Orange County

Orange County, New York is located in the Hudson Valley region of southeastern New York State, approximately 60 miles northwest of New York City. Orange County seat is Goshen, situated in the heart of Orange County and home to many government offices including Orange County Government Center at 255 Main Street. Orange County includes approximately 839 square miles and has a population of over 400,000 residents, making it one of the most populous counties in the Hudson Valley. Orange County was established in 1683, making it one of the original twelve counties of New York. Orange County is bounded by the Delaware River to the west, the Hudson River to the east, and shares borders with Sullivan County, Ulster County, Dutchess County, Putnam County, Rockland County, and the state of New Jersey. Major municipalities include the cities of Newburgh and Middletown, along with numerous towns and villages. Orange County is known for the United States Military Academy at West Point, Storm King Mountain, the Black Dirt Region (one of the most fertile agricultural areas in the nation), and significant Revolutionary War history including Washington's Headquarters State Historic Site in Newburgh. Orange County Clerk's office is, the County Recorder maintains land records at the same location, and the County Assessor's offices operate throughout various municipal assessment offices. Orange County's strategic location between New York City and the Catskill Mountains has made it a hub for commerce, agriculture, and residential growth, while preserving substantial rural character in many areas.

Law Enforcement & Arrests

• The facility provides information on visitation schedules, inmate mail procedures, and commissary deposits.
• Requests for arrest records, incident reports, and police blotters must be submitted in writing to the specific law enforcement agency that made the arrest.
• Processing times for FOIL requests vary but agencies must respond within five business days acknowledging receipt and providing a timeline for fulfillment.
• New York State Police Troop F also maintains barracks in Montgomery and provides law enforcement services throughout Orange County, particularly in unincorporated areas.

Jail & Inmate Records

• The bond and bail process in New York allows for cash bail or bond to be posted, and information on recently arrested individuals can be found through the Sheriff's Office or Orange County's online resources.

• Fees for copies of court documents are typically $1.25 per page for uncertified copies and $6.00 for certified copies plus per-page charges.

Property records for Orange County, New York are maintained by the Orange County Clerk. This office maintains recorded documents including deeds, mortgages, liens, and easements for properties in Orange County.

🔗 https://orangecountyny.gov

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

• The marriage license fee is $40 and there is a 24-hour waiting period before the ceremony can occur.
• Birth certificates cost $30 for a certified copy, death certificates cost $30, and requests can be submitted by mail, in person, or online through VitalChek at www.health.ny.gov/vital_records.
• Processing time for mail requests to New York State is typically 4-6 weeks, while online orders through VitalChek are expedited for an additional fee.

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

• The Division's business entity database allows free online searches by entity name, DOS ID number, or principal name, providing formation dates, status, registered agent information, and filing history.
• Orange County Chamber of Commerce, with offices in Newburgh (www.orangeny.com), provides business resources, networking, and regional economic information.
• Liquor licenses are processed through the New York State Liquor Authority with input from local municipalities.