Albany County Special Term Clerk - Albany, NY

Albany County Clerk - Special Term and Court Filings

Supreme and County Court Records

The Albany County Special Term Clerk operates as a specialized function within the Albany County Clerk's Office, located on the first floor of the Albany County Courthouse. As the Clerk of the Supreme and County Courts, this office acts as the central filing hub for civil and criminal court documents. The term ”Special Term” historically refers to the court calendar for specific types of motions and hearings, and this office manages the intake, processing, and scheduling of these legal matters.

• Court Filings: The office accepts filings for civil actions, including Index Number applications, Requests for Judicial Intervention (RJI), Notes of Issue, and Motions. It is the point of entry for lawsuits commencing in the Albany County Supreme Court.
• Land Records: Beyond court duties, the County Clerk records land documents such as deeds, mortgages, and liens. These records are essential for property transactions and title searches within the county.
• Public Services: The office processes applications for U.S. Passports, notary public renewals, and pistol permits. It also registers business trade names (DBAs) and partnerships.

Access and Logistics

Although the address is 16 Eagle Street, visitors must use the public entrance on Lodge Street. The office is located in Room 128. While many court records are now filed electronically via the NYSCEF system, the Special Term Clerk provides assistance for hard-copy filings and public record searches. The office also features a public research area where individuals can view deeds, judgments, and other recorded documents.