Find Criminal Court Records in Holmes County
Holmes County criminal court records are kept by the Clerk of Courts in Millersburg. Ronda P. Steimel serves as the elected Clerk and manages all legal records for the Court of Common Pleas. The office provides an eServices portal for searching case information online. You can also visit the courthouse in person or call for help with a specific case. Holmes County sits in east-central Ohio and is known for its large Amish population. All felony criminal cases from the county are filed and stored at the courthouse in Millersburg. This page covers where to search, how to get copies, and what resources are available.
Holmes County Clerk of Courts
The Holmes County Clerk of Courts is at 1 East Jackson Street, Suite 306, Millersburg, Ohio 44654. Ronda P. Steimel is the Clerk. Call (330) 674-1876 or email rsteimel@co.holmes.oh.us. The office is open Monday through Friday during regular business hours.
The Clerk maintains all legal records for the Holmes County Court of Common Pleas. Civil cases, felony criminal cases, and domestic relations matters are all stored here. The office also keeps records for the Probate and Municipal Courts within the county. Staff handle all filings, docketing, and indexing. They can search cases by number or by party name. For certified copies, you need to provide the case details and pay the fee. The 5th District Court of Appeals hears cases appealed from Holmes County.
Holmes County is a smaller rural county, but the court system handles a full range of criminal matters. Every felony charge filed in the county ends up at this office.
Search Holmes County Criminal Records Online
Holmes County offers the eServices portal for searching court records online. You can look up cases by name, case number, and case type. The system shows docket entries, case status, and hearing dates. Online payments are available for certain case types. The portal is a good first step before visiting the office.
The Holmes County Clerk of Courts overview page has links to the eServices system and office contact info. Under ORC Section 149.43, Ohio law gives you the right to inspect public court records. You do not need to state a reason. The Clerk must make files available during business hours.
For records not in the online portal, visit the office at 1 East Jackson Street or send a written request. Include the case number or party name, the specific document, and payment. If the office denies your request, the Ohio Court of Claims handles public records disputes.
Note: Some older cases may not be in the eServices system and will require an in-person search.
Criminal Court Records in Holmes County
The Holmes County Clerk of Courts page is where you start for court record information in the county.
This screenshot shows the Holmes County Clerk of Courts page with links to the eServices portal and office contact details.
The Holmes County Court of Common Pleas handles all felony cases under ORC Chapter 2301. Drug charges, theft, assault, burglary, and other serious offenses are heard here. The court also handles civil suits, domestic relations cases, and administrative appeals. Probate Court covers estates, guardianships, and marriage licenses. Juvenile Court handles cases with minors and those records are confidential.
The Holmes County Municipal Court processes misdemeanor criminal cases and traffic violations under ORC Title 19. DUI, petty theft, disorderly conduct, and traffic tickets go through this court. Civil cases up to $15,000 and small claims up to $6,000 are also handled here. Municipal Court records are separate from Common Pleas Court records, though the Clerk's office manages files for both.
Fees for Holmes County Court Records
Copy fees follow Ohio statutory rates. Standard copies are charged per page. Certified copies cost more. Online payment may be available for some fees through the eServices portal. Filing fees depend on the case type. Contact the office at (330) 674-1876 for current amounts.
Statewide background checks through the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation cost $22 for state-only or $34 combined. The Ohio Department of Public Safety has details on expungement and record sealing. Federal cases go through the Northern District of Ohio. Search at PACER.
Holmes County Legal Resources
Ohio Legal Help provides free guides on record searches, record sealing, and legal aid. The Ohio State Bar Association has a lawyer referral service. The Ohio Clerk of Courts Association connects you to all 88 county clerk websites in Ohio.
The Ohio History Connection Archives in Columbus holds historical court records from across Ohio. The Ohio Auditor of State sets rules on how long different types of court records must be kept. Felony records are usually permanent. Misdemeanor records have shorter retention periods.
Cities in Holmes County
Millersburg is the county seat and location of the courthouse. Other communities include Killbuck, Nashville, and Berlin. None of these towns have populations over 100,000. All felony criminal court records for the county are managed by the Holmes County Clerk of Courts in Millersburg.
Nearby Counties
These neighboring counties have their own separate court systems:
Criminal court records are county-specific. A Holmes County search will not show cases from Wayne County or anywhere else.