phone: 585-396-4200, website: ontariocountyny.gov). You can search property deeds, mortgages, and liens through their subscription-based online land records system, with some basic searching available for free. The local Real Property Tax Service Agency provides a free online GIS property search tool where you can look up assessment values, tax history, parcel information, and ownership by address or owner name. Certified copies of deeds cost $5 for the first page plus $1 for additional pages.

Birth and death certificates for events occurring in Ontario County can be obtained from the Ontario County Clerk's Office at 20 Ontario Street, Canandaigua, NY 14424 (phone: 585-396-4200). Certified copies cost $30 for the first copy and $15 for each additional copy ordered at the same time. You must provide valid photo ID and demonstrate direct tangible interest in the record. Alternatively, you can order through the New York State Department of Health Vital Records Section (phone: 855-322-1022, website: health.ny.gov/vital_records) or online via VitalChek.com for expedited service with additional fees. Processing time is typically same-day in person at the County Clerk, or 2-4 weeks by mail.

Business records in Ontario County are available through multiple sources depending on the business type. DBA (fictitious business name) filings for sole proprietorships and partnerships are maintained by the Ontario County Clerk's Office at 20 Ontario Street, Canandaigua (phone: 585-396-4200) and are public records available for search and copying. For corporations, LLCs, and other formal business entities, use the New York Department of State's free online business search at dos.ny.gov/corporations. Professional licenses are issued by New York State licensing boards and searchable through respective state agency websites. Local business licenses and permits are issued by individual municipalities and towns within Ontario County.