Broome County, NY Public Records

Broome County, New York, is recognized for its contribution to the carousel industry as the home to the 'Carousel Capital of the World.' Broome County public records are available upon request, given they are non-confidential records, per the New York Freedom of Information Law (NYFIL). Record seekers may access vital records from the New York State Department of Health (or NYSDH). The department provides birth and death records to eligible requesters per state laws. Eligible birth record requesters are the registrant, parents, a spouse, a child, or those with a court order. Death certificates are available to the deceased's spouse, parent, child, or sibling and those with a documented lawful claim, documented medical need, or court order. Record seekers must complete a request form and submit it in person or via mail. The department charges different fees for in-person and mailed requests. Broome County marriage and divorce records are also obtainable from the NYSDH. The department provides the documents to eligible requesters, i.e., the parties involved and those with a court order. Record seekers must complete and submit application forms to the department in person or via mail. The department charges fees for the records, and individuals must present a valid form of ID. Divorce decrees in the county are also available from the Broome County Clerk. Records seekers may call, email, or send requests via mail to the office to obtain the records. The office also accepts in-person requests during office hours. Broome County property records are accessible from the Assessment And Tax Rolls Office. The office provides a Parcel Search portal for public record seekers. The portal finds parcel information using criteria such as name, street number or name, site types, Tax ID, and municipality.