Dubois County Court Records Search
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Dubois County, Indiana, is a south-central Indiana county with Jasper as its county seat. The county court system generates a continuous body of official records — spanning criminal prosecutions, civil disputes, family matters, and probate proceedings — that serve as the foundation for legal accountability and public transparency. These records contain case filings, court orders, judgments, hearing transcripts, pleadings, and other documents produced during legal proceedings. Knowing how to access these records efficiently depends on understanding which court maintains them, what search tools are available, and what fees or restrictions may apply.
Residents and researchers looking for Indiana court case information can begin through IndianaStateCourts.us, which provides guidance on locating publicly available case records, clerk offices, and online court search tools across the state. Court records can be accessed through official online portals, the clerk’s office at the courthouse, or written record requests, depending on the type of case and whether the record is public.
How to Look Up a Court Case in Dubois County?
The primary online tool for locating Dubois County court cases is MyCase, the Indiana Courts Case Search system operated by the Office of Judicial Administration. MyCase provides free public access to non-confidential case information and documents filed in Indiana circuit and superior courts, including Dubois County. Searches can be conducted by party name, case number, or attorney information. Many documents are available to view and download at no charge directly through the portal.
The Dubois County Clerk of Courts maintains all official court records for both the Circuit Court and the Superior Court. The Clerk’s office accepts in-person, mail, and email record requests. As of August 25, 2017, Dubois County mandates electronic filing for court submissions.
Dubois County Clerk of Courts
Address: One Courthouse Square, Jasper, IN 47546
Phone: (812) 481-7035
Email: clerk@duboiscountyin.org
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (EST)
Document copy fees (effective August 31, 2022):
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Copy (per page) | $1.00 |
| Certification (per pleading) | $3.00 |
| Certification/Exemplification (per pleading) | $6.00 |
| Marriage License copy | $4.00 |
Both courts in Dubois County are located at the same address:
Dubois County Circuit Court
Address: One Courthouse Square, Jasper, IN 47546
Phone: (812) 481-7035 | Fax: (812) 481-7044
Dubois County Superior Court
Address: One Courthouse Square, Jasper, IN 47546
Phone: (812) 481-7035 | Fax: (812) 481-7044
The Small Claims division operates as a branch of the Superior Court and is located on the main floor of the Dubois County Annex building.
Are Court Records Public in Dubois County?
Court records in Dubois County are presumed public under the Indiana Access to Public Records Act (APRA), IC § 5-14-3. APRA defines a public record broadly as any material created, received, retained, maintained, or filed by or with a public agency. This definition encompasses a wide range of court documents, from criminal case filings to civil judgments and probate inventories.
However, APRA contains statutory exemptions that limit access to certain categories of records. Under Indiana law, the following types of records are generally restricted from public inspection:
- Juvenile court proceedings and records
- Adoption case files
- Records sealed by court order
- Investigatory records compiled during active law enforcement investigations
- Records whose disclosure would endanger an individual’s safety
- Certain mental health and substance abuse records
- Personnel files and deliberative advisory materials
For records that are withheld, requesters may challenge the denial through the Indiana Public Access Counselor or seek judicial review. The Indiana Judicial Branch’s Public Records guidance explains which court documents are available through MyCase and how to pursue records that require direct clerk requests.
Dubois County Criminal Court Records
Criminal cases in Dubois County are prosecuted through the Circuit Court and Superior Court, which jointly handle misdemeanor and felony matters. Criminal court records typically include charging documents, arrest reports, bail orders, plea agreements, conviction records, sentencing orders, and any subsequent probation or modification filings. Records that are not sealed or otherwise restricted are searchable through the MyCase portal.
For law enforcement-related records such as police incident reports and arrest documentation, requests should be directed to the Dubois County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff’s Office also maintains the county’s sex and violent offender registry, which can be searched through the Indiana Sex and Violent Offender Registry hosted through iCrimeWatch.
For statewide criminal background checks, the Indiana State Police Limited Criminal History Search provides name-based lookups through its online portal. A Limited Criminal History (LCH) contains records of felony and Class A misdemeanor arrests in Indiana. The per-search fee as of October 2025 is $15.70 for non-IN.gov subscribers. The search requires the subject’s name, date of birth, race, and gender, and optionally a Social Security number and place of birth.
Court cost and filing fees for criminal-adjacent matters in Dubois County:
| Case Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Pretrial Diversion – Infraction | $192.50 |
| Pretrial Diversion – Misdemeanor | $454.00 |
| Pretrial Diversion – Felony | $479.00 |
| Sheriff’s Fee (service of process) | $28.00 |
| Infraction | $145.00 |
Dubois County Civil Court Records
Civil litigation in Dubois County — including contract disputes, personal injury claims, landlord-tenant actions, and collection matters — is handled by both the Circuit and Superior Courts. The Clerk of Courts maintains all civil case files, which can be searched online through MyCase or requested directly at the Clerk’s office.
The Dubois County Small Claims Court is a division of the Superior Court located in the Dubois County Annex building. As of January 1, 2022, the jurisdictional limit for small claims in Dubois County is $10,000 for individuals and $6,000 for businesses filing without an attorney. Individuals may represent themselves in small claims matters.
Small claims filing requirements:
- Filing fee: $97.00 (pro se/paper filing) or $87.00 (electronically filed)
- Additional defendant fee: $10.00 per defendant beyond the first
- Sheriff’s service fee: $28.00 (if served by the Sheriff’s Office)
- The defendant must either reside in Dubois County or the underlying transaction must have occurred within the county
For other civil case types, the Dubois County Clerk of Courts filing fee schedule lists the following:
| Case Type | Filing Fee |
|---|---|
| Civil | $157.00 |
| Miscellaneous | $157.00 |
| Petition for Judicial Review | $140.00 |
Property records, including deeds, mortgages, liens, plats, and real estate contracts, are maintained by the Dubois County Recorder rather than the Clerk of Courts. The Recorder’s office is located at the Dubois County Courthouse, 1 Courthouse Square, Jasper, IN 47546, and can be reached by phone at (812) 481-7067. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Copies of recorded documents cost $1.00 per page, and certification of documents costs $5.00 plus $1.00 per copied page. All recorded documents are public record.
Land record searches are available online through Fidlar Technologies. Subscription users can access records through Laredo, while pay-as-you-go users can search through Tapestry at $8.75 per search plus $1.00 per printed page. In-office searches are always free during business hours, with standard printing fees applying. The Recorder’s office accepts e-recording through CSC, Simplifile, ePN, and Indecomm, though transfer documents are accepted only through Simplifile.
Dubois County Family Court Records
Family law matters in Dubois County — including divorce, legal separation, child custody, child support, paternity establishment, and adoption — are handled by the Circuit and Superior Courts. Divorce filings are processed by the Clerk of Courts and are generally accessible through MyCase for non-restricted portions of the case record. Sensitive information within divorce files, such as financial account data and domestic abuse-related orders, may be withheld from public access.
Filing fees for family-related proceedings:
| Matter | Filing Fee |
|---|---|
| Divorce | $177.00 |
| Paternity | $196.00 |
| Adoption | $157.00 |
Marriage licenses are issued by the Dubois County Clerk of Courts. Applicants can pre-apply online through the Indiana Courts public portal before visiting the Clerk’s office to complete the process. Marriage license hours are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and Wednesday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Marriage license fees (effective July 1, 2021):
- Indiana residents: $29.00 (military applicants receive five certified copies)
- Out-of-state applicants: $65.00
Licenses are valid immediately upon issuance and remain valid for up to 60 days after the application date. Applicants must provide a valid U.S. driver’s license, a valid U.S. passport, or a certified birth certificate as identification. At least one applicant must reside in Dubois County if both parties are Indiana residents. Certified copies of marriage licenses cost $4.00 each through the Clerk’s office.
Birth and death certificates for events occurring in Dubois County are available through the Dubois County Health Department at 1187 S. Saint Charles St., Jasper, IN 47546. The Health Department is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Birth certificates are restricted to the individual named on the record and their blood relatives or authorized representatives. A completed birth records application form must accompany the request, along with one primary or two secondary forms of identification. Requests can be made in person, by mail, or online through VitalChek. Death records from 1900 onward are available and are similarly restricted to the deceased’s blood relatives. An Indiana Department of Health mail-based request is also available by writing to Vital Records, Indiana State Department of Health, P.O. Box 7125, Indianapolis, IN 46206-7125.
Dubois County Probate Court Records
Probate jurisdiction in Dubois County is shared by the Circuit Court and the Superior Court. Both courts hear matters involving the administration of decedents’ estates, will contests, name changes, trust petitions, guardianships, and conservatorships. The Clerk of Courts administers all probate filings and maintains the associated case files.
Probate-related filing fees:
| Matter | Filing Fee |
|---|---|
| Estates / Trusts | $177.00 |
| Guardianship | $177.00 |
Probate case records that are not sealed can be searched through MyCase using a party name or case number. For certified copies of wills, letters testamentary, orders, or other probate documents, requesters should contact the Clerk of Courts directly at (812) 481-7035 or visit the office at One Courthouse Square, Jasper, IN 47546.
Informal probate proceedings for smaller or straightforward estates can sometimes proceed without an attorney. Formal proceedings, contested matters, and larger estate administrations typically require legal representation. For individuals researching probate matters before engaging an attorney, the Indiana Judicial Branch’s Public Records page identifies which probate documents are available through MyCase and explains how to request documents not yet uploaded to the portal.
Guardianship cases — while filed with the Circuit or Superior Court — are generally classified as confidential proceedings under Indiana law and are not accessible through MyCase or public counter access. Parties with a legal interest in a guardianship matter should contact the Clerk of Courts directly to determine what information may be released. For conservatorship and trust matters, case filings and orders that are public record can be requested through the Clerk’s office, with copy fees of $1.00 per page and certification fees of $3.00 per pleading applying to all documents provided.