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Eviction in Richland County, Ohio

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

Quick facts: eviction in Richland County

Eviction court
Mansfield Municipal Court — Ohio 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
HUD Fair Market Rent, 2-bedroom (FY2026)
$973/month HUD
Renter households
16,075 (32% of households) Census ACS 2020–2024

Last verified against official sources: 2026-10-28

Where eviction cases are filed in Richland County

Eviction cases in Richland County are heard by the Mansfield Municipal Court (Ohio Municipal Court (forcible entry and detainer)).

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Mansfield Municipal Court has jurisdiction over all of Richland County except Shelby, Shiloh, Plymouth (Richland County) and six northern townships. It has two judges and one magistrate in the General Division, who hear civil, criminal and traffic cases. Properties in the excluded areas fall under a different municipal court.

How eviction cases work locally

Civil mediationAll civil matters filed in the Small Claims or General divisions are normally referred to mediation under the court's Local Rule 9.
Source: Official source

The Ohio eviction process

Ohio state law sets the notice periods and court steps everywhere in the state, including Richland County:

  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

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Rent in Richland County

HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rents for the Mansfield, OH MSA (the rent levels used for Section 8 vouchers):

Studio$671
1 bedroom$773
2 bedrooms$973
3 bedrooms$1,315
4 bedrooms$1,530

Source: HUD Fair Market Rent documentation

Median gross rent in Richland County: $824/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.

Eviction help in Richland County

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Frequently asked questions

Where do I file an eviction in Richland County?
Eviction cases in Richland County are filed with the Mansfield Municipal Court.
Where can I get help with an eviction in Richland County?
Legal Aid (listed by Richland County Probate Court).
What is the fair market rent in Richland County?
HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for a 2-bedroom unit is $973 per month (1-bedroom: $773).

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.