Warren County

Law Enforcement & Arrests

• Requests for arrest records should be directed to the specific law enforcement agency that made the arrest, typically submitted in writing with adequate description of the records sought.
• Processing fees may apply for copies.

Jail & Inmate Records

• The bond and bail process in Ohio allows for the release of detainees under certain conditions, and information on posting bail can be obtained from the jail's administrative office.

Mugshots & Booking Photos

• Warren County Clerk of Courts maintains all case records and provides public access to court documents.
• Warren County Municipal Court, located at 62 North Broadway in Lebanon (phone: 513-695-1170), handles misdemeanor criminal cases, traffic violations, civil cases up to $15,000, and preliminary hearings for felony cases.
• Municipal Court also serves as Small Claims Court for disputes under $6,000.
• Fees for copies are typically $0.05 per page for standard documents, with certified copies costing additional fees as set by the court's fee schedule.
• In-person record requests are processed at the Clerk of Courts office during business hours, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

• For certified copies of recorded documents, fees are $2.00 for the first page and $0.25 for each additional page, payable in person, by mail, or online.
• Warren County Auditor's Office at 406 Justice Drive (phone: 513-695-1160) maintains property tax records, ownership information, assessed valuations, and tax payment history.
• Warren County Treasurer's Office at 406 Justice Drive collects property taxes and provides online payment options and delinquency information.

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

• Processing time is typically same-day for walk-in requests if the record is on file, or 1-2 weeks for mail requests.
• Acceptable requestors include the registrant (if of legal age), parents, legal guardians, legal representatives, and certain family members.
• Marriage licenses are issued by Warren County Probate Court at 500 Justice Drive in Lebanon (phone: 513-695-2929).
• Couples must apply in person, provide identification and Social Security numbers, and pay a fee of approximately $53.00.
• Certified copies of marriage records are available from the Probate Court for $2.00 per page.

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

• This database includes entity status, formation date, registered agent information, and filing history.
• Business tax registration and sales tax permits are processed through the Ohio Department of Taxation.