The District

The United States District Court for the Northern District of Ohio is a crucial part of the federal judiciary, serving a region that includes major urban areas such as Cleveland, Akron, Toledo, and Youngstown. This district is notable for its diverse economic base, encompassing manufacturing, healthcare, and technology sectors as well as white-collar crimes and organized crime. 

The main courthouse is located in the Carl B. Stokes U.S. Court House in Cleveland, with additional divisions in Akron, Toledo, and Youngstown.

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US District Judge Responsibilities

The Northern District of Ohio is staffed by 18 U.S. District Judges, and 7 Magistrate Judges.

A U.S. District Judge is responsible for presiding over federal trials, both civil and criminal. They interpret and apply federal laws, manage court proceedings, issue rulings and judgments, and oversee jury selection and instruction in trials.

US Courthouse Locations

Clerk’s Office are open to the public from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m

2 South Main Street Akron, Ohio 44308  (330) 252-6000
801 West Superior Avenue Cleveland, Ohio 44113  (216) 357-7000
1716 Spielbusch Avenue Toledo, Ohio 43604  (419) 213-5500
125 Market Street  Youngstown, Ohio 44503  (330) 884-7400

Federal Public Defender’s Office

The Federal Public Defender’s Office in the Northern District of Ohio provides crucial legal representation to indigent defendants in federal criminal cases, covering all stages of the legal process, including trial, plea negotiations, sentencing, and appeals before the 6th Circuit and the United States S50 

South Main Street Suite 700, Akron, Ohio 44308  Telephone: (330) 375-5739
1660 West Second Street Suite 750 Cleveland, Ohio 44113  Telephone: (216) 522-4856
617 Adams Street Toledo, Ohio 43604  Telephone: (419) 259-7370
125 Market Street  Youngstown, Ohio 44503  Telephone: (330) 746-6399

U.S. Pre Trial Services

U.S. Pre Trial services in the Northern District of Ohio assesses individuals charged with federal crimes, recommending bail and release conditions to ensure court appearances and public safety. The system aims to minimize unnecessary detention, provide fair treatment, and guide defendants through the complexities of the pretrial process.

2 South Main Street  Akron, OH 44308
801 West Superior Avenue  Cleveland, OH 44113
1946 North 13th Street Toledo, OH 43604
125 Market Street  Youngstown, OH 44503

Federal Bail Bonds

In the Northern District of Ohio, bond fulfillment documents must be submitted in person at the Criminal Intake window, typically between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Bail payments are accepted via cashier’s checks or money orders; cash over $5,000 and personal checks are not accepted.

Be sure to contact the Clerk of the Court or US PreTrial services for exact bail information.

Federal Prison Early Release

For those in the Northern District of Ohio facing federal prison for crimes like white-collar offenses and drug trafficking, Wall Street Prison Consultants offers assistance with, guiding defendants through the Court process, prison survival and early release programs. For early prison release options Contact Wall Street Prison Consultants at at 212-796-6064

U.S. Attorney’s Office

The U.S. The Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Ohio enforces federal laws, empanels Grand Juries, and issues indictments. Assistant United States Attorneys prosecute a range of federal crimes, reflecting the district’s unique legal landscape. The United States Attorney’s office serves the 40 northern counties of Ohio from our offices in Cleveland, Toledo, Akron and Youngstown.

801 West Superior Avenue; Cleveland, Ohio 44113-1852  Tel: (216) 622-360
Four Seagate, Third Floor Toledo, Ohio 43604  Tel: (419) 259-6376
2 South Main Street  Akron, Ohio 44308  Tel: (330) 375-5716
100 Federal Plaza East Youngstown, Ohio 44503  Tel: (330) 746-7974