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The Court of Common Pleas of Mahoning County is the county's general trial court. Its general, domestic relations, probate and juvenile divisions exist where the county has them, while municipal and county courts handle misdemeanors, traffic and smaller civil matters.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Court Name | Court of Common Pleas, Mahoning County |
| Handles | General division matters, plus domestic relations, probate and juvenile divisions where the county has them |
| Does NOT Handle | Misdemeanors, traffic and smaller civil matters, which go to municipal or county courts; federal cases, which go to the U.S. District Court for Ohio |
| Court Records Kept By | The Mahoning County Clerk of Courts |
| Official Information | supremecourt.ohio.gov (Supreme Court of Ohio) |
How to Search Mahoning County Court Records
Have the person's full name, the case number if you know it, and the approximate dates ready before you search. Mahoning County common pleas records are kept by the Clerk of Courts.
Online
Go to supremecourt.ohio.gov to find official Ohio court information.
Ask the Mahoning County Clerk of Courts whether a case search is offered online.
Check the clerk's site for any search rules before you search.
Best for: Confirming official court information first
In Person
Go to the Mahoning County Clerk of Courts office to request records.
Bring the case number and party names if you have them.
Ask the clerk which office holds your case type.
Best for: Records and copies not available online
By Phone
Call the Mahoning County Clerk of Courts to confirm the right office.
Ask what details the clerk needs before you request records.
Ask how the clerk handles requests you cannot make in person.
Best for: Confirming the right office before visiting
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
Mahoning County Court Statistics (CY 2025)
Mahoning County's Court of Common Pleas received 9,650 filings in CY 2025 and ended 9,727 (dispositions), a clearance rate of 100.8%. Filings fell 1.1% from CY 2024.
9,650
Total filings in CY 2025
9,727
Total dispositions in CY 2025
~804
Filings per judicial position (12 estimated positions)
-1.1%
Change in total filings vs CY 2024
| Metric | CY 2025 | CY 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Filings | 9,650 | 9,758 | -1.1% |
| Total Dispositions | 9,727 | 9,605 | +1.3% |
| Criminal Filings | 1,161 | 1,326 | -12.4% |
| Civil Filings | 3,369 | 3,096 | +8.8% |
| Family Law Filings | 2,107 | 2,177 | -3.2% |
| Probate Filings | ~924 | ~934 | ~-1.1% |
| Mental Health Filings | ~231 | ~233 | ~-1.1% |
| Juvenile Filings | 3,013 | 3,159 | -4.6% |
| Authorized Judicial Positions | ~12 | ~12 | ~+0.0% |
The largest movement was in civil filings (3,096 to 3,369); rows marked ~ are estimates, and the figures cover Common Pleas courts only.
How Have Court Filings Changed in Mahoning County?
Filings in Mahoning County's Court of Common Pleas fell 0.4% between CY 2021 and CY 2025, from 9,691 to 9,650. The highest year was CY 2024 (9,758) and the lowest was CY 2022 (9,537).
| Fiscal Year | Total Filings | Total Dispositions | YoY Filing Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| CY 2025 | 9,650 | 9,727 | -1.1% |
| CY 2024 | 9,758 | 9,605 | +0.1% |
| CY 2023 | 9,745 | 9,740 | +2.2% |
| CY 2022 | 9,537 | 9,765 | -1.6% |
| CY 2021 | 9,691 | 9,598 | ~+2.2% |
Total filings fell 0.4% over five years, from 9,691 in CY 2021 to 9,650 in CY 2025. The largest annual change was +2.2% in CY 2023. The latest change of -1.1% was driven by civil filings, and dispositions were 9,727 against 9,650 filings.
What Types of Cases Are Filed in Mahoning County?
Civil cases are the largest category in Mahoning County, at 31.2% of filings in CY 2025.
| Case Type | Filings CY 2025 | Share of Total | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal | 1,161 | 10.7% | -12.4% |
| Civil | 3,369 | 31.2% | +8.8% |
| Family law | 2,107 | 19.5% | -3.2% |
| Probate | ~924 | ~8.6% | ~-1.1% |
| Juvenile | 3,013 | 27.9% | -4.6% |
| Mental health | ~231 | ~2.1% | ~-1.1% |
Civil cases grew fastest (+8.8%) and criminal cases fell fastest (-12.4%); rows marked ~ are estimates.
How Does Mahoning County Compare With Ohio Overall?
Mahoning County accounted for 2.04% of the 474,127 Common Pleas filings in Ohio in CY 2025, with 42.9 cases per 1,000 residents against 39.8 statewide.
| Metric | Mahoning County | Ohio | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total filings | 9,650 | 474,127 | 2.04% of Ohio's total |
| YoY change in filings | -1.1% | -0.4% | Slower than the state |
| Filings per judicial position | ~804 | ~741 | Estimated using positions from earlier data |
| Dispositions per judicial position equivalent | ~811 | ~741 | Estimated using positions from earlier data |
| Criminal share of filings | 12.0% | 17.1% | Below the state share |
| Civil share of filings | 34.9% | 27.8% | Above the state share |
| Family law share of filings | 21.8% | 19.7% | Above the state share |
Mahoning County files cases at a higher rate per resident than Ohio (42.9 against 39.8 per 1,000), and its filings fell 1.1% 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.
Mahoning County Crime Statistics (2025)
These figures are Ohio statewide totals as reported to the FBI, not counts for Mahoning 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | 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 Mahoning County with the state. The property crimes total includes arson, so it is larger than the sum of the property offenses listed above.
Mahoning County Courthouse Locations
Mahoning County court proceedings are held at the Mahoning County Courthouse - 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mahoning County Courthouse - Clerk of Courts | 120 Market Street, Youngstown, OH 44503 | 330-740-2104 | 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 Mahoning County?
Mahoning County cases are split among the Court of Common Pleas, municipal and county courts, and federal court. Use the court named on your paperwork to find the right office.
| Your Situation | Go To | Key Details |
|---|---|---|
| Misdemeanor | Municipal or county court | Misdemeanors are heard in municipal or county courts, each with its own clerk where applicable. |
| Traffic ticket | Municipal or county court | Traffic cases are heard in municipal and county courts. |
| Smaller civil lawsuit | Municipal or county court | Smaller civil matters are heard in municipal and county courts. |
| General civil or criminal case | Court of Common Pleas, General division | Confirm the division with the Mahoning County Clerk of Courts. |
| Divorce, custody or support | Court of Common Pleas, Domestic Relations division | Available where the county has a domestic relations division. |
| Probate or estate | Court of Common Pleas, Probate division | Available where the county has a probate division. |
| Juvenile case | Court of Common Pleas, Juvenile division | Juvenile records are restricted; available where the county has a juvenile division. |
| Federal case | U.S. District Court for Ohio | Federal cases are not heard in county or municipal courts. |
| Appeal | Court of appeals, then Supreme Court of Ohio | Ohio has 12 courts of appeals districts. |
Are Mahoning County Court Records Public?
Yes, most Mahoning County court records are public, with exceptions set by Ohio law and court rules.
Public records
Under the Ohio Public Records Act (R.C. 149.43) and the Rules of Superintendence for the Courts of Ohio (Rules 44-47), court records are open to the public in general terms.
Restricted or confidential records
Sealed, expunged, juvenile and other restricted records are not public.
Online access
Ask the Mahoning County Clerk of Courts which records are available online. Online search results may not include every document, and restricted records are not public.
In-person access
Visit the Mahoning County Clerk of Courts to view or request records, and call first to confirm which office holds your case.
Fees
Ask the clerk for the copy fees before you request records.
How to Search Mahoning County Court Records Online
Ohio has no single statewide search for trial courts, so records for Mahoning County are searched through the county or municipal clerk of courts.
- Identify the case type (criminal, traffic, civil, family, probate, or juvenile).
- Pick the official clerk of courts or court website that handles that case type.
- Search by party name or case number.
- Review the case details, parties, and docket entries.
- Request documents that are not online from the clerk of courts.
| Case Type | Where to Search | What You'll Find | Limits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal | Clerk of Courts for Mahoning County (Common Pleas) or the local Municipal Court; see the Supreme Court of Ohio court directory | Dockets and case status, where the clerk offers online search. | Not in a statewide trial-court portal; availability varies by clerk. |
| Traffic | Local Municipal or County Court clerk; see the Supreme Court of Ohio court directory | Ticket and case status, where available. | Mayor's Courts and some courts may not offer online search. |
| Civil | Clerk of Courts for Mahoning County or the local Municipal Court | Civil dockets and filings, where the clerk offers online access. | Document images may require a request or fee. |
| Small claims | Municipal or County Court clerk serving Mahoning County | Small claims docket information, where available. | Not in a statewide portal; contact the clerk. |
| Family law | Clerk of Courts for Mahoning County, Domestic Relations Division | Case dockets for domestic relations matters, where available. | Some records are restricted; contact the clerk for documents. |
| Probate | Mahoning County Probate Court clerk | Estate and guardianship dockets, where the court offers online search. | Estate documents may only be available from the Probate Court. |
| Juvenile | Not in the general public portal. | Nothing public in the general search. | Juvenile records are restricted; contact the Mahoning County Juvenile Court. |
How to Pay Fines & Citations in Mahoning County
To pay a fine or citation in Mahoning County, contact the court or clerk named on your paperwork to confirm which payment methods it accepts and the amount due.
Parking tickets are handled by the agency that issued them, so confirm payment with that agency.
Mahoning County Court Records FAQ
How do I search Mahoning County court records?
Start with the Mahoning County Clerk of Courts, which keeps the Court of Common Pleas records. You can also search by name on OhioCourts.org, though those results are not official court records.
Are Mahoning County court records public?
Most are, under Ohio public records law and court rules, but sealed, expunged and juvenile records are restricted.
How do I find a criminal case in Mahoning County?
Contact the court that handled the case or the Mahoning County Clerk of Courts with the defendant's full name and approximate dates.
How do I find a court date in Mahoning County?
Check the notice or paperwork you received, or call the court or Clerk of Courts to confirm the date.
How do I pay a traffic ticket in Mahoning County?
Contact the court named on your ticket to confirm the payment methods it accepts and the amount due.
How many cases are filed in Mahoning County each year?
County filing counts are not published here, so no annual total can be given. The county population was 224,706 in 2025.
What is the most common type of case in Mahoning County?
Case-type counts for the county are not published here, so no most common category can be named.
Is crime in Mahoning 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
Mahoning County Common Pleas CourtMore Info
| Address: | 120 Market Street, Youngstown, OH, 44503 |
| Phone Number: | 330-740-2158 |
| Fax: | 330-742-5898 |
| Website: | https://www.mahoningcountyoh.gov/230/Common-Pleas-Court |
Youngstown Municipal CourtMore Info
| Address: | 9 W Front St, Youngstown, OH, 44503 |
| Phone Number: | 330-742-8863 |
| Website: | https://youngstownohio.gov/court |
Austintown Mahoning Municipal CourtMore Info
| Address: | 6000 Mahoning Avenue, Austintown Mahoning, OH, 44515 |
| Phone Number: | 330-740-2001 |
| Fax: | 330-792-2801 |
| Website: | https://www.mahoningcountyoh.gov/243/Court-4---Austintown |
Struthers Municipal CourtMore Info
| Address: | 6 Elm Street, Struthers, OH, 44471 |
| Website: | http://www.strutherscourt.com/ |
Useful Links
- Mahoning County Probate Court: Access to probate records, case information, forms, and probate-related services.
- Mahoning County Clerk of Courts: Offers access to court records, dockets, and other judicial information for the common pleas court.
- Mahoning County Common Pleas Court: Provides resources and information regarding court procedures, filings, and case management.
- Mahoning County Domestic Relations Court: Information on family law services, including divorce, child custody, and support-related matters.
- Mahoning County Juvenile Court: Access services and information on juvenile cases, probation, and related family law matters.
- Supreme Court of Ohio: Statewide resources including access to the Ohio court system, rules, opinions, and directories.
- Ohio Legal Help: Comprehensive legal self-help resources for Ohio residents, covering various topics including housing, family, and employment law.
- Ohio Legislative Service Commission: Research and analysis from the Ohio General Assembly, including statutes and proposed legislation affecting court matters.
- Mahoning County Jail Division: Provides inmate search capabilities and jail-related information for Mahoning County.
- Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction: Find offender search services and information about Ohio's correctional facilities and parole system.
- Mahoning County Library Law & Government Resources: Access to curated legal and government resources available through the public library system.
- Mahoning County Bar Association: Find attorney referral services, continuing education opportunities, and bar association resources for legal professionals.
- State of Ohio Judicial Resources: Comprehensive links dedicated to the legal, courts, and judicial branch of Ohio’s state government.
- Ohio Access to Justice Foundation: Supporting initiatives to improve access to justice systems and equal legal representation in Ohio.
- Ohio Justice Foundation: Promotes fair legal representation and accessible justice for underserved Ohio communities through various programs and partnerships.
- Ohio County Commissioners Association: Offers resources and guidance on county governance, policies, and collaboration throughout Ohio.
- Judicial Votes Count: A resource offering key information on judicial candidates and Ohio's judicial election process for informed voting.
- The Ohio Legislature: Explore legislative records, bills, acts, and other state legislative resources impacting or related to Ohio courts.
- Balanced Justice in Ohio: Advocacy, resources, research on balancing effective criminal justice reform with public safety needs in Ohio.
- Mahoning County RTC: Provides rehabilitative services and supports adult probation within the Mahoning County court system.
Table of Contents
- Mahoning County, Courts and Public Records
- How to Search Mahoning County Court Records
- Mahoning County Court Statistics (CY 2025)
- How Have Court Filings Changed in Mahoning County?
- What Types of Cases Are Filed in Mahoning County?
- How Does Mahoning County Compare With Ohio Overall?
- Mahoning County Crime Statistics (2025)
- Mahoning County Courthouse Locations
- Which Court Handles Your Case in Mahoning County?
- Are Mahoning County Court Records Public?
- How to Search Mahoning County Court Records Online
- How to Pay Fines & Citations in Mahoning County
- Mahoning County Court Records FAQ
- Courts in the County
- Useful Links