Recorder Jeff Halley
What We Do
The practice of recording...
... real estate documents is based on law in England which traveled to the New World with the colonists. Public land registrars were appointed in colonial America to keep accurate records. A system of registration was necessary to prove the rights of persons who first made claims to property.
IN 1787 THE NORTHWEST TERRITORY was formed, encompassing all lands north and west of the Ohio River. A Recorder's office was established in each county. Ohio became a state in 1803 and although the state constitution did not provide for a Recorder's office, the first state legislature mandated that a Recorder be appointed in each county by the Judges of the Court of Common Pleas. In 1829 the Recorder's office became an elective position and in 1936 the term was established at four years.
TODAY THE COUNTY RECORDER KEEPS AND MAINTAIN accurate land records that are current, legible and easily accessible. An important aspect of the Recorder's work is to index each document so it may be readily located. Accurate indexing makes it possible for persons searching land records to find the documents necessary to establish a "chain of title" (history of ownership) and ensures that any debts or encumbrances against the property are evident. These invaluable records are utilized by the general public, attorneys, historians, genealogists and land title examiners.
TABLE OF FEES
The fees for recording are determined by the State of Ohio, as outlined in the Ohio Revised Code. These fees consist of two parts: 50% is allocated as the basic recording fee, while the remaining 50% contributes to the Ohio Housing Trust Fund.
PROPERTY SEARCH
The Gallia County Recorder is committed to providing easy access of records to the public.
DOCUMENTS & FORMS
A variety of documents and forms are recorded in the recorder's office, along with a list of requirements met.
VETERANS' SERVICES
Gallia County Recorder Jeff Halley is committed to our Veterans. We are happy to record your discharge papers and Honorable Discharge Certificate at NO COST.
