Welcome to the Sandusky County
County Court

Your official source for court rules, forms, jury duty information, and legal services in Sandusky County, Ohio.

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The Information You Are Looking For

Sandusky County Court wants to help assist you in finding the information you need. Here you will find information ranging from court forms you will need, jury duty, and more.

Court Information

  • Court Hours: Mon–Fri: 8:00am–4:00pm
  • Closed: Sat–Sun
  • Locations:
    847 E. McPherson Hwy, Clyde, OH 43410
    215 W. Main St, Woodville, OH 43469
  • Contact: 419-547-3262 (ext 3)

Featured Documents

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Civil Costs Sheet (PDF)
Current fees for civil filings
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Criminal & Traffic Bond Schedule (PDF)
Bond amounts and conditions
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Sandusky Court Departments

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Local Rules

Sandusky County Court maintains a high level of respect and decorum. Download and view a full list of rules and procedures of the Sandusky County Court.
Court Appointed Counsel

If you are unable to obtain an attorney, one may be appointed by the court to represent you. Click here to get more information.
Audio Request

We provide audio recordings of all court proceedings. Click here to request an audio copy of your court proceeding.
Forms

Sandusky County Court provides many different forms you may need. Click here to view all forms.
Jury Duty

Serve your civic duty. Here are instructions and what to expect for when you have been selected for Jury Duty.
Probation

We believe in justice and safety while providing benefits for positive behavior. For further information on staff, probation reporting, and types of probation, please click here.
Judge

Meet Judge Cynthia Welty.
HOPE Court

HOPE Court strives to help non-violent offenders break free from the cycle of addiction. Click here to see who and how we can help.
Judge Cynthia Welty

Judge Cynthia Welty

Judge Cynthia Ann Welty has a diverse educational and professional background. She began her career in nursing, earning an LPN in 1982 and an RN in 1989. She later transitioned to law, obtaining a Bachelor's Degree in General Studies in 1999 and a Juris Doctor in 2001 from the University of Toledo. Her legal experience includes practicing law, teaching criminal justice, and serving as a magistrate and judge in various courts in Sandusky County, Ohio.

Currently, she is the elected judge for the Sandusky County Court and runs the HOPE Court, a specialized docket focused on addiction recovery. She resides in Clyde, Ohio, with her family and she enjoys reading and traveling.

Frequently Asked Questions

All Jurors will need to check in at the Sandusky County Court at 847 East McPherson Hwy, Clyde, Ohio 43410

Yes they can, but they need to have a request in writing for permission to be in the courtroom. Any permission granted will be documented in the court record.

Trials for specific violations are listed, with times and days of the week, in our “Local Court Rules, Rule 4.” You can find and download this document under our Local Rules Page.