Cambria County
Cambria County is located in central Pennsylvania and was established in 1807. It was named after the Latin name for Wales, showcasing the Welsh culture of the early white settlers. According to the July 1, 2023 estimate, 130,668 people are living in the county.
The Cambria County judicial system features two key courts: the Court of Common Pleas and the Magisterial District Courts. The Court of Common Pleas serves as the primary trial court in Cambria County, handling major civil and criminal cases. Among the cases adjudicated in this court are contract disputes, juvenile cases, felonies, probate matters, misdemeanors, torts, and mental health cases.
Serving as the first point of access to the judicial system, the Magisterial District Courts primarily conduct preliminary hearings for felony and misdemeanor cases. Additionally, they address summary offenses, civil claims not exceeding $12,000, landlord-tenant disputes, and traffic violations.
As mandated by the law, Cambria County court records are available to the public, excluding those related to juvenile and mental health cases. The Clerk of Courts is responsible for the preservation and dissemination of the records of criminal cases heard in the Court of Common Pleas. On the other hand, the Prothonotary serves as the official custodian of civil court records.
As a member of the public, you can access the physical and electronic records of the following case types in Cambria County:
- Civil cases: such as family law matters, contract disputes
- Criminal case: including misdemeanor, traffic offense, and felony cases
- Landlord-tenant case
- Probate case: including wills and codicils
To view the physical court records in your case, you may visit the Office of the Clerk where you originally filed the case. Depending on the complexity of your request, it is advisable to contact the appropriate Clerk before your visit. The Cambria County Courthouse at 200 S Center St, Ebensburg, PA 15931 houses all the Clerks' Offices. Alternatively, you may access case summaries, docket sheets, and Magisterial District Courts records online through the UJS web portal.
