Hocking County, Ohio Public Records

Mugshots and booking photos in Hocking County, Ohio, can be obtained through the Hocking County Sheriff's Office. They may provide access to these records upon request, and some may be available through their official website. For more detailed inquiries, you can visit the Sheriff's Office in person or contact them by phone.

To obtain a criminal background check in Hocking County, Ohio, you should contact the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI). The BCI provides background checks for the state, and you can request one by submitting fingerprints and the necessary forms. Locally, you can also inquire at the Hocking County Sheriff's Office for guidance on the process.

To look up sex offenders in Hocking County, Ohio, you can use the Ohio Sex Offender Registry, which is maintained by the Ohio Attorney General's Office. The registry is accessible online and allows you to search for offenders by name, address, or proximity to a specific location. This tool provides detailed information about registered sex offenders in the area.

To register to vote in Hocking County, you can complete online registration at olvr.ohiosos.gov, submit a paper application by mail, or register in person at the Hocking County Board of Elections at 9 East Main Street in Logan. Ohio requires voters to register at least 30 days before an election to be eligible to participate in that election. You must be a U.S. Citizen, at least 18 years old by Election Day, and an Ohio resident for at least 30 days. Once registered, you can request absentee ballots for any election through the Board of Elections.

Property records in Hocking County are maintained by the Hocking County Recorder's Office and the County Auditor, both located at 1 East Main Street in Logan. The Auditor's website offers free online searching for property ownership, tax assessments, parcel maps, and sales history by owner name, address, or parcel number. For recorded deeds, mortgages, liens, and other instruments, you can visit the Recorder's office in person or call (740) 385-2127 to request specific documents. Certified copies are available for statutory fees ranging from $2.00 for the first page of recorded documents.

Birth and death certificates for events occurring in Hocking County can be requested from the Hocking County Health Department at 99 East Main Street, Logan, phone (740) 385-3030. Certified copies cost $25.00 for birth certificates and $25.00 for death certificates, with same-day service typically available for in-person requests if the record is on file. You must provide valid photo identification and demonstrate a direct and tangible interest in the record under Ohio law. Alternatively, the Ohio Department of Health, Division of Vital Statistics in Columbus can provide certified copies for an additional fee, with online ordering available through VitalChek.

Business records in Hocking County are divided between local and state agencies. Trade name and fictitious name (DBA) registrations are filed with the Hocking County Clerk of Courts at the courthouse in Logan. For formal business entities like LLCs and corporations, search the free online database maintained by the Ohio Secretary of State at www.businesssearch.ohiosos.gov, which provides registration status, registered agents, and filing history. Local business permits and licenses may be issued by the City of Logan or other municipalities, while specialized professional licenses are handled by Ohio state licensing boards.