Huntingdon County Family Court Records and Docket Search
Huntingdon County family court records are maintained by Prothonotary and Clerk of Courts Sarah Snare at the Court of Common Pleas in Huntingdon, Pennsylvania. The Huntingdon County Prothonotary handles custody, divorce, Protection from Abuse orders, judgments, and support actions for the county's residents. The courthouse is located at 223 Penn Street, Huntingdon, PA 16652. You can search Huntingdon County family court records through the statewide UJS Portal at ujsportal.pacourts.us, or contact the Prothonotary's office at 814-643-1610 for in-person access and certified copies.
Huntingdon County Quick Facts
Huntingdon County Family Court System
The Huntingdon County Court of Common Pleas is part of Pennsylvania's Unified Judicial System under 42 Pa.C.S. § 301. The court serves all residents of Huntingdon County from its historic courthouse on Penn Street in the borough of Huntingdon. Family law matters filed in Huntingdon County include divorce proceedings, child custody and visitation disputes, child and spousal support actions, Protection from Abuse petitions, adoptions, guardianship matters, and name change petitions.
Huntingdon County family court proceedings are governed by Title 23 Pa.C.S. Domestic Relations. Under this statute, Pennsylvania recognizes no-fault divorce on the grounds of mutual consent, with an affidavit of consent that cannot be signed until at least 90 days after the complaint is served. A self-representation divorce packet is available online for Huntingdon County residents handling their own divorce cases without an attorney. Marriage counseling is available but will not delay divorce proceedings under Pennsylvania law.
The Huntingdon County Prothonotary and Clerk of Courts is Sarah Snare. She can be reached at 814-643-1610 or 814-643-5511, with fax at 814-643-4271, or by email at ssnare@huntingdoncounty.net. The Prothonotary prepares certified copies of divorce decrees, issues writs of execution, records oaths of office, and forwards Protection from Abuse case data to the Pennsylvania State Police for inclusion in the statewide registry. A custody action can be filed separately from or simultaneously with a divorce complaint in Huntingdon County.
The Huntingdon County court website at huntingdoncountycourt.net provides information about court services, local rules, and contact details for all court offices. The UJS Portal includes Huntingdon County case dockets in its free public search.
Huntingdon County Family Court Records Access
Remote access to Huntingdon County family court records is available through INFOCON. This subscription service charges a $25 setup fee, $1.10 per minute of usage, and a minimum of $25 per month. INFOCON provides docket access and may allow retrieval of certain documents depending on what Huntingdon County has made available through the system. This service is used primarily by attorneys and professional researchers who access Huntingdon County records frequently.
Under 204 Pa. Code § 213.81, the Pennsylvania Public Access Policy limits remote access to dockets, orders, and opinions. Full case documents including pleadings, financial affidavits, and custody evaluations require an in-person visit to the Huntingdon County Courthouse or a written mail request addressed to the Prothonotary. In-person access is available during regular business hours at 223 Penn Street, Huntingdon, PA 16652.
To request divorce records by mail from Huntingdon County, write to the Prothonotary's office at 223 Penn Street, Huntingdon, PA 16652. Include the full names of both parties, the approximate years the case was filed, and the township where the parties lived. A small fee applies for copies. Certified copies of divorce decrees are available for a per-page certification fee. For questions, call 814-643-1610 during business hours.
The Huntingdon County Prothonotary and Clerk of Courts page shown below provides direct information about obtaining family court records in Huntingdon, PA.
The Huntingdon County Prothonotary page at huntingdoncountycourt.net explains the records maintained by Sarah Snare's office and how to request copies of family court documents.
Note: The pro se divorce packet for Huntingdon County is available at huntingdoncountycourt.net and contains all forms needed for a self-represented divorce filing.
Types of Family Court Records in Huntingdon County
Huntingdon County family court records span the full range of domestic relations matters heard at the Court of Common Pleas. The Prothonotary explicitly handles custody actions, divorce proceedings, Protection from Abuse matters, judgment filings, and support actions. Each case type produces its own set of documents filed under a unique docket number and stored in the Prothonotary's office at the Huntingdon County Courthouse.
Divorce records in Huntingdon County include the initial complaint in divorce, proof of service, the affidavit of consent (which under Pennsylvania law cannot be signed until at least 90 days after the complaint is served), any marital settlement agreement, and the final divorce decree. Certified copies of the divorce decree are available through the Prothonotary and are commonly needed for name changes, remarriage, and property transactions. Child custody records in Huntingdon County include the custody complaint, any emergency custody orders issued without notice to the other party, and the final custody order. Custody actions can be filed before or after the divorce complaint in Huntingdon County.
Support records document income information, the initial support order, and all modification petitions and orders. PFA records in Huntingdon County reflect the complete process from emergency petition through any final hearing, with final orders transmitted to the Pennsylvania State Police for the statewide registry. Name change petitions, adoption records, guardianship matters, and paternity actions are also filed through the Huntingdon County Court of Common Pleas. Adoption records are sealed by statute and not publicly available.
- Divorce complaints and final decrees
- Child custody and visitation orders
- Support orders (child and spousal)
- Protection from Abuse (PFA) orders
- Name change petitions
- Adoption and guardianship records
- Paternity actions
Huntingdon County Prothonotary and Clerk of Courts
Sarah Snare serves as the combined Prothonotary and Clerk of Courts for Huntingdon County. The Prothonotary is the civil records office, maintaining all family court filings. The Clerk of Courts handles criminal case records, including juvenile delinquency matters. The two functions being combined in one office in Huntingdon County means a single office handles both civil family court records and criminal records requests.
The Huntingdon County Prothonotary prepares certified copies of divorce decrees and other court orders, issues writs of execution for enforcement of judgments, records official oaths for public officials, and ensures that Protection from Abuse case data is transmitted to the Pennsylvania State Police as required by state law. The office also provides a self-representation divorce packet for residents handling their own divorce cases, available through the court website. Marriage counseling services are available through Huntingdon County but will not delay divorce proceedings.
The Huntingdon County courts main page shown below is the central resource for locating court services, calendars, and contact information for all court offices in Huntingdon.
The Huntingdon County courts website at huntingdoncountycourt.net provides schedules, local rules, and contact information for the Prothonotary and other court offices handling family court records.
| Court |
Huntingdon County Court of Common Pleas Prothonotary/Clerk of Courts: Sarah Snare 223 Penn Street Huntingdon, PA 16652 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 814-643-1610 | 814-643-5511 | Fax: 814-643-4271 |
| ssnare@huntingdoncounty.net | |
| Records Access | INFOCON subscription; in-person or mail at courthouse |
| Website | huntingdoncountycourt.net |
Legal Help for Huntingdon County Family Court Cases
Huntingdon County residents facing family court proceedings have access to several legal resources through Pennsylvania statewide programs. Free legal help is available to qualifying individuals, and self-help tools are available to all Huntingdon County residents regardless of income.
Pennsylvania Legal Aid serves Huntingdon County through regional offices in central Pennsylvania. Visit palegalaid.net to apply for free legal assistance with custody, support, PFA, and divorce matters in Huntingdon County. Income eligibility requirements apply. The Temple Law Pennsylvania Family Court Research Guide provides a comprehensive overview of family court procedures, relevant statutes, and record access rules applicable in Huntingdon County.
The pro se divorce packet available at huntingdoncountycourt.net is a valuable resource for Huntingdon County residents representing themselves in divorce proceedings. Standardized forms for custody, support, and PFA matters are also available at pacourts.us/forms. The Pennsylvania Bar Association lawyer referral line at (800) 692-7375 provides referrals to family law attorneys who handle cases in Huntingdon County.
Note: Huntingdon County offers marriage counseling services, though participation does not pause or delay divorce proceedings under Pennsylvania law.
Nearby Counties
Huntingdon County is centrally located in Pennsylvania and is bordered by several counties. Family court jurisdiction is determined by residence, so confirm the correct county before requesting records or filing a new case.