Guernsey County Traffic Records
Traffic ticket records in Guernsey County are managed by Clerk Jennifer Johnson at 801 Wheeling Ave in Cambridge. The Clerk of Courts office provides online access to case dockets, public records searches, and court document downloads. The county also accepts online payments for traffic fines. The Cambridge Municipal Court at 150 Highland Ave handles most traffic violations filed in the county. Both offices keep records that are open to the public under Ohio law, and you can look up cases in person, by phone, or through the county's eServices portal.
Guernsey County Overview
Guernsey County Clerk of Courts
Clerk Jennifer Johnson runs the Guernsey County Clerk of Courts office. The Legal Division keeps records for Common Pleas Court cases, including civil, criminal, and domestic relations matters. The office also handles the Fifth District Court of Appeals filings. Traffic cases that get appealed from the municipal court end up here.
The office has three main divisions. The Legal Division handles court records. The Title Division deals with vehicle and watercraft titles. The BMV License Bureau processes registrations, plates, and driver's licenses. If your license was suspended due to unpaid traffic tickets, you might need to visit more than one of these divisions to get things sorted out.
| Clerk | Jennifer Johnson |
|---|---|
| Address |
801 Wheeling Ave, D-200 Cambridge, OH 43725 |
| Phone | (740) 432-9230 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
Under Ohio Revised Code Section 4510.036, the court must report every traffic conviction to the BMV within ten days. Points then show up on your driving record. The clerk's office handles this reporting for all Common Pleas cases.
Cambridge Municipal Court
The Cambridge Municipal Court hears the vast majority of traffic ticket cases in Guernsey County. This is where you go if you got a speeding ticket, ran a red light, or committed any other traffic violation in the county. The court is at 150 Highland Ave in Cambridge.
| Court | Cambridge Municipal Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 150 Highland Ave, Suite 1, Cambridge, OH 43725 |
| Phone | (740) 439-5585 |
The court handles moving violations, OVI charges, and other traffic misdemeanors. You can pay some fines without going to court. Check your ticket for details. For more serious charges, you will need to appear before the judge.
Guernsey County Online Records
The Guernsey County eServices portal lets you search case dockets, download court documents, and make online payments. This system runs through the Clerk of Courts website.
You can also search Guernsey County court records through the statewide records portal. This shows case status, charges, and hearing dates for traffic and criminal cases.
Finding Traffic Records
The easiest way to find traffic records in Guernsey County is through the eServices portal on the Clerk of Courts website. You can search by name or case number. The system shows docket entries, scheduled hearings, and case outcomes. It is free to use.
You can also go to the courthouse in person. The Clerk of Courts office is on the second floor at 801 Wheeling Ave. Staff can look up your case and make copies. Mail requests are accepted too. Send a letter with the person's name, any case details you have, and a check for copy fees.
Online payments are available for some traffic fines. This saves you a trip to the courthouse. You need your case number or citation number to pay online. The system accepts credit and debit cards.
Note: Not all traffic tickets can be paid online. If your case requires a court appearance, you must show up on your scheduled date. Check with the court if you are not sure.
BMV Points and Suspensions
Every traffic conviction in Guernsey County gets reported to the Ohio BMV. The Ohio Revised Code Title 45 sets the point values for each type of violation. Most minor violations are worth two points. Serious ones like speeding 30 or more over the limit are four points. The worst offenses carry six points.
At six points in two years, the BMV sends a warning letter. At 12 points, your license is suspended for six months. You can check your point total on the Ohio BMV website. A remedial driving course can remove two points from your record, but only once every three years.
Legal Help in Guernsey County
The Ohio Legal Help website has free information about traffic courts and how to handle citations. It covers all 88 Ohio counties. If you cannot afford a lawyer, legal aid organizations serve the Guernsey County area and may be able to help with serious traffic charges.
For OVI cases or charges that could result in jail time, you should talk to a lawyer. The court can appoint one if you qualify based on income. Ask the court clerk about getting a public defender for your case.
Nearby Counties
These counties are next to Guernsey County. Check the location on your citation to make sure you contact the right court.