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Potter County, Pennsylvania — Public Records

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

⚡ At a Glance

  • Prothonotary: One East Second Street, Room 23, Coudersport, PA 16915 — 814-274-9740
  • Sheriff: Potter County Sheriff's Office
  • Online search: UJS Web Portal (ujsportal.pacourts.us)
  • County seat: Coudersport
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 Potter 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
ProthonotaryOne East Second Street, Room 23, Coudersport, PA 16915
Phone814-274-9740
Online SearchUJS Web Portal

Arrest Records

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

AgencyLocation
Potter County Sheriff's OfficeCoudersport, 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

Potter 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 Potter County Courthouse at One East Second Street. Bring a valid ID.

Online: Use the UJS Web Portal.

By mail: Submit a request under the PA Right-to-Know Law. Call 814-274-9740.

About Potter County

Potter County is located in Pennsylvania with its county seat in Coudersport.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Potter County courthouse?
The Potter County Courthouse is at One East Second Street, Room 23, Coudersport, PA 16915. Call 814-274-9740.
Can I look up arrests in Potter County online?
Contact the Potter County Sheriff or use PATCH for statewide checks.
How do I get a court record in Potter County?
Search at UJS Web Portal or call 814-274-9740.
What courts does Potter County have?
Potter 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 814-274-9740.
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