Vanderburgh County, Indiana court records are available through several channels. VanderburghCourt.us allows you to search for public information about court cases in the county. Additionally, records can be found through the state's official online court system resources, the clerk of court's office, or public terminals directly in the courthouse.
Vanderburgh Court System & Jurisdictions
Several courts operate in Vanderburgh County, each with clearly defined jurisdiction. Understanding which court handles a specific type of case will help you find the necessary record in the registry more quickly.
Vanderburgh Circuit Court is a court of general jurisdiction. It handles serious criminal cases (felonies), complex civil lawsuits, and probate cases (the legal process of settling a deceased person's estate).
In addition to the Circuit Court, Vanderburgh Superior Courts operate in the county. These courts distribute a wide range of cases among themselves:
- Criminal cases — from misdemeanors to felonies
- Civil lawsuits, including small claims cases up to $10,000
- Family law: divorce, child custody, alimony
- Traffic violations and other transportation cases
Juvenile cases are handled by a separate division of the Superior Court. Records in such cases are generally confidential.
The unified system MyCase.IN.gov, accessible through the county court system page, is used to search for cases in any of these courts. Courts maintain electronic records for nearly two decades, and staff process about 3,600 registry entries daily.
Vanderburgh Court Calendar & Upcoming Hearings
To find out the schedule of hearings for today, tomorrow, or this week, refer to the court's online calendar. The quickest way is to use the Vanderburgh County Courts portal on the Indiana Judicial Branch website, where you can find links to case searches and hearing schedules.
Step-by-step instructions:
- Go to the Document Center of the county court system page.
- Select the link to the Court Calendar.
- Enter the party's name or case number to search for a specific hearing.
- The results will show the date, time, courtroom, and judge's name.
If you are a party in a case or a juror and have questions about a specific hearing date, contact the court directly by phone. Contact information can be found on the official Indiana Judicial Branch for Vanderburgh County page.
How to Get a Copy of a Vanderburgh Court Document
Copies of court documents come in two types: uncertified and certified. A certified copy bears the seal of the court clerk and is an official document for legal purposes — for example, for submission to another court or government agency.
Online. Through the MyCase.IN.gov portal, you can view basic case information for free: parties, hearing dates, registry entries. Full texts of documents usually require a separate request.
In person. Visit the clerk of court's office (Clerk of the Circuit and Superior Courts) in the Vanderburgh County Courts building:
By mail. Send a written request specifying the case number, parties' names, and the type of document needed to the clerk's address above. Include payment in the form of a money order. The clerk will send copies by mail.
To obtain certified copies of marriage certificates or divorce decrees, contact the clerk's office in the county where the event occurred. Detailed instructions are provided by the Indiana Judicial Branch. Birth and death certificates are issued by the Indiana Department of Health, Division of Vital Records.
Some records are restricted: juvenile cases, sealed cases, and cases with limited access by court order are not issued without special court permission.
Vanderburgh Court Records Fees & Payment
Fees for court documents in Indiana are regulated by state law (Indiana Code § 33-37). Below are approximate rates applicable in Vanderburgh County. The exact amount should be confirmed with the clerk before submitting a request.
| Service | Approximate Cost |
|---|---|
| Regular copy of a document (per page) | $1.00 |
| Certified copy (certification fee) | $5.00 and up per document |
| Registry search by request | A separate fee may be charged |
| Copy of a court judgment | Depends on the volume of the document |
Payment is accepted at the clerk's office in cash, by money order, or, in some cases, by credit card. For mail requests, use a money order payable to the Vanderburgh County Clerk. Online services, such as Doxpop, mentioned on the county court system page, may charge an additional service fee.
If you need property records — deeds, mortgages, liens — contact the Vanderburgh County Recorder's Office. This is a separate department with its own fees.