Stark County Court of Common Pleas Case Search

Per the Ohio county-level judicial structure, Courts of Common Pleas are the highest county-level trial courts. Stark County Court of Common Pleas case records refer to official documents generated during criminal and civil trials within Stark County. The Stark County Clerk of Courts manages the Court of Common Pleas records and makes them available to interested individuals for:

• Legal research
• Background checks
• Appeals
• Post-conviction relief
• Genealogical research
• Case tracking.

What Kinds of Cases Are Heard in the Stark Court of Common Pleas?

The Stark County Court of Common Pleas has general jurisdiction over civil and criminal cases. In Stark County, the Court of Common Pleas has specialized divisions handling specific case types efficiently. These divisions comprise:

• The General Division - handles felonies and civil lawsuits involving amounts higher than $15,000 and manages appeals from lower courts
• The Domestic Relations Division - handles family law matters
• The Probate Division - manages estate and guardianship matters
• The Juvenile Division - deals with cases involving minors.

Stark County Court of Common Pleas

The Stark County Court of Common Pleas is the county's apex trial court. It comprises several divisions handling major civil disputes, felony offenses, family law matters, juvenile cases, and probate issues. This legal institution is crucial in resolving legal disputes and ensuring justice for residents.

Stark County Court of Common Pleas - General Division
101 West Tuscarawas Street,
Canton,
Ohio 44702
Phone: (330) 451-7931
Fax: (330) 451-7740

Mailing Address

Stark County Court of Common Pleas
115 Central Plaza North
Suite 400
Canton
Ohio 44702

Stark County Family Court (includes Domestic Relations and Juvenile Divisions)
110 Central Plaza South,
Suite 670,
Canton,
Ohio 44702
Phone: (330) 451-7415
Fax: (330) 451-7837

Stark County Probate Court
Stark County Office Building
110 Central Plaza South,
Suite 501,
Canton,
OH 44702
Phone: (330) 451-7755

Stark County Case Lookup

According to Ohio’s Public Records Act, the public can access Stark County Court of Common Pleas records unless exempted by law. The Clerk of Courts for the Stark County Court of Common Pleas offers access to civil and criminal records through online, mail, and in-person requests. Interested individuals can opt for any of these options.

Online access

Register or log in as a Guest to the Ohio Criminal Justice Information System Website (CJIS) and use the search tools to look for Stark County Court of Common Pleas criminal, civil, and domestic relations case records.

For Stark County probate case records, visit the Probate Court of Stark County Case Search Portal and search for case records by name or case number.

In-person requests

Visit the Stark County Court of Common Pleas with a valid government-approved photo identification document between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. on work days at:

115 Central Plaza North
Suite 101
Canton
OH 44702.

The Clerk of Courts is also reachable through call, fax, and email at:

Phone: (330) 451-7801
Fax: (330) 451-7066
Email: clerk@starkcountyohio.gov.

Requesters can visit the Stark County Office Building from Monday to Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. or call (330) 451-7755 and request access to Stark County Probate Court case records.

Mail-in requests

For mail-in access to Stark County case records, requesters should mail written requests to the Stark County Clerk of Courts at:

115 Central Plaza North Suite 101,
Canton,
Ohio 44702.

Record seekers should note that mail-in requests for Stark County Court of Common Pleas case records should contain case numbers (if available), party name, record type, self-addressed stamped envelope with sufficient postage, and check/money orders to offset the copy fees.

Copies of Stark County Court of Common Pleas public records cost $0.10 per page. Acceptable payment methods for copies of Stark County Court of Common Pleas case records include cash (for in-person requests), cashier's check, money order, and credit card (this option may attract additional processing fees).

Stark County Court of Common Pleas case record seekers should note that the wait time for copies of records after payments varies with the request method, case type, and the volume of requests through the Court Clerk's Office. For additional information about the delivery of Stark County case records, contact the Stark County Clerk of Common Pleas Court.

Stark Court of Common Pleas Case Search by Name

A name-based search is a method of looking for public records using party names as search criteria. The Criminal Justice Information System Portal allows interested individuals to search for Stark County Court of Common Pleas records using the subject's first and last name. Inquirers may also log into the Probate Court of Stark County Case Search website and look for probate records by name.

Also, records seekers can request name-based searches for case records through mail or in-person visits to the Stark County Clerk of Courts during business hours. For accuracy and to avoid errors due to name clashes, inquirers should confirm spellings and provide additional identifying information. Also, record seekers can use filters to narrow search results.

Stark Court of Common Pleas Docket Search

A court docket refers to an official summary of case information such as filings, trial proceedings, and rulings from the Stark County Court of Common Pleas. Typically, court docket information include but are not limited to:

• Case number
• Names of parties involved
• Filing date
• Case type
• Motion or orders
• Hearing or trial date
• Case status
• Final disposition.

Court dockets are public documents that allow individuals to monitor case progress; they ensure transparency and accountability in the judicial system. For Stark County Court of Common Pleas court dockets, log in as a Guest into the Criminal Justice Information System Portal and enter the necessary search criteria in tools. Alternatively, visit the Stark County Probate Court dockets through the Probate Court of Stark County Case Search website and look for case information or the Stark County Clerk of Courts during office hours and request access to case dockets.

Lookup Stark County Court of Common Pleas Online

The Stark County Clerk of Courts and the Probate Division search portal allows the public to access Stark County Court case records. Additionally, Ohiocourtrecords.us and other third-party websites may offer access to Stark County Court of Common Pleas case records. Third-party online platforms offer convenient and fast access to documents and information through advanced search tools.

Despite the easy access and other advantages of private online repositories, users should note that these platforms are unofficial databases, and there are no guarantees on the accuracy and authenticity of their documents and information.

Supreme Court vs. Court of Common Pleas

The Ohio Supreme Court and the Stark County Court of Common Pleas are apex courts with different roles and jurisdiction. The Stark County Court of Common Pleas is the highest county-level trial court, handling civil and felony criminal cases. In contrast, the Ohio Supreme Court is the state's apex court; it reviews constitutional matters and hears appeals from lower courts within Ohio.

Also, the Ohio Supreme Court is the highest appellate court in Ohio, and its decisions are final. Dissatisfied parties may appeal Court of Common Pleas cases to the Fifth District Court of Appeals and potentially the Ohio Supreme Court.