FAQs • Ontario County, NY • CivicEngage

How do I become a notary public?: If you would like to become a notary public please visit notaries for information about notaries, renewals, and changes.

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County Clerk

1. How do I keep my pistol permit info private?: Download the form at the link below and submit to your local licensing office. In Ontario County, the County Clerk's Office administers pistol permits and will be accepting the opt out form from residents. NYS Firearms Request for Public Records Exemption

2. How do I learn more about the NY Safe Act?: The NYS Governor's Office has setup a website with answers to frequently asked questions about the new firearms laws passed in January of 2013. The website link is listed below. If you have concerns about the new law, we ask that you direct your comments to your elected state officials in the Legislature, Senate, and Governor's Office. Contact information for your state officials can be found here

NY SAFE Act Website

3. How do I acquire a copy of a birth, death or marriage certificate?: Anyone needing a copy of a birth, death, or marriage record for Ontario County would need to contact the town, city, or village clerk where the event took place. Municipal Directory

4. How do I become a notary public?: If you would like to become a notary public please visit notaries for information about notaries, renewals, and changes.

5. Does the County Clerk sell hunting licenses?: No, however there are many other locations within Ontario County where licenses may be obtained, including your town or city clerk's office.

6. Where can I find out information about applying for a passport?: The U.S. Department of State website. Link.

7. Are criminal records available through the County Clerk?: Yes, click here.