You do not need to hire a private investigator to uncover useful information. With free public records, you can run your own background checks and get results quickly. Whether you are screening a new tenant, researching a business partner, or looking into someone’s past for personal reasons, the tools are already at your fingertips.
Public records can show you:
Criminal and civil court cases
Marriage and divorce filings
Property ownership
Business registrations
Probate and estate filings
And more
Most of this information is available online through government websites. Many courts and county offices in Ohio and across the country now offer free case lookup systems. You just need to know where to look.
We created ClevelandLawLinks.com to make this process easier. It is a private investigator’s shortcut to local, state, and federal public records. The site includes direct links to court databases, jail rosters, property records, and government filings for Cleveland, Cuyahoga County, and many surrounding areas.
Open Multiple Pages at Once
To speed up your research, you can open many links in separate browser windows or tabs. This lets you compare multiple databases at once without losing your place.
On a PC (Windows): Hold CTRL and click a link to open it in a new tab
On a Mac: Hold Command (⌘) and click a link to do the same
You can also right-click a link and choose “Open link in new tab” or “Open link in new window” depending on your browser.
This method helps you stay organized as you gather information. You can quickly switch between court dockets, jail records, and property databases without clicking back and forth.
Use with Caution
Be respectful and ethical when using public records. Just because something is public does not mean it should be used to harm or harass someone. These tools are best used for verification, due diligence, and personal safety.
Visit ClevelandLawLinks.com to begin your own background search. The site is free to use and works on desktop or mobile. No sign-up is required.
