Perry County Traffic Records Lookup
Perry County traffic court records document every moving violation case heard by the county's Magisterial District Courts. These records are public and can be searched online or in person at the courthouse in New Bloomfield. Perry County operates three MDJ offices that handle traffic citations issued anywhere in the county. Whether you need a docket sheet, case status, or hearing information, the Pennsylvania Unified Judicial System gives you free access to Perry County traffic court records online.
Perry County Quick Facts
How to Find Perry County Traffic Court Records
The UJS Web Portal at ujsportal.pacourts.us is the easiest starting point for Perry County traffic court records. You can search free of charge by party name or docket number. The system shows MDJ case information, hearing outcomes, and payment status. Traffic records from all three Perry County MDJ courts appear in this statewide database.
For in-person access, visit the Perry County Clerk of Courts at 2 East Main Street, New Bloomfield, PA 17068. Zoe Burd serves as Clerk of Courts. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Staff can search records by name or case number and provide copies. Call (717) 582-2131 before you visit to confirm what you need to bring.
Perry County traffic court records also connect to PennDOT's driving record system. Every conviction reported by an MDJ in Perry County goes to PennDOT, which updates the driver's record. You can check your own driving record at the PennDOT online driver record portal.
Note: As of November 2025, filing fees in Perry County increased by $1.00 per the JCS fee schedule update.
Perry County Court Structure and Traffic Cases
Perry County courts include one Court of Common Pleas, one Orphans' Court, and three Magisterial District Courts. Christina L. Zook serves as District Court Administrator and can be reached at (717) 582-5143 option 5. The three MDJ offices cover different geographic zones within Perry County. When a traffic citation is issued anywhere in Perry County, it goes to the MDJ for that area.
The image above from the Perry County Clerk of Courts website shows the official records office where traffic court files are maintained. Magisterial District Judges in Perry County have authority to hear summary traffic offenses under 42 Pa.C.S. Section 1515. They handle cases involving speeding, traffic signal violations, improper turns, and most other moving violations under the Pennsylvania Vehicle Code, Title 75.
Appeals from MDJ decisions go to the Court of Common Pleas at 2 East Main Street, PO Box 325, New Bloomfield, PA 17068. The Court of Common Pleas hears the case again with a new hearing, which is called a de novo appeal.
Perry County Clerk of Courts Office
The Perry County Clerk of Courts is the official custodian of criminal court records, including traffic cases that are appealed to Common Pleas. Zoe Burd holds this office. The Clerk records and processes all criminal and juvenile records filed in Perry County. Traffic citations that result in criminal charges also pass through this office.
Court records available through the Clerk include docket sheets, case history, hearing transcripts (upon request), and judgment information. The Civil Judgments portal and the UJS Case Search portal both provide online access to Perry County records. The courthouse address is 2 East Main Street, PO Box 325, New Bloomfield, PA 17068.
The Perry County Courts page provides current contact information for all MDJ offices and court administration. This is the best starting point for confirming which MDJ handles cases from a specific part of Perry County.
| Office |
Clerk of Courts 2 East Main Street, PO Box 325 New Bloomfield, PA 17068 Phone: 717-582-2131 Fax: 717-582-5167 |
|---|---|
| Key Official | Zoe Burd, Clerk of Courts |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| District Court Administrator | Christina L. Zook, (717) 582-5143 option 5 |
Traffic Citation Process in Perry County
A traffic stop in Perry County creates a court record the moment an officer issues a citation. The officer sends the citation to the correct MDJ office. The MDJ office mails a notice to the driver. Drivers can respond by mail, pay online, or request a hearing. Each step creates a new entry in the traffic court docket.
Requesting a hearing is your right under Pennsylvania law. At the hearing, you appear before the MDJ and can contest the citation. The MDJ weighs the evidence and issues a ruling. If found guilty, the fine is entered. A not-guilty ruling ends the case. Either outcome creates a public record viewable through the UJS Portal. Under 42 Pa.C.S. Section 1302, the traffic court jurisdiction in Pennsylvania covers summary offenses defined under Title 75.
You have 30 days from the date of judgment to file an appeal in Perry County. The appeal goes to the Court of Common Pleas, where you get a new hearing. You must pay any required appeal fees at the Clerk of Courts office. Online payments for fines are available through PAePay.
Note: PennDOT receives reports of traffic convictions and updates your driving record, which can affect your insurance rates and license status.
Perry County Traffic Records and PennDOT
Every traffic conviction in Perry County is reported to PennDOT. The state's driving record system tracks all violations, points, and license actions for Pennsylvania drivers. Traffic court records from Perry County MDJs become part of the statewide driving history database maintained by PennDOT.
The PennDOT public records FAQ explains what information is available on a driving record and who can request it. Drivers can view their own records online. Perry County residents can access PennDOT services at local driver license centers or online through the PennDOT website.
The Perry County court records page provides a summary of the court structure and how to access traffic records in the county. The UJS Portal and PennDOT together give a full picture of any traffic case and its effect on a driving record.
Cities in Perry County
Perry County is a rural county in central Pennsylvania. New Bloomfield is the county seat and home to the courthouse. Traffic citations from all townships and boroughs in Perry County are handled by the three MDJ offices that serve different parts of the county.
Nearby Counties
Perry County borders several central Pennsylvania counties. If you received a citation near a county line, check the citation carefully to see which county's MDJ has your case.