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Eviction in Licking County (Newark), Ohio

Where eviction cases are filed in Licking County (Newark), what it costs, local rent levels and where to get help — with the official court, county and HUD sources.

Quick facts: eviction in Licking County (Newark)

Eviction court
Licking County Municipal Court — Municipal court (forcible entry and detainer) Court page
Notice before filing (state law)
3-day written notice to leave the premises before filing an eviction (forcible entry and detainer) action. The residential notice must conspicuously state: "You are being asked to leave the premises. If you do not leave, an eviction action may be initiated against you. If you are in doubt regarding your legal rights and obligations as a tenant, it is recommended that you seek legal assistance." Ohio rules
Renter households
18,017 (26% of households) Census ACS 2020–2024

Last verified against official sources: 2026-10-28

Where eviction cases are filed in Licking County (Newark)

Eviction cases in Licking County (Newark) are heard by the Licking County Municipal Court (Municipal court (forcible entry and detainer)).

The court's page posts a 2026 eviction hearing schedule, a Forcible Entry and Detainer Complaint, Notice to Leave Premises, a Praecipe for Service (eviction only), and a civil Financial Disclosure/Fee-Waiver Affidavit. Clerk's office hours Mon-Fri 8:00 AM-4:30 PM, closed noon-1:00 PM.

How eviction cases work locally

Hearing scheduleThe court publishes a 2026 eviction hearing schedule.
Sealing / removing eviction recordsThe court posts an Application to Remove Eviction Record from Online Access.

The Ohio eviction process

Ohio state law sets the notice periods and court steps everywhere in the state, including Licking County (Newark):

  1. Serve 3-day notice to leave the premises (§ 1923.04), after any required 30-day lease-violation or termination notice
  2. File forcible entry and detainer complaint in municipal or county court (§ 1923.01)
  3. Clerk serves summons by ordinary mail plus personal service/posting or certified mail at least 7 days before trial (§ 1923.06)
  4. Hearing no sooner than the 7th day after service is complete; judgment for restitution of premises
  5. Writ of execution issued; officer must execute within 10 days of receiving it (§ 1923.14)
  6. Removal by sheriff, police officer, constable or bailiff

Full Ohio eviction rules with sources →

Rent in Licking County (Newark)

Median gross rent in Licking County (Newark): $1,078/month (Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates).

County tenant ordinance

No county-level landlord-tenant ordinance identified; eviction procedure follows state law. City rules, if any, are on city pages.

Other Ohio counties

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Frequently asked questions

Where do I file an eviction in Licking County (Newark)?
Eviction cases in Licking County (Newark) are filed with the Licking County Municipal Court.

General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.