Oklahoma County Criminal History Records

Oklahoma County criminal history records cover the most populated county in the state with over 775,000 residents. The county seat is Oklahoma City, the state capital. Court Clerk Rick Warren manages all criminal case files at the courthouse on Park Avenue. You can search Oklahoma County criminal cases through free online databases, request copies at the clerk's office, or run a statewide check through the OSBI. With the volume of cases processed here, Oklahoma County has some of the most extensive criminal records in the state.

Oklahoma County Court Clerk Criminal Records

Court Clerk Rick Warren's office is at 321 Park Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK 73102. The phone number is (405) 713-1705. Oklahoma County is part of the 7th Judicial District. The court handles civil, criminal, family, probate, and traffic cases. Copy fees run $0.25 to $1.00 per page. Certified copies are available for an added fee. Records can be searched online through OSCN or requested in person at the clerk's office.

Oklahoma County processes a huge number of criminal cases each year. Felony charges use the CF code and misdemeanors use CM. The clerk keeps all case files from first filing through final disposition. That includes arrest warrants, charging documents, plea entries, trial transcripts, and sentencing orders. If you need a certified copy for court or legal purposes, plan for a wait since the volume of requests at this courthouse is high compared to smaller counties.

Under the Oklahoma Open Records Act, Title 51 O.S. Section 24A.1, all court records are public unless a judge orders them sealed. Section 24A.30 says all court records fall under the Act unless another statute makes them confidential. You do not need to explain why you want the records. Juvenile cases and sealed records are the main exceptions.

The Juvenile Justice Center for Oklahoma County is at 5905 Classen Court, Oklahoma City, OK 73118. Juvenile records are handled separately and are not available through the public search tools.

Search Oklahoma County Criminal History Online

The Oklahoma State Courts Network provides free access to Oklahoma County criminal court dockets. Search by last name and first name, case number, or filing date. OSCN shows all docket entries, hearing dates, charges, and case outcomes. Oklahoma County records on OSCN are extensive because the court started electronic filing early. This is the best free tool for anyone looking up criminal cases in the county.

On Demand Court Records offers an alternative search. ODCR covers 70 Oklahoma courts and provides free basic results plus paid access to full documents. Some cases that do not show on OSCN may be on ODCR. The site updates in near real time, so recent Oklahoma County filings appear quickly.

The Oklahoma County land records portal on OKCountyRecords provides access to millions of records including property liens that may be tied to criminal judgments.

Recording fees in Oklahoma County include $18 for the first page plus a $10 preservation fee, which is standard for the state.

The Oklahoma City Municipal Court at 701 Couch Dr, Oklahoma City, OK 73102, phone (405) 297-2361, handles traffic and city ordinance violations separately. Those records are not on OSCN or ODCR. You need to contact the municipal court directly for those cases.

Statewide Criminal Check for Oklahoma County

The Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation runs the statewide criminal history database from their office at 6600 North Harvey Place, Oklahoma City, OK 73116. Since OSBI is right in Oklahoma County, you can do an in-person search or use the CHIRP portal online. A name-based search costs $15.00. You need the person's first name, last name, and date of birth. The system checks three years before and after the birth date you give.

You can add a sex offender registry search for $2.00 and a violent offender registry search for $2.00. The convenience fee is $1.00 per transaction. OSBI results cover fingerprint-based arrest and conviction data for serious misdemeanors and felonies across all of Oklahoma. The database does not include other states or federal cases. Fingerprint-based searches cost $19.00 and give better identification accuracy than name searches.

Oklahoma County Sheriff and Jail Records

The Oklahoma County Sheriff's Office is at 201 N. Shartel, Oklahoma City, OK 73102. Sheriff Tommie Johnson III runs the office. The phone is (405) 713-1500. The Oklahoma County Jail is operated by the Criminal Justice Authority. Inmate searches can be done online or by phone. The sheriff keeps arrest records, booking information, and warrant data.

Arrest reports typically cost $5 to $25 from the sheriff's office. Incident reports run $0.25 to $1.00 per page. You can make requests in person or by mail. The Oklahoma DOC offender lookup is free and shows custody status for anyone under state supervision. The DOC main office at 3400 N Martin Luther King Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73111, phone (405) 425-2500, can provide further documentation beyond what the lookup tool shows.

The sheriff's office works with municipal police departments throughout Oklahoma County. If someone was arrested by Oklahoma City police, the arrest record may be with the city police department rather than the sheriff. Records requests should go to whichever agency made the arrest.

Oklahoma County Criminal History Fees

Fees in Oklahoma County follow state guidelines with some variations:

• Court copies: $0.25 to $1.00 per page
• Certified copies: additional fee on top of per page cost
• OSBI name search: $15.00
• OSBI fingerprint search: $19.00
• Sheriff arrest reports: $5.00 to $25.00

Online searches through OSCN and ODCR are free. The Oklahoma Pardon and Parole Board at 2915 N. Classen Boulevard, Suite 405, Oklahoma City, handles clemency applications at no charge. Pardon applications take 12 to 18 months to process.

Oklahoma County Criminal History Expungement

Oklahoma County handles a high volume of expungement petitions. Under Title 22 O.S. Section 18, a full expungement seals both the court record and OSBI arrest record. Section 991c covers deferred sentences. Filing fees in Oklahoma County range from $100 to $300. OSBI charges $150 to process the arrest record removal.

Violent felony convictions can not be expunged under Title 57 O.S. Section 571. The process takes months to a year. Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma has their main office in Oklahoma City at 2917 W. Hefner Road, OK 73120. Call (888) 534-5243 or (405) 408-4222 for free help with expungement if you qualify based on income.

Cities in Oklahoma County

Oklahoma County includes several cities. Criminal cases from these cities go through the Oklahoma County District Court:

Nearby Counties

Counties that border Oklahoma County: