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Find Madison County public records for free by checking public databases or submitting requests to local agencies.

These records include court documents, marital records, divorce records, warrants, property ownership, information on prisoners, criminal records, background checks, arrests, and probation details.

Such information and documents are available to members of the public per the federal government’s Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and the state-level Ohio Sunshine Laws.

This resource offers guidance to anyone hoping to acquire or review public information in Madison County, Ohio; readers will be provided with the most efficient and effective search tools, application forms, and contact information for county and state agencies that host these records.

How To Run a Free Arrest Record Search in Madison County Ohio

Madison County provides various ways for individuals to look up arrest records and police reports. The County Sheriff’s Office often provides the broadest search as it covers all the cities, villages, and townships.

Madison County, in collaborative efforts with Union and Champaign, manages the Tri-County Regional Jail. Therefore, inmates arrested in Madison are housed in the tri-county jail located in Champaign.

Various police departments in Madison County provide police reports and record request forms. Electronic copies are obtained for free, while copies are available at a fee. To find someone’s arrest records, you must at least know the name of the individual.

In some cases, you might be required to provide the case number of the arrest to expedite the process of obtaining the records.

Look Up Arrest Records via the Madison County Sheriff’s Office

The Madison County Sheriff’s Office houses inmates in the Tri-County Regional Jail.¹ The sheriff’s office has a hallway cellblock for holding inmates who have a court appearance. The Tri-County Regional Jail is a joint correctional facility located in Champaign. It is shared by three counties: Madison, Union, and Champaign.

Individuals looking for arrests in Madison County can thus refer to the Tri-County Regional Jail. This joint jail provides an online search feature where individuals can look up Madison County bookings.

To view jail records, you can search by name or click on any of the alphabetical letters to view names starting with that letter. The “Current in Custody” list shows the name, date of birth, date of arrest, and booking date of the inmate.

Searchers can click on the name to find someone’s mugshot and view more details about the inmate. Additional details provided include:

• Mugshot
• Personal Identifying Information (such as race, gender, eye color, and height)
• Custody Status
• Booking Information (including the booking date and number, the arresting agency, and the location)
• Court Information (such as the offense, bail type, bail amount, judge, and court date)

This free tool further allows searchers to view the jail history of an inmate. These details range from court appearances to offenses.

Individuals can contact the Tri-County Regional Jail at 937.834.5000 for additional inquiries. The jail also lists various contacts to assist you in getting more information. You can also visit the jail at the address below:

Tri-County Regional Jail
4099 State Route 559
Mechanicsburg, OH 43044

Fax: 937.834.9975

Individuals can also contact the sheriff’s office at the address below to inquire about Madison County arrest records:

Madison County Sheriff’s Office
23 W. High Street
P.O. Box 558
London, OH 43140

Phone: 740.852.1332
Fax: 740.852.7125

Acquire Police Reports & Arrest Details via Madison County Law Enforcement Agencies

Madison County is home to several police departments dotted around its villages and townships.

If you head to London, which is the seat of the county, you can find a police department that keeps what they call Police Beats.³ These refer to a log of events or incidents that the London Police Department responds to and records.

To look up any arrests made in London, the City of London Police Beats is a good place to start. This log contains details such as where the incident happened and a brief description or summary of the event.

If an arrest was made, the log details the following:

• The name of the arrestee
• What they got charged with
• Where they were taken in
• The date and time of the incident

Individuals can also request public records from the London Police Division. Ohio residents are not required to identify themselves to request public records. The London Police Division can send electronic records for free while charging copies $0.50 per page after 20 pages. Individuals can also obtain records in a CD format for $1 per CD.

To request these public records, individuals can visit the London Police Department in person or fill out the Public Request Form and send it to the following address:⁴

City of London Police
10 E First Street
London, Ohio 43140

Telephone: 740.852.1414
Fax: 740.852.7025
Email address: [email protected]

The Plain City Police Department also keeps their community informed. Every week, they update a Weekly Crime Report on their website. This public index gives you a sneak peek into their week, from serious calls like suicide threats to routine jobs like helping out other departments.

These weekly crime reports can be insightful for individuals looking for arrest details in Plain City and other parts of Madison County. If an arrest is made, it shows up in the crime report, indicating the name of the offender and the charges.

Searchers can request public records from the Plain City Police Department. To do so, you are required to fill out the Request Form and mail it to the address below. Please note that charges, if any, have not been indicted, and these details can always be obtained by contacting the police department.

The office is open from Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 4 PM.

Village of Plain City
800 Village Boulevard
P.O. Box 167
Plain City, OH 43064

Email: [email protected]
Police Department Contact Numbers
Non-Emergency: 614.873.2921
Dispatch: 614.873.4321

While the Village of West Jefferson Police Department does not explicitly state they share police reports, you can also call or visit to inquire using the information below:

West Jefferson Police Department
28 East Main St.
West Jefferson, OH 43162

Phone: 614.879.7672

How To Determine if Someone Has a History of Crime in Madison County Ohio

If you are looking for someone’s past run-ins with the law, you can always turn to Madison County public records. These records include details like arrest warrants or background checks and even have a list of registered sex offenders.

When it comes to Madison County criminal records, there are various custodians of these records. The Madison County Clerk of Court and Municipal Court hears traffic-related issues, civil cases and criminal cases. These courts allow individuals to search criminal records through court case files.

In addition, the Law Enforcement Division of the Madison County Sheriff’s Office manages warrants for the courts. Therefore, individuals looking for warrants can contact the sheriff’s office. For individuals in the London or Plain City areas, the local police departments are good places to check out for both warrants and any incident reports.

Verify if Someone Has a Criminal History in Madison County via the Court Online Search Tool

When obtaining criminal case records in Madison County, the Clerk of Courts is where you’ll need to search. The Madison County Clerk of Court handles case records for criminal, traffic, and civil matters in the county.

You can utilized the Online Records Search Tool provided by the clerk of court. This tool allows you to look-up case information. Enter the defendant’s name, or case number in the search fields provided to begin the search.

The search results will display a listing of any matching cases with the case number and type, filing date, and basic docket entries. Click on the case number to view more detailed information like parties involved, future court dates, charges, and dispositions.

Additionally, the Madison County Municipal Court, which is the trial-level court, hears cases described as criminal misdemeanors and traffic offenses.⁷ Individuals can conduct a free criminal record check by utilizing the Municipal Court Record Search. A search can be performed using either of the following:

• Name of the Subject
• Hearing Date
• Case Number
• Ticket Number (for traffic offenses)

A matching search criteria displays information such as:

• Case Number
• Charges
• Arresting Agency
• Filing Date
• Case Type

To view additional details about the case, click on docket entries or case number. Clicking on the case number displays additional information, including:

• Details About the Party (including physical characteristics and personal identifying information)
• Complainant or Officer
• Charges or Violation Information
• Hearing Information (including the date and time)
• Disposition Information

Additional inquiries can be directed to the Court’s office using the information below:

Madison County Clerk of Court
1 N. Main St.
P.O. Box 557
London, Ohio 43140-0557

Phone: 740.852.9776
Fax: 740.845.1778

Madison County Municipal Court
55 North Oak Street
London, OH 43140

Mailing Address:

P.O. Box 646
London, OH 43140

Telephone: 740.852.1669
Fax: 740.852.0812

Check Arrest Warrant Details in Madison County Ohio

The Communication Center at the Madison County Sheriff’s Office is responsible for entering arrest warrants for all the courts. Individuals can inquire about warrant details from the sheriff’s office by calling 740.852.1212 or visiting the address below:

Law Enforcement Communication Division
222 Garfield Ave.
London, Ohio 43140

The City of London Police Division allows individuals to look up Madison County warrants through its Police Beats. Police Beats, or incident reports, provide details of the calls received and attended to by the police.

Details about the warrant show up as warrant execution in this media log. The details shown include the name of the offender, location, time, and date of the arrest.

The Weekly Crime Reports published by the Plain City Police Department also show warrant details under the type of call to which the officers responded.

The Madison County Sex Offender Registry is also a great place to look for warrants, especially for non-compliant sex offenders. Through this online directory, searches can view the non-compliant list to see offenders who have violated sex offender registry laws.

The Municipal Court Record Search is a great place to look for warrants in Madison County. Court records usually show information such as the offense and whether a bench warrant was issued in the process.

The Ohio Department of Correction and Rehabilitation also publishes Parole Violators at Large. This list shows parolees who have violated the terms of their supervised release and thus have warrants issued against them.

How To Look Up Probation Information in Madison County

Individuals can check public records at the Municipal Court Record Search and obtain probation information. This free online tool contains Madison County court records, with a matching search indicating probation details under disposition.

The Madison County Municipal Court also has a probation division where searchers can direct their inquiries.¹¹ Their contact details are listed below:

Telephone: 740.845.1727
Fax: 740.852.2654
Email: [email protected]

The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation & Correction has various divisions, including the Division of Parole & Community Services (DPCS). The DPCS handles both parole and probation services in the state. Individuals can contact the division at 614.752.1235 to inquire or visit the following location:

Division of Parole & Community Services
4545 Fisher Rd., Suite D
Columbus, OH 43228

How To Complete a Background Check in Madison County Ohio

Background checks can be conducted for both personal and professional reasons. The difference between these two types of checks is detailed in the table below:

	Personal Background Checks	Professional Background Checks
Purpose	It is done for personal reasons, such as the need to be in a relationship with the subject.	It is meant for official purposes, like assessing a potential employee or checking for housing, childcare, elderly care, licensing, and firearms licensing.
Information Source	All information needed for checks is publicly available through governmental bodies or 3rd party providers.	All information needed for checks is publicly available.
Consent Required	Written consent is not necessary.	Written consent is often required by FCRA if obtaining information from a Consumer Reporting Agency.
Usage Limitations	It must not be used for illegal purposes such as stalking, blackmail, harassment, or intimidation.	The report must be used in accordance with regulatory laws. FCRA compliance is necessary when using information for employment, tenancy, or other qualifying decisions.
Legal & Regulatory Constraints	There are no specific legal constraints, although the right to individual privacy must be considered.	Must abide by Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and FCRA guidelines. FCRA is enforced by the FTC. Cases of discriminatory employment practices can be reported to the EEOC. Violations of FCRA can be reported to the FTC.

Employers or apartment owners wishing to conduct background checks can contact the Madison County Sheriff’s Office. This name-based check only includes the criminal history of individuals arrested and housed in Madison County Jail until December 8, 2000.

You can contact or reach the county sheriff’s office at:

Madison County Sheriff’s Office
23 W. High Street
P.O. Box 558
London, OH 43140

Telephone: 740.852.1332
Fax: 740.852.7125

Madison County public records from 2000 onwards can be obtained from the Tri-County Regional Jail. The addresses and contact information are shown below:

Tri-County Regional Jail
4099 State Route 559
Mechanicsburg, OH 43044

Fax: 937.834.9975

The Madison County Sheriff’s Office further offers non-fingerprint and fingerprint-based checks at a cost.¹² Local background checks cost $1, while inked fingerprints cost $15.

The Ohio Attorney General’s Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) is the state agency responsible for processing fingerprints. The department uses WebCheck to process and transfer fingerprints electronically.¹³

The sheriff’s office, through its BCI&I office on S.R. 56, provides electronic fingerprinting from Monday to Friday, 8:30 to 3 PM. Electronic fingerprinting available includes the following options:

• Ohio, B.C.I.&I. only: $ 30.00
• National, F.B.I. only: $ 35.00
• Combination of B.C.I.& I. and F.B.I.: $55

The BCI also offers fingerprinting services via its offices in Plain City and London. The costs and operating hours vary, as outlined by the Ohio Attorney General’s Office.

How To Access Ohio Criminal Records Using State & Federal Resources

There are various ways to look up someone’s criminal record in Ohio.

The Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) provides access to criminal records to authorized individuals at a fee.¹⁴ It is important to note that criminal history records held by the BCI are not public records, and individuals can only request their own criminal histories and not those of others.

To request this information, you must:

• Provide your name, address, and any other personal identifying information.
• Submit fingerprints via WebCheck or any other BCI location in Madison County.
• A signed consent.
• A payment of $22 to the Treasurer of the State of Ohio. Money orders, business checks, or electronic payments are accepted.

Individuals can also access the Ohio Department of Correction and Rehabilitation (ODRC) Offender Search and look up criminal records.¹⁵ Through this free online tool. Individuals can search Ohio public records using one or a combination of the following search criteria:

• Last & First Name
• By County
• By Residential County
• By Zip Code
• By Status (incarcerated, supervised, or violators at large)

A matching name search displays results such as offender photo, date of birth, status, and offenses. You can click on the offender number to view more details about the offender.

Another way to look for sex offenders is through the National Sex Offender Public Website (NSOPW).¹⁶ This public records repository allows individuals to look up offenders by name or by address.

The Ohio Attorney General’s Office maintains and provides access to a Sex Offender Registry to the public. Individuals can search the registry by:

• Name
• City
• Address
• Phone Number
• Email
• Internet Name

A matching search through the registry shows the mugshot, name, address, and city of the sex offender. Individuals can click on the mugshot to view the subject’s criminal history.

The Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) processes and maintains both traffic and investigative reports. The OSHP allows individuals to request public records per the Ohio Revised Code 149.43.¹⁷

Requests for public records can be made to the Public Records Center either anonymously or by creating an account. An account with the Public Records Center allows you to track your request. To submit an anonymous request, fill out the online form, including the details of the request.

The Federal Bureau of Prisons Inmate Locator provides online access to information on federal inmates. Individuals can obtain criminal records on federal inmates from 1982 to the present. You can search the BOP inmate locator by name or number.

A matching search returns the name, date of birth, age, registration number, and custody status of the federal inmate.

The Supreme Court of Ohio, which hears appeals from lower courts, provides online access to cases dating back to 1985. Individuals can search the court docket by number or case captions. Additional search criteria include party search or attorney search.

How To Obtain Court Records in Madison County OH

Madison County Court system comprises a Municipal Court and a Court of Common Pleas.¹⁸

The Court of Common Pleas has four divisions:

• The General Division, which hears felony and civil cases.
• The Domestic Relations Division: Handles domestic cases, such as marriage dissolution, divorces, and child custody cases.
• The Juvenile Division: Handles traffic, civil, abuse, neglect, and dependency cases involving minors.
• The Chancery Division: Hears cases involving the issuance of marriage licenses, succession, and estate management.

The Madison County Municipal Court has three divisions:

•  A Civil Division that hears civil claims of less than $15,000.
•  A Criminal or Traffic Division that handles criminal cases, misdemeanors, and traffic offenses.
• A Housing or Environmental Division that environmental protection civil and criminal actions.

Individuals can view Madison County judicial records via the Municipal Court and Court of Common Pleas. Each court provides an online free public records search to access dockets.

Browsing through the Clerk of Courts Record Search can be conducted using a name, case number, hearing date, or file date. Individuals can view more details about a particular case by clicking on the case number or docket entries. Some cases allow searchers to download scanned copies of the docket.

If you have questions, here’s the address and contact for the Madison County Clerk of Court:

Madison County Clerk of Court
1 N. Main St.
P.O. Box 557
London, OH 43140-0557

Telephone: 740.852.9776
Fax: 740.845.1778

Searchers can further access the Municipal Court Record Search and look up criminal and traffic cases. To conduct a Madison County case search through the court system, searchers are required to enter any of the following details:

• Name of a person or even a company
• The case number
• Dates related to the hearing or filing
• The ticket number

Searchers can also contact the Madison County Municipal Court and inquire using the details shown below:

Madison County Municipal Court
55 North Oak Street
London, OH 43140

Mailing Address:

P.O. Box 646
London, OH 43140

Telephone: 740.852.1669
Fax: 740.852.0812

Lastly, for those looking for civil cases, the Madison County Probate and Juvenile Court offers an Online Record Search. Individuals looking for civil cases can search by first and last name and obtain records from them. Individuals can either search for records from 1996 to the present or records before 1996.

How To View Madison County Vital Records: Marriage, Divorce, Birth & Death

Vital records, which are part of Madison County public records, are records that show important life events such as birth, death, marriage, and divorce.

These records can be used for genealogy or heritage research, whereby death and birth certificates become crucial. In addition, a birth certificate is critical in cases where individuals have to verify their citizenship.

Marriage and divorce records can also help you to find out if someone is married or divorced. The Ohio Open Records Law allows individuals to access public records in Madison County anonymously and for free.

The custodians of vital records in Madison County include the Chancery Court and the Vital Records Office. Individuals can conduct a quick search through the Chancery Court to view birth, marriage, divorce, and death records.

Look Up Madison County Divorce & Marriage Records via the Juvenile or Probate Court

The Juvenile and Chancery Court allows individuals to search its Online Records Search Portal and access Madison County marriage records.

To check if someone is married, individuals can search by first name or last name of the subject. Two search options exist — either before or after 1996.

A matching search result displays the name of the parties and their aliases if available, as well as the date the marriage was filed. To view more details, click on the case number; you’ll be able to review the information below.

• Personal Information About the Applicants: These include the name, age, address, occupation, birthdate and place, and parents’ name.
• Details About Prior Marriages: Indicates whether the applicants have been previously married, and if so, their respective divorce dates and previous partners.
• Marriage Case Information: These include the license number, application date, details about the clerk, date of issues, as well as marriage date.

You can also look up online Madison County divorce records through the Chancery Court. The only way to know if someone is divorced in Madison County is by looking at their marriage records. The marriage license reveals the former spouses of the applicants if they had any.

Information revealed about divorce will include:

• Number of Previous Marriages
• Divorce Date
• Names of Former Spouses
• Divorce Court
• County & State Where the Divorce Occurred

Access Birth & Death Information via the Madison County Office of Vital Statistics

Individuals can utilize the Chancery Court Records Search tool to look up birth and death records.

The search results show details such as:

• Parents’ Names
• Subject’s Name
• Date of Birth
• Case Number

It is important to note that searching death records through this process just shows the name of the subject and their date of birth.

However, Madison County Public Health Office of Vital Statistics allows individuals to order a copy of a birth or death certificate. A searcher can order a copy of a certificate of birth by filling out the Online Birth or Death Record Application Form and paying $25.

Individuals can also request a copy of a certificate of death by mail by filling out the Printed Birth Certificate Application Form and paying $25 for each copy. An individual can also obtain a copy of a death certificate by mail, and the process involves filling out a Printable Death Certificate Application Form and paying the $25 fee.

The requester should mail a completed application form to the address below. The Madison County Public Health is open from Monday to Friday, from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.

Madison County Public Health
P.O. Box 467
London, Ohio 43140

Both birth and death certificates can also be acquired by placing an order via the Ohio Department of Health’s Bureau of Vital Statistics; fees vary depending on the number of copies and the type of record needed, but standard certified records of birth and death cost $21.50 each.

Order online or via mail request by sending an Application for Certified Copies of Vital Records to the address below:

Ohio Department of Health
Bureau of Vital Statistics
P.O. Box 15098
Columbus OH 43215-0098

Certificates may also be obtained in person at any local health districts or at the state office, which can be found at the following address:

Ohio Department of Health
Bureau of Vital Statistics
4200 Surface Rd.
Columbus, Ohio 43228

Email: [email protected]
Hours: M-F 10am — 2pm

How To Search Property Records & Tax Information in Madison County Ohio for Free

Individuals can retrieve property ownership information by searching the Chancery Court Records.

This is the quickest way to view the records, as the Chancery Court hears cases involving wills, estates, and guardianships. A matching search reveals information on the estate case number and whether the property has an administrator.

Individuals can also view property ownership information through the County Auditor Property Record Card Search. The County Auditor’s Office provides records on the following:

• Tax valuations of properties
• How properties have been paid for over time
• Any recent sales that have taken place

A matching search on the Auditor Record Card search shows the following:

• Drawings or photos showcasing the property
• Where the property sits
• Who owns it, and their address
• Where tax-related mail gets sent
• The current valuation of the property
• Any important legal bits and bobs
• And, of course, details from the tax map

Searchers can also inquire from the Auditor’s Office using the information below. The office is open from Monday to Friday, between the hours of 8 AM and 4 PM.

County Auditor’s Office
1 N Main St
PO BOX 47
London OH 43140-0047

Telephone:
740.852.9717
740.852.5752

The Madison County Recorder Office is another record custodian to consider. At the Recorder’s Office, you can dive deep into land records. However, you need to sign up online.

If you need hard copies or have other queries, you can reach out to the Recorder’s Office. They keep similar hours, from 8 AM to 4 PM, Monday through Friday.

Here is how you can contact them:

Madison County Recorder Office
1 North Main St.
Room 40
London, OH 43140

Telephone: 740-852-1854
Fax: 740-845-1776
Email address: [email protected]

Understanding Your Rights & Utilizing Madison County Public Records Responsibly

You can look into public records for many reasons, both personal and work-related. It is crucial, though, to handle this information carefully and stick to all the rules.

You do not need a person’s permission to check their background. A background check could be helpful when thinking about someone new in your life, such as a colleague, a family member, or even a potential date. However, it is important to be respectful and ensure their privacy.

You should not use this information in harmful ways like stalking or intimidating them.

In Ohio, schools, daycare centers, and health facilities need to do background checks. However, they have to do this following the guidelines from both the state and federal levels.

There are some specific rules to be aware of:

• The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, or EEOC, watches out for the rights of workers. According to the EEOC, employers cannot treat job applicants unfairly based on things like their race or beliefs during employment screening. If you believe you have been discriminated against during the employment application process, you can reach out to the EEOC.²²
• According to the Fair Credit Reporting Act, or FCRA, employers need written permission before they look into an applicant’s background.²³ If they use that information for hiring decisions, they have to show the applicant the report. Both workers and employers have rights under this, and if they are not followed, you can report to the FTC.²⁴
• For Ohio specifically, there’s a rule (Section 9.73 of the Ohio Revised Code) that states public employers cannot ask about criminal history during the application process. However, this code only goes for public jobs as there is no rule like this yet for private companies.

Public records include arrest history, warrants, vital records, and even criminal records.

According to the Ohio Public Records Act, individuals can request Madison County public records from governmental bodies such as the Sheriff’s Office, the Courts, and state agencies; alternatively, you can check out the Ohio public information lookup instructions for guidance on obtaining free records throughout the state.