Oakwood has its own Municipal Court which is part of the County and State court system. Judge Margaret M. Quinn is the presiding Judge. Sarah Clever is the Clerk of Court.
The Municipal Court hears all misdemeanor cases, arraignments, and traffic violations, as well as preliminary hearings on felony cases. The court also hears small claims and civil cases. Court hearings take place in the same chambers which serve City Council.
Judge Quinn performs marriage ceremonies on Thursdays on a scheduled basis, a fee of $60 is paid to the City of Oakwood. Cash only. Call in advance to schedule.
Court is in session at 8:30 A.M. each Thursday and other days as needed. Arraignments are heard first, followed by pre-trials, criminal trials and civil hearings, in that order. Occasionally, Oakwood residents are requested to appear for jury duty in Oakwood Municipal Court.
Hours
8:30a.m. - 4:30p.m.
Monday - Friday
*Hours may vary due to staffing, please contact before visiting.
The Clerk of Courts Office is open from 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and accepts payments in the form of cash, money order, personal checks (local banks), or credit/debit cards. Payments may also be made after the Clerk's office is closed at the Public Safety Department on weekdays or weekends until 7:30 p.m. and you must have exact amount (cash or check). The Public Safety Department cannot accept credit or debit cards.
Questions can be directed to the Clerk of Courts at (937) 293-3058. Mailing address for payment of fines is Oakwood Municipal Court, 30 Park Avenue, Oakwood, OH 45419