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Public Records in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania public records are governed by the Pennsylvania Right-to-Know Law, which gives residents and the public the right to access government documents and records. From property ownership and court records to business filings and vital statistics, Pennsylvania maintains extensive public databases across its 67 counties. Pennsylvania's Unified Judicial System publishes case dockets statewide through the UJS Portal, and county recorders of deeds maintain land records locally. Whether you're conducting a background check, researching property history, or verifying business information, the resources below provide direct access to official Pennsylvania public records.

What you can find
  • Property and real estate records
  • Court records (civil, criminal, and probate)
  • Business filings and corporate registrations
  • Vital records (birth, death, marriage, divorce)
  • UCC liens and secured filings
  • Professional licenses and notary commissions
How to access Pennsylvania public records

Most Pennsylvania public records can be accessed online through state agency portals like the Pennsylvania State Archives and the Pennsylvania Department of Health Division of Vital Records, or through individual county clerk websites. For records not published online, agencies accept written requests under the Pennsylvania Right-to-Know Law — usually by mail or email — and must respond within the statutory deadline. Certified copies of vital records and court documents typically require a small fee and proof of identity.

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UCC Lien Search
Pennsylvania DOS UCC Search

Search Pennsylvania UCC-1 filings with the Department of State. Returns debtor, secured party, collateral description, and filing history.

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What you can find
  • Debtor name and address
  • Secured party name and address
  • Filing date and lapse date
  • Collateral description
  • Amendment filings
Pro tip
Always search both the debtor's legal name AND any trade names or DBAs. Lenders file under the exact legal entity name — a single spelling difference means you could miss an active lien entirely.
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