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Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania — Public Records

Use this page to find court records, arrest records, and other public records in Philadelphia County. Each section links to the office, online tool, or agency that holds the records.

⚡ At a Glance

  • Prothonotary: 284 City Hall, Philadelphia, PA 19107 — 215-686-6652
  • Sheriff: Philadelphia County Sheriff's Office
  • Online search: UJS Web Portal (ujsportal.pacourts.us)
  • County seat: Philadelphia
How to use this page: Pick a section below — court records, arrest records, or other records. Each one tells you where to go, who to contact, and what tools are available online.

Start here: Choose the type of record you need below, then follow the link to the official source.

What You Can Find Here

⚖️ Court of Common Pleas case records
🔍 Sheriff arrest records and jail information
🏛️ Magisterial district court records
📋 Property records and vital records contacts
What you will need:
  • Full name of the person or business
  • Case number, if you have one
  • Approximate date or location of the record

Court Records

The Philadelphia County Prothonotary maintains records for civil cases filed in the Court of Common Pleas. Criminal records are maintained by the Clerk of Courts. You can search records through the UJS Web Portal.

OfficeDetails
Prothonotary284 City Hall, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Phone215-686-6652
Online SearchUJS Web Portal

Arrest Records

Arrest records in Philadelphia County come from the agency that made the arrest. The Philadelphia County Sheriff's Office or local police departments handle arrests. For statewide checks, use PA PATCH.

AgencyLocation
Philadelphia County Sheriff's OfficePhiladelphia, Pennsylvania
🔍 PA State Police — PATCH Criminal Background Check 📋 Pennsylvania State Police Website

Use the official link above to access records or contact the office directly.

Other Public Records

Philadelphia County maintains other public records through county offices. Property records, vital records, and other documents are available through the county or state agencies.

How to Request Records

In person: Visit the Philadelphia County Courthouse at 284 City Hall. Bring a valid ID.

Online: Use the UJS Web Portal.

By mail: Submit a request under the PA Right-to-Know Law. Call 215-686-6652.

About Philadelphia County

Philadelphia County is located in Pennsylvania with its county seat in Philadelphia.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Philadelphia County courthouse?
The Philadelphia County Courthouse is at 284 City Hall, Philadelphia, PA 19107. Call 215-686-6652.
Can I look up arrests in Philadelphia County online?
Contact the Philadelphia County Sheriff or use PATCH for statewide checks.
How do I get a court record in Philadelphia County?
Search at UJS Web Portal or call 215-686-6652.
What courts does Philadelphia County have?
Philadelphia County has the Court of Common Pleas and magisterial district courts as part of the PA unified judicial system.
Is there a fee to search records?
UJS Web Portal searches are free. Certified copies may require a fee. Call 215-686-6652.
What this page does not show: Not all records are available online. Some require a written request, an in-person visit, or a fee.

This page is a guide to help you find official records. All information comes from government sources.

Last updated: April 15, 2026