Hocking County Criminal Court Records
Hocking County criminal court records are stored at the Clerk of Courts office in Logan. Rhonda L. Wykle serves as the elected Clerk and oversees all legal records for the Court of Common Pleas. The office is at 1 Main Street in Logan, the county seat. You can visit in person to search files, get copies, or check on a case. Hocking County sits in the hill country of southeast Ohio and all felony criminal cases from the region go through this courthouse. If you need a criminal case record from Hocking County, this page shows you where to look and how to get what you need.
Hocking County Clerk of Courts
The Hocking County Clerk of Courts is at 1 Main Street, P.O. Box 108, Logan, Ohio 43138. Rhonda L. Wykle is the Clerk. Call (740) 385-2616 for case questions or copy requests. Email the office at clerkofcourts@co.hocking.oh.us. Hours are Monday through Friday during regular business hours.
The Clerk keeps all legal records for the Hocking County Court of Common Pleas. This includes civil cases, felony criminal cases, and domestic relations matters. The office processes all filings, maintains the docket, and handles certified copy requests. The 4th District Court of Appeals hears cases appealed from Hocking County, and those appellate records are also kept here. The staff can search by case number or party name to locate a file for you.
Search Hocking County Criminal Records
To search Hocking County criminal court records, the primary option is to contact the Clerk of Courts at (740) 385-2616 or visit the office at 1 Main Street in Logan. The Hocking County government website links to county offices and services. In-person visits let you review case files during business hours.
Under ORC Section 149.43, anyone can inspect public court records without giving a reason. The Clerk must provide access during normal business hours. If your request is denied, you can file a complaint with the Ohio Court of Claims. Sealed and expunged records are not available to the public.
For a written request, send your letter to P.O. Box 108, Logan, Ohio 43138. Include the case number or party name and the specific documents you want. Add payment for copy fees. The office will process the request and send copies back. For urgent needs, an in-person visit is usually the fastest way.
Note: Hocking County is a smaller county, so online case search tools may have limited coverage compared to urban areas.
Criminal Court Records in Hocking County
The Hocking County website has information about the Clerk of Courts and other county offices for accessing records.
This screenshot shows the Hocking County government page, which links to court offices and public services in the county.
The Hocking County Court of Common Pleas has jurisdiction over all felony criminal cases per ORC Chapter 2301. Drug charges, theft, assault, burglary, and other serious offenses go through this court. Civil cases with large amounts in dispute also land here. Domestic relations matters cover divorce, custody, support, and protection orders. Probate Court handles estates, guardianships, and marriage licenses. Juvenile Court deals with minors and is confidential.
Misdemeanor criminal cases and traffic violations in Hocking County are handled by the local municipal or county court under ORC Title 19. These courts process DUI, petty theft, disorderly conduct, and traffic tickets. Those records are kept separate from Common Pleas Court. If a misdemeanor gets bound over to the higher court, the records follow the case.
Hocking County Court Record Fees
Copy fees at the Hocking County Clerk of Courts follow Ohio statutory rates. Standard copies are charged per page. Certified copies cost more. Filing fees vary by case type. The office accepts cash, check, and money order. Call (740) 385-2616 for current prices.
For statewide background checks, the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation runs fingerprint-based checks at $22 state-only or $34 combined. Federal cases from Hocking County go through the Southern District of Ohio. Use PACER for federal records. If you qualify as indigent, the court may waive costs.
Hocking County Legal Resources
Ohio Legal Help has free guides on court records, record sealing, and legal aid. The Ohio State Bar Association offers a lawyer referral service. The Ohio Department of Public Safety covers expungement and record sealing procedures in Ohio.
The Ohio Clerk of Courts Association links to all 88 county clerk offices. The Ohio History Connection Archives in Columbus may hold older Hocking County court records. The Ohio Auditor of State maintains retention schedules for court documents across the state.
Cities in Hocking County
Logan serves as the county seat and is the largest community. Other towns include Laurelville and Murray City. None have populations over 100,000. All felony criminal court records for the county are managed by the Hocking County Clerk of Courts in Logan.
Nearby Counties
Each neighboring county has its own court records and Clerk of Courts office:
A case from Fairfield County will not show up in a Hocking County search. Check the county where the offense happened.