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About the Office

The Franklin County Clerk of Courts is an elected official. Clerk O’Shaughnessy is currently serving in her fourth four-year term.

Annual Report

The Franklin County Clerk of Courts annual report of accomplishments throughout the year, statistics, and current projects.

Careers

Foreclosure - Excess Fund Process

This page provides a general outline of the process for obtaining excess funds in property foreclosure cases.

Good Deeds

Learn more about affirmative steps you can take to simplify the transfer of certain assets after your death.

Lien Info

If you haven't received a Release of Satisfaction from the party with the lien, then you should contact them first to get more information about obtaining the document.

Passports

This Clerk’s General Division is an authorized U.S. Department of State (DOS) Passport Acceptance Agent.

External Resources

Access various court, legal, community, Franklin County, and other government resources.

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