Morris County, NJ Courts and Public Records
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The Morris/Sussex Vicinage of the Superior Court of New Jersey is the trial court for Morris County. It also serves Sussex County.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Court Name | Superior Court of New Jersey, Morris/Sussex Vicinage |
| Website | njcourts.gov |
| Handles | Superior Court trial matters for Morris County within the Morris/Sussex Vicinage |
| Does NOT Handle | Federal cases (U.S. District Court for New Jersey) and parking tickets (issuing agency) |
| Online Case Search | Find a Case |
How to Search Morris County Court Records
Have the person's full name, the case number if you know it, and approximate dates ready before you search. Superior Court records for Morris County are kept by the Superior Court Clerk's Office.
Online
Go to NJ Courts Find a Case to search statewide court records.
Search by name or case number, then review the case summary.
Check the eCourts portal for your case type, linked from the NJ Courts eCourts page.
Best for: Quick lookups of case status and parties
In Person
Visit the Superior Court Clerk's Office that serves Morris County.
Bring the case number and party names if you have them.
Ask the clerk which office handles your case type.
Best for: Records and copies not available online
By Mail or Email
Visit the copies of court records page on NJ Courts.
Ask the Superior Court Clerk's Office how to submit a request.
Confirm the request method before you mail or email anything.
Best for: Requests for copies of court records
Search by Name on NewJerseyCourts.org
Go to NewJerseyCourts.org and enter a full name.
Search across record types without a case number.
Confirm results with the court, since they are not official court records.
Best for: Finding leads without a case number
Morris County Court Statistics (CY 2024)
Morris County courts handled an estimated 319,309 new cases in CY 2024 and disposed of an estimated 324,814. The estimate scales New Jersey statewide totals by the county's share of state population.
~319,309
Total filings in CY 2024
~324,814
Total dispositions in CY 2024
~13,305
Filings per judicial position (24 estimated positions)
~-4.9%
Change in total filings vs CY 2023
| Metric | CY 2024 | CY 2023 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Filings | ~319,309 | ~335,825 | ~-4.9% |
| Total Dispositions | ~324,814 | ~330,320 | ~-1.7% |
| Criminal Filings | ~236,729 | ~253,245 | ~-6.5% |
| Civil Filings | ~34,133 | ~33,032 | ~+3.3% |
| Family Law Filings | ~18,168 | ~17,892 | ~+1.5% |
| Probate Filings | ~1,376 | ~1,349 | ~+2.0% |
| Mental Health Filings | ~1,101 | ~1,074 | ~+2.5% |
| Juvenile Filings | ~771 | ~743 | ~+3.8% |
| Authorized Judicial Positions | ~24 | ~24 | ~0.0% |
The largest category movement was in criminal filings. Figures marked with ~ are estimates: New Jersey statewide figures scaled by Morris County's 5.51% share of the state population.
How Have Court Filings Changed in Morris County?
Estimated total filings in Morris County moved up over the last five years; dispositions are estimated at a similar level.
| Fiscal Year | Total Filings | Total Dispositions | YoY Filing Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| CY 2024 | ~319,309 | ~324,814 | ~-4.9% |
| CY 2023 | ~335,825 | ~330,320 | ~+7.0% |
| CY 2022 | ~313,804 | ~302,793 | ~+23.9% |
| CY 2021 | ~253,245 | ~247,740 | ~+7.0% |
| CY 2020 | ~236,729 | ~231,224 | ~+7.0% |
Estimated filings changed +34.9% between CY 2020 and CY 2024, from 236,729 to 319,309. The largest annual change was +23.9% in CY 2022. The latest change of -4.9% reflects statewide New Jersey trends. Figures marked with ~ are estimates: New Jersey statewide figures scaled by Morris County's 5.51% share of the state population.
What Types of Cases Are Filed in Morris County?
Criminal cases are estimated to be the largest category in Morris County, at about 74.1% of filings in CY 2024.
| Case Type | Filings CY 2024 | Share of Total | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal | ~236,729 | ~74.1% | ~-6.5% |
| Civil | ~34,133 | ~10.7% | ~+3.3% |
| Family law | ~18,168 | ~5.7% | ~+1.5% |
| Probate | ~1,376 | ~0.4% | ~+2.0% |
| Mental health | ~1,101 | ~0.3% | ~+2.5% |
| Juvenile | ~771 | ~0.2% | ~+3.8% |
Juvenile cases are estimated as the fastest-growing category and criminal cases as the fastest-falling. Figures marked with ~ are estimates: New Jersey statewide figures scaled by Morris County's 5.51% share of the state population.
How Does Morris County Compare With New Jersey Overall?
Morris County is estimated to account for about 5.51% of the 5,800,000 cases filed in New Jersey courts in CY 2024.
| Metric | Morris County | New Jersey | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total filings | ~319,309 | 5,800,000 | ~5.51% of statewide filings |
| YoY change in filings | ~-4.9% | -4.9% | Same as state (estimate) |
| Filings per judicial position | ~13,305 | 13,182 | Estimated at the state level |
| Dispositions per judicial position equivalent | ~13,534 | 13,409 | Estimated at the state level |
| Criminal share of filings | ~74.1% | 74.1% | Same as state (estimate) |
| Civil share of filings | ~10.7% | 10.7% | Same as state (estimate) |
| Family law share of filings | ~5.7% | 5.7% | Same as state (estimate) |
These county values are estimates built from statewide New Jersey figures, so they track the state mix by design. Actual county dockets may differ. Figures marked with ~ are estimates: New Jersey statewide figures scaled by Morris County's 5.51% share of the state population.
Morris County Crime Statistics (2025)
These figures are New Jersey statewide totals as reported to the FBI, not counts for Morris County. Agency reporting may be incomplete, and county crime counts are not available here. Statewide violent and property crimes combined fell 10.9% from 2024 to 2025. In 2025, reporting agencies covered about 97.8% of New Jersey's population, so year-over-year changes can partly reflect which agencies reported.
18,509
Violent crimes, New Jersey statewide, 2025
118,178
Property crimes, New Jersey statewide, 2025 (includes arson)
193.8
Violent crime rate per 100K, New Jersey statewide, 2025 (population 9,548,215)
-10.9%
Change in total violent plus property crimes, New Jersey statewide, 2025 vs 2024 (136,687 vs 153,450)
| Offense | 2025 | Rate per 100K | 2024 | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder (homicide) | 182 | 1.9 | 232 | -21.6% |
| Rape | 1,575 | 16.5 | 1,680 | -6.2% |
| Robbery | 3,584 | 37.5 | 4,652 | -23.0% |
| Aggravated assault | 13,168 | 137.9 | 13,998 | -5.9% |
| Violent crimes total | 18,509 | 193.8 | 20,562 | -10.0% |
| Burglary | 11,169 | 117.0 | 13,562 | -17.6% |
| Larceny-theft | 92,885 | 972.8 | 103,689 | -10.4% |
| Motor vehicle theft | 13,829 | 144.8 | 15,272 | -9.4% |
| Property crimes total | 118,178 | 1237.7 | 132,888 | -11.1% |
Rates use the New Jersey 2025 population of 9,548,215. County-level rates are not published, so this section does not compare Morris County with the state. The property crimes total includes arson, so it is larger than the sum of the property offenses listed above.
Morris County Courthouse Locations
Morris County court proceedings are held at the Morris County Courthouse. Check your notice or case paperwork to confirm the courthouse assigned to your case before you go.
| Courthouse | Address | Phone | Verified Services |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morris County Courthouse | Washington and Court Streets, Morristown, NJ 07963 | 862-397-5700 | See location page |
Addresses and phone numbers come from public directory listings and may change, so confirm them with the clerk before you visit.
Which Court Handles Your Case in Morris County?
Morris County cases are heard in the New Jersey Superior Court vicinage serving the county, or in a local municipal court for minor offenses and ordinance violations. Federal matters go to the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey.
| Your Situation | Go To | Key Details |
|---|---|---|
| Traffic ticket | Municipal Court where the ticket was issued | Traffic tickets in New Jersey are handled by the municipal court of the town where the violation happened. |
| Parking ticket | Municipal Court of the issuing municipality | Parking tickets are issued by the town or agency named on the ticket and handled by its municipal court. |
| Misdemeanor | Municipal Court or Superior Court, Criminal Part, Morris County | Disorderly persons offenses go to municipal court, while indictable crimes go to the Superior Court. |
| Felony | Superior Court, Law Division, Criminal Part, Morris County | New Jersey calls serious offenses indictable crimes, and they are heard in the Superior Court. |
| DUI | Municipal Court where the arrest occurred | DUI charges in New Jersey are generally handled in municipal court. |
| Domestic violence | Superior Court, Chancery Division, Family Part, Morris County | Restraining orders and related family matters are handled by the Family Part. |
| Civil lawsuit | Superior Court, Law Division, Civil Part, Morris County | Larger civil claims are filed in the Civil Part of the Superior Court. |
| Small claims | Superior Court, Law Division, Special Civil Part, Morris County | The Special Civil Part has a small claims section for lower dollar disputes. |
| Eviction | Superior Court, Special Civil Part, Landlord/Tenant, Morris County | Eviction cases are heard in the Special Civil Part. |
| Divorce | Superior Court, Chancery Division, Family Part, Morris County | Divorce cases are filed in the Family Part. |
| Child custody or support | Superior Court, Chancery Division, Family Part, Morris County | Custody and support matters are handled by the Family Part. |
| Probate or estate | Morris County Surrogate's Court and Superior Court, Chancery Division, Probate Part | The Surrogate handles most estate filings, and contested matters go to the Probate Part. |
| Juvenile case | Superior Court, Chancery Division, Family Part, Morris County | Juvenile delinquency cases are heard in the Family Part. |
| Appeal | Superior Court, Appellate Division, or the New Jersey Supreme Court | Appeals are not heard locally and go to the state appellate courts. |
Are Morris County Court Records Public?
Court records for Morris County are generally open to the public, but records made confidential by law, court rule, or court order are restricted.
Public records
Copies of court records are available through the Superior Court Clerk's Office, as described on the copies of court records page.
Restricted or confidential records
Records made confidential by law, court rule, or court order are not available to the public. Requests for sealed or restricted records may require a court order.
Online access
Case information can be searched through NJ Courts Find a Case, and electronic access options are described on the electronic access page. Online results do not necessarily include every document.
In-person access
Visit the Superior Court Clerk's Office that serves Morris County to view or request records. Confirm the office location before you go.
Fees
This page lists no fee amounts. Ask the Superior Court Clerk's Office for current fees before you request copies.
How to Search Morris County Court Records Online
Use the official New Jersey Judiciary resources to look up public case information for Morris County matters.
- Identify the case type and which court is handling it.
- Choose the official New Jersey Judiciary resource for that case type.
- Search by party name, ticket number, or docket number.
- Review the case details, hearing dates, and status shown.
- Contact the Morris County court clerk for documents that are not available online.
| Case Type | Where to Search | What You'll Find | Limits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal | New Jersey Judiciary public access resources | Case information varies by case type; municipal court matters may be handled through the municipal court or its listed system. | Coverage differs by court and case type; some records are not public online. |
| Traffic | Municipal Court, or NJ MCDirect where available | Ticket status and payment options for eligible municipal court matters. | Not every ticket or municipal case is eligible, and court documents usually require a request to the court. |
| Civil | New Jersey Judiciary civil case resources | Civil case information and docket details where made public. | Documents and some filings may require a request to the clerk. |
| Small claims | New Jersey Judiciary, Special Civil Part | Small claims case information through the Special Civil Part. | Not every small claims record is available online. |
| Family law | Family Part, New Jersey Judiciary | Limited public information about family matters. | Many family law records are confidential and are not shown online. |
| Probate | Morris County Surrogate's Court | Estate filing information through the Surrogate's office. | Probate documents generally require a request to the Surrogate. |
| Juvenile | Family Part, New Jersey Judiciary | Little to none. | Juvenile records are generally confidential and not available through public online search. |
How to Pay Fines & Citations in Morris County
The online payment method for Morris County fines and citations is not listed here, so this section shows no payment options that have not been verified.
Ask the Superior Court Clerk's Office which payment methods it accepts for Morris County fines and citations.
For fines tied to adult probation supervision, see the NJ Courts Adult Probation fines page.
Parking tickets are handled by the agency that issued them, not by the court.
Morris County Court Records FAQ
How do I search Morris County court records?
Use NJ Courts Find a Case to search by name or case number, or contact the Superior Court Clerk's Office.
Are court records public?
Court records are generally public, but records made confidential by law, court rule, or court order are restricted.
How do I find a criminal case?
Search the eCourts Criminal portal by name or case number, or ask the Superior Court Clerk's Office.
How do I find a court date?
Check the notice or paperwork you received, or contact the Superior Court Clerk's Office for your case.
How do I pay a traffic ticket?
This page does not list an online payment method, so ask the Superior Court Clerk's Office which payment methods it accepts.
How many cases are filed in Morris County each year?
County filing counts are not published here, so no annual case total is shown.
What is the most common case type in Morris County?
County case type counts are not published here, so no most-common category is shown.
Is crime in New Jersey rising or falling?
County crime counts are not available here. Statewide, reported violent crimes fell 10.0% to 18,509 in 2025 from 20,562 in 2024, and property crimes fell 11.1% to 118,178 from 132,888, as reported to the FBI. These are New Jersey statewide figures, and reporting coverage changed between years.
Courts in the County
Passaic Municipal CourtMore Info
| Address: | 330 Passaic Street, Passaic, NJ, 7055 |
| Phone Number: | 973-365-3975 |
| Fax: | 973-365-3975 |
| Website: | https://www.cityofpassaic.com/298/Municipal-Court |
Parsippany-Troy Hills Municipal CourtMore Info
| Address: | 3333 Route 46 East, Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ, 7054 |
| Phone Number: | 973-263-4290 ext. 1 |
| Fax: | 973-402-5641 |
| Website: | http://www.parsippany.net/218/Municipal-Court |
Mount Olive Township Municipal CourtMore Info
| Address: | 204 Flanders-Drakestown Road, PO Box 450, Mount Olive, NJ, 7828 |
| Phone Number: | 973-691-0900 ext. 7242 |
| Fax: | 973-691-0288 |
| Website: | https://www.mountolivetwpnj.org/municipal-court |
Randolph Township Municipal CourMore Info
| Address: | 502 Millbrook Avenue, Randolph, NJ, 7869 |
| Phone Number: | 973-989-7054 |
| Fax: | 973-989-1496 |
| Website: | https://www.randolphnj.org/government/municipal_court |
Rockaway Township Municipal CourtMore Info
| Address: | 65 Mount Hope Road, Rockaway, NJ, 7866 |
| Phone Number: | 973-627-9000 |
| Fax: | 973-627-5998 |
| Website: | https://www.rockawaytownship.org/186/Court |
Useful Links
- New Jersey Courts - Official website of the New Jersey Judiciary providing information on court services, resources and online access to records.
- Morris County Surrogate's Court - Offers information on wills, probate, guardianship, and more for Morris County residents.
- NJ Public Access to Court Records - Access New Jersey's online database for public court records with details on various cases.
- Morris County Clerk's Office - Find information about public records, filing services, land records, and election services in Morris County.
- Legal Services of New Jersey - Non-profit organization providing legal assistance and resources for low-income individuals and families in New Jersey.
- New Jersey Courts Self-Help Center - Offers legal forms, guides, and resources to help individuals find legal information and assistance.
- New Jersey Domestic Violence Procedures - Information on domestic violence restraining orders and resources for victims of domestic violence in New Jersey.
- Morris County Municipal Court Listings - Directory of municipal courts in Morris County, including contact details and jurisdictional information.
- New Jersey Courts Lawyer Referral Services - Resource for finding lawyer referral services and pro bono legal assistance in New Jersey.
- New Jersey Court Forms - Access a variety of court forms needed for legal proceedings in New Jersey courts.
- New Jersey Public Defender Resources - Provides resources and information for those needing public defender services in New Jersey.
- Morris County Government Portal - Official portal for government departments, resources and services offered by Morris County.
- Morris County Bar Association - Professional organization providing resources, networking and legal education for lawyers in Morris County.
- ACLU of New Jersey - Defends civil liberties and provides legal resources and advocacy for residents in New Jersey.
- New Jersey Office of the Attorney General Consumer Protection - Offers legal information and services related to consumer protection issues in New Jersey.
- Legal Services of New Jersey Employment Law Resources - Provides information and assistance regarding employment law issues in New Jersey.
- Morris County Prosecutor's Office - Provides legal services for criminal prosecutions and resources for victim assistance in Morris County.
- New Jersey Office of the State Comptroller - Conducts audits, investigations and provides transparency on the use of public funds in New Jersey.
- LSNJLAW - Legal Services of New Jersey - Online resource offering legal information, advice and representation for New Jersey residents.
- New Jersey Department of Community Affairs - Offers resources on housing, community development and assistance programs for New Jersey residents.
Table of Contents
- Morris County, Courts and Public Records
- How to Search Morris County Court Records
- Morris County Court Statistics (CY 2024)
- How Have Court Filings Changed in Morris County?
- What Types of Cases Are Filed in Morris County?
- How Does Morris County Compare With New Jersey Overall?
- Morris County Crime Statistics (2025)
- Morris County Courthouse Locations
- Which Court Handles Your Case in Morris County?
- Are Morris County Court Records Public?
- How to Search Morris County Court Records Online
- How to Pay Fines & Citations in Morris County
- Morris County Court Records FAQ
- Courts in the County
- Useful Links