Crime Statistics
The Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation compiles, manages and publishes crime statistics for Cleveland and other counties in the state. Records released for 2017 reveal that the county experienced a total of 5,932 index crimes. Larceny accounted for most crimes with 3,919 incidents while felony assault was the most common crime with 318 incidents. Compared to the previous year, the total crime rate slid, dropping from 31.66 to 28.04. The county recorded 403 fewer larcenies and reports of arson dropped by almost half. Conversely, murder cases increased by 300%, with 9 homicides compared to 3 for the previous year.
Criminal Records
The Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office Operations Division manages and processes requests for criminal records via its Records Office. County residents can request background checks during regular hours at
Headquarters, Downtown, Norman, OK
111 N. Peters Ave. Suite 600
Phone: (405) 701-8888 (Option 5)
Background checks can also be obtained from the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation. It serves as a central repository for all criminal records in Cleveland county and the rest of the state. Requesters will need to submit a completed criminal history request form in person or by mail to:
Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation
6600 N. Harvey
Oklahoma City, OK 73116
The office opens between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. between Monday and Friday. Requests must also include the appropriate fee. The department charges $15.00 for name-based searches and $19.00 for fingerprint-based searches.
How to Obtain Sex Offender Information
The Offender Registry Enforcement (ORE) arm of the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office Operation Division maintains records on all registrants in the county. This includes addresses, fingerprints, job information, and photographs. Similarly, the Oklahoma Department of Correction provides public access to an online sex offender and violent offender registry that members of the public can use to conduct state-wide searches.
How to Find Inmate Information
The Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office serves as the chief law enforcement agency in the county. It provides public access to inmate information via an online search tool. Resident can conduct searches using the first and last name of a subject.
Court Records
The Cleveland County District Court clerk is entrusted with recording, maintaining, and filing permanent records of court proceedings in the county. It maintains digital records of civil, domestic, and criminal cases from 1989 and probate court records from 1997 till date. County residents can view public court records by contacting the district clerk office located at:
Cleveland County District Court
Cleveland County Courthouse
200 South Peters Avenue
Norman, OK 73069
Phone: (405) 321-6402
Interested parties can also search for civil court records and daily dockets using the state court network. A case number for the specific record is required to use this service. In addition, Cleveland County is home to multiple municipal courts that preside mover most traffic and misdemeanor criminal cases as well as ordinance violations. Records of cases filed at these courts may be obtained by visiting the respective location.
Moore Municipal Court
Public Safety Center
101 East Main Street
Moore, OK 73160
Phone: (405) 793-5040
Fax: (405) 793-5246
Norman Municipal Court
201-B West Gray, P.O. Box 370
Norman, OK 73070
Phone: (405) 366-5325
Fax: (405) 366-5294
Noble Municipal Court
City Hall
304 South Main Street, P.O. Box 557
Noble, OK 73068
Phone: (405) 872-9251 ext. 2
Lexington Municipal Court
111 East Broadway, P.O. Box 1180
Lexington, OK 73051
Phone: (405) 527-6123
Vital Records
Cleveland County provides access to vital records at the county and state level. Applicants may be required to present a valid government-issued photo I.D, such as a driver’s license or passport.
How to Find Divorce Records
Eligible parties can obtain copies of a divorce decree granted in the county by contacting the district court clerk located at:
Cleveland County District Court
Cleveland County Courthouse
200 South Peters Avenue
Norman, OK 73069
Phone: (405) 321-6402
How to Find Birth Records
The Vital Records office of the Oklahoma State Department of Health manages and issues certified copies of birth records in the state. Interested parties can apply for records by submitting a completed request form in person at the Oklahoma State Department of Health:
Vital Records
1000 NE 10th Street, Oklahoma City, OK
The office opens for walk-in requests between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Members of the public can also apply for records by mailing an application to:
Vital Records
Oklahoma State Department of Health
P.O. Box 53551
Oklahoma City, OK 73152-3551
Submitted applications must include a copy of a valid government-issued I.D, such as a driver’s license, U.S. passport, or government issued military photo I.D. Requests must also be accompanied by the appropriate fee. The department charges $15.00 for each certified copy.
How to Find Death Records
Certified copies of death records can be obtained at the Vital Records office of the Oklahoma State Department of Health. It manages records for deaths in Cleveland County and the rest of the state. Interested parties can obtain records via mail by sending a completed request form along with a valid photo I.D and the appropriate fee to:
Oklahoma State Department of Health
Vital Records
P.O. Box 53551
Oklahoma City, OK 73152-3551
In-person requests can also be made at any of the branch offices located in different cities within the county (find addresses below).
Oklahoma City
Oklahoma State Department of Health
1000 Northeast 10th
Oklahoma City, OK
Tulsa
James O. Goodwin Health Center
5051 S. 129th East Ave
Tulsa, OK
McAlester
Pittsburg County Health Department
1400 East College Avenue
McAlester, OK
Are Property Records Open to the Public in Cleveland County?
Per the Oklahoma Open Records Act, property records in Cleveland County are considered public. All interested persons may inspect or obtain copies of property records by contacting the County Clerk or the Assessor's Office.
Where and How to Find Property Records in Cleveland County
Property records are available at the Cleveland County Assessor's Office. The office is responsible for assessing all properties in the county and providing records created from these assessments to the general public. Anyone can access these records via mail or in person by providing the owner's name, physical address, and other known information. Individuals should submit applications to the:
Cleveland County Assessor's Office
201 S. Jones Avenue
Suite 120
Norman, OK 73069
Phone: (405) 366-0230
Phone: (405) 366-0230 (Records Information)
Fax: (405) 366-0212
The Cleveland County Clerk functions as the primary record keeper for the county and maintains a variety of records, including property records. Each page obtained from the Clerk's Office costs $1 while certification costs an extra $1. Blue line copies of Plats cost $5 each. Interested requestors may visit in person or send written applications to the:
Cleveland County Clerk
201 S. Jones
Suite 210
Norman, OK 73069
Phone: (405) 366-0240
Fax: (405) 366-0229
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
How to Look Up Cleveland County Property Records
The Cleveland County Assessor's Office provides public access to online property records. Users can select "Property Record Card" on the Assessor's website and search by providing an account number, address, owner's name, subdivision, etc. Searchers may then filter the results by inputting values for filter criteria, including land use, sale date and price, section, township, neighborhood, lot size, lot size type, year built, etc. Details available online include the following:
- Building information
- Property images
- Property value information
- Sales information
- Improvements
- Land details
- Sales of comparable properties
- Map description of the property
- Property Record Card
Users can download search results as a set of PDF mailing labels or an Excel spreadsheet. The Cleveland County Treasurer's Office also provides online access to property records. Using the Property Search page, users may enter keywords such as an address, property number, or the owner's name. Users are advised to use multiple keywords for more precise results.
Search results display tax and fee details, assessment information, legal description, and payment history. Other details include the property address, mailing address, and property type.
Location of Cleveland County Property Assessors
Cleveland County Assessor's Office
201 S. Jones Avenue
Suite 120
Norman, OK 73069
Phone: (405) 366-0230
Fax: (405) 366-0212
