Civil Court - Kings County

About This Court

Handles landlord-tenant disputes and small claims cases.

Primarily digital audio recordings. Audio copies may be available.

What You Can Request

• Certified transcript: Yes. Official transcripts are available.
• Audio copy: Yes. Audio listening copies may be available.
• On-site listening: Yes. You may request to listen to the recording at the courthouse.

Recording method: Digital audio recording

What You Need (Data Checklist)

• Case name and index/docket number
• Date(s) of the proceeding
• Judge's name and courtroom/part (if known)
• Your contact information (name, phone, address)
• Selected transcription vendor from the approved list

Step-by-Step Process

1. Gather case details. Collect your case name, index/docket number, hearing dates, and the judge's name.
2. Choose a transcription vendor. Review the approved vendor list and contact vendors to compare rates. Note your selected vendor.
3. Complete the request form. Fill out the Request for Audio Record (CIV-LT-90) with your case information.
4. Submit your request. Available methods: in-person, mail, phone, email. Address: 141 Livingston Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201 (Housing Court, Room 202)
5. Pay for the transcript. The vendor will contact you with a cost estimate. Pay the vendor directly. Fee waivers may be available for those who qualify.
6. Receive your transcript. Turnaround time varies; expect 2-4 weeks for standard service. Expedited service may be available at additional cost.

Required Forms

Fee Waiver (Poor Person Relief)

Fee waiver may be requested through general poor person application

To apply for a fee waiver, you'll need these forms:

• Application to Waive Court Costs, Fees, and Expenses (UCS-FW1)
• Notice of Motion to Waive Court Costs, Fees, and Expenses (UCS-FW2)
• Affirmation of Service (Motion to Waive Fees) (UCS-FW3)
• Order – Application to Waive Court Costs, Fees, and Expenses (UCS-FWO1)