Hancock County
County and Municipal Courts complement the system by managing lower-value civil cases, misdemeanors, traffic violations, and small claims. County Courts operate in areas not covered by Municipal Courts, handling claims up to $15,000 and disputes under $3,000 in their small claims divisions. Municipal Courts also address housing, environmental issues, and local ordinance violations, with specialized divisions for unique cases.
Mayor's Courts and the Ohio Court of Claims round out the system. Mayor's Courts handle ordinance violations and minor traffic offenses in municipalities without Municipal Courts, while the Court of Claims deals with civil disputes involving Ohio as a state. Together, these courts provide Hancock County residents with accessible and efficient pathways to justice.
Public court records in Hancock County, Ohio, include documents created during court proceedings, such as filings, motions, orders, and rulings. These records are maintained by the Hancock County Clerk of Courts and are generally accessible to the public, except for records deemed confidential under Ohio law. Confidential records may include sensitive information that could compromise privacy, hinder law enforcement, or jeopardize a fair trial.
The types of court records available to the public in Hancock County include:
- Criminal Records
- Civil Records
- Traffic Records
- Domestic Relations Records
- Probate Records
Residents can access these records by visiting the Hancock County Clerk of Courts office located at 300 South Main Street, Findlay, OH. Alternatively, the county provides an online public access system where users can search for court records by case number, party name, or other criteria. Written requests can also be submitted to the Clerk's office for specific records. For added convenience.
