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1. Where do I find the requirements to register a motor vehicle in New York?

Please go on the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles website and view/print the form MV 82.1. For more information, please call any of our Motor Vehicle Offices:

• Middletown - Phone: 845-346-1180
• Newburgh - Phone: 845-568-5230
• Port Jervis - Phone: 845-858-1480

2. How do I pay for a traffic or parking ticket?

The Orange County Clerk’s Office does not process Traffic Tickets. Please contact the Municipality where the ticket was issued. Note: The Municipality will be notated on the ticket.

3. How do I obtain my motor vehicle history information?

The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) does not allow our County offices to conduct any Motor Vehicle computer research or provide any personal Motor Vehicle information to an individual without viewing proper identification. You will need to come to one of our DMV offices in person to make this request. For more information, please call any of our Motor Vehicle Offices:

• Middletown Phone: 845-346-1180
• Newburgh Phone: 845-568-5230
• Port Jervis Phone: 845-858-1480

4. Where do I find the requirements to obtain a New York Driver's License?

Please go on the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles website and view/print the form MV 44.1. For more information, please call any of our Motor Vehicle Offices:

• Middletown Phone: 845-346-1180
• Newburgh Phone: 845-568-5230
• Port Jervis Phone: 845-858-1480

5. Where do I apply for a marriage license? How do I get a copy of my marriage license?

The Orange County Clerk’s Office does not issue or file marriage licenses. To obtain or get a copy of your Marriage License, you need to contact your City or Town clerk.

6. How do I obtain a copy of a birth certificate?

The Orange County Clerk’s Office does not issue or file birth certificates. To obtain a copy of your Birth Certificate, contact the Clerk of the municipality where you were born.