Monroe County, Pennsylvania court records are available through several channels. MonroeCourt.us allows quick access to public information about court cases in the county. Additionally, records can be searched through official online court tools, including the C-Track system and the Unified Judicial System of Pennsylvania portal. The Prothonotary's Office provides access to case materials in person and through public terminals in the courthouse in Stroudsburg.
Monroe Court System & Jurisdictions
The Monroe County court system consists of several levels, each handling specific categories of cases.
Court of Common Pleas is the county's court of general jurisdiction. It is divided into divisions:
- Civil Division — lawsuits regarding contracts, real estate, damages, and debt collection. Records of this division are maintained by the Prothonotary's Office and can be viewed through the C-Track system.
- Criminal Division — felonies and misdemeanors. Records are kept by the Clerk of Courts.
- Family Division — divorce, alimony, child custody, protection from abuse orders (PFA).
- Orphans' Court Division — estate matters, probate, guardianship, and adoption. In Pennsylvania, this division operates within the Court of Common Pleas, not as a separate court.
Magisterial District Courts operate at the local level. Magisterial judges handle small civil claims up to $12,000, traffic violations, preliminary hearings in criminal cases, and landlord-tenant disputes. Several such courts operate in Monroe County.
To search cases at the state level — including Magisterial District Courts and the Court of Common Pleas — use the UJS Web Portal, which covers all Pennsylvania courts.
Monroe Court Calendar & Upcoming Hearings
The Court of Common Pleas hearing schedule is published by the court administration. To find out the hearing date of a specific case, it is easiest to check the status through the UJS portal or the C-Track system — case information usually includes scheduled dates.
If you need to view the general schedule of hearings for today, tomorrow, or the current week:
- Contact the Court Administrator's Office directly by phone or in person at the courthouse.
- Check the bulletin board in the courthouse lobby — the schedule is often posted every morning.
- For civil cases, use the C-Track search by entering the case number or party's last name.
Magisterial courts maintain their own schedules. Call the relevant Magisterial District Court to confirm the hearing time.
How to Get a Copy of a Monroe Court Document
The type of document determines which office to contact. Civil cases of the Court of Common Pleas fall under the jurisdiction of the Prothonotary. Criminal cases are handled by the Clerk of Courts.
Certified and Non-Certified Copies
A non-certified copy is a regular printout or photocopy of a case document. It is suitable for review. A certified copy has an official seal and signature of an official and is accepted by other courts and government agencies as an official document.
Methods of Obtaining
- Online: Through C-Track, you can view civil case information and decision indexes. Downloading full documents may be limited — check with the Prothonotary's Office.
- In Person: Visit the relevant office at the courthouse. You will need the case number or the full name of the party.
- By Mail: Send a written request specifying the case number, document type, and payment.
Mailing address for civil case requests:
For general public records requests in the county, you can also contact the Office of Open Records:
Public records requests are governed by the Pennsylvania Right-to-Know Law (Act 3 of 2008). If the request concerns records that are not court-related, it can be submitted through the Pennsylvania Office of Open Records.
Monroe Court Records Fees & Payment
Fees for copying and certifying documents are set according to court orders and Pennsylvania legislation. The approximate rates are listed below — it is recommended to verify the exact amounts directly with the Prothonotary's Office or Clerk of Courts, as they may change.
| Service | Approximate Cost |
|---|---|
| Document copy (per page) | $0.25 – $1.00 |
| Document certification | $5.00 – $10.00 per document |
| Registry search (by name) | Depends on the scope of the request |
| Court judgment copy | Check with Prothonotary |
| Exemplified copy (with double certification) | Additional fee over basic certification |
Payment is usually accepted in cash, money order, or check made payable to the relevant office. The possibility of credit card payment should be confirmed in advance — not all offices accept it.
To obtain records through MonroeCourt.us, review the terms on the website. Official county fees are charged separately when contacting the court directly.