Municipal Civil Division
The Civil Division of Municipal Court handles cases in which the amount of money in dispute does not exceed $15,000.00. Complaints involving landlord tenant disputes, evictions, rents, escrows, garnishes, and appeals to the Bureau of Motor Vehicles are filed with this division. The clerk's office provides assistance to citizens in the filing of small claims (less than $6,000.00) by furnishing forms.
Operating hours:
The clerk's office is open 8:00 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday except for holidays.
Location:
Columbiana County Municipal Court
38832 Saltwell Road
Lisbon, Ohio 44432
Municipal Criminal Division
Municipal Court Criminal Division is responsible for criminal cases where the possible penalty is limited to no more than six months incarceration and/or a maximum fine of $1,000.00. Complaints and offenses include but are not limited to theft, domestic violence, menacing, criminal damaging, and use or possession of illegal drugs. (Criminal files are also located in the Court of Common Pleas.)
The Clerk of Courts' office processes criminal complaints, initiates and maintains the case file, issues summonses/warrants, provides bail bond information, processes and witnesses posting of bond. This office collects and distributes fines and restitution.
Operating hours:
The clerk's office is open 8:00 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday except for holidays.
Location:
Columbina County Municipal Court
38832 Saltwell Road
Lisbon, Ohio 44432
Municipal Traffic Division
The Municipal Court Traffic Division handles traffic violations, ticket payouts and vehicle impoundments. Driving Under the Influence and Reckless Operation of a Motor Vehicle are among the charges which require a court appearance. Fines for many violations may be paid in person or by mail (Felony DUI cases may also be found in the Court of Common Pleas.)
Operating hours:
The clerk's office is open 8:00 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday except for holidays.
Location:
Columbina County Municipal Court
38832 Saltwell Road
Lisbon, Ohio 44432