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The Wayne County Court of Common Pleas is the county's trial court of general jurisdiction. The office listed for court administration is the Court Administrator's office in Honesdale.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Court Name | Wayne County Court of Common Pleas |
| Main Address | Wayne County Courthouse, 925 Court Street, Honesdale, PA 18431 |
| Main Phone | 570-253-0101 |
| Court Administrator | Nicole A. Hendrix, Court Administrator |
| Courthouse Locations | 1 (Honesdale) |
How to Search Wayne County Court Records
Have the person's full name, the case or docket number if you know it, and approximate dates ready before you search. The county courthouse in Honesdale is the main place to ask about records.
Online
Go to ujsportal.pacourts.us to search Pennsylvania court dockets.
Search by name or docket number, then open the case summary.
Confirm case details with the court office before relying on them.
Best for: Quick docket lookups by name or number
In Person
Go to 925 Court Street, Honesdale, PA 18431.
Bring the case number and party names if you have them.
Ask the Court Administrator's office which division holds your records.
Best for: Records and copies not available online
By Phone
Call 570-253-0101 to ask how to request court records.
Have the full name and case number ready before you call.
Ask the office for its current request steps and any charges.
Best for: Confirming requirements before you visit
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
Wayne County Court Statistics (CY 2024)
Wayne County's Court of Common Pleas received 1,890 new cases in CY 2024 and disposed of 1,909. Filings rose 0.2% from CY 2023.
1,890
Total filings in CY 2024
1,909
Total dispositions in CY 2024
945
Filings per judicial position
+0.2%
Change in total filings vs CY 2023
| Metric | CY 2024 | CY 2023 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Filings | 1,890 | 1,887 | +0.2% |
| Total Dispositions | 1,909 | 1,939 | -1.5% |
| Criminal Filings | 408 | 368 | +10.9% |
| Civil Filings | 574 | 515 | +11.5% |
| Family Law Filings | 788 | 880 | -10.5% |
| Probate Filings | 73 | 84 | -13.1% |
| Mental Health Filings | ~7 | ~7 | ~+0.0% |
| Juvenile Filings | 47 | 40 | +17.5% |
| Authorized Judicial Positions | 2 | 2 | +0.0% |
The largest change was in family law filings, which fell by 92 (-10.5%).
How Have Court Filings Changed in Wayne County?
Total filings in Wayne County rose over the last five years, from 1,627 in CY 2020 to 1,890 in CY 2024. Dispositions are shown next to filings for each year.
| Fiscal Year | Total Filings | Total Dispositions | YoY Filing Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| CY 2024 | 1,890 | 1,909 | +0.2% |
| CY 2023 | 1,887 | 1,939 | -1.3% |
| CY 2022 | 1,911 | 1,909 | +10.1% |
| CY 2021 | 1,735 | 1,816 | +6.6% |
| CY 2020 | 1,627 | 1,556 | -18.6% |
Filings changed +16.2% between CY 2020 and CY 2024. The largest annual increase was +10.1% in CY 2022, and the largest decrease was -18.6% in CY 2020. In the latest year, family law filings drove the change. Years are calendar years, as reported by the AOPC.
What Types of Cases Are Filed in Wayne County?
Family law cases are the largest category in Wayne County, at 41.7% of 1,890 filings in CY 2024.
| Case Type | Filings CY 2024 | Share of Total | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal | 408 | 21.6% | +10.9% |
| Civil | 574 | 30.4% | +11.5% |
| Family law | 788 | 41.7% | -10.5% |
| Probate | 73 | 3.9% | -13.1% |
| Juvenile | 47 | 2.5% | +17.5% |
| Mental health | 8 | 0.4% | +0.2% |
Juvenile delinquency filings grew fastest (+17.5%) and probate filings fell fastest (-13.1%).
How Does Wayne County Compare With Pennsylvania Overall?
Wayne County accounted for 0.36% of the 526,789 cases filed in Pennsylvania's Courts of Common Pleas in CY 2024.
| Metric | Wayne County | Pennsylvania | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total filings | 1,890 | 526,789 | 0.36% of statewide filings |
| YoY change in filings | +0.2% | +1.7% | 1.6 points below state |
| Filings per judicial position | 945 | 1,140 | 17.1% below state |
| Dispositions per judicial position equivalent | 954 | 1,172 | 18.6% below state |
| Criminal share of filings | 21.6% | 23.6% | 2.0 points below state |
| Civil share of filings | 30.4% | 28.8% | 1.6 points above state |
| Family law share of filings | 41.7% | 42.1% | 0.4 points below state |
Each judicial position in Wayne County handled fewer new cases than the statewide average (945 vs 1,140), and criminal cases made up 21.6% of its filings compared with 23.6% statewide. Statewide figures use the same categories and the same counties' exclusions as the county figures.
Wayne County Crime Statistics (2025)
These figures are Pennsylvania statewide totals as reported to the FBI, not counts for Wayne 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 | 1,044.8 | 148,774 | -8.3% |
| Motor vehicle theft | 24,699 | 189.1 | 24,901 | -0.8% |
| Property crimes total | 176,359 | 1,350.4 | 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 Wayne County with the state. The property crimes total includes arson, so it is larger than the sum of the property offenses listed above.
Wayne County Courthouse Locations
Wayne County has 1 listed courthouse, in Honesdale. Check your notice or summons for the courtroom and division before you go.
| Courthouse | Address | Phone | Verified Services |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wayne County Courthouse (Honesdale) | 925 Court Street, Honesdale, PA 18431 | 570-253-0101 | Court Administrator, Wayne County Court of Common Pleas (listed for the county) |
Which Court Handles Your Case in Wayne County?
Pennsylvania cases start in trial or minor courts, depending on the matter, and appeals go to higher courts. Check the court named on your paperwork, and confirm with the Court Administrator's office in Honesdale at 570-253-0101.
| Your Situation | Go To | Key Details |
|---|---|---|
| Minor court matter | Magisterial District Court | Magisterial District Courts are Pennsylvania's minor courts. |
| Felony or other trial-level case | Court of Common Pleas, Wayne County | The county's trial court of general jurisdiction; call 570-253-0101 to confirm the division. |
| Appeal from a trial court | Superior Court or Commonwealth Court | Pennsylvania's intermediate appellate courts. |
| Final appeal | Supreme Court of Pennsylvania | The highest court in the state. |
| Parking ticket | The agency that issued the ticket | Parking matters are handled outside the court. |
| Federal case | U.S. District Court for Pennsylvania | Federal cases are not handled by county courts. |
Are Wayne County Court Records Public?
Yes, most Pennsylvania court case records are public, with exceptions set by the Public Access Policy of the Unified Judicial System of Pennsylvania and by court orders.
Public records
Case records of the courts and Magisterial District Courts are open to the public under the Unified Judicial System's Public Access Policy.
Restricted or confidential records
Records that the policy or a court order makes confidential are not public. Ask the Court Administrator's office which records are restricted in a given case.
Online access
The UJS Web Portal lists case information for Pennsylvania courts. Not every document is available online.
In-person access
Visit the county courthouse at 925 Court Street, Honesdale, PA 18431, or call 570-253-0101 to confirm the office for your records.
Fees
Fee amounts are not listed here. Ask the Court Administrator's office for current copy charges before you request records.
How to Search Wayne County Court Records Online
You can look up case information for Wayne 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 Wayne 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 Wayne 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 Wayne 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 Wayne 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 Wayne County (restricted access) | Juvenile records are confidential and not publicly searchable. | Only parties and authorized persons can obtain juvenile case information from the court. |
Use the UJS Web Portal to search Wayne County court cases, and contact the county office for documents that are not online.
- Identify the case type and court level from your paperwork.
- Open the UJS Web Portal at ujsportal.pacourts.us.
- Search by name or docket number and note the docket number from the results.
- Review the docket for case status, parties, and scheduled dates.
- Call 570-253-0101 to request documents that are not online.
| Case Type | Where to Search | What You'll Find | Limits |
|---|---|---|---|
| All case types | UJS Web Portal | Case information and dockets where the portal lists them | Not every document is online; contact 570-253-0101 for records not shown |
How to Pay Fines & Citations in Wayne County
Contact the Wayne County Court of Common Pleas before paying a fine, citation, or court cost to confirm which payment methods it accepts.
- Phone: Call 570-253-0101 to ask which payment methods the office accepts and what each covers.
- In person: Go to the county courthouse, 925 Court Street, Honesdale, PA 18431, and ask the office which payments it takes.
Parking tickets are generally paid to the agency that issued them, not to the court.
Wayne County Court Records FAQ
How do I search Wayne County court records?
Use the UJS Web Portal to search by name or docket number, or call 570-253-0101 for help.
Are Wayne County court records public?
Most are, under the Public Access Policy of the Unified Judicial System of Pennsylvania, but records restricted by that policy or a court order are not public.
How do I find a criminal case in Wayne County?
Search the UJS Web Portal by name or docket number, or call 570-253-0101 if the case does not appear.
How do I find a court date in Wayne County?
Check your notice or summons for the date and courtroom, then call 570-253-0101 to confirm the schedule.
How do I pay a traffic ticket in Wayne County?
Call 570-253-0101 to confirm which payment methods the office accepts before you pay.
How many cases are filed in Wayne County each year?
368 new criminal cases were filed in Wayne County in 2023, according to the AOPC 2023 caseload report.
What is the most common case type in Wayne County?
Criminal is the only case type with published 2023 figures for Wayne County, so the most common type cannot be confirmed from the figures on this page.
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.
Courts in the County
Wayne County Common Pleas CourtMore Info
| Address: | 925 Court St., Honesdale, PA, 18431 |
| Phone Number: | 570-253-5970 |
| Fax: | 570-253-2919 |
| Website: | http://www.pacourts.us/courts/courts-of-common-pleas/individual-county-courts/wayne-county |
Manchester Township More Info
| Address: | 1065 Creamton Drive, Honesdale, PA, 18431 |
| Phone Number: | (570) 448-2061 |
| Website: | https://waynecountypa.gov/Directory.aspx?did=63 |
Useful Links
- Wayne County, PA - Official Website : The official county website providing information on various county departments, services, and public notices.
- Wayne County, PA Courts : Information on Wayne County court services, judges, and the courthouse location for legal proceedings and filings.
- Pennsylvania Unified Judicial System - Docket Sheets : Access to online docket sheets for case records in Pennsylvania, including criminal and civil cases.
- Pennsylvania Family Court Rules - Pennsylvania Court System : Guide to family court rules, procedures, and resources within the Pennsylvania judicial system.
- PALawHELP.org - Find Legal Help in PA : Comprehensive legal resource offering guidance on various legal issues, including court forms and finding local legal aid.
- Pennsylvania Disciplinary Board : Agency overseeing the conduct of attorneys in Pennsylvania, providing public access to disciplinary notices and procedures.
- Jenkins Law Library - Commonwealth of Pennsylvania : Legal resources and library services focused on Pennsylvania state law and court system for practitioners and the public.
- Pennsylvania Court Structure : Learn about the structure and function of the courts in Pennsylvania, including jurisdiction and types of cases handled.
- Pennsylvania Bar Association : Professional organization offering resources on legal practice standards, career guidance, and public information about the law.
- National Association for Court Management : Offers research and professional development resources related to court management and improving court operations.
- ACLU Criminal Law Reform : Advocacy and information on criminal law reforms from the American Civil Liberties Union focusing on fair justice.
- Pennsylvania Bar Association - Find a Lawyer : Resource for locating qualified legal professionals in Pennsylvania for various types of legal assistance.
- State Laws and Policies - Child Welfare Information Gateway : Information on state-specific child welfare laws and policies, essential for court cases involving child welfare.
- United States Courts - Federal Judiciary : Official site for the U.S. federal court system, providing access to federal court records and judiciary news.
- Nolo's Guide to Small Claims Court : Resource on handling small claims court processes, including filing guidelines and court testimony tips.
- National Legal Aid & Defender Association : Advocacy organization focused on improving access to legal services and defending the rights of low-income individuals.
- Bureau of Justice Statistics (BJS) : Provides statistical data on crime and the criminal justice system, useful for understanding national and state trends.
- Pennsylvania Association of Court Management : Organization offering resources for court clerical staff and information on improving management within Pennsylvania courts.
- Pennsylvania Freedom of Information Coalition : Education and advocacy group promoting transparency and access to public records in the state of Pennsylvania.
- Stateline - Pew Research Center : Covers state policy trends and provides research-based information which may impact state court systems and legal services.
Table of Contents
- Wayne County, Courts and Public Records
- How to Search Wayne County Court Records
- Wayne County Court Statistics (CY 2024)
- How Have Court Filings Changed in Wayne County?
- What Types of Cases Are Filed in Wayne County?
- How Does Wayne County Compare With Pennsylvania Overall?
- Wayne County Crime Statistics (2025)
- Wayne County Courthouse Locations
- Which Court Handles Your Case in Wayne County?
- Are Wayne County Court Records Public?
- How to Search Wayne County Court Records Online
- How to Pay Fines & Citations in Wayne County
- Wayne County Court Records FAQ
- Courts in the County
- Useful Links