Meigs County Court Records

Per Rules of Superintendence for the Courts of Ohio Rule 44, Meigs County court records include both case and administrative documents regardless of their form, method of storage, or manner of creation. A case document is any record or information contained in it submitted to a court, filed with the clerk, or created by the court or clerk during a judicial proceeding. They include exhibits, indices, pleadings, dockets, motions, journals, judgments, and orders. On the other hand, an administrative document refers to a document and information created, received, or kept by a court while performing administrative, fiscal, personnel, or management functions. These records are significant because they promote accountability, transparency, and public judicial access. They are vital tools for upholding the rule of law and enabling citizens to monitor and understand judicial conduct.

Are Court Records Public in Meigs County?

Yes. The Ohio Public Records Act and Rules of Superintendence for the Courts of Ohio Rule 45 allow members of the public to inspect and copy court records. Anyone can obtain Meigs County court records online or in person at the court where the case was handled. However, not all court records are publicly available for privacy reasons. For example, any court records whose release will pose a risk of injury to persons are deemed confidential in Meigs County. Only case parties, their legal representatives, or anyone with a court order can access confidential court records.

Meigs County Court Records Search

Meigs County residents can conduct a court records search online, by phone, fax, or in person at the court where the case was heard. The easiest way to find court records is online. The Meigs County Court and the Common Pleas Court permit online searches for court information. Users will need a name, hearing date, case number, or filing date.

Meigs County Courts

Meigs County is part of the Fourth District Court of Appeals. The court system comprises the Meigs County Court, Common Pleas Court, and Mayor's Courts. Below are the addresses of these courts:

Meigs County Courthouse
100 East Second Street
Pomeroy, OH 45769

Middleport Mayor's Court
659 Pearl Street
Middleport, OH 45760
Phone: (740) 992-3037
Email: middleport.mayorsoffice@gmail.com

Pomeroy Mayor's Court
660 East Main Street,
Suite A
Pomeroy, OH 45769
Phone: (740) 992-3121
Fax: (740) 440-5144
Email: contact@villagepomeroy.us

Racine Mayor's Court
405 Main Street,
P.O. Box 399
Racine, OH 45771
Phone: (740) 949-2296
Email: racine.village@gmail.com

Syracuse Mayor's Court
2581 Third Street
Syracuse, OH 45779-0323
Phone: (740) 992-7777
Fax: (740) 992-3720
Email: mayor@syracuseoh.onmicrosoft.com

Meigs County Criminal and Civil Records

The Meigs County Sheriff's Office is the custodian of criminal records, including arrest and warrant documents. Copies of Meigs County criminal records can be obtained by email or in person at the office during business hours. Email requests are free, while in-person requests cost a fee. The first five pages of Meigs County arrest records cost $5; any page after the fifth page costs $0.10. The office is located at the address below:

Meigs County Sheriff's Office
104 E 2nd St
Pomeroy, OH 45769
Phone: (740) 992-3371
Fax: (740) 992-2654

The Meigs County Court General Division has limited jurisdiction over civil cases not exceeding $15,000. Conversely, the Meigs County Common Pleas Court has exclusive jurisdiction over civil cases exceeding $15,000. Both courts issue civil records in person during business hours (Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.). The Meigs County Common Pleas Court Clerk also encourages individuals to submit requests by phone or fax. The clerk charges $0.25 per page for copies of civil records. The Meigs County Court General Division has a Record Search portal, and the Common Pleas Court has a CourtView where members of the public can view civil information without charges. Users must enter search criteria to perform the search.

Meigs County Marriage Records

The Probate Court also has exclusive jurisdiction over issuing Meigs County marriage certificates. Interested persons can visit the court during business hours to obtain copies of such records. The record staff will require that a request form be completed to facilitate the search. Copies of Meigs County marriage records will only be released after the record seeker has paid the necessary copying fees.

Meigs County Divorce Records

The Meigs County Common Pleas Court provides divorce records online and in person at the courthouse. Online customers can use the CourtView portal to view divorce information without charges. The search parameters include name, case number, case type, or attorney details. An in-person requester can visit the courthouse during business hours to obtain copies of divorce records. The clerk will charge $0.25 for plain copies and $1 for certified copies.

Meigs County Birth Records

The Health Department has issued Meigs County birth certificates since 1909. Record seekers can obtain copies of these records online, by mail, or in person during regular business hours (Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.). The cost of Meigs County birth records is $25.00 per certified copy. A third-party vendor handles online requests, which attracts an extra processing fee. Mail requesters must submit a completed Application for Certified Copies Form and the required fee to:

Meigs County Health Department
112 E. Memorial Drive
Suite A
Pomeroy, OH 45769

Meigs County Death Records

Death records are generally considered part of Meigs County Public Records. Therefore, anyone can request copies of these records from the Meigs County Health Department. The fastest way to get death records is in person at the Department from Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Orders for death records may also be placed online through a third-party vendor and by mail by submitting a completed Application for Certified Copies Form. Certified copies of Meigs County typically cost $25 per copy. Payments can be made by debit/credit card, money order, check, or cash.

Meigs County Probate Court Records

Individuals seeking probate court records can find them at the Meigs County Probate Court. The only way to find these records is in person at the courthouse. Requests can be made from Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Customers must provide information about the probate court records to facilitate the search. They might be permitted to view probate information for free, but copies of records cost a small fee.

Meigs County Property Records

The Meigs County Auditor maintains property records and makes them available to anyone upon request. Individuals can use the Property Search portal to find property information at no cost. A search may be conducted by name, location address, parcel number, legal description, or map number. Record seekers can obtain copies of property records at the Auditor's Office from Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Inquirers are typically charged a fee to cover the cost of research and/or reproduction, depending on the situation.

Meigs County Court Records Online

Ohiocourtrecords.us and other third-party platforms offer record seekers a convenient means of finding Meigs County court records online. They return court records from multiple jurisdictions in a single search. Users can view basic court information for free from such databases, but comprehensive records can only be retrieved for a fee. Third-party platforms are not as accurate as official government websites. Therefore, users should do due diligence to verify information from such sites.