Hamilton County Court Records

Hamilton County is one of Indiana's fastest-growing counties, with its county seat in Noblesville. The county's judicial system includes a Circuit Court and seven Superior Courts, all based at or near the Hamilton County Government and Judicial Center at 1 Hamilton County Square. Together these courts process tens of thousands of criminal, civil, family, and probate cases every year, and the Clerk of the Circuit Court keeps all the records they produce. Whether you need a certified copy of a divorce decree, documentation from a criminal case, or information about an estate proceeding, this guide explains where Hamilton County court records are kept, how to access them, and what fees and restrictions apply.

Indiana offers several ways to find court case data. The Indiana Judicial Branch runs a centralized public records portal, and IndianaStateCourts.us can point you toward publicly available case information statewide. At the county level, you can search records through the Clerk's office in person, through online case-lookup tools, or by submitting a formal written request. Public access terminals at the courthouse and the state's MyCase platform are the most practical starting points for most people.

How to Look Up a Court Case in Hamilton County?

The Hamilton County Clerk's Office maintains all court records from the Circuit Court and the seven Superior Courts. You'll find the office at 1 Hamilton County Square, Suite 106, Noblesville, IN 46060. Reach them by phone at (317) 776-9629. Court filing hours run from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, with general office hours extending to 4:30 p.m.

Online case search through MyCase

The state-operated MyCase platform is the go-to tool for looking up Hamilton County court cases at no cost. Here's how to use it:

Go to public.courts.in.gov/mycase.
Select Hamilton from the county dropdown.
Choose the case category: Criminal & Citations, Civil, Family, or Probate.
Enter a case number, a party name (first and last only), or an attorney name.
Click Search to pull up matching docket entries and case details.

MyCase shows non-confidential case information including filing dates, parties, charges or claims, scheduled hearings, and dispositions. Depending on the case type, you may also be able to view or download certain documents directly.

Submitting a formal records request

If you need certified or uncertified copies of specific court documents, the Clerk's Office has an online Clerk's Record Request Form. It covers records related to immigration, marriage, divorce, expungements, estates, wills, and criminal cases. Fees are calculated when the request is fulfilled. Note that Clerk staff cannot give legal advice.

In-person access

Walk-in visitors can use public terminals at the courthouse to search court records during filing hours. If you need certified copies, bring a valid government-issued photo ID and the case number or party names for the records you're after. Payments are generally accepted by cash, check, or credit card — a convenience fee applies to card transactions.

Hamilton County courts directory

All courts are located at 1 Hamilton County Square, Noblesville, IN 46060, in the suites listed below:

Court	Suite	Phone	Judge
Circuit Court	337	(317) 776-9635	Andrew R. Bloch
Superior Court No. 1	345	(317) 776-9655	Michael A. Casati
Superior Court No. 2	384	(317) 776-9647	Jonathan M. Brown
Superior Court No. 3	311	(317) 776-9709	William J. Hughes
Superior Court No. 4	292	(317) 776-9612	J. Richard Campbell
Superior Court No. 5	297	(317) 776-8260	David K. Najjar
Superior Court No. 6	215	(317) 770-4450	Stephenie K. Gookins
Superior Court No. 7	239	(317) 770-8800	Darren J. Murphy

The Court Administration office can be reached at (317) 776-8589. For jury-related questions, call the Juror Info Line at (317) 776-8282.

Are Court Records Public in Hamilton County?

Indiana's Access to Public Records Act (APRA), codified at Indiana Code 5-14-3, sets a broad presumption that records held by public agencies — including courts and clerk offices — are open to inspection and copying by any person. Hamilton County court records such as complaints, motions, orders, judgments, and sentencing documents are therefore generally accessible to the public.

That presumption has real limits, though. Indiana Administrative Rule 9 spells out the categories of court record information that are excluded from public access, either entirely or in part:

Records sealed or impounded by court order
Juvenile delinquency and child-in-need-of-services (CHINS) proceedings
Adoption records, which are sealed unless a court orders otherwise
Mental health commitment proceedings
Grand jury materials
Personal identifiers that must be redacted before public release, including Social Security numbers, complete financial account numbers, dates of birth of minors, and certain other data

Anyone filing documents with the court is responsible for complying with Administrative Rule 9 — either by redacting confidential information or by filing it separately on a confidential form. If your request is denied, you can contact the Indiana Public Access Counselor for guidance. Under APRA, agencies must respond to records requests within a reasonable period and may charge copy fees under IC 5-14-3-8.

Hamilton County Criminal Court Records

Criminal prosecutions in Hamilton County are spread across the Circuit Court and several Superior Courts. Cases involving felonies at Levels 1 through 6, along with misdemeanors, are filed and heard in these courts. All resulting records — charging documents, plea agreements, sentencing orders, and judgment entries — are kept by the Clerk's Office.

Filing fees for criminal cases (effective July 1, 2023)

The county's published court costs schedule sets the following totals:

Total criminal filing fee: $189.00
With Sheriff's service of process: $217.00
Infraction/ordinance violation filing fee: $139.00 (or $167.00 with service)

These amounts bundle together statutory components covering court costs, document storage, automated record keeping, judicial salaries, and various program fees required by Indiana Code Title 33.

How to search criminal records

Start with MyCase. Select Criminal & Citations as the case type and search by the defendant's name or case number to pull up charges, hearing dates, dispositions, and sentencing information. If you need certified copies of specific criminal case documents, submit a request through the Clerk's Record Request Form.

Sheriff's Office records

The Hamilton County Sheriff's Office Records Division handles arrest reports, incident reports, crash reports, and related law enforcement documents. The Records Division is at 18100 Cumberland Road, Noblesville, IN 46060, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (arrive by 4:00 p.m. for background checks and gun permits).

You can reach the Records Division by:

Email: sheriff.records@hamiltoncounty.in.gov
Fax: (317) 776-9835
Phone: (Administration): (317) 773-1872

Summary case reports are available to crime victims. All other criminal case reports are available only by subpoena. Crash reports can be requested by email or obtained through BuyCrash.com. Background checks are available at no charge at the Sheriff's Office — bring a photo ID. You can also email the Records Division to get the form in advance.

Hamilton County follows Ordinance No. 09-08-25-B on public records fees from the Sheriff's Office, as outlined under IC 5-14-3-3(e). For incident or case reports, the first 19 pages are free (black and white), and pages beyond that cost $2.00 plus $0.10 per page. Police audio or visual recordings cost a minimum of $10.00, not to exceed $150.00.

Statewide criminal history searches

The Clerk's Office does not run criminal background checks. For a statewide search, use the Indiana State Police Limited Criminal History Request Service, which covers felony and Class A misdemeanor arrests across Indiana. You'll need to create an account and pay a fee. The Indiana Department of Correction Offender Search provides information on individuals who are currently or were previously incarcerated in state facilities.

Expungement and sealing

Indiana's Second Chance Law (IC 35-38-9) lets eligible individuals petition to expunge certain criminal records. Once a court grants the petition, those records are excluded from public access and the Clerk's Office cannot disclose them.

Hamilton County Civil Court Records

Civil matters in Hamilton County cover contract disputes, personal injury cases, property claims, debt collection, and other non-criminal proceedings. The Circuit Court and Superior Courts share concurrent jurisdiction over civil cases, with Superior Court No. 1 and other divisions hearing general civil plenary actions and tort claims.

Civil filing fees (effective July 1, 2023)

Total civil filing fee: $157.00
With Sheriff's service of process: $185.00
Additional defendant service fee: $10.00 per additional defendant
Garnishee service fee: $10.00 per garnishee defendant beyond the first three
Alternative Dispute Resolution fee: $20.00 (applies to dissolution, legal separation, and paternity filings in counties with an approved Judicial Conference plan)
Jury fee: $75.00 for civil tort or civil plenary actions

Small claims

Small claims cases carry lower fees:

Total small claims filing fee: $87.00
With Sheriff's service of process: $115.00
Per-defendant service fee: $10.00 per named defendant

Small claims judgments can be viewed online through the Hamilton County website. The Clerk's Office also provides a downloadable Small Claims Appearance form for self-represented litigants.

Searching and requesting civil records

Civil case data is searchable on MyCase by selecting the Civil case type. For certified copies of judgments, orders, or other filings, use the Clerk's Record Request Form or visit the Clerk's Office in person.

Property and recorded documents

Deeds, mortgages, liens, and other recorded instruments are kept by the Hamilton County Recorder's Office at 33 North 9th Street, Suite 309, Noblesville, IN 46060, Phone: (317) 776-9618 The Recorder's Office does not maintain court orders, judgments, wills, or death certificates.

Recorded documents can be searched online through two services:

Laredo Anywhere — A subscription service for frequent users, with packages ranging from 100 minutes to unlimited monthly access. Viewing documents is free; printing costs $1.00 per page. A user agreement must be completed before access is granted.
Tapestry — A pay-per-search option for occasional users at $8.75 per search and $1.00 per printed page. You can view documents at no charge and only pay if you print. No agreement is required.

The deed index extends back to 1947, miscellaneous records to 1973, and historical indexes reach back to 1870. Public access computers are available at the Recorder's Office for walk-in searches, though staff will not conduct searches on your behalf or provide legal opinions.

Property assessment data, tax payment history, and property record cards are available through the Hamilton County Assessor's Office and its Property Reports and Payments application.

Hamilton County Family Court Records

Hamilton County does not operate a standalone family court. Family law matters — including divorce, child custody, child support, paternity, domestic violence protective orders, adoption, and guardianship — fall under the jurisdiction of the Circuit Court and Superior Courts. The Clerk of the Circuit Court maintains all family case records.

Dissolution of marriage and custody

Divorce petitions — formally called dissolution of marriage — are filed with the Clerk's Office and assigned to one of the county's trial courts. The standard civil filing fee of $157.00 applies (or $185.00 with service of process), plus a $20.00 Alternative Dispute Resolution fee for dissolution, legal separation, and paternity matters. Once a case concludes, the decree and any custody or support orders become part of the permanent court record.

To get copies of divorce records, submit a request through the Clerk's Record Request Form or call the Clerk's Office at (317) 776-9629.

Protective orders

If you need protection from domestic violence, stalking, or harassment, you can petition for a protective order in any Hamilton County trial court. Indiana maintains a statewide protective order registry accessible through the Indiana Judicial Branch public records portal. Certain details — particularly those involving minors or victims of abuse — may be restricted from public view.

Adoption and juvenile records

Adoption proceedings are sealed under Indiana law and are not available to the general public. Juvenile court records, including delinquency and CHINS cases, are also confidential. Accessing these files requires a specific court order or demonstrated statutory eligibility.

Marriage licenses

Marriage licenses are issued by the Hamilton County Clerk's Office by appointment only. The process has two steps:

Apply online through the Indiana Courts marriage license application portal.
Schedule a meeting — either a virtual appointment (about 15 minutes via Microsoft Teams) or an in-person appointment (about 30 minutes at the Noblesville office). Both applicants must attend the same meeting and bring proof of their birth dates.

The marriage license fee is $25.00 for in-person payment (effective July 1, 2021). A small convenience fee applies to credit card payments. To schedule, visit the marriage application meeting page or email clerkmail@hamiltoncounty.in.gov with "Marriage Application Meeting" in the subject line. Marriage license application hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Birth and death records

Birth and death certificates are handled by the Hamilton County Health Department, not the Clerk's Office. The Health Department maintains records for events occurring in Hamilton County from 1882 to the present. Certificates are issued Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Certified birth certificate: $15.00 per copy
Certified death certificate: $15.00 per copy
Online orders through the county's online ordering system carry an additional non-refundable $5.00 service fee plus a credit card processing fee

Download forms for birth certificates and death certificates if you prefer to request by mail. A valid government-issued ID is required for all certificate requests. As of April 24, 2020, birth and death events occurring within the City of Fishers are handled by the Fishers Health Department at (317) 567-5045.

Hamilton County Probate Court Records

Hamilton County does not have a dedicated probate court. Probate matters — estate administration, will validation, trust disputes, conservatorships, guardianships of adults and minors, and name changes — are primarily handled by Superior Court No. 2, with concurrent jurisdiction available in the other trial courts.

Probate filing fees (effective July 1, 2023)

Total probate filing fee: $177.00
With Sheriff's service of process: $205.00

These fees bundle together court costs ($120.00), document storage, automated record keeping, judicial salaries, and other statutory assessments under Indiana Code Title 33.

How to search probate records

Look up probate case information on MyCase by selecting Probate as the case type. Enter the decedent's name, the guardian or conservator's name, or the case number to pull up docket entries, filings, and hearing dates.

For certified copies of wills, estate inventories, letters testamentary, or other probate documents, submit a request through the Clerk's Record Request Form or visit the Clerk's Office at 1 Hamilton County Square, Suite 106, during business hours with a valid photo ID.

Guardianship records

Guardianship proceedings are generally public, though medical evaluations, financial disclosures of protected persons, and records involving minors may be partially restricted under Administrative Rule 9. All guardianship appointments must be reported to the Indiana Guardianship and Conservatorship Registry. The Clerk's Office maintains guardianship registry information sheets and related forms.

Public access considerations

Most probate filings — wills admitted to probate, estate inventories, final accountings, and court orders appointing personal representatives — are generally accessible to the public. Sealed or restricted information within probate files typically involves medical records, mental health evaluations, or financial details of incapacitated persons that the court has ordered excluded from public inspection. Accessing sealed probate materials requires a court order specifying the terms of access.