Criminal Records in Harrison County
Harrison County criminal records are on file at the Clerk of Courts and the Sheriff's Office in Cadiz. The Clerk manages all felony cases, civil lawsuits, domestic relations matters, and 7th District Court of Appeals records through both a Legal Division and an Auto Title Division. The county also has a County Court that handles traffic and criminal misdemeanor cases. Harrison County sits in eastern Ohio's Appalachian region with 15 townships and 9 villages. If you need to search a criminal case, check an arrest record, or get copies of court filings, there are online search tools and in-person options in Cadiz.
Harrison County Overview
Harrison County Clerk of Courts Criminal Records
The Harrison County Clerk of Courts handles all criminal case files for the Court of Common Pleas. The office is at 100 W. Market Street, Cadiz, OH 43907. Call 740-942-8863. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The Clerk's office has two divisions. The Legal Division covers the Criminal Division, Civil Division, Domestic Relations Division, Court of Appeals (7th District), Civil Protection Orders, and Judgment Liens. The Auto Title Division handles BMV services and vehicle titles.
You can search Harrison County criminal records through the Clerk of Courts website, which has an online Common Pleas Court Record Search. Click through from the Clerk's page to reach the search portal. E-filing is available for attorneys. The office also has two Passport Acceptance Agents and issues passports Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM.
The Harrison County Clerk of Courts website provides access to criminal records and court case filings for the county.
Court costs follow the fee schedule posted on the website. Copy fees are set by the Ohio Revised Code. Records are maintained according to Ohio Rules of Superintendence. Some records may be sealed or confidential and are not available to the public.
| Office | Harrison County Clerk of Courts |
|---|---|
| Address | 100 W. Market Street Cadiz, OH 43907 |
| Phone | 740-942-8863 |
| Hours | Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM |
Search Harrison County Arrest Records
The Harrison County Sheriff's Office handles arrest records, incident reports, accident reports, and jail data for the county. The office is at 100 W. Market Street, Cadiz, OH 43907. Call 740-942-2197 for help.
Public records can be requested in person or by phone. Copy fees apply. The Sheriff provides law enforcement for all of Harrison County. Under ORC 149.43, most arrest and incident records are open to the public. Active investigation records may be held back. Juvenile records are confidential and not released. Arrest records show the person's name, date of arrest, charges filed, and basic booking info. Incident reports include details about what happened, where it happened, and who was involved. Accident reports from vehicle crashes are also available through the office. Annual crime reports are on file and available upon request.
Harrison County Court Criminal Cases
The Harrison County Court handles traffic and criminal misdemeanor cases. The court is at 100 West Market Street, Cadiz, OH 43907. Call 740-942-8865 for info. The fax is 740-942-3541. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The civil division covers complaints up to $15,000, small claims up to $6,000, and eviction cases.
Online ticket payment is available through a third-party system. Phone payments are accepted at 866-895-0198 between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM. The court accepts cash, checks, money orders, and credit cards. A public computer terminal at the court is available for credit checks or criminal background checks. Court staff cannot perform that service for you, though. Staff can help you understand procedures, answer questions about money owed, find case info, and point you to the right agencies. They cannot fill out forms, give legal advice, or recommend lawyers.
Probation matters go through 740-942-8782. Records from this court are public under ORC 149.43. Court staff will not fill out forms for you or tell you what to say in court.
Harrison County Criminal Records Access
Harrison County courts follow Ohio's open records rules. Criminal case files are open to the public during business hours. No reason is needed to view them.
Some records are restricted. Juvenile records are closed. Sealed and expunged cases are not available. Under ORC 2953.32, eligible people in Harrison County can apply to seal their criminal records. The fee is $50 plus local costs. Violent felonies and sex crimes cannot be sealed. The Juvenile/Probate Court under Judge Matthew P. Puskarich handles juvenile delinquency cases, estates, guardianships, and adoptions. Adoption records are sealed. The Harrison County Recorder keeps digital real estate records including deeds, mortgages, and liens. The Recorder is Tracy Boyer, and the office can be reached at 740-942-8869.
Note: A public computer at the Harrison County Court is available for running your own criminal background checks, but court staff cannot do the search for you.
How to Look Up Harrison County Criminal Records
Start with the online search at the Clerk's website. Click through to the Common Pleas Court Record Search. Enter a name or case number. For traffic and misdemeanor cases, check the Harrison County Court website.
In-person searches are available at 100 W. Market Street in Cadiz during regular hours. Bring ID. Staff at the Clerk's office can pull up cases and make copies. Mail requests should include case details and a check or money order for fees.
State tools cover Harrison County too. The BCI runs statewide checks through WebCheck. Fingerprint checks go through ORC 109.572. The ODRC Offender Search covers state prison inmates from Harrison County.
Nearby Counties
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