5th JD Map

Because our court system is one of the busiest in the nation, we have divided our courts into districts. In the Fifth Judicial District, we are responsible for the trial courts in Herkimer, Jefferson, Lewis, Oneida, Onondaga and Oswego counties. Every case is important to us. Here you will find court-related information designed to promote and facilitate your access to justice.

Contact Us

Address

Onondaga Co. Office Building
600 South State Street
Syracuse, NY 13202
United States

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Administration

District Administrative Judge Hon. Deborah H. Karalunas, JSC

District Administrative Judge
Hon. Deborah H. Karalunas, JSC

District Administrative Judge's Office

District Executive
Donald C. Doerr, Esq.

Deputy District Executive
Joelle Dougherty

 

Virtual Court Appearances

IMPORTANT: While most Court Appearances are back to in-person, if your upcoming court appearance will be conducted using Microsoft Teams, learn what you need to do to appear virtually, visit nycourts.gov/appear well in advance of your court date.

Virtual Court Appearance Audio/Video Test Request

How to Join a Microsoft Teams Meeting

Virtual Court Access Program