Snyder County, PA Courts and Public Records
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The Snyder County Court of Common Pleas is the county's trial court of general jurisdiction. Magisterial District Courts handle the minor court matters, and the Clerk of Courts or Prothonotary keeps county case records depending on the case type.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Court Name | Snyder County Court of Common Pleas |
| Main Address | PO Box 217, Middleburg, PA 17842 |
| Main Phone | 570-837-4344 |
| Courthouse Locations | 1 (Middleburg) |
How to Search Snyder County Court Records
Have the person's full name, case number if known, and approximate dates ready before you search. Snyder County records are kept by the Clerk of Courts or Prothonotary, depending on case type.
Online
Go to the UJS Web Portal to look up court dockets.
Search by name or case number, then open the case summary.
Check the portal for any fees before you search.
Best for: Quick lookups of case status and parties
In Person
Go to the Snyder County Courthouse, PO Box 217, Middleburg, PA 17842.
Bring the case number and party names if you have them.
Confirm which office holds your case before you visit.
Best for: Records and copies not available online
By Phone
Call 570-837-4344 to confirm what the clerk needs.
Ask which office holds your case type before you request records.
Ask about the steps and response times for your request.
Best for: Confirming the right office for a request
Search by Name on PennsylvaniaCourts.org
Go to PennsylvaniaCourts.org and enter a full name.
Search across record types without a case number.
Confirm results with the court, since they are not official court records.
Best for: Finding leads without a case number
Snyder County Court Statistics (CY 2024)
Snyder County's Court of Common Pleas received 1,004 new cases in CY 2024 and disposed of 1,035. Filings fell 10.4% from CY 2023.
1,004
Total filings in CY 2024
1,035
Total dispositions in CY 2024
1,032
Filings per judicial position (shared district)
-10.4%
Change in total filings vs CY 2023
| Metric | CY 2024 | CY 2023 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Filings | 1,004 | 1,120 | -10.4% |
| Total Dispositions | 1,035 | 1,186 | -12.7% |
| Criminal Filings | 269 | 318 | -15.4% |
| Civil Filings | 250 | 275 | -9.1% |
| Family Law Filings | 413 | 403 | +2.5% |
| Probate Filings | 34 | 80 | -57.5% |
| Mental Health Filings | ~4 | ~4 | ~+0.0% |
| Juvenile Filings | 38 | 44 | -13.6% |
| Authorized Judicial Positions | 2 (shared with Union) | 2 (shared with Union) | +0.0% |
The largest change was in criminal filings, which fell by 49 (-15.4%).
How Have Court Filings Changed in Snyder County?
Total filings in Snyder County fell over the last five years, from 1,161 in CY 2020 to 1,004 in CY 2024. Dispositions are shown next to filings for each year.
| Fiscal Year | Total Filings | Total Dispositions | YoY Filing Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| CY 2024 | 1,004 | 1,035 | -10.4% |
| CY 2023 | 1,120 | 1,186 | -3.7% |
| CY 2022 | 1,163 | 1,234 | -2.7% |
| CY 2021 | 1,195 | 1,247 | +2.9% |
| CY 2020 | 1,161 | 1,365 | -30.9% |
Filings changed -13.5% between CY 2020 and CY 2024. The largest annual increase was +2.9% in CY 2021, and the largest decrease was -30.9% in CY 2020. In the latest year, criminal filings drove the change. Snyder County shares its trial court judges with Union County, so filings per judicial position use the combined filings of the shared district.
What Types of Cases Are Filed in Snyder County?
Family law cases are the largest category in Snyder County, at 41.1% of 1,004 filings in CY 2024.
| Case Type | Filings CY 2024 | Share of Total | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal | 269 | 26.8% | -15.4% |
| Civil | 250 | 24.9% | -9.1% |
| Family law | 413 | 41.1% | +2.5% |
| Probate | 34 | 3.4% | -57.5% |
| Juvenile | 38 | 3.8% | -13.6% |
| Mental health | 4 | 0.4% | -10.4% |
Family law filings grew fastest (+2.5%) and probate filings fell fastest (-57.5%).
How Does Snyder County Compare With Pennsylvania Overall?
Snyder County accounted for 0.19% of the 526,789 cases filed in Pennsylvania's Courts of Common Pleas in CY 2024.
| Metric | Snyder County | Pennsylvania | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total filings | 1,004 | 526,789 | 0.19% of statewide filings |
| YoY change in filings | -10.4% | +1.7% | 12.1 points below state |
| Filings per judicial position | 1,032 | 1,140 | 9.4% below state |
| Dispositions per judicial position equivalent | 1,043 | 1,172 | 11.0% below state |
| Criminal share of filings | 26.8% | 23.6% | 3.2 points above state |
| Civil share of filings | 24.9% | 28.8% | 3.9 points below state |
| Family law share of filings | 41.1% | 42.1% | 1.0 points below state |
Each judicial position in Snyder County handled fewer new cases than the statewide average (1,032 vs 1,140), and criminal cases made up 26.8% of its filings compared with 23.6% statewide. Statewide figures use the same categories and the same counties' exclusions as the county figures.
Snyder County Crime Statistics (2025)
These figures are Pennsylvania statewide totals as reported to the FBI, not counts for Snyder County. Agency reporting may be incomplete, and county crime counts are not available here. Statewide violent and property crimes combined fell 7.7% from 2024 to 2025. In 2025, reporting agencies covered about 99.5% of Pennsylvania's population, so year-over-year changes can partly reflect which agencies reported.
29,726
Violent crimes, Pennsylvania statewide, 2025
176,359
Property crimes, Pennsylvania statewide, 2025 (includes arson)
227.6
Violent crime rate per 100K, Pennsylvania statewide, 2025 (population 13,059,432)
-7.7%
Change in total violent plus property crimes, Pennsylvania statewide, 2025 vs 2024 (206,085 vs 223,384)
| Offense | 2025 | Rate per 100K | 2024 | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 546 | 4.2 | 685 | -20.3% |
| Rape | 3,510 | 26.9 | 3,928 | -10.6% |
| Robbery | 5,889 | 45.1 | 6,779 | -13.1% |
| Aggravated assault | 19,781 | 151.5 | 21,301 | -7.1% |
| Violent crimes total | 29,726 | 227.6 | 32,693 | -9.1% |
| Burglary | 13,934 | 106.7 | 15,398 | -9.5% |
| Larceny-theft | 136,448 | 1044.8 | 148,774 | -8.3% |
| Motor vehicle theft | 24,699 | 189.1 | 24,901 | -0.8% |
| Property crimes total | 176,359 | 1350.4 | 190,691 | -7.5% |
Rates use the Pennsylvania 2025 population of 13,059,432. County-level rates are not published, so this section does not compare Snyder County with the state. The property crimes total includes arson, so it is larger than the sum of the property offenses listed above.
Snyder County Courthouse Locations
Snyder County has 1 listed courthouse location. Check your notice or citation for the assigned courthouse before you go.
| Courthouse | Address | Phone | Verified Services |
|---|---|---|---|
| Snyder County Courthouse | PO Box 217, Middleburg, PA 17842 | 570-837-4344 | Confirm services with the courthouse by phone |
Which Court Handles Your Case in Snyder County?
In Snyder County, Pennsylvania, local matters are handled by the magisterial district courts and the Court of Common Pleas of Snyder County.
| Your Situation | Go To | Key Details |
|---|---|---|
| Traffic ticket | Magisterial District Court serving Snyder County | Summary traffic citations are handled at the magisterial district court that covers where the ticket was issued. |
| Parking ticket | The city, borough, or parking authority that issued the ticket | Parking tickets are usually paid or contested through the issuing local agency, not a county court. |
| Misdemeanor | Magisterial District Court, then Court of Common Pleas of Snyder County | Misdemeanors start with a preliminary stage at the magisterial district court and move to common pleas if held for court. |
| Felony | Court of Common Pleas of Snyder County | Felony cases begin with a preliminary hearing at a magisterial district court and are tried in common pleas. |
| DUI | Court of Common Pleas of Snyder County | DUI charges that are misdemeanors or felonies are heard in common pleas after the preliminary stage. |
| Domestic violence | Court of Common Pleas of Snyder County, Family Division | Protection from abuse petitions are filed with the county prothonotary or family court office; a criminal charge follows the criminal track. |
| Civil lawsuit | Court of Common Pleas of Snyder County | Larger civil claims are filed with the prothonotary of the county common pleas court. |
| Small claims | Magisterial District Court serving Snyder County | Civil claims for smaller amounts are filed at the magisterial district court. |
| Eviction | Magisterial District Court serving Snyder County | Landlord and tenant complaints are filed at the magisterial district court for the rental property. |
| Divorce | Court of Common Pleas of Snyder County, Family Division | Divorce is filed with the county prothonotary and handled in common pleas. |
| Child custody or support | Court of Common Pleas of Snyder County, Domestic Relations | Custody and support matters are handled by the county court of common pleas. |
| Probate or estate | Register of Wills and Orphans' Court of Snyder County | The Register of Wills handles estates, and contested matters go to the Orphans' Court Division of common pleas. |
| Juvenile case | Court of Common Pleas of Snyder County, Juvenile Division | Juvenile delinquency and dependency matters are heard in common pleas. |
| Appeal | Court of Common Pleas, Superior Court, or Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania | Summary appeals go to common pleas; most other appeals go to the appellate courts. Federal matters go to the U.S. District Court. |
Are Snyder County Court Records Public?
Yes, most Snyder County court records are public, subject to exceptions under the Pennsylvania Public Access Policy of the Unified Judicial System of Pennsylvania.
Public records
Case records of the Courts of Common Pleas and Magisterial District Courts are generally open to the public under the statewide policy.
Restricted or confidential records
Sealed records and records made confidential by the policy or by a court order are not available to the public. Do not assume every document in a case is open.
Online access
The UJS Web Portal is the statewide case search. Do not assume every document is available online, and confirm with the office that holds your case.
In-person access
Visit the Snyder County Clerk of Courts or Prothonotary office to view or request records. Call ahead to confirm which office holds your case.
Fees
No copy or certification fees are stated here. Ask the court office handling your case about fees for the records you need.
How to Search Snyder County Court Records Online
You can look up case information for Snyder County through the statewide Pennsylvania Judiciary Web Portal and county offices.
- Identify the case type, such as criminal, traffic, civil, or family.
- Open the Pennsylvania Judiciary Web Portal for statewide docket searches.
- Search by participant name, docket number, or citation number.
- Review the docket sheet for hearing dates, charges, and dispositions.
- Request documents that are not online from the court or county office in Snyder County.
| Case Type | Where to Search | What You'll Find | Limits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal | Pennsylvania Judiciary Web Portal | Docket sheets for common pleas and magisterial district court criminal cases, searchable by name or docket number. | Docket information is shown online, but filed documents are generally obtained from the clerk of courts. |
| Traffic | Pennsylvania Judiciary Web Portal | Magisterial district court traffic and summary dockets, including dispositions. | Not every document is online; contact the magisterial district court for copies. |
| Civil | Pennsylvania Judiciary Web Portal | Magisterial district court civil dockets are searchable in the portal. | Common pleas civil cases are generally not in the statewide portal; check the Snyder County prothonotary for those records. |
| Small claims | Pennsylvania Judiciary Web Portal | Civil and landlord-tenant dockets from magisterial district courts. | Case information only; judgments and filings may need a request to the court. |
| Family law | Prothonotary or Domestic Relations office of Snyder County | Contact the county office for divorce, custody, and support case status. | Family cases are generally not in the statewide docket search and are often restricted. |
| Probate | Register of Wills of Snyder County | Estate files are maintained by the county Register of Wills. | Probate records are not part of the statewide docket search; request copies from the Register of Wills. |
| Juvenile | Court of Common Pleas of Snyder County (restricted access) | Juvenile records are confidential and not publicly searchable. | Only parties and authorized persons can obtain juvenile case information from the court. |
How to Pay Fines & Citations in Snyder County
Fines and citations for Snyder County are paid through the court office handling your case. This section does not list any online or phone payment channel.
- Court office: Contact the Clerk of Courts or Prothonotary office handling your citation to confirm accepted payment methods and any payment arrangements.
Parking tickets are handled by the agency that issued them, not by the court's traffic division.
Snyder County Court Records FAQ
How do I search Snyder County court records?
Use the UJS Web Portal to search by name or case number, or contact the Clerk of Courts or Prothonotary office that holds your case.
Are Snyder County court records public?
Most are, under the Pennsylvania Public Access Policy of the Unified Judicial System, but sealed and confidential records are restricted.
How do I find a criminal case?
Search the UJS Web Portal by name or case number, or contact the Clerk of Courts or Prothonotary to confirm which office holds the case.
How do I find a court date?
Check your citation or notice, then contact the office handling your case to confirm the date.
How do I pay a traffic ticket?
Contact the court office handling your citation to confirm the accepted payment methods.
How many cases are filed in Snyder County each year?
Snyder County had 318 new criminal cases filed in 2023, according to the published county caseload figures. Civil and juvenile counts are not shown here.
What is the most common type of case in Snyder County?
The published 2023 figures cover criminal cases only, with 318 new criminal cases filed, so a full most-common-type comparison is not available here.
Is crime in Pennsylvania rising or falling?
County crime counts are not available here. Statewide, reported violent crimes fell 9.1% to 29,726 in 2025 from 32,693 in 2024, and property crimes fell 7.5% to 176,359 from 190,691, as reported to the FBI. These are Pennsylvania statewide figures, and reporting coverage changed between years.
Useful Links
- Pennsylvania's Unified Judicial System Access statewide court information, guidelines, resources, and updates for all levels of judiciary in Pennsylvania's official court system.
- Snyder County Court Offices Explore contact details, services, and functions of Snyder County Court Offices for inquiries and public access to records.
- Snyder County Prothonotary Visit to file documents for civil cases and access divorce records, judgements, and other legal paperwork in Snyder County.
- Snyder County Clerk of Courts Access case information, criminal records, and other judiciary-related proceedings managed by the Snyder County Clerk of Courts.
- Learn About Pennsylvania's Courts Educational resources, court structure overviews, and guidance provided for understanding Pennsylvania's judicial system and court processes.
- Pennsylvania Judiciary Web Portal Utilize this portal to access public court records, case updates, and e-filing services provided by the PA Judiciary system.
- Snyder County Adult Probation Details of probationary services, supervision protocols, and rehabilitative initiatives provided by Snyder County Adult Probation Office.
- Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network Discover free legal help, rights education, and find local legal aid offices for assistance in civil legal matters across Pennsylvania.
- Snyder County Government Portal The county's official portal for public notifications, county services, and access to government department information and contacts.
- Overview of Pennsylvania Court System Descriptive guide about the structure, types of courts, and case flow in Pennsylvania's judicial system provided by FindLaw.
- Pennsylvania Conference of State Trial Judges Organization supporting the professional development and judicial education of Pennsylvania's trial judges offering insights into judiciary functions.
- Administrative Office of PA Courts Management and logistical support for the courts of Pennsylvania, overseeing administrative functions and judiciary policies statewide.
- Pennsylvania Bar Association Official association providing continuing legal education, attorney resources, and public legal information across Pennsylvania's legal landscape.
- Ballotpedia: Courts in Pennsylvania Comprehensive database regarding court functions, judicial elections, and court system structures within Pennsylvania provided by Ballotpedia.
- ACLU of Pennsylvania Advocating for civil liberties, legal reform, and justice policies, the American Civil Liberties Union offers resources for legal information.
- Philadelphia Volunteers for the Indigent Program Providing pro bono legal services and workshops for low-income residents in Pennsylvania, enhancing access to the legal system for all.
- Student Press Law Center Legal resources aimed at student journalists in Pennsylvania, the SPLC offers guidance on First Amendment rights and media law.
- National Family Law Program Offers resources and seminars about family law, with some relevance to Pennsylvania's family legal system and practices.
- PA Legal Aid Network Dedicated to providing civil legal aid services ensuring equitable access to the legal system for disadvantaged communities in Pennsylvania.
- Pennsylvania Small Claims Court Overview Practical guide for navigating small claims processes in Pennsylvania, including filing instructions and procedural advice to pursue small claims.
Table of Contents
- Snyder County, Courts and Public Records
- How to Search Snyder County Court Records
- Snyder County Court Statistics (CY 2024)
- How Have Court Filings Changed in Snyder County?
- What Types of Cases Are Filed in Snyder County?
- How Does Snyder County Compare With Pennsylvania Overall?
- Snyder County Crime Statistics (2025)
- Snyder County Courthouse Locations
- Which Court Handles Your Case in Snyder County?
- Are Snyder County Court Records Public?
- How to Search Snyder County Court Records Online
- How to Pay Fines & Citations in Snyder County
- Snyder County Court Records FAQ
- Useful Links