Local Background Check
Warren County Only

A local background check is free of charge and consists of records of arrest for Warren County, Ohio only. If you need state (BCI) or national (FBI) background checks via WebCheck please see below. Requests for local background checks can be made over the phone, by mail, e-mail, fax, or in-person at the Sheriff’s Office during normal business hours (8:30am-3:30pm Monday-Friday). There is no requirement to put your request in writing, however it does help to expedite processing. If you choose to put your request in writing there is a link to the form below or you can obtain the form at the Sheriff’s Office. Delivery of local background check results can be through e-mail, fax, mail, or in-person at the Sheriff’s Office.

WebCheck/Fingerprinting
Locations

Main Office Lebanon

  • 822 Memorial Drive
  • Lebanon, Ohio 45036
  • Phone: 513-695-1280
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  • Hours of Operation
  • Monday - Friday (excludes holidays)
  • 8:30am - 3:00pm
  • There is no appointment necessary for this service. If you have a large group please call ahead.
  • The Lebanon location accepts cash or credit/debit card payment. If you choose the cash option it must be exact, we are unable to make change.

Deerfield Township Post

  • 4900 Parkway Drive
  • Mason, Ohio 45040
  • Phone: 513-701-1800
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  • Hours of Operation
  • Monday - Friday (excludes holidays)
  • 9:00am - 3:00pm
  • There is no appointment necessary for this service. However, please call ahead to verify a clerk is available to process your request.
  • *The Deerfield location does not accept cash payments.This location is credit/debit card only.
Requirements & Information
  • Web CheckWebcheck Application
  • A photo ID or driver's license is required.
  • Must provide exact address for the WebCheck results to be mailed.
  • A parent or guardian will have to be present for any WebCheck applicant under the age of 18.
  • Credit/debit cards accepted with 2.5% transaction fee. Cash or Money Order must be for the exact amount only. No personal checks.
Payment Info

We are happy to provide this service to you, but we cannot advise what type of transaction you need (BCI only, FBI only, or a combination FBI/BCI). Please know in advance what type of transaction you need.

Reason codes are required for all BCI and FBI background checks. Refer to these code lists: BCI or FBI. If you are unsure which code applies to you, please contact Ohio BCI.

We will do our best to minimize the time it takes to complete the WebCheck or fingerprinting process, but during busy times there may be a wait involved.

Please be aware that the results may take up to two weeks or more to be mailed from the Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation and/or FBI.

WebCheck Fees

Service Fee
BCI (Ohio Only) $35.00
FBI (Federal Only) $35.00
Both (BCI & FBI) $65.00
Ink Rolled Fingerprints $10.00 per person