Madison County Criminal Court Records
Madison County criminal court records are maintained by the Clerk of Courts in London. This office is one of eight in Ohio that handles records for the Common Pleas Court, Municipal Court, and Auto Title services all under one roof. You can search for criminal court records online through the county's record search system or visit the office in person. Most court records are open to the public under Ohio law. Sealed and expunged files will not appear in search results. The staff at the Madison County Clerk of Courts can help you find what you need, from case status checks to certified copies.
Madison County Clerk of Courts
The Madison County Clerk of Courts is at 1 N. Main Street, London, Ohio 43140. The office runs Monday through Friday during regular business hours. As one of eight consolidated clerk offices in Ohio, this location handles Common Pleas Court records, Municipal Court records, and Auto Title services. That makes it a central hub for court-related needs in Madison County.
The Clerk is responsible for filing, docketing, indexing, and preserving all court pleadings. The office also collects revenue tied to court costs, bonds, fines, and forfeitures. Records stored here include indictments, motions, plea entries, court orders, judgments, and sentencing data for criminal cases. The office also has authority to issue writs including summons, subpoenas, and warrants to arrest as directed by the court.
The Madison County Sheriff's Office at 23 N. Main Street, London, maintains arrest records and runs the county jail. These law enforcement records are separate from the court files at the Clerk's office but are also public records under Ohio law.
How to Search Madison County Court Records
The Madison County Clerk of Courts Record Search is the fastest way to look up criminal court records online. You can search by name or case number. When searching by name, enter the last name first, then a comma and space, then the first name. When searching by case number, use only the numbers without dashes or letters. The system is available around the clock.
You can also go to the Madison County Clerk of Courts main page for links to forms, office details, and filing info. The online system shows case info like parties, case type, filing date, status, and hearing schedules. Not all documents are viewable online, so for a full case file you may need to visit the office.
Ohio's public records law under ORC Section 149.43 gives you the right to access most court records. You don't need to say why you want them. The Clerk must provide access during business hours.
Criminal Court Records in Madison County
The Madison County Court of Common Pleas General Division handles all felony criminal offenses in the county. The court is at 1 N. Main Street, London, Ohio 43140. The General Division hears cases from first-degree felonies down to fifth-degree felonies, as set out under ORC Chapter 2301. Drug charges, assault, theft, burglary, and other serious crimes all go through this court. The General Division also hears civil cases, foreclosures, and administrative appeals.
The Madison County Clerk of Courts record search page provides online access to case data for the Court of Common Pleas.
This screenshot shows a resource page for Madison County court records. You can use this tool to search for criminal case information and other filings in the county.
Madison County Municipal Court Records
The Madison County Municipal Court is at 55 North Oak Street, London, Ohio 43140. You can call (740) 852-1669 or fax (740) 852-0812. The Honorable Eric M. Schooley serves as Judge. The court is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
This court handles misdemeanor criminal cases, traffic violations, and civil matters up to $15,000 under ORC Title 19. It also conducts preliminary hearings in felony cases before they move to the Common Pleas Court. The Municipal Court has its own online case search and an Online Ticket Payment Program that lets you pay certain citations electronically. Court records are updated every 24 hours, so if you missed a court date, check the current status before making a payment.
Note: The jury hotline for Madison County Municipal Court is 740-845-1772.
Madison County Court Record Fees
Copy fees follow Ohio Revised Code and local court rules. Standard copies cost a set rate per page. Certified copies cost more because they bear the Clerk's official seal. You can pay by cash, check, or money order. Some transactions may accept credit cards. If mailing a request, include payment with your letter.
For statewide criminal background checks, the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation charges $22 for state-only checks and $34 for combined state and FBI. These fingerprint checks must be done at a WebCheck location.
Madison County Legal Resources
Ohio Legal Help offers free guides on searching court records, sealing records, and finding a lawyer. The Ohio State Bar Association runs a referral service. The Ohio Department of Public Safety provides info on expungement and record sealing. For records disputes, the Ohio Court of Claims handles complaints when a public office denies access.
Cities in Madison County
Madison County includes London, West Jefferson, Plain City (partially), and several smaller communities. London is the county seat and home to the courthouse. None of the cities in Madison County have populations over 100,000, so all felony criminal court records go through the Madison County Clerk of Courts in London.
Nearby Counties
Neighboring counties each have their own criminal court records and Clerk of Courts:
A case filed in Franklin County will not appear in a Madison County search. Always check the right county.