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Trumbull County Clerk & Recorder

Official government recording office for Trumbull County, Ohio. Serving a population of 200.373 with jurisdiction over real estate deeds, marriage licenses, vital records, and fictitious business names.

County Seat: Warren • Land Area: 617,579 sq mi • State: Ohio (OH)
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Location & Operations

Courthouse Office Address & Contact

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Physical Courthouse Address

Trumbull County Courthouse / Recording Office, Warren, OH 44481

Seat of government for Trumbull County in Warren, OH.

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Courthouse / Directory Line

(614) 835-4405

Regular Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Closed on state and federal holidays.

FIPS ID: 39155 • Coordinates: 41.3064° N, -80.7704° W
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Filing Checklist

Before You Visit Trumbull County

  • ✓ Valid Government Photo ID (Driver's License or Passport)
  • ✓ Payment: Credit Card, Cashier's Check, or Exact Cash
  • ✓ Original signed documents with valid notary jurat/seal
  • ✓ Mandatory 3-inch top margin for county recorder barcode
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Land Records & Real Property

Trumbull County Deed Recording Fees & Requirements

Governed by Ohio Rev. Code § 317.32 & § 319.54
First Page Base Fee
$34.00
Includes statutory county automation index surcharge
Each Additional Page
$8.00
Per additional standard 8.5" x 11" page
Transfer Tax / Doc Stamps
$1.00 per $1,000 state base conveyance fee + up to $3.00 per $1,000 permissive county fee
Calculated at recording based on purchase consideration

Statutory Recording Margin Standards in Ohio:

Top Margin (Page 1): Must leave minimum 3 inches blank at top right for official recorder barcode and indexing stamp.
Other Margins: Minimum 1 inch on side, bottom, and subsequent pages to avoid non-conforming document penalties.
Grantee & Return Address: Must state grantee's legal address and a return mailing address clearly on the first page.
Legibility & Font: Black ink on white 8.5 x 11 paper; minimum 10-point font. Notary stamps must be crisp and dark.
Marriage Bureau

Marriage License in Trumbull County

License Fee $40 - $70
Waiting Period 0 Hours
  • ✓ Validity Window: Must solemnize within 60 days of issuance.
  • ✓ Personal Appearance: Both applicants must appear together in person at the Trumbull County courthouse.
  • ✓ Identification: Valid state photo driver's license, passport, or military ID. No blood test required.
State Policy: Issued by County Probate Court. Residents must apply in their county of residence.
Vital Statistics

Certified Vital Records

Birth Cert $25.00
Death Cert $25.00
Marriage Cert $15.00
  • • Authorized Requestors: Direct family relation (registrant, child, parent, spouse) or legal guardian only.
  • • Filing Agency: Processed through Ohio Department of Health Bureau of Vital Statistics and the local Trumbull County clerk counter.
Certified copies bear an official raised, embossed seal and are suitable for passports, probate, real estate, and legal identification.
Commercial & Business

DBA & Assumed Name Registration in Trumbull County

Filing Fee: $39.00
1. Filing Authority

In Trumbull County, sole proprietorships and general partnerships register assumed names through the Ohio Secretary of State.

2. Statutory Requirement

Required prior to opening a commercial checking account, issuing invoices under a brand name, or executing contracts in Ohio.

3. State Rules & Notice

Trade name or fictitious name filed directly with the Ohio Secretary of State.

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State-Specific Statutory Legal Templates

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Frequently Asked Questions: Trumbull County Clerk & Recorder

Where is the Trumbull County Clerk & Recorder office located?
The official Trumbull County office is located at Trumbull County Courthouse / Recording Office, Warren, OH 44481. Operating hours are typically Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. You can reach the office staff by telephone at (614) 835-4405.
How much does it cost to record a deed in Trumbull County?
Under Ohio statute (Ohio Rev. Code § 317.32 & § 319.54), recording a real property deed or mortgage in Trumbull County costs $34.00 for the first page, plus $8.00 for each additional page. Transfer tax details: $1.00 per $1,000 state base conveyance fee + up to $3.00 per $1,000 permissive county fee.
How do I obtain a marriage license in Trumbull County, OH?
Both applicants must appear in person before the Trumbull County Clerk with government-issued photo identification (such as a valid driver's license, passport, or state ID). The fee is approximately $40 - $70. Ohio requires a waiting period of 0 hours, and the license is valid for 60 days from the date of issuance.
How do I file a DBA (Doing Business As) or Assumed Name in Trumbull County?
In Trumbull County, registering a DBA or Assumed Business Name is handled through the Ohio Secretary of State with a standard statutory filing fee of $39.00. Trade name or fictitious name filed directly with the Ohio Secretary of State.
How can I request a certified copy of a birth or death certificate in Trumbull County?
Certified vital records (birth certificates starting at $25.00 and death certificates starting at $25.00) can be requested through the Ohio Department of Health Bureau of Vital Statistics or directly at the Trumbull County courthouse vital statistics counter by qualified immediate family members.