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The Ottawa County Court Clerk in Miami keeps the county's district court records. Trial-level matters in Oklahoma are handled by the district court clerk's office where the case is pending.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Court Name | Ottawa County Court Clerk |
| Court Clerk | Cassie Key |
| Main Address | 102 E. Central Ave. Ste. 203, Miami, OK 74354 |
| Main Phone | (918) 542-2801 |
| Courthouse Locations | 1 (Miami) |
| Online Case Search | Oklahoma State Courts Network (OSCN) docket search |
How to Search Ottawa County Court Records
Have the person's full name, the case number if you know it, and approximate dates ready before you search. Ottawa County records are kept by the Ottawa County Court Clerk in Miami.
Online
Go to OSCN.net to search Oklahoma court dockets statewide.
Search by name or case number to find cases from the county.
Best for: Checking case status and parties
In Person
Go to 102 E. Central Ave. Ste. 203, Miami, OK 74354.
Bring the case number and party names if you have them.
Best for: Records not found online
By Phone
Call (918) 542-2801 to ask the Ottawa County Court Clerk about a record.
Ask what information the clerk needs before you visit.
Best for: Confirming records and requirements
Search by Name on OklahomaCourts.org
Go to OklahomaCourts.org and enter a full name.
Search across record types without a case number.
Confirm results with the court, since they are not official court records.
Best for: Finding leads without a case number
Ottawa County Court Statistics (FY 2024)
Ottawa County courts handled an estimated 2,895 new cases in FY 2024 and disposed of an estimated 2,858. The estimate scales Oklahoma statewide totals by the county's share of state population.
~2,895
Total filings in FY 2024
~2,858
Total dispositions in FY 2024
~1,448
Filings per judicial position (2 estimated positions)
~+1.3%
Change in total filings vs FY 2023
| Metric | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Filings | ~2,895 | ~2,858 | ~+1.3% |
| Total Dispositions | ~2,858 | ~2,821 | ~+1.3% |
| Criminal Filings | ~1,303 | ~1,286 | ~+1.3% |
| Civil Filings | ~869 | ~857 | ~+1.4% |
| Family Law Filings | ~376 | ~372 | ~+1.1% |
| Probate Filings | ~87 | ~86 | ~+1.2% |
| Mental Health Filings | ~58 | ~57 | ~+1.8% |
| Juvenile Filings | ~116 | ~114 | ~+1.8% |
| Authorized Judicial Positions | ~2 | ~2 | ~0.0% |
The largest category movement was in criminal filings. Figures marked with ~ are estimates: Oklahoma statewide figures scaled by Ottawa County's 0.74% share of the state population.
How Have Court Filings Changed in Ottawa County?
Estimated total filings in Ottawa County moved up over the last five years; dispositions are estimated at a similar level.
| Fiscal Year | Total Filings | Total Dispositions | YoY Filing Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY 2024 | ~2,895 | ~2,858 | ~+1.3% |
| FY 2023 | ~2,858 | ~2,821 | ~+2.7% |
| FY 2022 | ~2,784 | ~2,747 | ~+4.2% |
| FY 2021 | ~2,673 | ~2,598 | ~-5.2% |
| FY 2020 | ~2,821 | ~2,747 | ~-5.2% |
Estimated filings changed +2.6% between FY 2020 and FY 2024, from 2,821 to 2,895. The largest annual change was -5.2% in FY 2021. The latest change of +1.3% reflects statewide Oklahoma trends. Figures marked with ~ are estimates: Oklahoma statewide figures scaled by Ottawa County's 0.74% share of the state population.
What Types of Cases Are Filed in Ottawa County?
Criminal cases are estimated to be the largest category in Ottawa County, at about 45.0% of filings in FY 2024.
| Case Type | Filings FY 2024 | Share of Total | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal | ~1,303 | ~45.0% | ~+1.3% |
| Civil | ~869 | ~30.0% | ~+1.4% |
| Family law | ~376 | ~13.0% | ~+1.1% |
| Juvenile | ~116 | ~4.0% | ~+1.8% |
| Probate | ~87 | ~3.0% | ~+1.2% |
| Mental health | ~58 | ~2.0% | ~+1.8% |
Juvenile cases are estimated as the fastest-growing category and family law cases as the fastest-falling. Figures marked with ~ are estimates: Oklahoma statewide figures scaled by Ottawa County's 0.74% share of the state population.
How Does Ottawa County Compare With Oklahoma Overall?
Ottawa County is estimated to account for about 0.74% of the 390,000 cases filed in Oklahoma courts in FY 2024.
| Metric | Ottawa County | Oklahoma | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total filings | ~2,895 | 390,000 | ~0.74% of statewide filings |
| YoY change in filings | ~+1.3% | +1.3% | Same as state (estimate) |
| Filings per judicial position | ~1,448 | 1,773 | Estimated at the state level |
| Dispositions per judicial position equivalent | ~1,429 | 1,750 | Estimated at the state level |
| Criminal share of filings | ~45.0% | 45.0% | Same as state (estimate) |
| Civil share of filings | ~30.0% | 30.0% | Same as state (estimate) |
| Family law share of filings | ~13.0% | 13.0% | Same as state (estimate) |
These county values are estimates built from statewide Oklahoma figures, so they track the state mix by design. Actual county dockets may differ. Figures marked with ~ are estimates: Oklahoma statewide figures scaled by Ottawa County's 0.74% share of the state population.
Ottawa County Crime Statistics (2025)
These figures are Oklahoma statewide totals as reported to the FBI, not counts for Ottawa County. Agency reporting may be incomplete, and county crime counts are not available here. Statewide violent and property crimes combined fell 7.1% from 2024 to 2025. In 2025, reporting agencies covered about 99.9% of Oklahoma's population, so year-over-year changes can partly reflect which agencies reported.
16,982
Violent crimes, Oklahoma statewide, 2025
75,800
Property crimes, Oklahoma statewide, 2025 (includes arson)
411.9
Violent crime rate per 100K, Oklahoma statewide, 2025 (population 4,123,288)
-7.1%
Change in total violent plus property crimes, Oklahoma statewide, 2025 vs 2024 (92,782 vs 99,886)
| Offense | 2025 | Rate per 100K | 2024 | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 208 | 5.0 | 260 | -20.0% |
| Rape | 2,530 | 61.4 | 2,620 | -3.4% |
| Robbery | 1,327 | 32.2 | 1,576 | -15.8% |
| Aggravated assault | 12,917 | 313.3 | 13,115 | -1.5% |
| Violent crimes total | 16,982 | 411.9 | 17,571 | -3.4% |
| Burglary | 15,155 | 367.5 | 16,985 | -10.8% |
| Larceny-theft | 51,985 | 1260.8 | 55,433 | -6.2% |
| Motor vehicle theft | 8,081 | 196.0 | 9,178 | -12.0% |
| Property crimes total | 75,800 | 1838.3 | 82,315 | -7.9% |
Rates use the Oklahoma 2025 population of 4,123,288. County-level rates are not published, so this section does not compare Ottawa County with the state. The property crimes total includes arson, so it is larger than the sum of the property offenses listed above.
Ottawa County Courthouse Locations
Ottawa County has 1 listed court clerk location, in Miami. Confirm the address and phone with the clerk before you visit, and check your notice or ticket for the office you need.
| Courthouse | Address | Phone | Verified Services |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ottawa County Court Clerk (Miami) | 102 E. Central Ave. Ste. 203, Miami, OK 74354 | (918) 542-2801 | County court clerk records |
Which Court Handles Your Case in Ottawa County?
Trial-level cases in Ottawa County go to the district court, and the Ottawa County Court Clerk keeps the records. Check your paperwork and confirm the filing location before you act.
| Your Situation | Go To | Key Details |
|---|---|---|
| Traffic ticket | Ottawa County District Court | Confirm the filing location with the clerk at (918) 542-2801. |
| Parking ticket | The agency that issued the ticket | Parking tickets are not handled by the district court. |
| Misdemeanor | Ottawa County District Court | Trial-level matters go to the district court clerk's office; call (918) 542-2801 to confirm. |
| Felony | Ottawa County District Court | Trial-level matters go to the district court clerk's office; call (918) 542-2801 to confirm. |
| DUI | Ottawa County District Court | Confirm the charge and filing location with the clerk at (918) 542-2801. |
| Domestic violence | Ottawa County District Court | Confirm the filing location with the clerk at (918) 542-2801. |
| Civil lawsuit | Ottawa County District Court | Confirm the filing location with the clerk at (918) 542-2801. |
| Small claims | Ottawa County District Court | Confirm the filing location with the clerk at (918) 542-2801. |
| Eviction | Ottawa County District Court | Confirm the filing location with the clerk at (918) 542-2801. |
| Divorce | Ottawa County District Court | Confirm the filing location with the clerk at (918) 542-2801. |
| Child custody or support | Ottawa County District Court | Confirm the filing location with the clerk at (918) 542-2801. |
| Probate or estate | Ottawa County District Court | Confirm the filing location with the clerk at (918) 542-2801. |
| Juvenile case | Ottawa County District Court | Confirm the filing location with the clerk at (918) 542-2801. |
| Appeal | Oklahoma appellate courts | Appeals go to the Court of Civil Appeals, Court of Criminal Appeals, or Supreme Court of Oklahoma. |
Are Ottawa County Court Records Public?
Yes, most Ottawa County court records are public, with exceptions set by law or court order.
Public records
Most case records held by the Ottawa County Court Clerk can be viewed and requested, and the clerk can confirm what is available for a specific case.
Restricted or confidential records
Some records are restricted by law or court order. The clerk can confirm which restrictions apply to a given case.
Online access
Search statewide Oklahoma court dockets at OSCN.net. Online results do not replace records held by the clerk.
In-person access
Visit the Ottawa County Court Clerk at 102 E. Central Ave. Ste. 203, Miami, OK 74354 to view or request records, or call (918) 542-2801 first to confirm what is needed.
How to Search Ottawa County Court Records Online
Case information for Ottawa County is available through statewide online portals run by the Oklahoma court system.
- Identify the type of case you are looking for.
- Open the official statewide portal listed below.
- Search by party name or case number, and select Ottawa County if asked.
- Review the docket and case details.
- Contact the Ottawa County court clerk for documents that are not online.
| Case Type | Where to Search | What You'll Find | Limits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal | OSCN Court Dockets | Docket entries, charges, and hearing dates. | Document images may require a request to the clerk or a fee. |
| Traffic | OSCN Court Dockets | Traffic cases filed in district court. | Municipal court cases may not appear; contact the city court. |
| Civil | OSCN Court Dockets | Docket entries, parties, and filings. | Copies of filings may need to be requested from the clerk. |
| Small claims | OSCN Court Dockets | Small claims docket entries. | Details can be limited; contact the clerk for filings. |
| Family law | OSCN Court Dockets | Divorce and custody case dockets. | Some records may be sealed or restricted by law. |
| Probate | OSCN Court Dockets | Probate case dockets and filings listed. | Sealed or restricted records are not available online. |
| Juvenile | OSCN Court Dockets | Limited or no public information. | Most juvenile records are confidential and are not in the general portal. |
Use the statewide online docket search to look up Ottawa County cases, then contact the clerk for anything not available online.
- Identify the case type, such as criminal, traffic, civil, small claims, family, probate, or juvenile.
- Open OSCN docket search, the Oklahoma State Courts Network statewide search.
- Search by party name or case number and note the case number from the results.
- Review the docket for the case status, parties, and recorded entries.
- Call the Ottawa County Court Clerk at (918) 542-2801 to request records that are not online.
How to Pay Fines & Citations in Ottawa County
The sources used for this page do not list an online payment portal or payment methods for Ottawa County, so confirm payment options with the clerk before you pay.
- Phone: Call the Ottawa County Court Clerk at (918) 542-2801 to confirm accepted payment methods and amounts for your case.
- In person: Visit the Ottawa County Court Clerk at 102 E. Central Ave. Ste. 203, Miami, OK 74354 and ask about payment options.
Parking tickets are handled by the agency that issued the ticket, not by the district court.
Ottawa County Court Records FAQ
How do I search court records in Ottawa County?
Search statewide dockets at OSCN.net by name or case number, or call the Ottawa County Court Clerk at (918) 542-2801.
Are Ottawa County court records public?
Most are, with exceptions set by law or court order. Call the Ottawa County Court Clerk at (918) 542-2801 to ask about a specific record.
How do I find a criminal case?
Search by name or case number on OSCN.net, or call the Ottawa County Court Clerk at (918) 542-2801.
How do I find a court date?
Check your ticket or notice, search the case docket on OSCN.net, or call the clerk at (918) 542-2801.
How do I pay a traffic ticket?
The sources used here do not list payment methods for Ottawa County. Call the Ottawa County Court Clerk at (918) 542-2801 to confirm options.
How many cases are filed in Ottawa County each year?
County filing counts are not published on this page. The county had 30,438 residents in 2025.
What is the most common case type?
Case-type counts for Ottawa County are not published on this page, so no most-common type is identified here.
Is crime rising or falling?
County crime counts are not available here. Statewide, reported violent crimes fell 3.4% to 16,982 in 2025 from 17,571 in 2024, and property crimes fell 7.9% to 75,800 from 82,315, as reported to the FBI. These are Oklahoma statewide figures, and reporting coverage changed between years.
Courts in the County
Ottawa County CourthouseMore Info
| Address: | 102 E. Central Ave. Suite 203, Miami, OK, 74354 |
| Phone Number: | 918-542-2801 |
| Fax: | 918-540-3278 |
| Website: | http://www.oscn.net/courts/Ottawa |
Useful Links
- Oklahoma State Courts Network - Docket Search Access comprehensive court records, case information, and dockets from the Oklahoma State Courts Network for Ottawa County.
- Ottawa County Official Website Visit the official website of Ottawa County for news, updates, and resources regarding local government and court services.
- Oklahoma State Courts Network Home Page Find general information about Oklahoma's court system including rules, procedures, and links to court-related resources.
- The Online Oklahoma District Court Records Search online for court cases, dockets, and records across Oklahoma, including detailed information for Ottawa County.
- LawHelp.org - Find Legal Help in Oklahoma Discover free legal resources, self-help guides, and referral information to various legal aid organizations in Oklahoma.
- Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation Provides crime reports, background checks, and forensic services crucial for legal proceedings and public safety.
- Oklahoma County Court Clerk's Office Resourceful for obtaining marriage licenses, probate records, and other public records from the court clerk's office.
- Oklahoma Office of the Attorney General Offers information on consumer protection, victim assistance, and legal resources provided by the Attorney General's office.
- Oklahoma Employment Security Commission Find employment-related court services, legal resources, and assistance with labor disputes within the state.
- Oklahoma Association of County Commissioners Advocacy resource for county governments, offering insights into legal and policy matters affecting local jurisdictions.
- Oklahoma State Legislature Access public policies, bills, statutes, and legislative activities that impact court operations and legal frameworks.
- Oklahoma Unified Court System Comprehensive access to court services, administrative orders, and descriptions of the court system structure in Oklahoma.
- Supreme Court of the United States Official website of the U.S. Supreme Court, providing opinions, oral arguments, case documents, and procedural details.
- Oklahoma Corporation Commission Information on regulatory activities, legal filings, and electronic submissions pertinent to state-level governance.
- NAACP - National Association for the Advancement of Colored People Advocacy and legal resources promoting civil rights, equality, and justice through court cases and community engagement.
- ACLU of Oklahoma Engages in court cases defending civil liberties and constitutional rights with documentation for public reference.
- Oklahoma Indigent Defense System Ensures legal defense for indigent persons, offering resources and support for court-appointed attorneys and their clients.
- Oklahoma Bar Association Provides resources for attorneys and public legal education, including lawyer referrals and court service insights.
- Legal Services Corporation Federally funded organization ensuring access to quality legal assistance for low-income individuals in civil cases.
- Federal Judicial Center Training and research agency for the federal judiciary, with resources valuable for legal educators and practitioners.
Table of Contents
- Ottawa County, Courts and Public Records
- How to Search Ottawa County Court Records
- Ottawa County Court Statistics (FY 2024)
- How Have Court Filings Changed in Ottawa County?
- What Types of Cases Are Filed in Ottawa County?
- How Does Ottawa County Compare With Oklahoma Overall?
- Ottawa County Crime Statistics (2025)
- Ottawa County Courthouse Locations
- Which Court Handles Your Case in Ottawa County?
- Are Ottawa County Court Records Public?
- How to Search Ottawa County Court Records Online
- How to Pay Fines & Citations in Ottawa County
- Ottawa County Court Records FAQ
- Courts in the County
- Useful Links