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The Court of Common Pleas serves Lucas County, Ohio as the county's general trial court. Municipal and county courts handle misdemeanors, traffic cases, and smaller civil matters.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Court Name | Court of Common Pleas, Lucas County, Ohio |
| Handles | General trial matters, plus domestic relations, probate, and juvenile divisions where the county has them |
| Does NOT Handle | Misdemeanor, traffic, and smaller civil matters, which municipal and county courts hear; federal cases, which the U.S. District Court for Ohio hears |
How to Search Lucas County Court Records
Have the person's full name, the case number if you know it, and approximate dates ready before you search. Lucas County Common Pleas records are kept by the Clerk of Courts.
Online
Go to the Clerk of Courts website for your county to check for online search.
Search by name or case number where the clerk offers online access.
Check the clerk's website for any fees before you search.
Best for: Quick lookups where online access is offered
In Person
Go to the Clerk of Courts office for the court that handled your case.
Bring the case number and party names if you have them.
Ask the clerk which division handles your case type.
Best for: Records and copies not available online
By Mail or Email
Send a written request to the Clerk of Courts for your county.
Include the case number, party names, and your return address.
Contact the clerk first to confirm what the request needs.
Best for: Requests when you cannot visit in person
Search by Name on OhioCourts.org
Go to OhioCourts.org and enter a full name.
Search across record types without a case number.
Confirm results with the court, since they are not official court records.
Best for: Finding leads without a case number
Lucas County Court Statistics (CY 2025)
Lucas County's Court of Common Pleas received 18,331 filings in CY 2025 and ended 18,735 (dispositions), a clearance rate of 102.2%. Filings rose 4.1% from CY 2024.
18,331
Total filings in CY 2025
18,735
Total dispositions in CY 2025
~797
Filings per judicial position (23 estimated positions)
+4.1%
Change in total filings vs CY 2024
| Metric | CY 2025 | CY 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Filings | 18,331 | 17,613 | +4.1% |
| Total Dispositions | 18,735 | 17,399 | +7.7% |
| Criminal Filings | 1,554 | 1,600 | -2.9% |
| Civil Filings | 5,411 | 4,690 | +15.4% |
| Family Law Filings | 2,986 | 2,872 | +4.0% |
| Probate Filings | ~1,835 | ~1,763 | ~+4.1% |
| Mental Health Filings | ~458 | ~440 | ~+4.1% |
| Juvenile Filings | 8,380 | 8,451 | -0.8% |
| Authorized Judicial Positions | ~23 | ~23 | ~+0.0% |
The largest movement was in civil filings (4,690 to 5,411); rows marked ~ are estimates, and the figures cover Common Pleas courts only.
How Have Court Filings Changed in Lucas County?
Filings in Lucas County's Court of Common Pleas rose 15.3% between CY 2021 and CY 2025, from 15,902 to 18,331. The highest year was CY 2025 (18,331) and the lowest was CY 2021 (15,902).
| Fiscal Year | Total Filings | Total Dispositions | YoY Filing Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| CY 2025 | 18,331 | 18,735 | +4.1% |
| CY 2024 | 17,613 | 17,399 | +0.1% |
| CY 2023 | 17,596 | 17,199 | +8.7% |
| CY 2022 | 16,192 | 16,011 | +1.8% |
| CY 2021 | 15,902 | 14,398 | ~+2.2% |
Total filings rose 15.3% over five years, from 15,902 in CY 2021 to 18,331 in CY 2025. The largest annual change was +8.7% in CY 2023. The latest change of +4.1% was driven by civil filings, and dispositions were 18,735 against 18,331 filings.
What Types of Cases Are Filed in Lucas County?
Juvenile cases are the largest category in Lucas County, at 40.6% of filings in CY 2025.
| Case Type | Filings CY 2025 | Share of Total | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal | 1,554 | 7.5% | -2.9% |
| Civil | 5,411 | 26.2% | +15.4% |
| Family law | 2,986 | 14.5% | +4.0% |
| Probate | ~1,835 | ~8.9% | ~+4.1% |
| Juvenile | 8,380 | 40.6% | -0.8% |
| Mental health | ~458 | ~2.2% | ~+4.1% |
Civil cases grew fastest (+15.4%) and criminal cases fell fastest (-2.9%); rows marked ~ are estimates.
How Does Lucas County Compare With Ohio Overall?
Lucas County accounted for 3.87% of the 474,127 Common Pleas filings in Ohio in CY 2025, with 43.3 cases per 1,000 residents against 39.8 statewide.
| Metric | Lucas County | Ohio | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total filings | 18,331 | 474,127 | 3.87% of Ohio's total |
| YoY change in filings | +4.1% | -0.4% | Faster than the state |
| Filings per judicial position | ~797 | ~741 | Estimated using positions from earlier data |
| Dispositions per judicial position equivalent | ~815 | ~741 | Estimated using positions from earlier data |
| Criminal share of filings | 8.5% | 17.1% | Below the state share |
| Civil share of filings | 29.5% | 27.8% | Above the state share |
| Family law share of filings | 16.3% | 19.7% | Below the state share |
Lucas County files cases at a higher rate per resident than Ohio (43.3 against 39.8 per 1,000), and its filings rose 4.1% against -0.4% statewide. Its criminal share of filings is below the state's and its civil share is above it; rows marked ~ are estimates.
Lucas County Crime Statistics (2025)
These figures are Ohio statewide totals as reported to the FBI, not counts for Lucas County. Agency reporting may be incomplete, and county crime counts are not available here. Statewide violent and property crimes combined fell 10.8% from 2024 to 2025. In 2025, reporting agencies covered about 93.5% of Ohio's population, so year-over-year changes can partly reflect which agencies reported.
32,060
Violent crimes, Ohio statewide, 2025
163,774
Property crimes, Ohio statewide, 2025 (includes arson)
269.4
Violent crime rate per 100K, Ohio statewide, 2025 (population 11,900,510)
-10.8%
Change in total violent plus property crimes, Ohio statewide, 2025 vs 2024 (195,834 vs 219,526)
| Offense | 2025 | Rate per 100K | 2024 | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 550 | 4.6 | 617 | -10.9% |
| Rape | 5,299 | 44.5 | 5,839 | -9.2% |
| Robbery | 4,647 | 39.0 | 5,671 | -18.1% |
| Aggravated assault | 21,564 | 181.2 | 22,847 | -5.6% |
| Violent crimes total | 32,060 | 269.4 | 34,974 | -8.3% |
| Burglary | 21,661 | 182.0 | 24,274 | -10.8% |
| Larceny-theft | 120,054 | 1008.8 | 133,334 | -10.0% |
| Motor vehicle theft | 21,250 | 178.6 | 25,883 | -17.9% |
| Property crimes total | 163,774 | 1376.2 | 184,552 | -11.3% |
Rates use the Ohio 2025 population of 11,900,510. County-level rates are not published, so this section does not compare Lucas County with the state. The property crimes total includes arson, so it is larger than the sum of the property offenses listed above.
Lucas County Courthouse Locations
Lucas County court proceedings are held at the Lucas County Clerk of Courts. Check your notice or case paperwork to confirm the courthouse assigned to your case before you go.
| Courthouse | Address | Phone | Verified Services |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lucas County Clerk of Courts | 700 Adams Street, Toledo, OH 43604 | (419) 213-4484 | See location page |
Addresses and phone numbers come from public directory listings and may change, so confirm them with the clerk before you visit.
Which Court Handles Your Case in Lucas County?
Ohio cases are heard by the court that handles their type, so check your paperwork for the charge or claim before you go to Lucas County court.
| Your Situation | Go To | Key Details |
|---|---|---|
| Traffic ticket | Municipal or county court | Traffic matters are heard in municipal and county courts. |
| Parking ticket | The agency that issued the ticket | Parking tickets are handled by the issuing agency, not the court. |
| Misdemeanor | Municipal or county court | Misdemeanors are heard in municipal and county courts. |
| Civil lawsuit | Municipal or county court | Smaller civil matters are heard in municipal and county courts. |
| Small claims | Municipal or county court | Smaller civil matters are heard in municipal and county courts. |
| Felony | Court of Common Pleas | The Court of Common Pleas is the county's general trial court. |
| Divorce | Court of Common Pleas, domestic relations division | Available where the county has a domestic relations division. |
| Child custody or support | Court of Common Pleas, domestic relations division | Confirm with the Clerk of Courts which division handles your case. |
| Probate or estate | Court of Common Pleas, probate division | Probate divisions depend on the county, so confirm with the clerk. |
| Juvenile case | Court of Common Pleas, juvenile division | Juvenile divisions depend on the county, so confirm with the clerk. |
| Appeal | Court of appeals for the district covering the county | Ohio has 12 courts of appeals districts. |
| Federal case | U.S. District Court for Ohio | Federal cases are not heard in state courts. |
Are Lucas County Court Records Public?
Yes, most Lucas County court records are public, with exceptions. The Ohio Public Records Act (R.C. 149.43) and the Rules of Superintendence for the Courts of Ohio (Rules 44-47) govern access to court records.
Public records
Most court case files are open to the public under these rules. Ask the Clerk of Courts which records are available for a specific case.
Restricted or confidential records
Sealed, expunged, juvenile, and other restricted records are not public. The clerk can confirm what applies to a case.
Online access
Online access depends on what the Clerk of Courts offers. Ohio's official judicial information is at supremecourt.ohio.gov. Not every document is available online.
In-person access
Visit the Clerk of Courts office that holds the case to view or request records. Bring the case number and party names if you have them.
Fees
No fees are listed here. Ask the Clerk of Courts about fees before you request copies.
How to Search Lucas County Court Records Online
Use the Clerk of Courts for Lucas County to search court records by case type, and ask the clerk for documents that are not online.
- Identify the case type, such as criminal, traffic, civil, small claims, family law, probate, or juvenile.
- Find the Clerk of Courts for the court that handles that case type.
- Search by party name or case number where online access is offered.
- Review the case information for status and parties.
- Contact the clerk to request documents that are not online.
| Case Type | Where to Search | What You'll Find | Limits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal | Clerk of Courts for the court that handles criminal cases | Case information from the clerk | Online availability varies, so confirm with the clerk |
| Traffic | Municipal or county court clerk that issued the ticket | Case information from the clerk | Online availability varies, so confirm with the clerk |
| Civil | Clerk of Courts for the court that handles civil cases | Case information from the clerk | Online availability varies, so confirm with the clerk |
| Small claims | Municipal or county court clerk | Case information from the clerk | Online availability varies, so confirm with the clerk |
| Family law | Clerk of Courts, domestic relations division | Case information from the clerk | Confidential details are restricted |
| Probate | Clerk of Courts, probate division | Case information from the clerk | Confirm with the clerk where the file is kept |
| Juvenile | Clerk of Courts, juvenile division | Case information from the clerk | Juvenile proceedings are restricted |
How to Pay Fines & Citations in Lucas County
Contact the court that issued your citation or the Clerk of Courts to learn which payment options they accept.
Parking tickets are handled by the agency that issued them, not by the court. Traffic citations, criminal fines, and parking tickets are separate matters.
Lucas County Court Records FAQ
How do I search Lucas County court records?
Start with the Clerk of Courts for the court that handled the case, either online where offered or in person at the clerk's office.
Are Lucas County court records public?
Most are, under Ohio's Public Records Act and the Rules of Superintendence, but sealed, expunged, and juvenile records are restricted.
How do I find a criminal case?
Contact the Clerk of Courts for the court that handled the case, with the defendant's full name and any case number you have.
How do I find a court date?
Check your notice or citation, then contact the court or Clerk of Courts that issued it.
How do I pay a traffic ticket?
Contact the court that issued the ticket to learn which payment methods it accepts.
How many cases are filed in Lucas County each year?
County filing counts are not published here, so no annual figure is shown for Lucas County.
What is the most common type of case?
A county breakdown by case type is not published here, so no most common category is shown for Lucas County.
Is crime in Lucas County rising or falling?
County crime counts are not available here. Statewide, reported violent crimes fell 8.3% to 32,060 in 2025 from 34,974 in 2024, and property crimes fell 11.3% to 163,774 from 184,552, as reported to the FBI. These are Ohio statewide figures, and reporting coverage changed between years.
Courts in the County
Lucas County Common Pleas CourtMore Info
| Address: | 700 Adams Street, Toledo, OH, 43624 |
| Phone Number: | 419-213-4777 |
| Fax: | 419-213-4181 |
| Website: | https://co.lucas.oh.us/307/Common-Pleas-Court |
Toledo Municipal CourtMore Info
| Address: | 555 N Erie St, Toledo, OH, 43604 |
Oregon Municipal CourtMore Info
| Address: | 5330 Seaman Road, Oregon, OH, 43616 |
| Phone Number: | 419-698-7010 |
| Website: | http://www.oregonmunicipalcourt.us/court-records |
Sylvania Municipal CourtMore Info
| Address: | 6700 Monroe St., Sylvania, OH, 43560 |
| Phone Number: | 419-885-8975 |
| Fax: | 419-885-8987 |
| Website: | https://www.sylvaniacourt.com/ |
Maumee Municipal CourtMore Info
| Address: | 400 Conant Street, Maumee, OH, 43537 |
| Phone Number: | 419-897-7136 |
| Fax: | 419-897-7129 |
| Website: | https://www.maumee.org/government/municipal_court/index.php |
Useful Links
- Lucas County Clerk of Courts - Access court case documents, search dockets, and find forms related to legal proceedings in Lucas County.
- Ohio Association of Court Judges - Learn about Ohio's judicial system and programs supporting the judiciary within the state, including resources for legal professionals.
- Supreme Court of Ohio - Resources for Court Professionals - Resources and education for court professionals, offering guides and legal references for statewide judicial practices in Ohio.
- Lucas County Prosecutor's Office - Information regarding legal actions and public resources related to prosecution in Lucas County, including victim services and legal advice.
- Ohio Court Records - Public Access - Information on how to access Ohio court records, enabling individuals to request public records or search online databases.
- Lucas County Animal Control Court Information - Details on court operations related to animal control within Lucas County, including citations and hearings for animal law violations.
- Supreme Court of Ohio - Provides resources, opinions, and announcements related to the Supreme Court, covering rulings and legal jurisprudence in Ohio.
- Ohio State Bar Association - Professional association offering resources, education, and public legal assistance for attorneys and Ohio residents.
- Lucas County Probate Court - Information on probate issues like estate administration, guardianships, and marriage licenses within the jurisdiction of Lucas County.
- Ohio Public Defender - Assistance and legal defense for the financially disadvantaged residents of Ohio, including representation in Lucas County cases.
- Lucas County Juvenile Court - Information on handling juvenile legal matters, including court services, resources for minors, and how to access juvenile case records.
- Lucas County Common Pleas Court - Learn about court proceedings, civil and criminal case processing, and judiciary operations in the Lucas County Common Pleas Court.
- Legal Aid Society of Cleveland - Offers free legal services and support for low-income individuals across Ohio, with resources applicable to Lucas County residents.
- Ohio Judicial System - Official resource providing comprehensive information, datasets, and judicial education services statewide for the legal community.
- Toledo Legal News - Local legal publishing resource with news, case updates, and public notices pertaining to the Lucas County court system.
- Ohio Revised Code - Authoritative source for all established laws in the state, impacting legal proceedings and interpretation in Lucas County courts.
- Lucas County Board of Developmental Disabilities - Provides legal and public service support for individuals with developmental disabilities within the Lucas County legal framework.
- Client Security Fund of Ohio - Learn about programs designed to compensate clients who suffer losses due to unethical behavior by legal professionals in Lucas County.
- Lucas County Land Bank - Offers insights into property disputes, law proceeding assistance, and property rehabilitation initiatives within Lucas County.
- Lucas County Law Library - Essential resource for legal research and access to comprehensive legal materials supporting litigations and legal study in Lucas County.
Table of Contents
- Lucas County, Courts and Public Records
- How to Search Lucas County Court Records
- Lucas County Court Statistics (CY 2025)
- How Have Court Filings Changed in Lucas County?
- What Types of Cases Are Filed in Lucas County?
- How Does Lucas County Compare With Ohio Overall?
- Lucas County Crime Statistics (2025)
- Lucas County Courthouse Locations
- Which Court Handles Your Case in Lucas County?
- Are Lucas County Court Records Public?
- How to Search Lucas County Court Records Online
- How to Pay Fines & Citations in Lucas County
- Lucas County Court Records FAQ
- Courts in the County
- Useful Links