Norman Felony Records Search
Norman felony records are processed and stored at the Cleveland County District Court. Norman is the county seat of Cleveland County and home to the University of Oklahoma, with a population near 130,000. If you need to search for a felony case tied to Norman, the municipal court there will not have it. Felonies in Oklahoma go through the District Court system, not city courts. You can search Norman felony cases for free on OSCN by selecting Cleveland County. The courthouse is at 200 South Peters Avenue in Norman, which makes it easy for local residents to visit in person. This page explains how to search, what to expect from the process, and where to go for copies of felony records in Norman.
Norman Felony Records Overview
Where Norman Felonies Are Filed
Felony cases from Norman go to the Cleveland County District Court. The Norman Municipal Court does not have the authority to hear felony charges. It only handles misdemeanors, traffic violations, and city ordinance cases. This is how Oklahoma law works across the board. Under Title 11, Section 27-104, municipal courts are limited in scope. All felony prosecution happens at the county level.
The Cleveland County Courthouse is right in Norman at 200 South Peters Avenue. Since Norman is the county seat, the courthouse is centrally located. The Court Clerk handles records requests, case filings, and copy services. You can reach them at (405) 321-6402. The office is open Monday through Friday during standard business hours. If you show up in person, bring a valid ID and the case number if you have it. Walk-in requests are processed the same day when possible.
| Court | Cleveland County District Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 200 South Peters Avenue Norman, OK 73069 |
| Phone | (405) 321-6402 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Website | OSCN Docket Search |
Cleveland County also covers the city of Moore, so felony cases from Moore are filed at this same courthouse. The District Attorney for Cleveland County is Greg Mashburn. His office decides which arrests get formal felony charges filed in court.
Search Norman Felony Cases Online
The Oklahoma State Courts Network (OSCN) is the primary free tool for looking up Norman felony records. Go to the site, pick Cleveland County from the list, and enter the person's name. Results show all matching cases, including felonies, misdemeanors, and civil matters. Each case listing includes the charges, filing date, hearing schedule, plea, and current status.
The Norman Police Department records request page is shown below. While police records and court records are different, the arrest report from Norman PD often leads to the felony filing in Cleveland County court.
You can request police reports online, by email at rclerk@normanok.gov, or in person at 112 W. Daws Street. Most requests are processed within 48 hours.
If you want the actual court documents and not just docket entries, use ODCR. It costs $5 per month. ODCR pulls documents filed in the case, such as the charging information, motions, and final judgment. OSCN gives you the timeline. ODCR gives you the papers.
The Norman Police record request form is pictured here. This is the detailed submission page where you fill in your name, the incident date, and other case details.
The form asks for specific incident details. Have the date, location, and any known case numbers ready before you start.
Note: Norman PD charges $0.25 per page for copies and $3.00 per report if sent by mail, email, or fax.
Norman Felony Record Copy Fees
Court record copy fees for Norman felony cases follow the state schedule. The first page costs $1.00. Each page after that is $0.50. Certification is $0.50 per document. If you need someone at the courthouse to search for your case and you do not have a case number, there is a $5.00 search fee. These rates are set by Oklahoma Statutes Title 28, Section 152.
For police records from the Norman Police Department, the fee structure is different. Involved parties get copies for free. Everyone else pays $0.25 per page if they pick up in person. Mailed, emailed, or faxed copies cost $3.00 per report. Individual records checks through Norman PD cost $5.00 per name. If you are checking your own record, there is no charge. Audio and video copies cost $30.00 each and require a deposit up front. The deposit must be paid within 72 hours, or the request gets discarded.
The Cleveland County records request page has more details on what you need to submit for court record copies.
Norman Felony Record Resources
Beyond the local court, several statewide tools can help you search for felony records tied to Norman. The Oklahoma Department of Corrections offender search shows anyone who was convicted and sentenced to prison. It is free and does not need a login. OSBI offers statewide criminal history checks for $15. These cover all counties, not just Cleveland.
The Norman Police Department website at normanok.gov has a separate portal for requesting police records. You can download the request form or submit it online. The Records Section is at 112 W. Daws Street and is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Call (405) 366-5292 for questions about police report availability.
Oklahoma's Open Records Act under Title 51, Section 24A.1 gives you the right to request most government records, including police reports. Some records may be partially redacted if they involve victims or ongoing investigations, but the general rule is that public records must be made available.
Nearby Cities With Felony Records
Norman sits in Cleveland County alongside Moore. Both cities have their felony cases go through the same courthouse at 200 South Peters Avenue. Oklahoma City is just 20 miles north but falls under Oklahoma County. Here are nearby cities where you can search felony records:
- Moore (Cleveland County)
- Oklahoma City (Oklahoma County)
- Edmond (Oklahoma County)
- Midwest City (Oklahoma County)
- Mustang (Canadian County)
- Shawnee (Pottawatomie County)
Cleveland County Felony Records
Norman is the county seat of Cleveland County. All felony charges from Norman and Moore go through the Cleveland County District Court. For the full county page with additional resources and details, visit the link below.