Snyder County: Frequently Asked Questions Snyder County, Pennsylvania Snyder County: Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions


Below is a list of questions and answers that can act as a guide  and assist you in finding and using Snyder County Government resources. 

If you can't find the answer to  your question here, contact the commissioners office at 570-837-4208 or commissioners@snydercounty.org


When do I have to report to Jury Duty?
After receiving notification, know your Juror number (found at the bottom of your jury duty summons) and call the court administrator at 570-837-4344 during business hours for more information.

I have questions about Jury Duty;
I am going to be late or can’t make it - who do I talk to?
Call the Court Administrator - 570-837-4344 

Who monitors adults with a Criminal Record?
Adult Probation Office 570-837-4251

Who do I contact for DNA testing?
Domestic Relations -
570-837-4230

Who do I speak with for Child Custody Hearings?
Prothonotary's Office - 570-837-4202

Who monitor’s Juveniles (18 years of age and under) with criminal records?
Juvenile Probation - 570-837-2423

Who monitor’s adults with a Criminal Record?
Adult Probation Office 570-837-4251

Contact Warrant control or a Constable.
Sheriff Dept - 570-837-3311

Where do I contact criminals working off community service?
Adult Probation Office 570-837-4251

My children have been placed in the care of Children and Youth Services.
Children and Youth - Children in Care - 570-374-4570

Where do I get information on becoming a Foster Parent?
Children and Youth - Foster Parenting - 570-374-4570

Where do I report suspected child abuse?
Children and Youth- Child Abuse Reporting - 570-374-4570

Where do you apply for Protection
from Abuse (PFA) and Restraining orders
Prothonotary's Office - 570-837-4202

Where do I make payments for Court Costs and Fines?
Prothonotary's Office - 570-837-4202

Phone Number: 570-837-4202
Handles:

  • Copies of Liens
  • Questions on foreclosures
  • Criminal records
  • Information on how to get Birth Certificates
  • Information on how to get Death Certificates
  • Marriage licenses
  • Records of Divorces
  • Name changes
  • Case number on clients,
  • Licensed Businesses
  • Where you file for Divorces
  • Jury Duty Payment
  • Passports
  • Emancipation
  • Names of Bail bondsmen

  • REGISTER AND RECORDER

Phone Number: 570-837-4224
Handles:

  • Copies of deeds
  • Estates
  • Notary Commissions
  • Satisfaction Pieces
  • Short Certificates
  • Subdivision Plans
  • Wills
  • Military Discharge Papers (Available to family, not as public record)

  • SHERIFF’S OFFICE

Phone Number: 570-837-3311
Handles: Permits for Firearms
Sheriff Sale
Outstanding Warrants
Constable

  • TREASURER’S OFFICE

Phone Number: 570-837-4221
Handles:
Dog Licenses (also available at Animal Specialties in Williamsport, Mountain Shadows in South Williamsport, and the SPCA on Reach Road)
Hunting Licenses
Small Games of Chance Licenses
Fishing Licenses
Bingo Licenses

  • REAL ESTATE OR LAND QUESTIONS

Who do I contact for Perc Testing, Zoning information and Building Permits?
This is the responsibility of each municipality.  More Information>>

Who do I contact to get maps?
Planning Commission: 570-837-4257

How do I find out the ownership of property?
Assessment Office: 570-837-4216

Where can I find information on Clean and Green?
Assessment Office: 570-837-4216

I have questions on my occupation Tax, who do I talk with?
Assessment Office: 570-837-4216

Where do I pay Delinquent taxes on real estate?
Tax Claim office: 570-837-4219

Where do I get Tax Lien Certificates?
Tax Claim office: 570-837-4219

  • PUBLIC SAFETY QUESTIONS

When shouldn’t I call 911?

Don't call 911 for road travel or severe weather information

Don't call for repair of your household appliances,
your car, etc…

Don't call for complaints of excessive noise,
littering, pets up a tree, legal advice,
the time or directions

What information do I need to give the 911 dispatcher

Street Address

Municipality

Nature of the emergency

RESOURCE MANAGEMENT SERVICES

What do I do with left over paint?
Donate leftovers to community, school or theater groups. What cannot be reused can be solidified by removing the lid and letting it dry out or by absorbing with sawdust or clay based kitty litter. The solidified paint can and lid can be wrapped securely in a plastic bag and put out with the other trash.





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