Search Crawford County Traffic Records

Crawford County traffic ticket records are managed by the Crawford County Municipal Court, which operates out of two locations in Bucyrus and Galion. The court handles all traffic cases in the county, including citations issued in the City of Bucyrus, City of Galion, Village of Crestline, and Village of New Washington. If you got a ticket in Crawford County, you can look up your case, pay your fine, or check your court date through the municipal court system. The clerk's office keeps all records and can provide copies of any filed document.

Crawford County Municipal Court

The Crawford County Municipal Court is the main court for traffic cases in the county. It runs two offices. The Bucyrus location at 112 E. Mansfield Street, Suite 100, is the primary court. The Galion office at 301 Harding Way East handles some matters on Tuesdays only. Note that the Galion office no longer accepts filings for evictions, small claims, or garnishments. But traffic cases can still go through either location depending on where the stop happened.

Hours at the Bucyrus office are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. The Galion office is only open on Tuesdays from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM. If you need to pay a fine or file something, plan your visit to the right location. Criminal and traffic arraignments in Bucyrus happen every Wednesday at 9:00 AM. In Galion, arraignments are every Tuesday at 10:00 AM. Tax arraignments run on the first and third Wednesday at 1:00 PM in Bucyrus, except in December.

The Crawford County Municipal Court website provides access to court information and traffic case details.

This shows the official Crawford County Municipal Court page where you can find information on traffic cases and court procedures.

Crawford County Traffic Ticket Fees

Court costs in Crawford County changed as of January 1, 2025. The fees are set by the court and apply to all traffic cases. Knowing these up front helps you plan what you will owe if you pay a ticket or are convicted at trial.

Basic court costs for a moving traffic violation are $125.00. Non-moving violations cost $106.00 in court fees. These are just the base costs and do not include the fine itself. If you go to trial and lose, you may also owe subpoena fees and witness costs on top of the base amount. Unlimited driving privileges cost $10.00 to file. Standard copies of court documents run $1.00 per page. If you want to apply for a traffic diversion program, the fee is $150.00. Criminal diversion costs $300.00. Expungement filings cost $100.00.

The Crawford County court payments page shows options for paying fines and court costs.

This page outlines the payment methods accepted by Crawford County Municipal Court for traffic fines and court costs.

Finding Traffic Ticket Records

There are several ways to look up traffic ticket records in Crawford County. The criminal and traffic division of the municipal court keeps all case files. You can search online, call the court, or visit in person.

The Crawford County Criminal/Traffic Division page has details on how the court processes traffic cases. This is a good starting point if you want to learn about arraignment schedules and case procedures before looking up your specific ticket.

The criminal and traffic division page gives you key details about how Crawford County handles traffic cases.

This shows the Crawford County criminal and traffic division information, including arraignment schedules and case processing details.

For a broader search, the Ohio Legal Help site has contact information and resources for the Crawford County Clerk of Courts. You can also check the Supreme Court of Ohio portal for a statewide case lookup. Under Ohio Revised Code Section 4510.036, all traffic convictions must be reported to the BMV within ten days. So your driving record at the BMV will reflect any Crawford County conviction once it is final.

The Ohio Legal Help resource page for Crawford County offers additional information about accessing court records.

Ohio Legal Help provides a directory listing for the Crawford County Clerk of Courts with contact details and service information.

Traffic Points in Crawford County

Ohio tracks points on every driver's record. When you get convicted of a traffic violation in Crawford County, the court reports it to the Ohio BMV. Points get added based on the offense type per ORC Section 4510.036.

Most moving violations add two points. Speeding 10 to 29 mph over the limit is a two-point offense. More serious things like reckless driving or speeding 30 mph or more over the limit add four points. The worst violations carry six points. OVI, leaving the scene, and street racing all fall in the six-point group. Six points in two years triggers a warning letter from the BMV. Twelve points in two years means a six-month suspension.

Crawford County's traffic diversion program costs $150.00. It may help you avoid points on your record for certain eligible offenses. Ask the court clerk if your ticket qualifies for diversion. A remedial driving course can also remove two points, but the BMV only allows one credit every three years and caps it at five lifetime credits.

Legal Help for Crawford County Cases

For minor traffic tickets, most people handle things on their own. Pay the fine and move on. But if you face an OVI charge, a license suspension, or possible jail time, talk to a lawyer. The Crawford County Bar Association can point you to local attorneys who handle traffic cases.

Ohio Legal Help offers free self-help guides on traffic court matters. These cover how to contest a ticket, set up a payment plan, and understand your rights in court. Under Ohio Revised Code Title 45, traffic records are public. Anyone can ask for copies from the clerk. Fines depend on the offense and the court, but the clerk's office can tell you what you owe for any given case.

Nearby Counties

Crawford County sits in north-central Ohio. If your ticket was issued near a county border, the case might have been filed in a neighboring court.