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This York County Government Office for Row Officers oversees both the Clerk of Orphan's Court and the Register of Wills. Orphan's Court:(717)771-9288 and Wills':(717) 771-9607 The duties of the Clerk of Orphans' Court include: filing petitions for incapacitated persons and petitions for the appointment of guardians for minors, petitions for adoptions (which records are confidential), the granting of marriage licenses, and records of births and deaths from 1893 through 1906. Birth and death records of persons born after 1906 are on file with the Pennsylvania Department of Health, Division of Vital Records, New Castle, Pa 16103. Phone: (724) 656-3100. This office is also responsible in assisting the Judge of Orphans' Court during court proceedings as well as the documents pertaining to those proceedings. As register of wills, this office has jurisdiction over the probate of wills and the granting of letters of testamentary and letters of administration to persons properly

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Provides assessment to determine if individuals qualify for expense assistance towards cost of care. Types of care include: Personal Boarding Homes Nursing Facilities

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Geriatric Assessment
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Providing a court system to facilitate access to justice.

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Investigations for the court and probation and parole supervision. Collect restitution for victims of crime.

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Provides health services aimed at the prevention of disease, the protection of Bucks County residents from hazards to their health, and the promotion of healthy living. Services range from immunizations to long-term care facilities.

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    Provides health services aimed at the prevention of disease, the protection of Bucks County residents from hazards to their health, and the promotion of healthy living. Services range from immunizations to long-term care facilities.

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    Provides documents on civil matters.

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    Provides government services for Delaware County, including emergency services, aging services, adult and family services, permits, human services, and election services.

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    Provides assistance to veterans and their families with applying for the benefits they have earned during their service.

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    Burial/Cremation Expense Assistance
    Provides general information and connects individuals with appropriate department within the municipal administration.

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    Provides system wide program planning for individuals with mental health, developmental disabilities, or developmental delay.

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    Record keeping office of Washington County. Maintains records pertaining to criminal cases, roads, miscellaneous records; responsible for collections of cash, fines, and restitution.

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    Lackawanna County Government offices.

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    The Lackawanna County Department of Planning and Economic Development is the administering agency for the Community Development Block Grant Program for 38 municipalities in the County.

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    Offers county operations, including administration/human resources, economic development, corrections, court services, fiscal affairs, human services, public works, and the offices of the Coroner, Public Defender, Sheriff, and Solicitor. Information on county services.

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    Probate Courts
    Law Enforcement Records/Files
    Domestic Violence Protective/Restraining Orders
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    Immigration/Naturalization Legal Services
    Name Change Assistance
    Marriage Licenses
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    Correctional Facilities
    Criminal Record Expungement Assistance
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    Fire Stations
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    Concealed Weapons Permits
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    Divorce Records
    Land Use Planning and Regulation Services
    Child Custody Orders
    Consumer Complaints
    Small Claims Courts
    Tax Collection Agencies
    Land Deeds/Titles
    Passports
    Certificates/Forms Assistance
    Property Tax Information
    Court Records
    Home Rehabilitation Loans
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    Crime Witness Support
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    Land Records
    To continue to provide cost efficient para-transit service, which addresses the recognized needs of the âtransportation disadvantagedâ population of Lackawanna County at the current level of service.

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    Manages the non-judicial functions of the court including jury management, liaison functions to various groups and agencies, personnel and fiscal management calendar and scheduling management information systems, and public information.
    Registers voters and manages elections for York County. Handles requests, such as: Handing in Mail-In and Absentee Ballots, Updating your registration, Applying for a ballot, and Handing in campaign finance. All new voter registrations and changes of address, name, or party affiliation must be recorded and maintained.

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    Receives and deposit all monies due and payable to the County of York. Offers hunting, fishing, bingo, small games of chance, and dog licenses. Collects the County Hotel Excise Tax.

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    Provides information on the offices, services, and programs of Cambria County Government.

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    Provides all county civil proceedings that include civil complaints, mortgage foreclosure actions, state and federal tax liens, district magistrate judgements, protection from abuse, divorce, and custody and support actions.

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    All civil litigation is filed with the Prothonotary. A few examples include the following:
  • family court matters such as divorce, child custody and protection from abuse cases.
  • unpaid debt complaints
  • malpractice actions
  • mortgage foreclosures
  • personal injury cases
  • equity actions
  • replevin
  • district justice civil judgment appeals
  • license suspension appeals
  • administrative agency appeals
  • actions in ejectment
  • condemnation proceedings
  • Liens against real estate and personal property are also part of the records.
  • The office also serves as the passport acceptance agent. Records date back to 1759.
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    On the county's budget and finance page you will find access to York County's key financial documents, including annual budgets, audits and financial reports. https://yorkcountypa.gov/county-administration/budget-and-finance.html We welcome you to review these documents, which will help explain the functions of county government and how public money is spent. Perhaps the two most important documents for understanding the County's financial picture are the Budgets and Comprehensive Annual Financial Reports. The annual budgets are approved by the County Commissioners each year and reflect projected revenue and expenditures. Available here are both a line-item summary of each year's budget and a presentation meant to help highlight trends. The comprehensive annual financial reports outline actual expenses and revenues in a given year, and provide an accounting of the County's assets and liabilities. York County Government

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    The Clerk of Courts/Orphans' Court provides the following services: MARRIAGE LICENSE APPLICATION - provides Franklin County residents with marriage licenses. An online application is available. CERTIFIED DUPLICATE MARRIAGE LICENSE - The Clerk’s Office will only have record of marriages APPLIED for in Franklin County. Certified Duplicates are $8.00/each - Years available 1885-Present ***When calling or at the Office please be prepared with Bride/Groom names at application and exact date of marriage. BIRTH/DEATH CERTIFICATES - these are kept in New Castle, PA at the Vital Records Department www.health.state.pa.us/vitalrecords 724-656-3100 birth/3279 death Order forms are available in the Clerk’s Office

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