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Morris County Clerk & Recorder

Official government recording office for Morris County, New Jersey. Serving a population of 514.423 with jurisdiction over real estate deeds, marriage licenses, vital records, and fictitious business names.

County Seat: Morristown • Land Area: 461,025 sq mi • State: New Jersey (NJ)
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Location & Operations

Courthouse Office Address & Contact

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Physical Courthouse Address

Morris County Courthouse / Recording Office, Morristown, NJ 07960

Seat of government for Morris County in Morristown, NJ.

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Courthouse / Directory Line

(609) 459-5637

Regular Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Closed on state and federal holidays.

FIPS ID: 34027 • Coordinates: 40.8589° N, -74.5473° W
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Filing Checklist

Before You Visit Morris County

  • ✓ Valid Government Photo ID (Driver's License or Passport)
  • ✓ Payment: Credit Card, Cashier's Check, or Exact Cash
  • ✓ Original signed documents with valid notary jurat/seal
  • ✓ Mandatory 3-inch top margin for county recorder barcode
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Land Records & Real Property

Morris County Deed Recording Fees & Requirements

Governed by N.J.S.A. 22A:4-4.1 & N.J.S.A. 46:15-7
First Page Base Fee
$40.00
Includes statutory county automation index surcharge
Each Additional Page
$10.00
Per additional standard 8.5" x 11" page
Transfer Tax / Doc Stamps
Realty Transfer Fee (RTF) graduated scale based on total sale price
Calculated at recording based on purchase consideration

Statutory Recording Margin Standards in New Jersey:

Top Margin (Page 1): Must leave minimum 3 inches blank at top right for official recorder barcode and indexing stamp.
Other Margins: Minimum 1 inch on side, bottom, and subsequent pages to avoid non-conforming document penalties.
Grantee & Return Address: Must state grantee's legal address and a return mailing address clearly on the first page.
Legibility & Font: Black ink on white 8.5 x 11 paper; minimum 10-point font. Notary stamps must be crisp and dark.
Marriage Bureau

Marriage License in Morris County

License Fee $28.00
Waiting Period 72 Hours
  • ✓ Validity Window: Must solemnize within 30 days of issuance.
  • ✓ Personal Appearance: Both applicants must appear together in person at the Morris County courthouse.
  • ✓ Identification: Valid state photo driver's license, passport, or military ID. No blood test required.
State Policy: 72-hour waiting period from application to license issuance at municipal registrar.
Vital Statistics

Certified Vital Records

Birth Cert $25.00
Death Cert $25.00
Marriage Cert $25.00
  • • Authorized Requestors: Direct family relation (registrant, child, parent, spouse) or legal guardian only.
  • • Filing Agency: Processed through New Jersey Department of Health Office of Vital Statistics and Registry and the local Morris County clerk counter.
Certified copies bear an official raised, embossed seal and are suitable for passports, probate, real estate, and legal identification.
Commercial & Business

DBA & Assumed Name Registration in Morris County

Filing Fee: $50.00
1. Filing Authority

In Morris County, sole proprietorships and general partnerships register assumed names through the County Clerk.

2. Statutory Requirement

Required prior to opening a commercial checking account, issuing invoices under a brand name, or executing contracts in New Jersey.

3. State Rules & Notice

Trade Name Certificate filed with the County Clerk in the county where business is operated.

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State-Specific Statutory Legal Templates

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Frequently Asked Questions: Morris County Clerk & Recorder

Where is the Morris County Clerk & Recorder office located?
The official Morris County office is located at Morris County Courthouse / Recording Office, Morristown, NJ 07960. Operating hours are typically Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. You can reach the office staff by telephone at (609) 459-5637.
How much does it cost to record a deed in Morris County?
Under New Jersey statute (N.J.S.A. 22A:4-4.1 & N.J.S.A. 46:15-7), recording a real property deed or mortgage in Morris County costs $40.00 for the first page, plus $10.00 for each additional page. Transfer tax details: Realty Transfer Fee (RTF) graduated scale based on total sale price.
How do I obtain a marriage license in Morris County, NJ?
Both applicants must appear in person before the Morris County Clerk with government-issued photo identification (such as a valid driver's license, passport, or state ID). The fee is approximately $28.00. New Jersey requires a waiting period of 72 hours, and the license is valid for 30 days from the date of issuance.
How do I file a DBA (Doing Business As) or Assumed Name in Morris County?
In Morris County, registering a DBA or Assumed Business Name is handled through the County Clerk with a standard statutory filing fee of $50.00. Trade Name Certificate filed with the County Clerk in the county where business is operated.
How can I request a certified copy of a birth or death certificate in Morris County?
Certified vital records (birth certificates starting at $25.00 and death certificates starting at $25.00) can be requested through the New Jersey Department of Health Office of Vital Statistics and Registry or directly at the Morris County courthouse vital statistics counter by qualified immediate family members.