Important
In all other class counties these offices are separate. In Sullivan County there are 5 different offices under the Prothonotary.
Marriage License Requirements
- If either party was divorced, must have certified copy of Divorce Decree.
- 3 day waiting period after applying.
- License is good for 60 days.
- Must have photo I.D.
Birth/Death Certificates
According to Act 28 of 2014, starting July 1, 2014, the cost of each certified copy of the birth certificate will increase from $10.00 to $20.00. The additional $10 will be used by the Department of Public Welfare to help fund and provide for children’s advocacy centers as well as child abuse prevention training.
The last day to obtain certificates at $10 (excluding processing and delivery fee) is June 30, 2014.
Mailed in applications must be postmarked by June 30, 2014 to qualify at the $10.00 fee. Applications received with a post mark after June 30, 2014 and without the proper fee will be returned unprocessed.
First copies for new births will still be offered free of charge and fees may be waived for individuals who served or are currently serving in the Armed Forces or their dependent.
Passports
For new Passport Applications or Passport Renewals, please follow the links below.
For more information on U.S. Passports, please see United States Passports & International Travel.
Fees
Forms And Helpful Resources
- Mortgage Satisfaction Piece
- Realty Transfer Tax Form
- Custody and Visitation Form
- Divorce Form
- Common Pleas - Civil Cover Sheet
- Petition for Probate and Grant of Letters
- Representing Yourself
Additional forms can be found at The Unified Judicial System of Pennsylvania website.
Contact Prothonotary, Recorder, Clerk of Courts, Register of Wills
Sullivan County Prothonotary
245 Muncy Street
P.O. Box 157
Laporte, PA 18626
1-570-946-7351
1-570-946-7105 (Fax)
Staff
Kellie Carpenter - Prothonotary, Recorder, Clerk of Courts, Register of Wills
Karen Baumunk - First Deputy Prothonotary
Cecily Tubach - Second Deputy Prothonotary