Beaver County Civil Court Records
Beaver County civil court records are stored at the Prothonotary's office in the Beaver County Courthouse. The Prothonotary's office is the largest file office in the courthouse and holds official records for all civil cases in Beaver County. The 36th Judicial District governs the Court of Common Pleas, which handles civil disputes, judgments, liens, and related matters. You can search Beaver County civil court records in person at the courthouse on Third Street in Beaver. The UJS Portal also provides limited online access to case information for Beaver County.
Beaver County Court of Common Pleas
The Beaver County Court of Common Pleas is part of the 36th Judicial District. Under 42 Pa.C.S. § 3732, it holds jurisdiction over civil cases in the county. The courthouse is at 810 Third Street in Beaver. This is where all civil case files are kept. The court hears lawsuits, equity actions, and appeals from the local magisterial district courts in Beaver County.
Beaver County's court system falls under the unified judicial system of Pennsylvania as set out in 42 Pa.C.S. § 931. Civil cases follow the same procedural rules used across all 67 counties. The Prothonotary manages the civil docket, while the Clerk of Courts handles the criminal side. Judy Enslen serves as the Clerk of Courts. The Beaver County government website has information about all county offices and departments.
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Visit this site for details about Beaver County offices and court services.
| Court |
Beaver County Court of Common Pleas 36th Judicial District 810 Third Street Beaver, PA 15009 |
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| Prothonotary |
Jodi Janicki Jones Phone: 724-728-3934 ext. 11261 |
| Clerk of Courts | Judy Enslen |
| Recorder of Deeds | Phone: 724-728-5700 |
Types of Beaver County Civil Records
The Prothonotary's office in Beaver County holds a wide variety of civil court documents. It is the biggest file office in the courthouse for good reason. Every civil matter that goes through the Court of Common Pleas ends up here. The scope of what this office stores is broad.
Civil court records filed in Beaver County include name changes, quiet title actions, and civil judgments. Tax liens and confessions of judgment are also part of the civil docket. Municipal liens, custody orders, divorce decrees, and bonds are on file as well. Each document type has its own index, and staff can search by party name or case number. If you know the type of record you need, tell the Prothonotary staff so they can point you to the right place within the Beaver County civil files.
- Name change petitions
- Quiet title actions
- Civil judgments and confessions of judgment
- Tax liens and municipal liens
- Custody orders and divorce decrees
- Bonds and other civil filings
Note: The Recorder of Deeds at 724-728-5700 handles property deeds and mortgage records, which are separate from civil court records in Beaver County.
Searching Beaver County Court Records
You can search for civil court records in Beaver County in person at the courthouse. The Prothonotary's office is on the main floor. Staff keep civil dockets and name indices that let them look up any case. Provide a party name or case number to begin your search. Bring photo ID when you visit.
For online searches, the UJS Portal case search offers basic case data for Beaver County. You can search by name or docket number. The portal shows case type, status, and key dates. It does not provide full document images for most Beaver County cases. Still, it is a good first step before making a trip to the courthouse. The UJS Portal main page covers all Pennsylvania counties.
Additional details about available records and how to obtain them can be found through the county Prothonotary's office.
Public Access to Beaver County Civil Records
Most civil court records in Beaver County are open to the public. Pennsylvania's Right-to-Know Law at 65 P.S. § 67.101 ensures that government records remain accessible. You do not have to be part of a case to view the file. Anyone can request to see civil court records at the Beaver County courthouse.
Under 204 Pa. Code § 213.81, the courts follow a public access policy. This policy sets rules for what is available online and what requires an in-person visit. Some records are sealed or have parts redacted. Cases with minors or sensitive financial data may not be fully open. The Pennsylvania courts public records policies explain the rules in detail. The Beaver County Prothonotary can answer questions about access to specific files.
You may also file a formal Right-to-Know request with Beaver County. The county has five business days to respond. Routine civil court records in Beaver County are almost always released without issue.
Beaver County Prothonotary Services
Jodi Janicki Jones is the Prothonotary for Beaver County. The office handles all civil filings for the Court of Common Pleas. Staff accept new case filings, maintain dockets, and provide copies of documents. The office also processes judgments, liens, and other entries on the civil docket.
To reach the Prothonotary, call 724-728-3934 ext. 11261. The office is in the Beaver County Courthouse at 810 Third Street in Beaver. Walk-in visitors can search records and get copies during business hours. Certified copies carry the official seal of the Prothonotary and are accepted as legal proof of what is in the court file. Plain copies are also available for a lower fee. The Pennsylvania Prothonotaries and Clerks of Courts Association directory lists contact information for all county prothonotaries, including Beaver County.
Note: Fees for copies follow the state schedule, so call ahead to confirm current rates before visiting the Beaver County Prothonotary.
Obtaining Copies of Beaver County Civil Court Documents
You can get copies of civil court records in Beaver County by visiting the Prothonotary's office. Provide the case number or party names. Staff will pull the file and make copies for you. Certified copies are available for legal use. Plain copies work for personal reference.
If you cannot visit in person, call the Prothonotary to ask about mail requests. You may need to send a written request with the right fee. Include as much detail as you can about the case. A docket number speeds up the search. Fees for certified copies in Beaver County follow the schedule set by state law. Payment methods accepted at the office may vary, so verify before your visit or before mailing payment. All civil court documents in Beaver County are part of the permanent public record, so even older cases should still be on file.
Beaver County Magisterial District Courts
Magisterial district courts in Beaver County handle smaller civil cases. These courts hear claims below the threshold for the Court of Common Pleas. Minor civil disputes and small claims fall under their jurisdiction. Records from these courts are kept at each district court location, not at the Prothonotary's office.
Appeals from a magisterial district court go to the Beaver County Court of Common Pleas. When a case is appealed, a new civil file is created at the higher court. That record then becomes part of the Prothonotary's files in Beaver County. The UJS Portal lists magisterial district court cases as well. Search by party name or case number to find district court matters in Beaver County.
Nearby Counties
Beaver County is in western Pennsylvania, northwest of Pittsburgh along the Ohio River. If a civil case involves parties from another county, you may need to search that county's records as well. Each county keeps its own civil court files.