How to Search Ohio Public Records

Ohio's court, criminal, vital, property, voter, and licensing records are maintained across state agencies and the 88 counties listed below. Use the tabs to filter by record type, or jump directly to any source.

  • Courts: The Supreme Court of Ohio sits at the top of the system; trial-court business is handled by the Court of Common Pleas (each county), Municipal & County Courts. Most courts publish dockets and case lookups online.
  • Criminal history: The state's criminal-history repository handles official background checks. Fees and procedures are set by the state agency — see the linked official source.
  • Vital records: Birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificates are issued by the Ohio Department of Health (Bureau of Vital Statistics) and may also be available locally.
  • Property & recorded documents: Maintained at the county level by the Assessor, Recorder, or Clerk's office.
  • Business filings: The Secretary of State (or equivalent) operates the official business-entity search.
Population
11,883,304
Households
4,763,600
Median Income
$66,990
Median Home Value
$191,500

Licenses Databases

46 official Ohio licenses sources.

Court Records Criminal Records Wants & Warrants Vital Records Voter Records Licenses Recorded Documents Property Records

Licenses

Ohio
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This system is for the renewal of an Ohio individual Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license · To renew a current permit, the continuing professional education (CPE) requirement is completion of 120 credits for the reporting period January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2025, with a minimum ...
🌐 elicense.ohio.gov
Compliance & Complaints - Accountancy Board of Ohio
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The Accountancy Board of Ohio posts disciplinary actions taken against Certified Public Accountants (CPAs) from the past four years . ... To check the license status of any Ohio CPA or PA, please use the License Lookup tool or call the Board office at (614) 466-4135.
🌐 acc.ohio.gov
Residential Care
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This type of housing is licensed and is not subject to tenant landlord law but does require a resident agreement. Ohio Administrative Code 5122-30 Licensure and Certification of Residential Facilities ... OACFA: Ohio Adult Care Facilities Association (OACFA) represents the Ohio adult care facilities ...
🌐 dbh.ohio.gov
About the Appraisal Subcommittee (ASC)
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Our goal is to maintain public trust in the appraisal profession by ensuring that appraisers are effectively regulated. ... The ASC has seven members, each designated by the head of their agency. Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System (Federal Reserve) ... U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Title XI also requires the FFIEC to appoint a Chair from the member representatives to serve a two-year term.
🌐 www.asc.gov
License Lookup - eLicense Online - Ohio.gov
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The Division of Real Estate and Professional Licensing is part of the Ohio Department of Commerce . This division is responsible for licensing Ohio's real estate brokers, salespeople, appraisers and foreign real estate dealers and salespeople. The Division is also responsible for the registration ...
🌐 elicense3.com.ohio.gov
Financial Assistance - Ohio EPA
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Asbestos Surveys · Lead Surveys · Remedial Action Plans · Limited Planning Activities · Community Engagement · Projects are accepted and funded on a rolling basis. Apply for an assessment by completing the application form and submitting it to the Ohio EPA Division of Environmental Response and Revitalization (DERR).
🌐 epa.ohio.gov
Attorney Registration FAQs » Supreme Court of Ohio
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These records include the attorney's name, business address and phone number, attorney registration number, registration status, gender, date of birth, and law school attended. This office also is responsible for the biennial registration of attorneys admitted to the practice of law in Ohio.
🌐 www.supremecourt.ohio.gov
Title Number Search | Title Search | Titles | Ohio BMV Online Services
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Dealer Name OHM3 LLC DBA NORTH COAST MITSUBISHI WEST CLEVELAND · Permit Number ND004482 · For further assistance, contact the Title Section by telephone at (614) 752-7671 or send us an e-mail Back · Close · Search ·
🌐 bmvonline.dps.ohio.gov
Certified Backflow Inspector Search - ICSearch.Web
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Certified Backflow Testers Lookup Certified Lawn Irrigation Backflow Testers Lookup Certified Backflow Water Purveyor Lookup Certified Plumbing Inspectors Listing of Bedding, Upholstered Furniture and Stuffed Toy Registrations Boiler Status Lookup Boiler Contractors Lookup Elevator Lookup
🌐 icsearch.com.ohio.gov
FFIEC Press Release
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Users can access and download the reporting forms banks must file as part of their financial and supervisory reporting requirements.
🌐 www.ffiec.gov
Applications & Forms for New Liquor Permits
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This application allows qualified hotel/motels licensed under Chapter 3731 or restaurants affiliated with a qualifying hotel/motel to secure a non-quota liquor permit. D-5A permit holders can serve beer, wine, prepackaged mixed beverages, and high-proof spiritous liquor for on-premises consumption .
🌐 com.ohio.gov
Lookup a License Generate Roster(s ... - eLicense Online
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CHECK CASHER BRANCH (CC-BR) CHECK LENDER (CL) CHECK LENDER BRANCH (CL-BR) CONSUMER INSTALLMENT LOAN ACT (CI) CONSUMER INSTALLMENT LOAN ACT BRANCH (CI-BR) CONTINUING EDUCATION PROVIDER (CP) CREDIT SERVICES ORGANIZATION (CS) CREDIT SERVICES ORGANIZATION BRANCH (CS-BR) EXHIBITION PERMIT (EXH) From NMLS Enforcement (MLO-OH) GENERAL LOAN LAW (GL) GENERAL LOAN LAW BRANCH (GL-BR) LOAN ORIGINATOR (LO) MORTGAGE BROKER CREDIT UNION SERVICE ORGANIZATION EXEMPTION (MBCU) MORTGAGE BROKER CREDIT UNION SERVICE ORGANIZATION EXEMPTION (MBCU-BR) MORTGAGE BROKER FULL EXEMPTION (MBX) MORTGAGE BROKER FULL EXEMPTIO
🌐 elicense2-secure.com.ohio.gov
Find Quality Rated Early Care and Education | Ohio Child Care Search
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Use this search tool to find quality child care and education in Ohio. See each program's Step Up To Quality star rating, licensing status, and inspection results.
🌐 childcaresearch.ohio.gov
License Lookup - eLicense Online - Ohio.gov
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Cigarette Manufacturer · Explosive Manufacturer · Fire Protection Company · Fire Protection Individuals · Firework Exhibitor · Firework Exhibitor Assistant · Firework Wholesalers / Manufacturers / Shippers · Fireworks - Fountain Device Retailer · Fireworks - Shippers ·
🌐 elicense7.com.ohio.gov
Request Rejected
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The requested URL was rejected. Please consult with your administrator. Your support ID is: 14912851382350692531 [Go Back]
🌐 apps.com.ohio.gov
Free Ohio Business Reports | New Filings, Trademarks & Cancellations
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New Business Filing – recently formed businesses registered with the Ohio Secretary of State. Subsequent Business Filing – updates and amendments filed after initial registration. Service Mark and Trademark Filings – active and newly filed marks on record with the office. Debarred Contractors List ·
🌐 www.ohiosos.gov
OCILB eLicense Center
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EL - Electrical Contractors · HV - HVAC Contractors · HY - Hydronics · PL - Plumbing Contractors · RE - Refrigeration Contractors · TA - Training Agencies · Credential Number: Business Name/DBA: First Name: Last Name: Maiden Name: State: Alabama · Alaska · Alberta ·
🌐 elicense4.com.ohio.gov
Driver License & ID Cards - Ohio BMV
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Ohio Mobile ID · First Issuance · Driver License Renewal · Reprint/ Duplicate · Non-U.S. Citizens · Commercial Driver – CDL · Motorcycle/Scooter License · Restrictions · Mandatory Insurance · Identification Cards · Other Information · Acceptable Documents ·
🌐 www.bmv.ohio.gov
Ohio
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NOTICE: The OTTER system is being replaced by the new OTTER Engage system . The old OTTER system has been taken down on July 22, 2025 at noon. Our office is not accepting UST permit requests or UST Registrations applications until the new system is live on July 28th at 8am.
🌐 apps.com.ohio.gov
EMS Agencies - Home Page
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To use the EMS Agencies, you need to establish an account with Identity Manager · Disclaimer | Privacy Policy | Grants Information | Contact Ohio Department of Public Safety © - 2026
🌐 services.dps.ohio.gov
Search - License Look-Up | eLicense - Ohio.gov
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🌐 elicense.ohio.gov
Bureau of Regulatory Operations - Ohio Department of Health
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A lock or https:// means you've safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites. When you log in with OHID, your privacy, data, and personal information are protected by federal and state digital security standards. ... The Bureau of Regulatory Operations (BRO) is responsible for licensing, certification, and enforcement for health care facilities, services, and programs.
🌐 odh.ohio.gov
OPERATION CITY Government Non-Federal - City CITY-CO
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Genesis Healthcare System · 2951 Maple Avenue · Zanesville, OH 43701 · COUNTY: MUSKINGUM · (740)454-4354 · dwood@genesishcs.org · Matthew J. Perry · President & CEO · (1250) NPA · STAC/GEN · Short-term Care · 24 Special Care · 191 Med/Surg-Gen · 30 Psych · 31 OB Level II ·
🌐 publicapps.odh.ohio.gov
Recognition of National Accrediting Bodies for Home Medical Equipment
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Recognition of National Accrediting Bodies for Home Medical · Equipment · Adopted March 18, 2024 · The Board hereby approves of the following accrediting bodies that meet the requirements · set forth in Ohio Administrative Code 4729:11-2-04.  · American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics & Pedorthics, Inc.
🌐 www.pharmacy.ohio.gov
Ohio Department of Insurance - Agent / Agency Locator
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Active Licenses Only · Upper case only · Agent List Agent List · Ohio Department of Insurance · 50 West Town Street · Third Floor - Suite 300 · Columbus OH 43215 · Consumers 800-686-1526 | Medicare 800-686-1578 | Fraud & Enforcement 800-686-1527 · www.insurance.ohio.gov ·
🌐 gateway.insurance.ohio.gov
OLAC Reports - Agents for Ohio Access to Justice Foundation
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Click "View" to find all employers of that agent or return to search form. If a check appears in the L(egislative) or E(xecutive) box, it indicates the individual is registered as a lobbying agent for this branch of the government. Additional information is found in the Lobbying Handbook · ...
🌐 www2.jlec-olig.state.oh.us
Map Viewer
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You are using a browser that is no longer supported. Please use the latest version of Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Apple Safari, or Microsoft Edge
🌐 maps.ohio.gov
Abuser Registry
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The developmental disabilities (DD) employees that may be placed on the registry include: department employees, county board of developmental disabilities employees, independent providers under Ohio Revised Code (R.C.) section 5123.16, an employee providing specialized services to an individual with a developmental disability, including an entity licensed or certified by the department.
🌐 dx-stg.ohio.gov
Home Page - Records Portal Search
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An official State of Ohio government website.
🌐 recordssearch.ohiosos.gov
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🌐 odhgateway.odh.ohio.gov
Section 4723.28 - Ohio Revised Code | Ohio Laws
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No application for a nursing license or dialysis technician certificate issued under this chapter may be withdrawn without a majority vote of the board. The board's jurisdiction to take disciplinary action under this section is not removed or limited when an individual has a license or certificate ...
🌐 codes.ohio.gov
Register as an Owner - Oil & Gas Wells
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Two or more wells: $15,000 (blanket bond). You may choose from one of the following options: A surety bond issued by an insurance company licensed to do business in the State of Ohio. (Form 2); ... A certificate of deposit issued by any bank organized or conducting business in the State of Ohio. The certificate should be issued in the company/individual name and assigned to the Division of Oil and Gas Resources Management (see assignment form.)
🌐 ohiodnr.gov
OOA | Ohio Osteopathic Association
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One Osteopathic Ohio is our call for every DO—member and non-member to unite in preserving the legacy of strong, fair representation that has protected osteopathic medicine in our state for decades. With nearly 9,000 licensed DOs in Ohio, our footprint is growing rapidly, and our collective ...
🌐 www.ooanet.org
Compliance - State Medical Board of Ohio
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The board maintains a list of all Ohio physicians who have or had formal disciplinary action, including permanent license restrictions . The list can be found by visitng eLicense. A:A treatment provider may apply for board approval or renewal of board approval by submission of the following ...
🌐 med.ohio.gov
OHFAMA | OHFAMA Staff
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Founded in 1915, the Ohio Foot and Ankle Medical Association (OHFAMA) is dedicated to serving and protecting the foot health of Ohioans and advancing the professional practice of podiatric medicine and surgery in the state. OHFAMA represents over 600 licensed podiatric physicians and surgeons ...
🌐 www.opma.org
PROVIDER COMPANY APPLICATION USER GUIDE
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All Registrants must have their fingerprints submitted to the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) for a
🌐 services.dps.ohio.gov
License Lookup - eLicense Online - Ohio.gov
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The Division of Real Estate and Professional Licensing is part of the Ohio Department of Commerce . This division is responsible for licensing Ohio's real estate brokers, salespeople, appraisers and foreign real estate dealers and salespeople. The Division is also responsible for the registration ...
🌐 elicense3.com.ohio.gov
BrokerCheck - Find a broker, investment or financial advisor
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BrokerCheck is a trusted tool that shows you employment history, certifications, licenses, and any violations for brokers and investment advisors.
🌐 brokercheck.finra.org
SAFE - Contact Us
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Home | About ODEW | State Agencies | Online Services · In order to provide better customer service, please include your first name, last name, email address that your SAFE account is registered with, and if known, your SAFE ID in the email request for service
🌐 safe.ode.state.oh.us
Ohio School Discipline | Ohio Department of Education and Workforce
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Login | State Agencies | Employees · Ohio law (ORC 3313.661) requires schools and districts have a written discipline policy describing their school’s methods of discipline such as suspension, expulsion, removal, and permanent exclusion . The policy should list specific types of student ...
🌐 education.ohio.gov
Ohio Tank Tracking & Environmental Regulations
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NOTICE: The OTTER system is being replaced by the new OTTER Engage system . The old OTTER system has been taken down on July 22, 2025 at noon. Our office is not accepting UST permit requests or UST Registrations applications until the new system is live on July 28th at 8am.
🌐 apps.com.ohio.gov
Ohio BWC -
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This service offering allows you to search our records to determine whether an employer operating in Ohio has workers' compensation coverage; find out specific information about an employer such as name, address and managed care organization.
🌐 www.bwc.ohio.gov
The Ohio Lottery :: Retailer Central
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Sign In Join Now · Retailer Central · Search: · Some things you may be looking for: · Where can I play Keno near me · What were last night's winning numbers · How do I use Mobile Cashing · How do I claim my winnings
🌐 www.ohiolottery.com
Fishing License - Ohio Wildlife Licensing System
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- Annual hunting licenses, shooting range permit-hunting license combinations, fur taker permits, and wetland habitat stamps are valid from March-February and may be repurchased beginning the last week of February each year. - Annual fishing licenses and shooting range permits are valid for ...
🌐 oh-web.s3licensing.com
Ohio
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Phone: 614.644.2665 Fax: 614.387.0096 Email: licensing@insurance.ohio.gov Website: http://www.insurance.ohio.gov · Continuing Education Administration: Prometric E-mail: CE-Services@experioronline.com Agents - 1-800-532-2170 · Address: Ohio Department of Insurance 50 W.
🌐 www.sircon.com
ARELLO
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Our web service gives you access to over 2,976,365 real estate licensees . We receive licensee data directly from participating jurisdictions, most updated daily. With the ARELLO Licensee Verification Web Service, you can fully automate searches of our database and take the work out of licensee ...
🌐 www.arello.com

Ohio Counties

88 Ohio counties are indexed on SearchSystems.net — top 28 counties shown below. Browse the full directory or click any county for local court, sheriff, recorder and assessor links.

Cuyahoga Franklin Hamilton Summit Montgomery Lucas Stark Butler Lorain Adams Allen Ashland Ashtabula Athens

Frequently Asked Questions

Ohio's official criminal-history repository is operated by the state law-enforcement agency. Free public access to a complete criminal history is generally not available; an official background check typically requires fingerprints and a fee. County-level court records can be searched at no cost through individual court websites.

Ohio's court system is headed by the Supreme Court of Ohio. Trial-court business is handled by the Court of Common Pleas (each county), Municipal & County Courts. Many Ohio courts publish docket searches and case lookups online — see the Court Records tab above for direct links.

The Ohio Secretary of State (or equivalent agency) operates the official business-entity search. You can typically search corporations, LLCs, LPs, and other registered entities by name or registration number. See the Licenses or Business tab above.

The Assessor determines property values for tax purposes. The Recorder (or Clerk-Recorder) records deeds, mortgages, liens, and other property documents. Some county offices combine these roles, others keep them separate. Check the specific county page for details.

Ohio vital records (birth, death, marriage, divorce certificates) are issued by the Ohio Department of Health (Bureau of Vital Statistics) and, in many cases, by local county clerks. Fees and ID requirements are set by the issuing agency.

Most county-level property and recorded-document searches are free for basic information through the Assessor or Recorder website. Certified copies of deeds typically have a per-page fee. Direct links are in the Property Records tab above.

The Ohio sex offender registry is maintained by the state law-enforcement agency under the Sex Offender Registration and Community Notification Act. The registry is searchable by name, ZIP code, or address.

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