Filing Discharges

Honorably discharged veterans of the United States Armed Forces are entitled to record their Discharge Certificates (DD214) at the County Clerk's Office where they live. There is no charge for recording the Certificates.

Certified copies of recorded discharges are made, free of charge, for veterans or their immediate families whenever needed. Discharge papers are proof of your military service, and can be used to establish eligibility for a variety of benefits including property tax exemptions and civil service credits.

Once recorded in the County Clerk's Office, a DD214 is available at any time in the future. A certified copy of a discharge certificate is as legally acceptable as the original.

To record a discharge certificate, you may mail or bring the original certificate to the County Clerk's Office. The original will be returned to you. There is no charge.

Under law, you have the option of keeping the recording of your military discharge sealed, and available only to you or an authorized representative. The County Clerk's Office can provide you with information if you are interested in having your discharge sealed.

Veterans Peddler's Permit

Under New York State law, veterans are permitted to obtain a Peddler's Permit that can be used for the sale of items at various locations. There is no fee for the permit. Further information is available by calling 858-7467.