Alexandria, Ohio Public Records

For felony criminal cases and higher-level civil matters, the Licking County Court of Common Pleas has jurisdiction, located at 20 South Second Street, Newark, OH 43055, phone (740) 670-5800. The Court of Common Pleas includes separate divisions for General (civil cases over $15,000 and felony criminal), Domestic Relations (divorce, custody, child support), Juvenile, and Probate (estates, guardianships, mental health). The Licking County Probate Court, which also handles marriage licenses, is located at 20 South Second Street, 4th Floor, Newark, OH 43055, phone (740) 670-5870. Ohio court records are accessible through the state's online portal, the Ohio Courts Public Access system, available at www.supremecourt.ohio.gov/online-services. Many Licking County case records can be searched through this system, though some sensitive cases (juvenile, certain domestic) have restricted access. The Licking County Clerk of Courts, located at 20 South Second Street, Newark, OH 43055, phone (740) 670-5810, maintains official court records and can provide certified copies. Fees for certified copies are typically $2.00 for the first page and $0.25 for each additional page, as established by Ohio Revised Code Section 2303.26. Case searches can be conducted in person at the Clerk's office or through their online case search portal.

This free online tool displays current ownership, assessed values (land and building separately), tax district information, property characteristics (square footage, year built, lot size), and recent sales history. The Licking County Auditor also maintains agricultural use valuations (CAUV) for farmland in and around Alexandria. For recorded documents including deeds, mortgages, liens, easements, and other instruments affecting real property, the Licking County Recorder's Office handles all filings. The Recorder's Office is located at 20 South Second Street, Newark, OH 43055, phone (740) 670-5110, website www.lcounty.com/recorder. The Recorder provides an online document search system where users can search by name, document type, or parcel number to view recorded instruments. Many documents are available for free viewing online, though certified copies require a fee of $2.00 for the first page and $0.25 for each additional page per Ohio Revised Code Section 317.32. The Licking County Auditor also maintains a GIS (Geographic Information System) mapping application accessible through their website, allowing users to view aerial imagery, parcel boundaries, zoning information, and property characteristics. This interactive map is a valuable tool for researching properties in Alexandria and throughout the county.

The Northridge Local School District is one of the area's significant employers, serving Alexandria and surrounding communities. Agriculture remains an important economic component, with family farms surrounding the village producing corn, soybeans, dairy products, and livestock. The median household income in Alexandria is estimated at approximately $50,000-$60,000 based on recent census data, somewhat lower than the Licking County median of around $63,000. The village's location along U.S. Route 40 (the historic National Road) provides some commercial traffic, though State Route 37 carries more regional traffic north-south. Economic development in the Alexandria area is modest, with growth largely occurring in the form of residential development for families seeking affordable housing within commuting distance of Newark and Columbus. The broader Licking County economy has benefited from Intel's announcement of a major semiconductor manufacturing facility in nearby Johnstown, which is expected to bring significant economic impacts to the region over the coming decade, though Alexandria's small size and distance from the site may limit direct benefits. The village maintains its character as a quiet residential and agricultural community within the growing central Ohio economic region.

Law enforcement services for Alexandria, Ohio are provided by the Licking County Sheriff's Office, as the village does not maintain its own police department. The Licking County Sheriff's Office is located at 60 South Second Street, Newark, OH 43055, and can be reached at (740) 670-5500. Their website at www.lcounty.com/sheriff provides information on services, community programs, and contact information for various divisions. Residents of Alexandria can request police reports, incident records, and crash reports by contacting the Records Division at the Sheriff's Office in person or by written request. Ohio's Public Records Act, codified in Ohio Revised Code Section 149.43, governs access to law enforcement records and requires agencies to make public records available for inspection and copying within a reasonable time. Some records may be redacted or withheld if they are part of an ongoing investigation or contain confidential information protected by law. For arrest and jail booking information, the Licking County Sheriff's Office maintains an online inmate roster accessible through the Licking County Justice Center website. The detention facility, located at 60 South Second Street in Newark, provides a searchable database showing current inmates, booking dates, charges, bond amounts, and in some cases, booking photographs. This roster is updated regularly and provides transparency regarding who is currently in custody. To search for someone who may have been arrested, residents can visit the Sheriff's Office website or call the jail directly at (740) 670-5560. Historical arrest records and completed cases can be requested through the Sheriff's Records Division, though fees may apply for copies and research time under Ohio Revised Code Section 149.43(B)(7).

Alexandria residents can order vital records online through the VitalChek service at www.odh.ohio.gov/vitalstatistics, by mail, or in person at the state office in Columbus. Processing time is typically 4-6 weeks by mail, or same-day if applying in person (appointments recommended). Online orders through VitalChek include additional service fees but expedite processing to 7-10 business days. The Licking County Health Department at 675 Price Road, Newark, OH 43055, phone (740) 349-6535, can also provide certified copies of birth and death certificates for events that occurred in Licking County, including Alexandria, for the same state-mandated fees. Marriage licenses for Alexandria couples are issued by the Licking County Probate Court, located at 20 South Second Street, 4th Floor, Newark, OH 43055, phone (740) 670-5870. The marriage license fee is $65.00 if both parties have completed premarital counseling (must provide certificate), or $85.00 without counseling. The license is valid for 60 days from issuance. Marriage records are public and can be searched and copied through the Probate Court. Divorce records are filed with the Licking County Clerk of Courts, 20 South Second Street, Newark, OH 43055, phone (740) 670-5810, as they are processed through the Domestic Relations Division of the Court of Common Pleas. Only parties to the divorce, their attorneys, or those with a court order can obtain certified copies of divorce decrees under Ohio law.

Fictitious name (DBA - "Doing Business As") registrations in Ohio are typically filed with the county where the business principally operates. In Licking County, assumed name certificates can be filed with the Licking County Clerk of Courts, though Ohio does not have a statewide DBA registration requirement as many states do. For formal business entity formation, the Ohio Secretary of State, Business Services Division, handles all corporation, LLC, partnership, and other entity registrations. Their office is located at 22 North Fourth Street, Columbus, OH 43215, with online services available at www.ohiosos.gov. The Ohio Business Central portal allows free searches of all registered business entities in Ohio, including those based in Alexandria or operating there. Users can search by business name, registered agent, or entity number to verify corporation status, view formation dates, check good standing, and identify officers and registered agents. UCC (Uniform Commercial Code) lien filings in Ohio are also maintained by the Secretary of State's office and searchable online at businesssearch.ohiosos.gov. For commercial property tax information in Alexandria, the Licking County Auditor's Office at (740) 670-5030 provides online access to commercial property assessments, tax rates, and payment history through their property search portal. Business personal property tax declarations are filed annually with the County Auditor by March 31st for equipment, inventory, and furniture used in business operations.

Alexandria, Ohio voters are served by the Licking County Board of Elections, located at 60 South Second Street, Suite 1, Newark, OH 43055, phone (740) 670-5120, website www.lickingcounty.gov/elections. This office handles all aspects of voter registration, election administration, absentee voting, and precinct management for Alexandria residents. Ohio voters can register online through the Secretary of State's website at olvr.ohiosos.gov, which provides a secure online voter registration system. The deadline to register or update registration is 30 days before any election. New registrants must provide an Ohio driver's license number or the last four digits of their Social Security number. Alexandria, as an incorporated village, holds municipal elections for Mayor and Council members. The Village of Alexandria elects a Mayor and six Council members in odd-numbered years, with the next municipal election scheduled for November 2025. These local races appear on the ballot alongside any county-wide issues or state ballot measures. Village council members serve four-year staggered terms. Residents can find information about local candidates and ballot issues through the Licking County Board of Elections website and at Village Council meetings held regularly at Alexandria Village Hall. To locate their specific polling place, Alexandria voters can use the polling place lookup tool on the Ohio Secretary of State's website at www.ohiosos.gov or contact the Licking County Board of Elections directly. In the November 2024 presidential election, Licking County experienced strong voter turnout with approximately 69% of registered voters participating, reflecting the high-engagement nature of the presidential race. Looking ahead to the November 3, 2026 general election, Alexandria and Licking County voters will decide several important races. Ohio will elect a U.S. Senator in 2026, as one of Ohio's two Senate seats will be on the ballot. The Governor's race is not scheduled for 2026 (Ohio governors serve four-year terms with the next election in 2026 being the midterm). Voters will elect state representatives for Ohio House districts (two-year terms), may vote on Ohio State Senate seats depending on their district (four-year staggered terms), and will decide county offices including County Commissioners, Sheriff, Clerk of Courts, Auditor, Treasurer, Recorder, Prosecuting Attorney, Coroner, and Engineer, as these positions have staggered terms. Ohio voters can request absentee ballots online through the Secretary of State's website, by mail, or in person at the Licking County Board of Elections. The deadline to request an absentee ballot by mail is three days before Election Day, though earlier requests are strongly encouraged. Early in-person voting is available at the Board of Elections office beginning four weeks before Election Day. Ohio requires voters to provide identification when voting, either an Ohio driver's license, state ID, military ID, or passport. Voter registration lists in Ohio are public records with certain personal information redacted. Campaign finance reports for local and state candidates are available through the Ohio Secretary of State's website. Precinct-level election results for Licking County are published by the Board of Elections following certification of results, typically within two weeks of Election Day.