Holmes County Court Records

Holmes County court records are legal records that document the proceedings and decisions in court cases. These documents ensure all court proceedings are accurately represented, making them essential to the operation of the county's legal system. Court records may include information on cases, such as domestic relations, juvenile, criminal, and civil cases. Holmes County arrest records also form part of the county’s court records.

Are Court Records Public in Holmes County?

Holmes County residents have the right to see and access court records by virtue of the Open Records Law. However, not all court records are accessible to the general public. Sometimes, the court may seal a record containing sensitive information. Typically, sealed court records include documents containing sensitive information such as minors' details and other material that may threaten the record subject's safety. Only parties to the cases mentioned, and those individuals authorized by the court may access sealed court records, which are unavailable to the general public.

Holmes County Court Records Search

The Clerk of Courts collects and keeps these records for Holmes County. The court view search tool on the Clerk of Court's website allows users to look up court case information online through the Court Docket Search tool. Users simply need to input the record holder’s full name, the case number, and the case type to complete a search.

Alternatively, interested parties may visit the Clerk of Court to get court records. Record seekers may find the office at:

Holmes County Clerk of Court

1 E. Jackson St.
Millersburg, OH 4465
Phone: (330) 674-1876

Holmes County Courts

Holmes County’s court system contains two courts. These courts are the Court of Common of Pleas and the Municipal Court. The Court of Common Pleas is divided into General and Domestic Relations, Juvenile, and Probate Divisions.

Holmes County Court of Common Pleas - General and Domestic Relations Divisions
Holmes County Courthouse
1 E Jackson St,
Millersburg, OH 44654
Phone: (330) 674-1876
Fax: (330) 674-0289

Holmes County Court of Common Pleas - Juvenile Division
Holmes County Courthouse
1 E Jackson St,
Suite 201,
Millersburg, OH 44654
Phone: (330) 674-5841
Fax: (330) 674-5820

Holmes County Court of Common Pleas - Probate Division
Holmes County Courthouse
1 E Jackson St,
Suite 203,
Millersburg, OH 44654
Phone: (330) 674-5881
Fax: (330) 674-5820

Holmes County Municipal Court
Holmes County Courthouse
1 E Jackson St,
Millersburg, OH 44654
Phone: (330) 674-4901
Fax: (330) 674-5514

Holmes County Criminal and Civil Records

The Court of Common Pleas, General and Domestic Relations Division generally handles criminal and civil cases in Holmes County. The Division presides over different criminal matters, from felony offenses to misdemeanors. Record seekers may find Douglas County arrest records in criminal court case documents. Civil court cases heard at the court include divorce, probate, tort, and family cases. Interested parties may find criminal and civil court records through the Clerk of Court’s Court Docket Search tool.

Holmes County Marriage Records

Record seekers should contact the probate court to access marriage records for Holmes County. The court's contact information is provided below.

Holmes County Court of Common Pleas - Probate Division

Holmes County Courthouse
1 E Jackson St,
Suite 203,
Millersburg, OH 44654
Phone: (330) 674-5881
Fax: (330) 674-5820

Holmes County Divorce Records

To access divorce records for Holmes County, record seekers must contact the Court of Common Pleas Clerk of Courts. Requesters may contact the Court of Common Pleas Clerk of Court at:

Holmes County Court of Common Pleas

Holmes County Courthouse
1 E Jackson St,
Millersburg, OH 44654
Phone: (330) 674-1876
Fax: (330) 674-0289

Holmes Birth Records

Interested parties may contact the Holmes County Health Department to receive birth records for Holmes County. They may request the records in person, over the phone, or by mail. The requester must download, complete, and bring the application form to the Health Department to make an in-person request. Requesters who wish to apply by phone must contact the health department, provide the record details, and provide their credit or debit card information for payment.

Each certified copy of a record costs $27. Cash, credit cards, checks, and money orders payable to the Holmes County General Health District are all acceptable means of payment. Interested parties may find the Health Department to:

Holmes Health Department

85 N. Grant Street,
Suite B,
Millersburg, OH 44654
Phone: (330) 674-5035
Fax: (330) 674-2528

Holmes Death Records

The County Health Department also provides death records for Holmes County. Requests may be made over the phone, via mail, or in person. The completed application form must be returned to the office either in person or by mail if the request is made. Call the health department at (330) 674-5035 to make a telephone request and provide the payment information and record details. Each certified copy of a death certificate costs $27 for the documents. Cash, credit/debit cards, checks, or money orders payable to the Holmes County General Health District are all accepted forms of payment.

Holmes County Probate Court Records

The Douglas County Court of Common Pleas Probate Division decides on probate cases. It settles matters related to estates, wills, conservatorships, and guardianships. Interested parties may use the Clerk of Court’s Court Docket Search tool for probate court records. They may also visit the clerk physically to obtain these records. The clerk’s office is located at:

Holmes County Clerk of Court

1 E. Jackson St.
Millersburg, OH 4465
Phone: (330) 674-1876

Holmes County Property Records

The Holmes County Recorder’s Office maintains property records in the county. The agency holds real estate property records such as deeds, mortgages, liens, and easements. Requesters may use the search portals provided on the website to look for these records. They may visit the office to get these records if this is impossible. The office is located at:

Holmes County Recorder

75 E. Clinton St., Suite 101
Millersburg, OH 44654
Phone: (330) 674-5916

Holmes County Court Records Online

Court records are generally accessible through the Clerk of Court’s Court Docket Search tool. Public Holmes County court records may also be accessible through third-party websites such as ohiocourtrecords.us. Users may enter pertinent information, such as case numbers, party names, or dates, to search for certain instances. These systems frequently save time and effort by enabling users to read and download court papers from their websites. However, these platforms are run independently of any government organization and might, therefore, include out-of-date or erroneous material.