Legal Division

The Legal Division maintains the records of the Belmont County Common Pleas Court, including civil, criminal, domestic relations, and appellate cases. The division receives and processes court filings, collects court costs and fees, and maintains judgment liens and other official court records.

Use the resources below to search court records, review filing costs, access court rules, and find information about other Legal Division services.

Search Court Records
Search publicly available Belmont County case and docket information through the CourtView eAccess system.
Civil Protection Orders
If you are in immediate danger, call 911. Information provided by the Clerk of Courts is not a substitute for emergency or legal assistance.
Costs and Fees
Review filing fees, court costs, copy charges, and other fees collected by the Legal Division.
Local Court Rules
Access the current local rules of the Belmont County Common Pleas Court.

Additional Resources

  • Record Sealing and Expungement – Learn about record sealing and expungement resources, general eligibility information, and where to find the appropriate forms and instructions.
  • Representing Yourself – Find general information for individuals appearing in court without an attorney, including what Clerk of Courts staff can and cannot help with.
  • Sheriff Sales – View information about Belmont County real estate sales through the external sheriff sale and auction system.

Hours of Operation

Monday-Friday – 8:00 AM-4:30 PM

Contact the Legal Division

Belmont County Courthouse
101 West Main Street, Third Floor
St. Clairsville, OH 43950

Phone: 740-699-2169
Email: clerk@belmontcountycoc.org

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