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Eviction in Warren County, Ohio

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

Quick facts: eviction in Warren County

Eviction court
Warren County Court, Mason Municipal Court, Lebanon Municipal Court and Franklin Municipal Court — County court / municipal courts Court page
Filing fee
Mason Municipal Court: $100 forcible entry & detainer (1st cause only), $125 with rent; $12.50 each additional defendant; writ of restitution $50; e-file fee $10. Lebanon Municipal Court: $130 one cause (bailiff service and ordinary mail on one defendant), $150 two causes (certified mail on one defendant). Franklin Municipal Court: $130 eviction only, $150 eviction plus damage claim; writ of restitution with bailiff set-out $50; $22 additional service. Mason Municipal Court Civil Division Court Cost (effective 8/29/2025); Lebanon Municipal Court Civil Court Costs (effective May 1, 2022); Franklin Municipal Court Civil & Small Claims Filing Fees (effective March 1, 2026)
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
18,968 (21% of households) Census ACS 2020–2024

Last verified against official sources: 2026-10-28

Where eviction cases are filed in Warren County

Eviction cases in Warren County are heard by the Warren County Court, Mason Municipal Court, Lebanon Municipal Court and Franklin Municipal Court (County court / municipal courts).

Court eviction page

File in the court whose territory includes the property. Warren County Court: Clearcreek, Hamilton, Harlan, Massie, Salem, Union, Washington and Wayne townships. Mason Municipal Court: City of Mason and Deerfield Township. Lebanon Municipal Court: City of Lebanon and Turtlecreek Township. Franklin Municipal Court: City of Franklin, Franklin Township and Carlisle. Case search: Mason (https://caselook.masoncourtoh.gov/disclaimer/8322), Lebanon (https://caselook.lebanonohio.gov/disclaimer/8321), Franklin (https://eaccess.franklinohio.org/eservices).

How much it costs to file an eviction in Warren County

Mason Municipal Court: $100 forcible entry & detainer (1st cause only), $125 with rent; $12.50 each additional defendant; writ of restitution $50; e-file fee $10. Lebanon Municipal Court: $130 one cause (bailiff service and ordinary mail on one defendant), $150 two causes (certified mail on one defendant). Franklin Municipal Court: $130 eviction only, $150 eviction plus damage claim; writ of restitution with bailiff set-out $50; $22 additional service.

Lebanon: https://court.lebanonohio.gov/costs.php. Franklin: https://www.franklinmunicourt.com/filing-fees. Warren County Court eviction costs not confirmed.

Source: Mason Municipal Court Civil Division Court Cost (effective 8/29/2025); Lebanon Municipal Court Civil Court Costs (effective May 1, 2022); Franklin Municipal Court Civil & Small Claims Filing Fees (effective March 1, 2026)

How eviction cases work locally

Mason Municipal Court eviction procedureCases are heard by a magistrate, who files a written report within seven days; the plaintiff must file a praecipe for a writ of restitution within 15 days of judgment unless issued at the hearing; the bailiff executes the writ within ten days, and the plaintiff must arrange enough workers for the set-out under bailiff supervision.
Source: Official source

The Ohio eviction process

Ohio state law sets the notice periods and court steps everywhere in the state, including Warren 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

Full Ohio eviction rules with sources →

Rent in Warren County

Median gross rent in Warren County: $1,361/month (Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates).

County tenant ordinance

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

Eviction help in Warren County

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Frequently asked questions

Where do I file an eviction in Warren County?
Eviction cases in Warren County are filed with the Warren County Court, Mason Municipal Court, Lebanon Municipal Court and Franklin Municipal Court.
How much does it cost to file an eviction in Warren County?
Mason Municipal Court: $100 forcible entry & detainer (1st cause only), $125 with rent; $12.50 each additional defendant; writ of restitution $50; e-file fee $10. Lebanon Municipal Court: $130 one cause (bailiff service and ordinary mail on one defendant), $150 two causes (certified mail on one defendant). Franklin Municipal Court: $130 eviction only, $150 eviction plus damage claim; writ of restitution with bailiff set-out $50; $22 additional service.
Where can I get help with an eviction in Warren County?
Legal Aid Society of Southwest Ohio.

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.