Access Newark Recent Arrests
Newark recent arrests are handled by the Newark Division of Police and processed through Licking County courts. The police department at 39 South 4th Street has been serving the community since 1870 and maintains all arrest records, incident reports, and crash files. You can request records in person, online through the CopLogic system, or by submitting a public records request form. The Licking County Sheriff's Office and Clerk of Courts also hold arrest-related records for cases that move beyond the city level. This page explains how to search for Newark arrest records, fees, and where to go for court case information.
Newark Overview
Newark Police Arrest Records
The Newark Division of Police keeps all arrest reports and incident files at its office at 39 South 4th Street. The records department is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. It is closed on weekends and major holidays. Phone is 740.670.7200 and fax is 740.349.6722.
There are three ways to get arrest records from the Newark police. First, visit the records office at 39 South 4th Street and ask at the window. Second, use the online request form through CopLogic. Third, submit a public records request through the department's website form. You can also call dispatch at 670-7200, select Option 1, for non-emergency reports.
Fees took effect May 1, 2025. Many records can be sent by email. A third-party convenience fee of $8.00 may apply in some cases. Paper copies over 25 pages cost $0.05 per page. If you want records on a thumb drive, that adds $5.00. Mailed records cost whatever the postage and supplies run. Certified copies have additional charges. All fees must be paid before records are released. Cash, credit or debit card, and checks made out to Newark Division of Police are all accepted.
Search Recent Arrests in Newark
The Newark Division of Police website provides access to records request forms and department contact information.
The department site lists phone numbers, hours, and links for submitting records requests online or in person.
The CopLogic records request portal lets you submit requests electronically without visiting the station.
This online system handles report requests and routes them to the records department for processing.
Police video requests follow Ohio House Bill 315 rules. The department can charge up to $75.00 per hour for processing body-worn camera, cruiser camera, and building surveillance footage. The maximum charge is $750.00. Staff will give you a cost estimate first, and payment is required before they start pulling the video together.
Licking County Arrest Records
The Licking County Sheriff's Office is at 155 East Main Street in Newark. Phone is (740) 670-5500. Fax is (740) 670-5514. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., excluding holidays. The sheriff handles county-wide law enforcement and runs the county jail. People arrested by Newark police who face felony charges or who need to be held past their initial booking often end up at the county jail.
The Licking County Clerk of Courts is at 1 Courthouse Square, 3rd Floor, Newark, Ohio 43055. Phone is (740) 670-5790. Hours match the sheriff's office. The clerk maintains records for the common pleas court, which handles felony cases. If an arrest in Newark leads to felony charges, the case file ends up here after the preliminary hearing at the municipal level.
Under Ohio's Public Records Act, all arrest records are presumed public. You can ask for them without giving your name. Written requests are not required by law. If a public office fails to comply, the law allows statutory damages of $100 per day, up to $1,000, plus attorney fees and court costs.
Newark Recent Arrest Resources
The ODRC Offender Search shows people currently in state prison, on parole, or under community supervision from any Ohio county including Licking. The VINELink notification system lets you track an inmate and get alerts when their status changes. Both tools are free.
| Police Records | 39 S 4th Street, Newark, OH Phone: 740.670.7200 Hours: Mon-Fri, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM |
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| County Sheriff | 155 E Main St, Newark, OH 43055 Phone: (740) 670-5500 |
| Clerk of Courts | 1 Courthouse Square, 3rd Floor, Newark, OH 43055 Phone: (740) 670-5790 |
For official criminal history checks, the Ohio BCI WebCheck system is the statewide option. Visit an approved fingerprint location near Newark, pay the fee, and results go to you or the requesting party.
Nearby cities include Columbus in Franklin County and Lancaster in Fairfield County.
Licking County Justice Center Details
The Licking County Justice Center is at 155 E. Main St., Newark, Ohio 43055. The jail phone is (740) 670-5501. Sheriff Randy Thorp leads the office. Dispatch is at (740) 670-5555. The Civil/Records Division is at (740) 670-5541.
The jail has an active inmate listing online. Search by name. No login is needed. The list updates often. It shows the inmate's name, booking number, charges, dates, arresting agency, bond info, and next court date. This is a quick way to see if someone was booked after a Newark arrest and is still in custody.
Each inmate gets two 20 to 30 minute visits per week. The schedule depends on where the inmate is housed inside the jail. All visits are subject to audio and video recording. Mail can be sent to inmates at the jail address. There is no limit on the number of letters. Inmates who cannot pay for stamps get supplies for two letters per week. All mail gets checked for contraband before delivery.
Phone service runs through Securus. Family and friends can set up accounts at www.icsolutions.com or call 1-888-506-8407. Inmates can order from commissary if they have a positive balance. For sex offender info, search the eSORN database by location, name, city, or compliance status. Licking County had 176 registered sex offenders as of the last count, a ratio of about 276 residents per offender.
Licking County Recent Arrests
Newark is the county seat of Licking County. The sheriff, jail, and courts all operate here. For full details on county arrest records, warrants, and inmate information, visit the Licking County page.