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How to Search for Cuyahoga County Arrest Records

People interested in finding Cuyahoga County arrest records for the purpose of running a criminal records search will be happy to know that there are abundant offline and online resources they can rely on. The following lines will unfold these resources, thus simplifying the inquiry process. You should start your inquiry by referring to the county's Corrections Center and ask whether the person you are checking is currently or was formerly detained in their facility. They can be contacted through the sheriff office at 216-443-6000. The sheriff office offers a background check service people can perform on themselves for the purpose of employment or certification. Those who are interested in this service, have to call the Records Division at 216-443-6105 and set an appointment. An official report costs $35.

Tracing other people's incarceration history

The sheriff's Records Division will also be willing to disclose Cuyahoga County arrest records related to other people. These records include booking date, charges and case number. You should file a request in person by visiting the sheriff office at 1215 W 3rd St, Cleveland, OH 44113 during working hours (8:30 in the morning to 4 in the afternoon during the week) or via mail. Their address can be found here. Each request must contain the subject's name, birth date and social security number. They demand $10 for each record found. The Warrant Division at the sheriff office processes active warrants released by the county different courts. They do not have a public online database, so you will have to pay them a visit to garner information on wanted people and fugitives.

Carrying out an offline and online case search

You have two options to acquire Cuyahoga County court records:
  • For an offline search, turn to the Archive Division in the county's old courthouse. They are located in room no. 37. Once you get there, you will see terminals through which you can search civil and criminal court dockets. In the room there are a copy machine and a scanner. To learn more, dial 216-443-7950.
  • For an online inquiry, the clerk of courts maintains an electronic case records search. You can locate dockets based on a defendant's name or on a specific case.

Locating sex offenders

If you fear a person convicted of a sex crime lives in your area, you should consult the Ohio sex offender registry. This searchable database allows you to trace released sex criminals according to their name, address, email or phone number.

Initiating a 100 per cent web-based search

If you intend to base your inquiry entirely on the Internet using one comprehensive source, refer to the search tool on this website. It will provide you with detailed criminal history reports that encompass the whole state (including police records, outstanding warrants and criminal records). The data is precise and up to date. Searchers remain confidential throughout all the stages of their inquiry.