Perry County, Ohio Public Records

Mugshots and booking photos in Perry County, Ohio, are typically maintained by the Perry County Sheriff's Office. You can request these records by visiting their office at 110 W Brown St, New Lexington, OH 43764, or by checking their official website for any available online portals. It's important to note that access to these photos may be subject to certain privacy laws and regulations.

To obtain a criminal background check in Perry County, Ohio, you need to contact the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI). Locally, you can visit the Perry County Sheriff's Office, which may assist in fingerprinting services required for the background check process. The BCI provides detailed instructions on their website for submitting a background check request.

You can look up sex offenders in Perry County, Ohio, by accessing the Ohio Sex Offender Registry, which is managed by the Ohio Attorney General's Office. The registry provides a searchable online database where you can find information on registered sex offenders by name, address, or proximity to a specific location. This tool is designed to enhance public safety and awareness.

To register to vote in Perry County, contact the Perry County Board of Elections at (740) 342-2073 or visit their office at 105 South Main Street in New Lexington. You can register online at olvr.ohiosos.gov, in person at the Board of Elections, or by mailing a completed application available on the Ohio Secretary of State website. You must register at least 30 days before an election to be eligible to vote in that election. Any registered the county voter can request an absentee ballot without providing an excuse through the Board of Elections website or by contacting the office directly.

Property records in Perry County can be searched through the Perry County Auditor's Office, located at 105 South Main Street, New Lexington, phone (740) 342-2074. The Auditor provides a free online GIS property search system accessible through the county website where you can find parcel maps, tax assessments, ownership information, and payment history. For recorded deeds, mortgages, and liens, contact the county Recorder's Office at the same address, phone (740) 342-2074, which maintains an online index of land records. Certified copies are available for statutory fees.

Birth and death certificates for Perry County events are available through the Perry County Health Department at 220 South Main Street, New Lexington, phone (740) 342-5657. You must provide valid photo identification and proof of eligibility (only certain family members and legal representatives can access these records under Ohio law). The fee is approximately $25 for a certified birth certificate and $25 for a death certificate, with processing taking 1-2 weeks for in-person requests. Alternatively, you can order Ohio vital records through the Ohio Department of Health Vital Statistics or online via VitalChek.com with additional service fees.

For fictitious name (DBA) registrations filed in Perry County, contact the Perry County Clerk of Courts at (740) 342-2074 at 105 South Main Street, New Lexington. For formal business entities including corporations and LLCs, search the free online database maintained by the Ohio Secretary of State at businesssearch.ohiosos.gov, which provides information about registered Ohio businesses. Local business licenses and permits may be administered by individual municipalities or the Perry County Building Department depending on business location and type. The Perry County Chamber of Commerce can also provide guidance on local business registration requirements.