Union County Civil Court Records Search
Union County civil court records are maintained by the Clerk of Courts in Marysville. The office keeps all filings for the Court of Common Pleas, covering civil suits, domestic relations cases, criminal matters, and appeals. A public records search tool is available online through the county website. You can also visit the clerk's office on West 5th Street or send a request by mail. This page walks through how to find, search, and get copies of Union County civil court records using the clerk's office and other state resources.
Union County Civil Court Records Search Overview
Union County Clerk of Courts
Danielle N. Sullivan is the Union County Clerk of Courts. Her office handles filing, docketing, and indexing for all court pleadings in the county. Civil cases, criminal filings, domestic relations matters, and appellate records all pass through this office. The clerk also manages court fees, processes legal writs, and issues summons as directed by the court.
| Office | Union County Clerk of Courts |
|---|---|
| Clerk | Danielle N. Sullivan |
| Address | 215 West 5th Street, Marysville, OH 43040 |
| Phone | (937) 645-3006 |
| Fax | (937) 645-3162 |
E-filing is available for attorneys who need to submit documents electronically. Copy fees are available upon request from the clerk's office. If you plan to visit in person, bring a case number or the names of the parties involved. The staff can pull the file and assist with your records request.
Note: Contact the clerk's office to confirm current copy fees before mailing a payment.
Search Union County Civil Court Records Online
The Union County public records search page lets you look up civil court records from a web browser. The system covers cases filed in the Court of Common Pleas, including the General Division, Domestic Relations Division, and other case types. You can search by party name or case number. The tool is free and does not need a login.
The Union County public records search tool shows case information for civil and other filings in the Court of Common Pleas.
There will be some delay between when a document gets filed and when it appears online. The system updates regularly, but for the most current status on a pending case, call the clerk at (937) 645-3006. In-person visits are another way to get real-time updates on your case.
You can also check other online tools for Union County court records. The Ohio Supreme Court ECMS portal covers appellate and Supreme Court cases. If a Union County case was appealed to the 3rd District Court of Appeals, you can track it through that system.
Civil Court Records Access in Union County
Ohio law makes court records public. Under Ohio Revised Code Section 149.43, anyone can request public records from the Union County Clerk of Courts. You do not need to give your name or a reason. The clerk must make records available during business hours and provide copies at cost. This applies to all civil filings, docket entries, judgments, and court orders.
Some records cannot be released. Juvenile cases, sealed files, adoption records, and certain mental health records are exempt under state law. When a record contains both public and exempt information, the clerk redacts the protected parts and provides the rest. If you believe your records request was wrongly denied, you can file a complaint with the Ohio Court of Claims. The process costs $25 and starts with mediation.
The Union County Court of Common Pleas follows Ohio's Rules of Superintendence for records retention. Under Rule 26, courts can store records on paper, electronic media, or microfilm. Records older than ten years or created before 1960 must be offered to the Ohio Historical Society before destruction. This helps preserve older Union County civil court records.
Union County Court System
The Union County Court of Common Pleas has a General Division that handles civil cases over $15,000, felony crimes, foreclosures, and administrative appeals. The Domestic Relations Division covers divorces, legal separations, child support, and custody matters. There is also a Juvenile Division and a Probate Division. Each division maintains its own records through the clerk's office.
Union County is part of the 3rd Appellate District. Appeals from Common Pleas decisions go to that court. The Ohio trial courts directory lists all courts in Union County and links to their local rules. You can find filing procedures, discovery deadlines, and other county-specific requirements through that directory.
Statewide Resources for Union County Records
The Ohio Supreme Court opinions database has appellate decisions from all 12 districts going back to at least 2001. The Ohio Clerk of Courts Association maintains a directory of all 88 county clerks with contact details. You can use it to reach clerks in neighboring counties if you need records from more than one location.
The eFileOH system supports electronic filing in participating Ohio courts. It runs around the clock and does not need special software. Filers can submit documents, pay fees, and track case progress from any web browser. The system provides a complete audit trail for all filings with timestamps and user identification.
The Ohio Court of Claims handles cases against state agencies and public records disputes. If you have a civil matter involving the state, that court has jurisdiction. Claims under $10,000 are decided through the clerk's administrative determination process. Larger claims go before a judge.
Nearby Counties
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