Mercer County

Mercer County, Pennsylvania, is located in the northwestern corner of the Commonwealth, sharing its western border with Ohio. Established on March 12, 1800, Mercer County was named after General Hugh Mercer, a Revolutionary War hero who died at the Battle of Princeton. Mercer County seat is Mercer, a small borough that is the administrative center, though the City of Sharon and the City of Hermitage are the largest municipalities by population. Mercer County includes approximately 682 square miles and had a population of approximately 110,000 residents according to recent census estimates. Mercer County is characterized by rolling hills, agricultural land, and industrial corridors, particularly along the Shenango River Valley. Major landmarks include Grove City College, the historic Buhl Mansion in Sharon, and the Shenango River Lake recreation area. Mercer County's economy has historically been tied to steel production, manufacturing, and agriculture. Key county offices include Mercer Recorder of Deeds of Deeds located at 103 South Diamond Street in Mercer, PA 16137; Mercer County Clerk of Courts at the same address; and Mercer County Assessment Office, which maintains property valuation records. Mercer County Courthouse, built in 1909, is an architectural landmark in downtown Mercer area. What makes Mercer County unique is its blend of industrial heritage in cities like Sharon and Farrell with the quaint college town atmosphere of Grove City, home to both Grove City College and Grove City Premium Outlets, one of Pennsylvania's largest outlet shopping destinations.

Law Enforcement & Arrests

• The Pennsylvania State Police Mercer barracks at 3310 Perry Highway provides coverage for townships and boroughs without their own police forces.
• Requests for arrest records can be submitted to the law enforcement agency that made the arrest or through the Clerk of Courts for records related to court proceedings.
• Some agencies post recent bookings online, while others require in-person or written requests.
• Pennsylvania's Right-to-Know Law provides broad access to arrest and booking information, though certain investigative records may be exempt.
• Processing times and fees vary by agency, with some charging nominal copying fees for paper records.

Jail & Inmate Records

• In Pennsylvania, the bond or bail process allows for the release of detainees pending trial, with conditions set by the court.

• Court records are accessible through the Pennsylvania Unified Judicial System's web portal at ujsportal.pacourts.us, which provides docket searches for both Common Pleas and Magisterial District Court cases.
• Public access is governed by Pennsylvania Rules of Judicial Administration regarding case records, with most criminal and civil dockets available online at no charge for viewing, though certified copies require fees.
• Fees for certified copies typically range from $7 to $10 per document plus per-page charges.

Property records for Mercer County, Pennsylvania are maintained by the Mercer County Recorder of Deeds. This office maintains recorded documents including deeds, mortgages, liens, and easements for properties in Mercer County.

🔗 https://mercercountypa.gov

Vital records for this county include birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificates issued under state vital statistics law.

• Birth certificates cost $20 for the first copy and $6 for each additional copy ordered at the same time; death certificates are similarly priced.
• Processing time is typically 2-4 weeks for mail requests, though expedited service may be available for an additional fee.
• The marriage license fee is approximately $50, and there is a three-day waiting period after application before the license is valid.
• Online ordering is available through the Pennsylvania Department of Health's VitalChek service at www.health.pa.gov, though convenience fees apply for online and expedited requests.

Business records, licenses, and permits for this county are processed by the County Clerk and local government offices.

• This free searchable database provides information on business names, registration status, registration dates, registered agents, and business addresses for all entities registered in Pennsylvania.