Overview
The Supreme Court generally hears cases that are outside the authority of the lower courts, such as: civil matters involving higher dollar amounts; divorce, separation, and annulment proceedings; and criminal prosecutions of felonies. Supreme Courts hear civil matters while the County Courts hear criminal matters.
County Courts are located in each county outside New York City. County Courts, City Courts, and Town and Village Courts share authority to handle trials in misdemeanor cases and other minor offenses. But only County Courts have the authority to conduct trials in felony matters. County Courts also have limited authority over cases involving claims up to $25,000.
Location
223 West Main Street
Johnstown, NY 12095
United States
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
E-Filing is mandatory for select case types
*Review protocols for mandatory case types*
Court Clerk's Office
Daniel Vardaro, Chief Clerk
Gretchen Cole, Deputy Chief Clerk
Chambers
Supreme Court
Hon. Martin D. Auffredou
Phone: 518-480-6302
Email: [email protected]
Hon. Rebecca A. Slezak
Phone: 518-853-4432
Email: [email protected]
County Court
Hon. Michael W. Smrtic
Phone: 518-706-3285
Email: [email protected]
Hon. Chad W. Brown
Phone: 518-706-3305
Email: [email protected]