Warrant Search in Ohio, West Virginia
Ohio County Sheriff's Office
Most Wanted page
Official Resource
Access the official Ohio warrant and court record search portal.
Search →Phone: 304-234-3718
What This Resource Provides
Sheriff Harry 'Nelson' Croft, Jr. Site has a 'Most Wanted' page seeking public help identifying suspects in crimes. No comprehensive warrant database. | CORRECTED: prior URL was a curated Most Wanted / wanted-persons list, not a live name-searchable warrant-status tool. A person's absence from a Most Wanted list does not mean no warrant exists - most outstanding warrants (failure to appear, bench warrants, minor charges) never appear on these lists. Swapped to general Sheriff site; phone/in-person contact is the reliable way to check warrant status.
Alternative Resources
While Ohio does not offer online search, these statewide or nearby resources may help:
Nearby Jurisdictions
About Ohio Warrant Search
A Ohio warrant search helps you find active arrest warrants and bench warrants in Ohio, West Virginia. The Ohio County Sheriff's Office maintains records of warrants issued in Ohio.
How to Check for Warrants in Ohio
To check for warrants in Ohio, contact the Ohio County Sheriff's Office directly at 304-234-3718. Ask about active warrants, arrest warrants, and bench warrants. You will typically need the person's full name.
What is a Ohio Arrest Warrant?
An arrest warrant in Ohio is issued by a judge when law enforcement has probable cause to believe someone committed a crime. An active arrest warrant means the person can be legally arrested by law enforcement officers.
What is a Ohio Bench Warrant?
A bench warrant in Ohio is issued when someone fails to appear in court. Bench warrants are different from arrest warrants and are issued from the judge's bench. Use our warrant search to check for bench warrants in Ohio.