Burlington County
Burlington County is located in the southern part of the state and spans about 3.75 square miles, making it New Jersey's largest county by land mass. As of 2022, the population of Burlington County was approximately 9,833. The county is known for its rich blend of rural landscapes, suburban areas, and proximity to Philadelphia, with Mount Holly serving as the county seat. Burlington County's court system is part of the New Jersey Judiciary. It operates a court system comprising Superior Courts, Surrogate, and Municipal Courts.
The Burlington County Superior Court has general jurisdiction over civil and criminal cases. It handles serious criminal matters, including felonies, civil cases involving amounts exceeding $15,000, probate cases, and appeals from lower courts. Within the Superior Court are specialized divisions like the Family and the Juvenile Court, which handle cases involving child custody, child support, domestic violence matters, and juvenile delinquency. Small Claims Division tasked with handling claims up to $3,000. The Surrogate's Court in Burlington oversees uncontested probate cases, including wills, trusts, guardianships, conservatorships, and administration of estates. The Burlington County's Municipal Courts, including those in Bass River, Beverly City, Burlington City, Chesterfield, Delran, and North Hanover, handle certain criminal offenses, including felony preliminary hearings and motor vehicle and municipal ordinance violations. They have jurisdiction over fourth-degree crimes and those punishable by less than one year of incarceration. However, more serious cases may be transferred to the Superior Court for further hearings.
The Burlington County Clerk's Office maintains and keeps court records for the county and makes them accessible to the public to foster transparency and accountability in the judicial process. These records are generated during court hearings and trials or by written decisions issued by the judge, and they include the following:
- Criminal court records
- Civil court records
- Probate court records
- Traffic court records
However, certain documents, such as records of juvenile cases, adoptions, and medical records, are redacted to protect sensitive information, per OPRA-Access To Public Records. Record seekers can obtain court records and docket information through the Clerk's Office in person, via mail, or online through the New Jersey Judiciary's case management system. This system allows for easy public access to case information. Also, they can visit the Burlington County Courthouse located at:
49 Rancocas Road
Mount Holly
New Jersey, 08060
Phone: (609) 288-9500
