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Wood County, Ohio — Public Records

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

⚡ At a Glance

  • Clerk of Courts: 1 Court Square, Bowling Green, OH
  • Sheriff: Wood County Sheriff's Office, Bowling Green
  • Online search: Ohio Courts (ohiocourts.gov)
  • County seat: Bowling Green, 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 Wood County Clerk of Courts maintains records for all cases filed in the Court of Common Pleas. The courthouse is located at 1 Court Square, Bowling Green, OH.

OfficeDetails
Clerk of Courts / Courthouse1 Court Square, Bowling Green, OH
Online SearchOhio Courts Website
⚖️ Ohio Courts — Find Court Information 🏛️ Supreme Court of Ohio

Use the official link above or visit the courthouse at 1 Court Square, Bowling Green.

Arrest Records

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

AgencyLocation
Wood County Sheriff's OfficeBowling Green, Ohio
🔍 Ohio BCI — WebCheck Background Check 📋 Ohio Attorney General

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

Other Public Records

Wood County maintains other public records through the County Recorder's office and other county offices in Bowling Green.

How to Request Records

In person: Visit the Wood County Courthouse at 1 Court Square, Bowling Green. Bring a valid ID.

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

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

About Wood County

Wood County is located in Ohio with its county seat in Bowling Green.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Wood County courthouse?
The Wood County Courthouse is at 1 Court Square, Bowling Green, OH.
Can I look up arrests in Wood County online?
Contact the Wood County Sheriff's Office in Bowling Green or use Ohio BCI WebCheck.
How do I get a court record in Wood County?
Visit the courthouse at 1 Court Square, Bowling Green or check ohiocourts.gov.
What courts does Wood County have?
Wood 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