Uhrichsville, Ohio Public Records

For felony criminal cases, domestic relations matters including divorce and custody, probate and estate cases, and civil cases exceeding $15,000, residents must access the Tuscarawas County Common Pleas Court at 101 East High Avenue, New Philadelphia, OH 44663 (phone: 330-365-3243 for General Division, 330-365-3244 for Domestic Relations, 330-365-3287 for Probate/Juvenile). Ohio court records can be searched through the Ohio Supreme Court's public access system, though availability varies by court. The Tuscarawas County Clerk of Courts maintains an online case search at www.tuscco.com where the public can search by party name or case number for cases filed in the Common Pleas Court. Certified copies of court documents typically cost $2.00 for the first page and $0.25 for each additional page, plus a $1.00 certification fee. Municipal court records may require in-person requests or phone inquiries for some older documents not yet digitized.

The Auditor's website offers a free online property search tool where users can search by address, parcel number, or owner name to view current assessed values, tax amounts, property characteristics, sale history, and tax payment status. The Tuscarawas County Recorder's Office, also at 125 East High Avenue (phone: 330-365-3225), is responsible for recording and maintaining all real estate transactions including deeds, mortgages, liens, easements, surveys, and other land-related documents. The Recorder's office provides online access to recorded documents through their website, allowing the public to search and view images of recorded instruments dating back several decades. Some searches and document images are available free of charge, while certified copies require a fee of $2.00 for the first page and $0.25 for each additional page. The county also maintains a GIS (Geographic Information System) parcel viewer accessible through the Auditor's website, which provides interactive mapping of all properties with aerial imagery, property boundaries, zoning information, and links to detailed parcel data. Property searches can be conducted by street address, owner name, or parcel identification number.

Healthcare services are provided by Trinity Hospital Twin City in nearby Dennison, which employs numerous Uhrichsville residents. The Claymont City School District is also a significant employer. Retail and service businesses along Main Street and State Route 250 serve local residents and travelers. The median household income in Uhrichsville is estimated at approximately $38,000-$42,000, below both county and state averages, reflecting the economic challenges faced by many smaller Rust Belt communities. Tuscarawas County's overall economy benefits from its location along Interstate 77 and its mix of agriculture, manufacturing, healthcare (with Union Hospital in Dover), and tourism related to Ohio's Amish Country to the north. Recent economic development efforts in Uhrichsville have focused on downtown revitalization, preserving historic buildings, attracting small businesses, and leveraging the area's industrial heritage as a cultural asset. The village's proximity to larger employment centers in New Philadelphia and Dover provides additional employment opportunities for residents.

The Uhrichsville Police Department, located at 135 East 2nd Street, Uhrichsville, OH 44683 (phone: 740-922-1126), serves as the primary law enforcement agency for the village. Residents can request police reports, accident reports, and incident records by contacting the department directly during business hours or submitting a written public records request. The department maintains records of arrests, citations, and calls for service within village limits. The Tuscarawas County Sheriff's Office, headquartered at 2205 Reiser Avenue SW, New Philadelphia, OH 44663 (phone: 330-339-2000, website: www.tusc-sheriff.com), provides law enforcement services throughout unincorporated areas of Tuscarawas County and assists Uhrichsville police when needed. The Sheriff's Office also operates the Tuscarawas County Jail and maintains records of all county arrests and inmate bookings. To search for current inmates and recent arrests, the public can access the Tuscarawas County Jail Roster online through the Sheriff's website, which displays booking photos, charges filed, bond amounts, booking dates, and expected release information. Under Ohio Revised Code §149.43, the Ohio Public Records Act, law enforcement agencies must make public records available for inspection and copying within a reasonable time frame, though active investigative records and certain confidential information may be exempt. Requests should be submitted in writing and should reasonably identify the records sought. Most agencies do not charge for inspection but may charge reasonable copying fees.

Orders can be placed online through the VitalChek service at www.vitalchek.com with additional processing fees, or by mail with a completed application form, proper identification, proof of relationship, and payment. Processing time is typically 4-6 weeks by mail or 2-3 weeks for expedited online orders. Birth records are restricted to the individual named (if age 18+), parents listed on the certificate, legal guardians, and legal representatives. Death certificates are available to immediate family members and legal representatives. The Tuscarawas County Probate Court, located at 101 East High Avenue, New Philadelphia, OH 44663 (phone: 330-365-3287), issues marriage licenses for couples planning to marry in Ohio. The fee is $65.00 if both parties are Ohio residents. Marriage certificates (copies of recorded marriages) can be obtained from the same office. Divorce records are maintained by the Tuscarawas County Clerk of Courts as part of domestic relations case files, and certified copies can be obtained for a fee. Ohio vital records are confidential for 100 years for births and 50 years for deaths under Ohio Revised Code §3705.23, with access restricted to qualified applicants.

Fictitious name registrations (DBA - "Doing Business As") for sole proprietors and partnerships are filed with the Tuscarawas County Clerk of Courts at 101 East High Avenue, New Philadelphia, OH 44663 (phone: 330-365-3243). Corporations, limited liability companies (LLCs), and other formal business entities must register with the Ohio Secretary of State, Business Services Division. The state maintains a free searchable online database at www.businesssearch.ohiosos.gov where anyone can look up business entity information including corporate status, registered agent, principal office address, filing date, and officers or members. New business entity formations and annual reports are filed through the same office. UCC (Uniform Commercial Code) financing statements and lien searches are also filed with and searchable through the Ohio Secretary of State's UCC database. Business personal property taxes and real property taxes for commercial properties are assessed by the Tuscarawas County Auditor's Office at 125 East High Avenue, New Philadelphia (phone: 330-365-3240), and businesses can search their tax assessments online through the county's property search system at www.tuscco.com. Professional and occupational licenses (contractors, cosmetologists, health professionals, etc.) are regulated by various Ohio state boards and divisions.

Uhrichsville voters are served by the Tuscarawas County Board of Elections, located at 425 North Market Avenue, New Philadelphia, OH 44663 (phone: 330-364-8771, website: www.tuscvotes.com). This office administers all federal, state, county, and local elections for Uhrichsville residents, maintains voter registration records, processes absentee ballot applications, and provides polling place information. Ohio residents can register to vote online through the Ohio Secretary of State's website at www.olvr.ohiosos.gov, and the deadline to register for any election is 30 days prior to Election Day. Valid Ohio driver's license or state ID number is required for online registration. Uhrichsville, as an incorporated village, holds municipal elections for mayor and village council members during odd-numbered years, typically in November. The next Uhrichsville municipal elections will be held in November 2025 for council seats and mayoral positions. Village council consists of six members elected to four-year staggered terms, and the mayor serves a four-year term. Uhrichsville residents can find their assigned polling location by using the polling place lookup tool on the Tuscarawas County Board of Elections website or by calling the elections office. Polling places are assigned based on precinct, determined by residential address. In the November 2024 presidential election, Tuscarawas County reported a voter turnout of approximately 68-70% of registered voters, with county totals showing strong participation in the rural and small-town precincts including Uhrichsville. For the November 3, 2026 general election, Uhrichsville and Tuscarawas County voters will decide several important races: Ohio does not have a U.S. Senate seat up in 2026, but voters will elect a Governor (incumbent Mike DeWine's term expires in 2027, making 2026 a gubernatorial election year), all Ohio state representatives for two-year terms, Ohio state senators in even-numbered districts, county commissioners, county prosecutor, county sheriff, county auditor, county recorder, and other county offices depending on term schedules. Public election records in Ohio include voter registration lists (available with restrictions under Ohio Revised Code §3503.26), campaign finance reports searchable through the Ohio Secretary of State's website, candidate filings and petitions, precinct-level election results, and ballot issue information. Ohio voters can request absentee ballots for any reason through a written application available on the Board of Elections website or by mail request, with applications accepted beginning January 1 of an election year and due by noon on the Saturday before Election Day for mail delivery, or in person until the day before Election Day.