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Ottawa County, Ohio — Public Records

Use this page to find court records, arrest records, and other public records in Ottawa County. Each section links to the office, online tool, or agency that holds the records.

⚡ At a Glance

  • Clerk of Courts: 315 Madison St., Port Clinton, OH
  • Sheriff: Ottawa County Sheriff's Office, Port Clinton
  • Online search: Ohio Courts (ohiocourts.gov)
  • County seat: Port Clinton, Ohio
How to use this page: Pick a section below — court records, arrest records, or other records.

Start here: Choose the type of record you need below, then follow the link to the official source.

What You Can Find Here

⚖️ Court of Common Pleas case records
🔍 Sheriff arrest records and jail information
🏛️ Municipal and county court records
📋 Property records and vital records contacts
What you will need:
  • Full name of the person or business
  • Case number, if you have one
  • Approximate date or location of the record

Court Records

The Ottawa County Clerk of Courts maintains records for all cases filed in the Court of Common Pleas. The courthouse is located at 315 Madison St., Port Clinton, OH.

OfficeDetails
Clerk of Courts / Courthouse315 Madison St., Port Clinton, OH
Online SearchOhio Courts Website
⚖️ Ohio Courts — Find Court Information 🏛️ Supreme Court of Ohio

Use the official link above or visit the courthouse at 315 Madison St., Port Clinton.

Arrest Records

Arrest records in Ottawa County come from the agency that made the arrest. The Ottawa County Sheriff's Office operates the county jail in Port Clinton.

AgencyLocation
Ottawa County Sheriff's OfficePort Clinton, Ohio
🔍 Ohio BCI — WebCheck Background Check 📋 Ohio Attorney General

Contact the Ottawa County Sheriff's Office directly for local arrest records.

Other Public Records

Ottawa County maintains other public records through the County Recorder's office and other county offices in Port Clinton.

How to Request Records

In person: Visit the Ottawa County Courthouse at 315 Madison St., Port Clinton. Bring a valid ID.

Online: Check the Ohio Courts website for the Ottawa County court's online portal.

By mail: Submit a request under the Ohio Public Records Act to the office that holds the records.

About Ottawa County

Ottawa County is located in Ohio with its county seat in Port Clinton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Ottawa County courthouse?
The Ottawa County Courthouse is at 315 Madison St., Port Clinton, OH.
Can I look up arrests in Ottawa County online?
Contact the Ottawa County Sheriff's Office in Port Clinton or use Ohio BCI WebCheck.
How do I get a court record in Ottawa County?
Visit the courthouse at 315 Madison St., Port Clinton or check ohiocourts.gov.
What courts does Ottawa County have?
Ottawa County has a Court of Common Pleas (the general trial court) and may have municipal courts depending on population.
Is there a fee to search records?
Many county clerks offer free online case searches. Certified copies may require a fee.
What this page does not show: Not all records are available online. Some require a written request, an in-person visit, or a fee.

This page is a guide to help you find official records. All information comes from government sources.

Last updated: April 15, 2026