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Van Wert County, Ohio — Public Records

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

⚡ At a Glance

  • Clerk of Courts: 121 East Main St., Van Wert, OH
  • Sheriff: Van Wert County Sheriff's Office, Van Wert
  • Online search: Ohio Courts (ohiocourts.gov)
  • County seat: Van Wert, 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 Van Wert County Clerk of Courts maintains records for all cases filed in the Court of Common Pleas. The courthouse is located at 121 East Main St., Van Wert, OH.

OfficeDetails
Clerk of Courts / Courthouse121 East Main St., Van Wert, OH
Online SearchOhio Courts Website
⚖️ Ohio Courts — Find Court Information 🏛️ Supreme Court of Ohio

Use the official link above or visit the courthouse at 121 East Main St., Van Wert.

Arrest Records

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

AgencyLocation
Van Wert County Sheriff's OfficeVan Wert, Ohio
🔍 Ohio BCI — WebCheck Background Check 📋 Ohio Attorney General

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

Other Public Records

Van Wert County maintains other public records through the County Recorder's office and other county offices in Van Wert.

How to Request Records

In person: Visit the Van Wert County Courthouse at 121 East Main St., Van Wert. Bring a valid ID.

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

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

About Van Wert County

Van Wert County is located in Ohio with its county seat in Van Wert.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Van Wert County courthouse?
The Van Wert County Courthouse is at 121 East Main St., Van Wert, OH.
Can I look up arrests in Van Wert County online?
Contact the Van Wert County Sheriff's Office in Van Wert or use Ohio BCI WebCheck.
How do I get a court record in Van Wert County?
Visit the courthouse at 121 East Main St., Van Wert or check ohiocourts.gov.
What courts does Van Wert County have?
Van Wert 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